STICH666 Posted April 20, 2009 Share Posted April 20, 2009 Comes with 2 controllers and all the hookups. No games. Is it worth it? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wickeycolumbus Posted April 20, 2009 Share Posted April 20, 2009 Thats a lot more than I would pay. The highest I would go is $20. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shawn Posted April 20, 2009 Share Posted April 20, 2009 5200 with 2 dead controllers (odds are they are dead), and no games? $25 bucks tops cause shipping is gonna kill ya. $40 shipped tops for the lot of it and thats only if the console and controllers are in good cosmetic shape. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
STICH666 Posted April 20, 2009 Author Share Posted April 20, 2009 No it's at Play-N-Trade and the controllers work. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jetset Posted April 20, 2009 Share Posted April 20, 2009 A *little* pricey, but not overwhelmingly so. You'd probably save $20 maybe a few bucks more via ebay but then spend that right back on shipping since it's such a big heavy beast. I don't where someone would expect a working 5200 unit with 2 controllers to cost only $20 bucks. Working controllers often go for $20 alone on Ebay. Like I was saying in the thread I started about the Play N Trades in my area. Overpriced can mean different things. Is $60 too much? Well if you demand you're going to hit the garage-sale/going out of business stupid-crazy closeout price at a place like that (like $20 bucks) then certainly $60 is overpriced, but you're just wasting your time even looking for that. Overpriced is more like going to a thrift store (you know where stuff is *SUPPOSED* to be cheap since it was donated to them for free!) and seeing that same 5200 for $125.00 with a pair of N64 controllers that the guy tells you he tested and work fine with the unit. Do you have a 5200? If not I'd say snag that. Maybe offer him $50, or ask if he'll take some of your 2600 (or whatever classic system) dupes as trade. It's an awesome system and well worth having. Most of the best games are real cheap on both ebay and CTCW (and from members selling dupes on sites like AA and DP for that matter) If you want it to sell or use for tradebait then don't spend the $$ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Artlover Posted April 20, 2009 Share Posted April 20, 2009 All in all, I'd say that's a bit high. I wouldn't go higher then $40 myself. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ransom Posted April 21, 2009 Share Posted April 21, 2009 (edited) I think $50 including shipping is what I paid in various venues for 5200's with controllers that were mostly-working. I did get that one good deal for a boxed 5200, two controllers, four CIB games and one bare cartridge -- $65 including shipping. Edited April 21, 2009 by Ransom Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wickeycolumbus Posted April 21, 2009 Share Posted April 21, 2009 I don't know guys, IMO $60 and even $40 seems really steep. I got mine for $25 I believe, and it came with pacman from a guy that sells 2600 joysticks for $15. The controllers did not work at first, but I fixed them in a matter of minutes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
holygrailvideogames.com Posted April 21, 2009 Share Posted April 21, 2009 $60 including working controllers is not a bad deal if it is local. I would check to make sure that all buttons work on the controllers. You would not believe the number of 5200 systems that I have bought online that have arrived damaged. Often the plastic cracks while being shipped. You are better off buying local if you can. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
edweird13 Posted April 21, 2009 Share Posted April 21, 2009 There is a guy here at the local swap meet that has a 4 port in the box for $150. Its sure gonna sit there for a while. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Artlover Posted April 21, 2009 Share Posted April 21, 2009 $60 including working controllers is not a bad deal if it is local. I would check to make sure that all buttons work on the controllers. You would not believe the number of 5200 systems that I have bought online that have arrived damaged. Often the plastic cracks while being shipped. You are better off buying local if you can. When I was in Oklahoma a few years ago, I bought a tested and working 5200 locally from GameXchange complete with hook ups and controllers for $29.95. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shawn Posted April 21, 2009 Share Posted April 21, 2009 No it's at Play-N-Trade and the controllers work. If the controllers work *for sure* offer him $40 and settle for no more than $50 and he better have a game to test it out with or even better throw in for free. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
atari_envy Posted April 21, 2009 Share Posted April 21, 2009 If the system is working and in good to excellent cosmetic shape, I don't think that is too much to pay. $50 would be better, but think of it this way: $60 means $15 for each controller and $30 for the system and power adaptor. If the controllers work, then they have been fixed (likely with the Rev 9 circuit). Sure, you can get one cheaper if you are willing to be patient and spend some time looking through craig's list, garage sales, flea markets, and/or web deals. But I am of the opinion if you find what you want in good condition, and it is in a reasonable price range, then get it. You might find a better deal later, but you also might end up saving money on travel, shipping, or a system damaged via mail. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Prodos8 Posted April 21, 2009 Share Posted April 21, 2009 I've seen a crappy one e-bay, with certainly non-working controllers and a few commons (with high shipping charges) go for more. If the controllers are re-built/working and the system looks okay (no cracks, major blemishes or missing bits), I'd probably buy it. Yeah its not a garage sale or thrift store find but, you'll likely never see one of those nowadays. I'd prefer a 2-port since you don't need to worry about the switch-box or a power mod if you do a video upgrade later. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shadow460 Posted April 21, 2009 Share Posted April 21, 2009 It's high, but since it's local and you can see what you're getting, buy it. Plus you'd probably have a return policy. There's a good bet that one of the controllers will fail soon. If you don't want to deal with that, take it back and get your money back. If it was $60 shipped, I'd say no, but being able to get it locally makes the deal here. Someone just paid $250 for a 5200 with 20 common games, four controllers, and all the hookups from Vintage Stock. They refused top part the games out of drop the price, that's why I didn't buy it. I'd have offered them $120 tops, and that's 'cause of the 20 games. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
midnight magicman Posted April 21, 2009 Share Posted April 21, 2009 If the controllers don't work (most likely), I wouldn't pay more than $35. If they both work perfect & the switchbox works, you're in the right ballpark @ $60. You don't come across these too often in the wild & it's my fav all-time system! Peace Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VectorGamer Posted April 21, 2009 Share Posted April 21, 2009 I agree like others not to spend more than $25...I got mine "as-is" for $20 and wound up with a working system and a half-dozen game carts. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cybercylon Posted April 22, 2009 Share Posted April 22, 2009 I'd say too steep, but if those controllers 100% work, then it's not too bad. Sometimes I pay a bit more to get something locally just for the return policy alone. Plus, you get to see what you are buying. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oky2000 Posted April 22, 2009 Share Posted April 22, 2009 No it's at Play-N-Trade and the controllers work. If the controllers work *for sure* offer him $40 and settle for no more than $50 and he better have a game to test it out with or even better throw in for free. My thoughts exactly pricewise Working controllers are better than paying less for 'untested' AKA borked controllers on ebay for less surely? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VideoFever1982 Posted April 22, 2009 Share Posted April 22, 2009 Hey Stitch. I personally go no higher than $50. $60 a bit tough but close. At least get them down to $50 and you'll have at least a decent deal. Not a steal. I paid $45 for my boxed beauty. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bohoki Posted April 24, 2009 Share Posted April 24, 2009 Hey Stitch. I personally go no higher than $50. $60 a bit tough but close. At least get them down to $50 and you'll have at least a decent deal. Not a steal. I paid $45 for my boxed beauty. wow no games if the owner cant find a cheap pac-man there is something wrong with him heck i got 3 pacmans and i didn't even try Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Poopopyo Posted May 10, 2009 Share Posted May 10, 2009 I bought my 5200 for $50 with all the wires, the auto switch box, the gigantinourmous cardboard 5200 box, 2 controllers, and 5 boxed games with manuals & overlays, so if it comes with just the controllers and hookups you should aim for a much lower price than $60. Maybe $30-$40. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ninermaniac Posted May 11, 2009 Share Posted May 11, 2009 Well, it would be worth the $60 if it is the 5200 console that has the * in the serial number. It is quite rare and is the only 4 port system that can use the 2600 VCS adapter. ASk for the serial number and if it has an * in it buy it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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