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Fair price for an Atari 2600; Fair price for an Atari 2600
Topic Started: Dec 26 2012, 02:04 PM (494 Views)
nescollect60
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looking to pick up a Atari 2600 Vader with all original connections, 2 joysticks, 2paddles and 50 games. Found a deal on eBay but im not sure how fair the price is. Any one out there know of a fair price for all these items?
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How much is the price already?

Also, it depends on a couple factors:

-Condition of the system, controllers, games
-What the actual games are (Are there some good ones? Are they mostly duplicates?)
-Shipping
-Does it come with the necessary wires
-Has the system, controllers, games been properly tested?

Based on the info you gave, I would say a reasonable price would be (assuming everything works and has been tested) anywhere from $150-$200.
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Dec 26 2012, 04:27 PM
How much is the price already?

Also, it depends on a couple factors:

-Condition of the system, controllers, games
-What the actual games are (Are there some good ones? Are they mostly duplicates?)
-Shipping
-Does it come with the necessary wires
-Has the system, controllers, games been properly tested?

Based on the info you gave, I would say a reasonable price would be (assuming everything works and has been tested) anywhere from $150-$200.
I disagree. Most atari 2600 games, when purchased in lots, generally run about $1. Assuming that they are all cheap common titles. The system itself is only about $30-40 so I would pay between $80-120 for the lot unless it has some rares.
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Everything has been fully tested. Condition is good...free shipping....not 100% on all the game titles. Ill have to check the post again and i could add them. Current price is around $250
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sdcpro
Dec 26 2012, 06:10 PM
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Dec 26 2012, 04:27 PM
How much is the price already?

Also, it depends on a couple factors:

-Condition of the system, controllers, games
-What the actual games are (Are there some good ones? Are they mostly duplicates?)
-Shipping
-Does it come with the necessary wires
-Has the system, controllers, games been properly tested?

Based on the info you gave, I would say a reasonable price would be (assuming everything works and has been tested) anywhere from $150-$200.
I disagree. Most atari 2600 games, when purchased in lots, generally run about $1. Assuming that they are all cheap common titles. The system itself is only about $30-40 so I would pay between $80-120 for the lot unless it has some rares.
The system's price depends on the model and condition. I would pay $30-$40 if it was an Atari 2600 jr. in good condition. If it's the original wood grain in good condition, $50-$60 sounds more reasonable. Not to mention that it comes with two controllers and 2 paddles. $200 might be a little much, so $140-$150 works.
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Dec 28 2012, 01:24 PM
Everything has been fully tested. Condition is good...free shipping....not 100% on all the game titles. Ill have to check the post again and i could add them. Current price is around $250
$250!?!?

A suggestion, friend: find another auction. There are better prices on Atari's with game lots on auction. They pop up everywhere. $250 is way too much.
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Dec 28 2012, 09:15 PM
sdcpro
Dec 26 2012, 06:10 PM
VirtualBoyGamerShow
Dec 26 2012, 04:27 PM
How much is the price already?

Also, it depends on a couple factors:

-Condition of the system, controllers, games
-What the actual games are (Are there some good ones? Are they mostly duplicates?)
-Shipping
-Does it come with the necessary wires
-Has the system, controllers, games been properly tested?

Based on the info you gave, I would say a reasonable price would be (assuming everything works and has been tested) anywhere from $150-$200.
I disagree. Most atari 2600 games, when purchased in lots, generally run about $1. Assuming that they are all cheap common titles. The system itself is only about $30-40 so I would pay between $80-120 for the lot unless it has some rares.
The system's price depends on the model and condition. I would pay $30-$40 if it was an Atari 2600 jr. in good condition. If it's the original wood grain in good condition, $50-$60 sounds more reasonable. Not to mention that it comes with two controllers and 2 paddles. $200 might be a little much, so $140-$150 works.
Maybe I just feel spoiled since I find an auction on eBay for a woodgrain atari + 25 games for $67 shipped lol. I don't think the system is worth more than $30-40 myself still, regardless of the model. They're just cheap and common. Here's a pretty good example of an Atari 2600 lot that sold on eBay recently:

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Atari-2600-Vintage-Video-Game-Bundle-CX-2600A-Woodgrain-Console-12-games-/300836832793?pt=Video_Games&hash=item460b45c619

$60, good shape, tested w/ returns accepted, and included 12 unique games that will get you started. I honestly couldn't imagine spending much more than that on an Atari 2600 lot with basic games.
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Holy fuck, these prices are high compared to how much mine cost a few years back.

Non heavy sixer 6 switch model in very good condition, around 10 common games, hookups, and 2 joysticks for $35

Screw this $60 stuff. Keep an eye on ebay and look for people who aren't dumb shits who think they found a goldmine in thier attic.
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