lowscore Posted February 7, 2007 Share Posted February 7, 2007 I found a working Battlezone cabinet not to far from me. It would be my first arcade game and is also the first video game I ever played. Seriously, I had to stand on a chair to reach the periscope at my dad's favorite bar. Is 400 bucks a fair price? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
A.J. Franzman Posted February 7, 2007 Share Posted February 7, 2007 It depends on condition, but it's probably worth it. You should be aware though, that vector monitors are very expensive to replace if they go bad beyond repair. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Atari-Jess Posted February 7, 2007 Share Posted February 7, 2007 It's great if the screen is in perfect condition. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+Nathan Strum Posted February 7, 2007 Share Posted February 7, 2007 I want to get a Battlezone machine someday - it's my all time favorite arcade game. $400 for a good working machine is a bargain. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cassidy Nolen Posted February 7, 2007 Share Posted February 7, 2007 Check the joysticks as the centering grommets were not available aftermarket. That may have changed now but they were not a few years back. I was selling them in 2002-2003 for 5-700 depending on condition. You are most likely in a fair market range for that piece. Cabinets have a tendency to be beat up on those and they get waterlogged because of the type of wood. Look for damage to the plastic surround as they are not easy to find and check for a good 'playing game', ie, the boards are working 100%. Sometimes you get weird glitches so play a little while. HTH, go for it if its in nice shape. Most of those monitors are completely serviceable. Not seen one yet beyond repair. Cassidy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crazy Climber Posted February 8, 2007 Share Posted February 8, 2007 $400 is an excellent price for a nice Battlezone in my opinion. Depending on how long it's been for sale you might even be able to score it cheaper. Some people just want to get rid of them and will take any reasonable offer, worth a try at least. I got a High Impact Football for $60 once. The thing with Battlezone is it might be kind of a slow sale since you can't really convert it into anything that easily. That limits his sales to somone who only wants a Battlezone but since it was a popular game theres a few people out there looking....My advice, if it's nice offer him $300 The worst he can do is say no. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lowscore Posted February 8, 2007 Author Share Posted February 8, 2007 My Old Lady has decided to murder me if I buy this (she wants a jukebox instead) so if any one is interested, look at Grand Rapids, Michigan Craigslist, if you are near there. Oh and if you buy it, you should invite me over to play it too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+Nathan Strum Posted February 8, 2007 Share Posted February 8, 2007 Shipping to California would kill me. But it's tempting... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crazy Climber Posted February 9, 2007 Share Posted February 9, 2007 My Old Lady has decided to murder me if I buy this (she wants a jukebox instead) so if any one is interested, look at Grand Rapids, Michigan Craigslist, if you are near there. Oh and if you buy it, you should invite me over to play it too. Well that is within driving distance If only I had the space Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
A.J. Franzman Posted February 9, 2007 Share Posted February 9, 2007 (edited) Shipping to California would kill me. But it's tempting... There's one on eBay ending in 3 minutes, right near you in Glendora, currently at $250 with no bids. Needs a little bit of cleanup but it is working. Side panels and plastic front look excellent. BATTLEZONE - ATARI - ARCADE COIN OP VIDEO GAME Edited February 9, 2007 by A.J. Franzman Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+Nathan Strum Posted February 9, 2007 Share Posted February 9, 2007 Awww... crud. Read that just a little bit too late. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crazy Climber Posted February 9, 2007 Share Posted February 9, 2007 Bummer man, looks like it was in great shape. I would like to at least play this one a few times again. Too bad thers nowhere around here that has one.....or is there I forgot how cool the dual sticks were, damn I wanna play it now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crazy Climber Posted February 9, 2007 Share Posted February 9, 2007 Those Vector graphics bring me right back to the 80's, they were cool *looks around basement desperatly trying to find space for a new Battlezone cabinet* Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheBman80 Posted February 9, 2007 Share Posted February 9, 2007 Shipping to California would kill me. But it's tempting... There's one on eBay ending in 3 minutes, right near you in Glendora, currently at $250 with no bids. Needs a little bit of cleanup but it is working. Side panels and plastic front look excellent. BATTLEZONE - ATARI - ARCADE COIN OP VIDEO GAME The one I have is in much better shape than that one and I’m looking to unload it at some point I already rebuilt the monitor. I still need to fix a bad RAM chip and rebuild the power supply and audio regulator board mostly just a lot of recapping. Cant tweak the little bit that needs to be done on the monitor until I get that RAM replaced can't get into test mode. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+Nathan Strum Posted February 11, 2007 Share Posted February 11, 2007 The one I have is in much better shape than that one and I’m looking to unload it at some point I already rebuilt the monitor. I still need to fix a bad RAM chip and rebuild the power supply and audio regulator board mostly just a lot of recapping. Cant tweak the little bit that needs to be done on the monitor until I get that RAM replaced can't get into test mode. Well, if you're in the L.A. area, then PM me when you get closer to being ready to unload it. I can't promise I'll be able to buy it, but I'd sure like to be notified so I might at least have the opportunity. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheBman80 Posted February 12, 2007 Share Posted February 12, 2007 The one I have is in much better shape than that one and I’m looking to unload it at some point I already rebuilt the monitor. I still need to fix a bad RAM chip and rebuild the power supply and audio regulator board mostly just a lot of recapping. Cant tweak the little bit that needs to be done on the monitor until I get that RAM replaced can't get into test mode. Well, if you're in the L.A. area, then PM me when you get closer to being ready to unload it. I can't promise I'll be able to buy it, but I'd sure like to be notified so I might at least have the opportunity. Unfortunately I'm no where near L.A. in fact I'm on the other side of the country in PA I would defiantly sell it to you but shipping might be a bit prohibitive. That’s your choice though any one can have my games if they give me the right price for them trust me I'm not greedy just want to get my money back for the work I put into the game. (Not that easy to do in this hobby) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+Nathan Strum Posted February 12, 2007 Share Posted February 12, 2007 Yeah, shipping would be a killer. It'd probably be cheaper to fly there, buy a van, and drive it back myself. Still though... when you do decide to unload it, let me know. I can dream... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheBman80 Posted February 12, 2007 Share Posted February 12, 2007 Yeah, shipping would be a killer. It'd probably be cheaper to fly there, buy a van, and drive it back myself. Still though... when you do decide to unload it, let me know. I can dream... Will do still going to be a little while until I can get the rest of the caps replaced but it sounds like I have some time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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