>>331377think of it this way. if you open it now, you get to enjoy a new toy. if you keep it in mint condition, it might be worth $500 in a few years and you can spend that money on lots of new toys to enjoy. and if its not worth anything in a few years, then open it and enjoy your new toy.
mint in package it would be worth much more than a loose figure. so sell it and then buy a loose figure. you still get the toy, and you have some extra money on the side.