boxpressed Posted August 10, 2011 Share Posted August 10, 2011 I just picked up a loose 3D Imager and six loose carts on eBay: eBay Auction -- Item Number: 250872252136 Good deal or not for a loose, untested 3D Imager? It seems to have the color wheel inside. I figure if it doesn't work, I'll stick it on a mannequin head, set it next to the Vectrex, and stare at it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Desfeek Posted August 10, 2011 Share Posted August 10, 2011 ooo it's dusty, but if I had seen that I would have bought it in a heartbeat. If it works, you got yourself a steal, if it doesn't, $90 is not that bad. Worth the risk imo to get a 3D imager. Lucky, lucky guy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boxpressed Posted August 10, 2011 Author Share Posted August 10, 2011 ooo it's dusty, but if I had seen that I would have bought it in a heartbeat. If it works, you got yourself a steal, if it doesn't, $90 is not that bad. Worth the risk imo to get a 3D imager. Lucky, lucky guy That's what I figured. It was worth the gamble on the off chance that this thing is working. If not, someone might be able to repair it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
the-topdog Posted August 10, 2011 Share Posted August 10, 2011 WOW! A hell of a deal working or not! I have some spare, loose 3D Vectrex cartridges if you are looking for some. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boxpressed Posted August 10, 2011 Author Share Posted August 10, 2011 WOW! A hell of a deal working or not! I have some spare, loose 3D Vectrex cartridges if you are looking for some. I'm definitely interested if they come with the associated color wheel. Now I really hope this thing works! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Desfeek Posted August 10, 2011 Share Posted August 10, 2011 I have 3D Crazy Coaster (cart, manual, 3D wheel, wheel sleeve) and 3D Narrow Escape (cart, manual, 3D wheel) up for trade. Here's my want list: http://www.atariage.com/forums/topic/185873-wanted-vectrex-stuff/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fmdof Posted August 10, 2011 Share Posted August 10, 2011 damn good deal man. I've watched those things go for hundreds. Boxed have gone over a 1000 on a few occasions. If it doesn't work, it will sure look good. Plus you can get some of your money back sellin the games if you already own them. Totally jealous over here. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boxpressed Posted August 13, 2011 Author Share Posted August 13, 2011 Everything arrived today, well-packaged. And the 3D Imager ... WORKS! Plus, the other five games came with overlays that weren't mentioned in the listing. The helmet is in very good shape, except that I think it is missing the foam padding. My favorite eBay score to date. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Atari_Bill Posted August 14, 2011 Share Posted August 14, 2011 Wow, nice score! This along with an Adventurevision and an original Intelly Keyboard component would be the 3 dream pieces that I would love to have in my collection beyond all others. Based on the typical prices for any of them, I know that will never happen. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boxpressed Posted August 15, 2011 Author Share Posted August 15, 2011 I'd love to have an Adventurevision as well, but I'm not familiar with the keyboard. Time for some research... The visor has some dust on the inside that I'd like to clean, but I don't want to crack the plastic. I may just leave it alone. Minestorm 3D is really fun, if only to see objects be one of *two* colors on the Veccy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
the-topdog Posted August 15, 2011 Share Posted August 15, 2011 The visor has some dust on the inside that I'd like to clean, but I don't want to crack the plastic. Canned air is your friend! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
the-topdog Posted August 15, 2011 Share Posted August 15, 2011 (edited) I'd love to have an Adventurevision as well I have a loose one that is a little glitchy but works... it is one of the crown jewels of my collection! Edited August 15, 2011 by the-topdog Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boxpressed Posted August 15, 2011 Author Share Posted August 15, 2011 (edited) The visor has some dust on the inside that I'd like to clean, but I don't want to crack the plastic. Canned air is your friend! I think I'll try that. The thing is, there's a little slot with a cover that opens that allows you to insert the color wheel hub. I'd have to shoot the air through the slot, which about 1/8" wide and basically the only way for dust to come in or out. So, I might just swirl the dust around in there, but that wouldn't be so bad. I'm going to give it a try later. Edited August 15, 2011 by boxpressed Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
the-topdog Posted August 15, 2011 Share Posted August 15, 2011 The visor has some dust on the inside that I'd like to clean, but I don't want to crack the plastic. Canned air is your friend! I think I'll try that. The thing is, there's a little slot with a cover that opens that allows you to insert the color wheel hub. I'd have to shoot the air through the slot, which about 1/8" wide and basically the only way for dust to come in or out. So, I might just swirl the dust around in there, but that wouldn't be so bad. I'm going to give it a try later. Remember to go in short bursts... you don't want to freeze the plastic or leave residue. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ilovethevectrex Posted December 10, 2011 Share Posted December 10, 2011 OMG U LUCKY!!!! OMLY 80 DOLLARS AND JUST ONE BID!!! WOW!!!! i supose i got lucky to... i got the vectrex passport magazine for 3 dollars Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ilovethevectrex Posted December 10, 2011 Share Posted December 10, 2011 and the 44% off brochure came with it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TrekMD Posted December 11, 2011 Share Posted December 11, 2011 I'm new to the VECTREX. What exactly does this helmet do? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boxpressed Posted December 11, 2011 Author Share Posted December 11, 2011 Well, what it doesn't do is make you look cool for the ladies. But that's okay to married guys like me. It allows you to play a few Vectrex games in "3D" and color (well, at least more than monochrome). There are only a few games that were made for it, and I have only one -- 3D Minestorm. But it is a great game, and the 3D is pretty nifty and ahead of its time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TrekMD Posted December 11, 2011 Share Posted December 11, 2011 Cool. I have a multicart that has several 3D games. I did not realize that additional hardware was needed to play them! And rare hardware on top of that! Well, it does look like you got quite lucky! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iesposta Posted December 11, 2011 Share Posted December 11, 2011 I recently paid 10 times what you paid for a boxed Imager. Your auction was titled viewer so many probably missed it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
the-topdog Posted December 11, 2011 Share Posted December 11, 2011 Well, what it doesn't do is make you look cool for the ladies. Speak for yourself... wearing mine is the only reason my wife married me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ilovethevectrex Posted December 13, 2011 Share Posted December 13, 2011 WAIT I WAS WRONG. I GOT THE VECTREX PASSPORT CATALOGUE! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ilovethevectrex Posted December 13, 2011 Share Posted December 13, 2011 I'm new to the VECTREX. What exactly does this helmet do? it allows you to play the vectrex games in 3d. wecome to the best console if all time Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+thegoldenband Posted December 13, 2011 Share Posted December 13, 2011 Oh, man, the OP got a fantastic deal. These are usually, what, $500 or more? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
the-topdog Posted December 13, 2011 Share Posted December 13, 2011 Oh, man, the OP got a fantastic deal. These are usually, what, $500 or more? Usually around $400-500 loose and $800-1200 CIB. Broken ones usually go for between $100-200 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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