Any Atari experts have any idea what this is? (Pole Position Prototype?)

[catcat]

 

I found this earlier today at the local Good Will. I'm guessing it's some kind of prototype for Pole Position? Any insight to what this is, how it might have come into the possession of a general consumer and maybe a rough estimate of it's worth would be great. Also; please note that I'm completely new to Atari games and don't know much about them. Thank you.

[0078265317]

IDK, but looks neat. Anyhow did you buy it or are you just asking so you can decide? And what is that stuff in the bag on the right?

[bohoki]

i'm confused why you would post this in the 5200 area it doesnt look like a 5200 cartridge

[Nukey Shay]

It's a "lab loaner" prototype of the 2600's Pole Position. Dunno if this version 133 was dumped already, but version 135 was (and features slightly different sounds than the final game).

[catcat]

Sorry, I thought this was a 5200 cartridge. I purchased it, along with H.E.R.O. I'll delete this post and repost it in the 2600 section. Sorry for the confusion on my behalf.

Edited May 22, 2011 by catcat

[Wickeycolumbus]

Nice find! That version isn't on AtariProtos but it should be pretty close to the final version. Value is probably $100-$150 depending on who's interested.