 As a result of once being the oldest operating roller coaster in Ohio, many have been concerned about its fate, including preservationists and roller coaster enthusiasts.The coaster originally sold at an auction of the park's rides in June 2008, and minor damage to the structure was repaired in late 2008.The Big Dipper was later listed for sale on internet auction website eBay in 2010 with a starting bid of $9,500 and a "buy it now" price of $65,000.