A dinosaur park in New Jersey has put dozens of life-sized prehistoric creatures, including a Tyrannosaurus Rex, up for sale on Facebook Marketplace, marking the end of its on-site attraction before it closes its doors.
Guy Gsell, the park’s owner at Field Station: Dinosaurs, reported receiving numerous inquiries from across the United States from those eager to acquire one of the 25 large animatronic dinosaurs located throughout the adventure park in Leonia, NJ.
“We’ve had calls from museums, zoos, and even affluent enthusiasts looking to put them in their backyards,” Gsell told the Philadelphia Inquirer on Friday.
In May, Gsell announced the attraction would close after 14 successful years, during which it welcomed over a million visitors, as its lease is set to expire on November 9, 2025.
“The park’s finances had become challenging, and with the lease ending, it felt like the right time,” Gsell explained to the outlet.
With listings on Facebook Marketplace, the park is charging between $500 and $3,500 for its huge dinosaur figures, all categorized as “used” and in “fair” condition.
The life-sized 39-foot Tyrannosaurus Rex is priced starting at $2,700 and is described as “slightly used, well loved!”
Also available is a rubber juvenile Triceratops that “loves kids,” measuring 16 feet tall and featuring “limited motion” and sound, listed at $1,668.
The priciest dinosaur for sale is a 75-foot-tall Apatosaurus, listed for $2,860.
“Buyers will be responsible for all costs associated with deinstallation and transportation,” the listing states.
More affordable options include a rubber 6-foot-five Velociraptor with feathers offered for just $700.
The park intends to prioritize buyers who are interested in acquiring all the dinosaurs rather than just a few.
New owners won’t be able to retrieve their purchased items until the park officially closes its doors.
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Manager Lisa Fardella indicated that she had to halt responses to interested buyers shortly after the listings appeared due to overwhelming demand.
“It’s been chaos,” Fardella told PIX11. “It’s been really hectic. I hardly slept while trying to keep up with all the inquiries.”
Despite the upcoming closing of the park, Gsell asserted that the business will continue to host community events.
“All the enjoyable aspects of the Field Station’s shows, entertainment, and educational programs will continue well beyond the park’s closure,” Gsell conveyed to the outlet.
For 15 years, the park provided visitors with live performances, games, and fossil excavation activities before its decision to close for the final season.
“From Secaucus to Leonia, our journey has been incredible and we take pride in the legacy we’ve built and the positive influence we’ve had on our young visitors,” Gsell remarked in May.
