GCV Direct or Resale?

[Cfabar1]

Given the nature of how points at GCV are going to be used their exclusively (or close to it), I can't think of a single reason to go direct unless you really really want access to Star View Station or whatever it is called. If you are a DVC existing owner with direct benefits, then I really can't imagine what the advantage of GCV would be.

 

[AstroBlasters]

Given the nature of how points at GCV are going to be used their exclusively (or close to it), I can't think of a single reason to go direct unless you really really want access to Star View Station or whatever it is called. If you are a DVC existing owner with direct benefits, then I really can't imagine what the advantage of GCV would be.

You are discounting anything they may build for Disneyland Forward. They have plans for additional hotel and timeshare rooms.

Once you’ve paid the upfront buy-in, those costs are sunk and points are points to be used to maximize enjoyment.

 

[cruisehopeful]

Given the nature of how points at GCV are going to be used their exclusively (or close to it), I can't think of a single reason to go direct unless you really really want access to Star View Station or whatever it is called. If you are a DVC existing owner with direct benefits, then I really can't imagine what the advantage of GCV would be.

Unfortunately, things come up and people need to reschedule trips. Restricted resale points will only allowing booking at VGC, which is of course the desired place. However, due to the lack of rooms, I think it's better to have unrestricted points so VDH can be booked if VGC isn't available. There's nothing worse than having to book a hotel room on cash when you know you have points that could have been used.

 

[Sprinkles&Sprints]

Given the nature of how points at GCV are going to be used their exclusively (or close to it), I can't think of a single reason to go direct unless you really really want access to Star View Station or whatever it is called. If you are a DVC existing owner with direct benefits, then I really can't imagine what the advantage of GCV would be.

Since I’m only buying 75 points, it comes out to $5k difference between direct and resale - spread over 35 years. Just feels like for the amount I’m already paying I’d want total flexibility.

 

[tx911]

Since I’m only buying 75 points, it comes out to $5k difference between direct and resale - spread over 35 years. Just feels like for the amount I’m already paying I’d want total flexibility.

Yes, if you could find 75 points direct, I would 100% go that route. I'm all about flexibility.

I eventually got tired of waiting and ended up buying 2 50 point resale contracts for VGC.

But given the option I would definitely favor direct if that is possible.

 

[AstroBlasters]

Since I’m only buying 75 points, it comes out to $5k difference between direct and resale - spread over 35 years. Just feels like for the amount I’m already paying I’d want total flexibility.

It’s a $392 a year insurance policy (with 5% TVM).

But… you won’t worry about the cost after it’s paid up front.

 

[Sandisw]

Since I’m only buying 75 points, it comes out to $5k difference between direct and resale - spread over 35 years. Just feels like for the amount I’m already paying I’d want total flexibility.

For me, that would seal the deal for direct.

 

[intamin]

Having recently gone through this little exercise myself, I'd first pick VGC versus VDH depending on your current make up of points. Do you have a healthy amount of direct points already? Do you need more?

If you don't have that many direct points (<300) I'd probably go for VDH. You get almost the full 50 years, more studio availability and IMO the rooms look nicer.

If you don't need more direct SAP points, I'd probably opt for VGC. VGC does have the better location and IMO the better theming. Disneyland Forward could make things interesting for VDHs location but we'll see when that comes to fruition and also where it puts things relatively. Obviously not having the additional transient taxes also makes VGC more enticing. VGC is also harder to get into in general so the home resort priority is more valuable.

For me, I'm leaning towards VGC because I plan to own just shy of 500 direct points before buying VGC which at least for my needs is enough to book a 2BR/3BR for a decent amount of time at most resorts if I'm willing to bank every other year. As to direct vs. resale VGC, I prefer more points at VGC instead of needing them to be used at a resale restricted resort, that's what my RIV points are for. Anyways, that's just my take, good luck choosing!