Turbo Gouging on Ebay ( r.i.p. - gouging much )

goombakid · 03/13/2011, 01:40 AM

Anyone need just the manual for Bonk 3?

http://cgi.ebay.com/Bonk-3-Bonks-Big-Adventure-TurboGrafx-16-Manual-Only-/250617950446?pt=Video_Games_Games&hash=item3a59fe70ee

TGX16 · 03/13/2011, 05:08 AM

Quote from: BlueBMW on 03/11/2011, 08:39 PM
Quote from: Official Ninja on 03/11/2011, 08:32 PMIs it normal for Turbo CD systems with a broken CD drive to go for $150 or more on ebay??
I had my eye on a system early this week but at the end people bid it up to $150.
And its broken!
Really?! Yeesh! I paid $140 for a WORKING TG16 / CDrom setup

If you think that was "stupid" then I was checking out an auction on a swedish version of ebay....A non working brefcase Cd player no box no maual not original cables 6 games of no intresst and the auction ended at $629.00 (4000:- swedish kroner)

The swedish stupidity is endles, I've did a little research and found one for $104 + 62 shipping from HK complete in box (I'm negotiating for it just now

)

Ups........! I forgot I'm a swede....So! Some swedes stupidity is endless..Ah yes that sounded much better...lol.

rodek · 03/13/2011, 11:12 AM

Quote from: goombakid on 03/13/2011, 01:40 AMAnyone need just the manual for Bonk 3?

http://cgi.ebay.com/Bonk-3-Bonks-Big-Adventure-TurboGrafx-16-Manual-Only-/250617950446?pt=Video_Games_Games&hash=item3a59fe70ee

That manual on there has been listed for at least a year or more at that price..
Stupid price. No one is ever gonna buy it. I wonder how much they charge him for the listing.

Sparky · 03/13/2011, 12:02 PM

Quote from: goombakid on 03/13/2011, 01:40 AMAnyone need just the manual for Bonk 3?

http://cgi.ebay.com/Bonk-3-Bonks-Big-Adventure-TurboGrafx-16-Manual-Only-/250617950446?pt=Video_Games_Games&hash=item3a59fe70ee

hahaha... and they used a picture of the box... silly ebayers

Senshi · 03/16/2011, 09:23 PM

http://cgi.ebay.com/PC-Engine-COTTON-CD-ROM-NEC-Japan-HUDSON-Shooter-Game_W0QQitemZ190491042868QQcategoryZ139973QQcmdZViewItemQQ_trksidZp4.m263QQ_trkparmsZalgo%3DSIC%26its%3DI%252BP%26itu%3DUCI%252BIA%252BUA%252BFICS%252BUFI%252BDDSIC%26otn%3D5%26pmod%3D270717728679%26ps%3D63%26clkid%3D7788550728335807690

I like cotton but not for $146 for the PCE version especially

kattare · 03/21/2011, 02:34 AM

Quote from: DragonmasterDan on 03/08/2011, 08:50 AM
Quote from: nectarsis on 03/08/2011, 08:42 AMNot sure if this joke of an auctions been posted but:

http://cgi.ebay.com/Turbo-Duo-NEC-Complete-Collection-/290509473689?pt=Video_Games&hash=item43a3b6c799
I'd imagine the guy is looking for offers from resellers.

I looked at that a while back too, heh. Neutopia II is a super cd apparently.

I couldn't figure out how it was complete until I got to the bottom, where he's counting JP releases of MC, DEII, Terraforming, Godzilla, DH and Cotton toward it's "completeness".

FFS. =/

NecroPhile · 03/22/2011, 11:54 AM

Even worse than VGA grading: $180 for a new copy of Final Lap Twin, 'sealed' in a plastic bag and graded by VGQuality. Not pathetic enough? Then take a look at the mailing address for VGQuality and the eBay seller locations; the former is McKean, PA, which is a suburb of the latter (Erie, PA).

esteban · 03/22/2011, 01:33 PM

Quote from: guest on 03/22/2011, 11:54 AMEven worse than VGA grading: $180 for a new copy of Final Lap Twin, 'sealed' in a plastic bag and graded by VGQuality. Not pathetic enough? Then take a look at the mailing address for VGQuality and the eBay seller locations; the former is McKean, PA, which is a suburb of the latter (Erie, PA).

I never thought I'd say this, but I trust the "Nintendo Seal of Quality" more than most things these days.

Sad, but true.

TGX16 · 03/26/2011, 03:27 PM

http://cgi.ebay.com/Turbo-Grafx-16-Turbografx-System-BRAND-NEW-/320676435810?pt=Video_Games&hash=item4aa9ce1762

A bit steep price for a used TG-16 don't you think?
The seller claims its new and in factory state intact but if so how was it possible to take photos of the inside?
And if it's new how come the styrofoam is so damaged all over?
What kind of gradingsystem alows only taped seals?

I realy hate this kind of collectors / Sellers they only damage the scene. High prices and useless grading systems

esteban · 03/26/2011, 04:16 PM

Quote from: TGX16 on 03/26/2011, 03:27 PMhttp://cgi.ebay.com/Turbo-Grafx-16-Turbografx-System-BRAND-NEW-/320676435810?pt=Video_Games&hash=item4aa9ce1762

A bit steep price for a used TG-16 don't you think?
The seller claims its new and in factory state intact but if so how was it possible to take photos of the inside?
And if it's new how come the styrofoam is so damaged all over?
What kind of gradingsystem alows only taped seals?

I realy hate this kind of collectors / Sellers they only damage the scene. High prices and useless grading systems

Why not simply charge $999.99? Why bother with 1,059.99?

Re-dick-U-luss

PunkCryborg · 03/26/2011, 07:06 PM

But it comes in a bag! You know that heavy plastic aint cheap.
Im Going to start a Game grading container grading system. That mint bag would have a 83 Gold star plus rating.

Lilgrafx · 03/26/2011, 10:50 PM

Guys! Somebody jump on this deal fast, before its gone!
http://cgi.ebay.com/Keith-Courage-Alpha-Zones-Turbografx-16-Brand-New-/120703778149?pt=Video_Games_Games&hash=item1c1a817d65#ht_500wt_1156

hizaygizirlz · 03/27/2011, 03:02 AM

Quote from: Lilgrafx on 03/26/2011, 10:50 PMGuys! Somebody jump on this deal fast, before its gone!
http://cgi.ebay.com/Keith-Courage-Alpha-Zones-Turbografx-16-Brand-New-/120703778149?pt=Video_Games_Games&hash=item1c1a817d65#ht_500wt_1156

You know what's funny on that one he listed it at .99 cents, and I was watching the auction. The next day the auction was ended and re-listed w/ the new too rich for my blood price.

Lilgrafx · 03/27/2011, 01:22 PM

Quote from: hizaygizirlz on 03/27/2011, 03:02 AM
Quote from: Lilgrafx on 03/26/2011, 10:50 PMGuys! Somebody jump on this deal fast, before its gone!
http://cgi.ebay.com/Keith-Courage-Alpha-Zones-Turbografx-16-Brand-New-/120703778149?pt=Video_Games_Games&hash=item1c1a817d65#ht_500wt_1156
You know what's funny on that one he listed it at .99 cents, and I was watching the auction. The next day the auction was ended and re-listed w/ the new too rich for my blood price.

I always wonder what goes through ebay sellers minds when they look at a copy of Kieth Courage and list it for more than $2.

nectarsis · 03/28/2011, 08:35 PM

http://cgi.ebay.com/Ginga-Fukei-Densetsu-Sapphire-PC-Engine-Turbo-Duo-/230602608354?pt=Video_Games_Games&hash=item35b0fc8ee2

$300 OBO for the boot (at least he's honest on that part)???

Mathius · 03/28/2011, 10:00 PM

Quote from: nectarsis on 03/28/2011, 08:35 PMhttp://cgi.ebay.com/Ginga-Fukei-Densetsu-Sapphire-PC-Engine-Turbo-Duo-/230602608354?pt=Video_Games_Games&hash=item35b0fc8ee2

$300 OBO for the boot (at least he's honest on that part)???

Somebody bought it too. At least it's not one of Blue's.

BlueBMW · 03/28/2011, 11:50 PM

WHAT??!! someone bought that?!? if only they knew....

NecroPhile · 03/29/2011, 09:49 AM

Whoever bought that Sapphire boot for $254 shipped is a real maroon.

TGX16 · 03/29/2011, 03:40 PM

Perhaps BlueBMW should put all remaining Sapphire Cd's on one auction to destroy the bootleg market for said game...forever!

I can see it now:

"100 sapphire Bootleg CD's for sale"
Only 99 cent, starting bid!

Would probably make all Sapphire Bootleg gougers mad as hell

Then again they probably buy them at any cost and ceremonly destroy them on Youtube and claim that the remaing CD's are worth even more so perhaps not such a good idea...

BlueBMW · 03/29/2011, 11:28 PM

Quote from: TGX16 on 03/29/2011, 03:40 PMPerhaps BlueBMW should put all remaining Sapphire Cd's on one auction to destroy the bootleg market for said game...forever!
I can see it now:

"100 sapphire Bootleg CD's for sale"
Only 99 cent, starting bid!

Would probably make all Sapphire Bootleg gougers mad as hell

Then again they probably buy them at any cost and ceremonly destroy them on Youtube and claim that the remaing CD's are worth even more so perhaps not such a good idea...

I thought about it, but decided against it. Mostly because I'm down to about 30 cds now

chany60126 · 04/02/2011, 01:04 PM

http://cgi.ebay.com/Air-Zonk-TurboGrafx-16-1992-/280651271269?pt=Video_Games_Games&hash=item41581e8c65

Yeah, it's one of the best games you can get on a chip, but hot damn!! This game is already up to $60. I got mine with the manual about two years ago for $25 shipped.

jperryss · 04/02/2011, 01:18 PM

Quote from: chany60126 on 04/02/2011, 01:04 PMhttp://cgi.ebay.com/Air-Zonk-TurboGrafx-16-1992-/280651271269?pt=Video_Games_Games&hash=item41581e8c65

Yeah, it's one of the best games you can get on a chip, but hot damn!! This game is already up to $60. I got mine with the manual about two years ago for $25 shipped.

I paid $35 (plus a couple bucks shipping) for the card+manual about a year ago, both mint. I thought I did OK.

Definitely one of the best US hueys.

NecroPhile · 04/04/2011, 10:15 AM

Quote from: chany60126 on 04/02/2011, 01:04 PMhttp://cgi.ebay.com/Air-Zonk-TurboGrafx-16-1992-/280651271269?pt=Video_Games_Games&hash=item41581e8c65

Yeah, it's one of the best games you can get on a chip, but hot damn!! This game is already up to $60. I got mine with the manual about two years ago for $25 shipped.

It's up to $86 now, while the last two boxed copies sold on eBay went for $50 and $40. Some people are just plain stupid.

chany60126 · 04/04/2011, 10:35 AM

I think what is driving the price up is the inclusion of a T-16 case. Perhaps, most of these people believe that this game comes with its 'original case.' Noobs...

Sadler · 04/04/2011, 04:24 PM

Anyone seen this? http://cgi.ebay.com/Turbografx-Turbo-duo-Might-Magic-III-Vasteel-Godzilla-/230604989573?pt=Video_Games_Games&hash=item35b120e485#ht_500wt_1156

Might and Magic III, Godzilla, Vasteel and Dragon Slayer (and keith courage). Buy it now for $480? Honestly I'm not sure that's a bad deal. I swear I've seen Might and Magic and Godzilla both go for over $200 by themselves.

csgx1 · 04/04/2011, 04:29 PM

Quote from: guest on 04/04/2011, 10:15 AM
Quote from: chany60126 on 04/02/2011, 01:04 PMhttp://cgi.ebay.com/Air-Zonk-TurboGrafx-16-1992-/280651271269?pt=Video_Games_Games&hash=item41581e8c65

Yeah, it's one of the best games you can get on a chip, but hot damn!! This game is already up to $60. I got mine with the manual about two years ago for $25 shipped.
It's up to $86 now, while the last two boxed copies sold on eBay went for $50 and $40. Some people are just plain stupid.

Quote from: chany60126 on 04/04/2011, 10:35 AMI think what is driving the price up is the inclusion of a T-16 case. Perhaps, most of these people believe that this game comes with its 'original case.' Noobs...

You are right and that's absurd. I sold my CIB copy for $35. If I threw away the original box and tray and replaced it with a hucard plastic case it would have sold for more?

Some people are not too bright.

chany60126 · 04/04/2011, 04:50 PM

Quote from: Sadler on 04/04/2011, 04:24 PMAnyone seen this? http://cgi.ebay.com/Turbografx-Turbo-duo-Might-Magic-III-Vasteel-Godzilla-/230604989573?pt=Video_Games_Games&hash=item35b120e485#ht_500wt_1156

Might and Magic III, Godzilla, Vasteel and Dragon Slayer (and keith courage). Buy it now for $480? Honestly I'm not sure that's a bad deal. I swear I've seen Might and Magic and Godzilla both go for over $200 by themselves.

It's a bad deal, don't even think twice about it. And no, Godzilla never goes for anywhere near $200, not even on eBay.

Sadler · 04/04/2011, 05:06 PM

Quote from: chany60126 on 04/04/2011, 04:50 PM
Quote from: Sadler on 04/04/2011, 04:24 PMAnyone seen this? http://cgi.ebay.com/Turbografx-Turbo-duo-Might-Magic-III-Vasteel-Godzilla-/230604989573?pt=Video_Games_Games&hash=item35b120e485#ht_500wt_1156

Might and Magic III, Godzilla, Vasteel and Dragon Slayer (and keith courage). Buy it now for $480? Honestly I'm not sure that's a bad deal. I swear I've seen Might and Magic and Godzilla both go for over $200 by themselves.
It's a bad deal, don't even think twice about it. And no, Godzilla never goes for anywhere near $200, not even on eBay.

Yeah, it appears I'm way off on Godzilla: Godzilla. And it also appears I paid WAY too much for a jenky, incomplete copy of Dragon Slayer. I think a paid a local game store nearly $70 for that.

EDIT: I feel like I should point out that that ebay listing includes the rare Keith Courage, worth $80!

VestCunt · 04/05/2011, 04:41 PM

Speaking of Air Zonk...
http://cgi.ebay.com/Air-Zonk-V-RARE-Turbografx-Turbo-Duo-TG16-/250799726821?pt=Video_Games_Games&hash=item3a64d420e5

The seller listed it yesterday for $50 BIN, then apparently saw the recent $86 auction, pulled it, and relisted for $85. What a fucker.

TheClash603 · 04/05/2011, 06:31 PM

Quote from: chany60126 on 04/04/2011, 04:50 PM
Quote from: Sadler on 04/04/2011, 04:24 PMAnyone seen this? http://cgi.ebay.com/Turbografx-Turbo-duo-Might-Magic-III-Vasteel-Godzilla-/230604989573?pt=Video_Games_Games&hash=item35b120e485#ht_500wt_1156

Might and Magic III, Godzilla, Vasteel and Dragon Slayer (and keith courage). Buy it now for $480? Honestly I'm not sure that's a bad deal. I swear I've seen Might and Magic and Godzilla both go for over $200 by themselves.
It's a bad deal, don't even think twice about it. And no, Godzilla never goes for anywhere near $200, not even on eBay.

I wouldn't pay that. But I honestly think if the seller split that set up, they would be able to get $480 on ebay. Godzilla $150, Might & Magic $150, Vasteel $50, Dragon Slayer $30, Keith Courage $100.

esteban · 04/05/2011, 08:08 PM

Quote from: TheClash603 on 04/05/2011, 06:31 PM
Quote from: chany60126 on 04/04/2011, 04:50 PM
Quote from: Sadler on 04/04/2011, 04:24 PMAnyone seen this? http://cgi.ebay.com/Turbografx-Turbo-duo-Might-Magic-III-Vasteel-Godzilla-/230604989573?pt=Video_Games_Games&hash=item35b120e485#ht_500wt_1156

Might and Magic III, Godzilla, Vasteel and Dragon Slayer (and keith courage). Buy it now for $480? Honestly I'm not sure that's a bad deal. I swear I've seen Might and Magic and Godzilla both go for over $200 by themselves.
It's a bad deal, don't even think twice about it. And no, Godzilla never goes for anywhere near $200, not even on eBay.
I wouldn't pay that. But I honestly think if the seller split that set up, they would be able to get $480 on ebay. Godzilla $150, Might & Magic $150, Vasteel $50, Dragon Slayer $30, Keith Courage $100.

Hhahahhhahhahahahahahahaaha.

PunkCryborg · 04/09/2011, 03:16 PM

A local flea market video game store has a bare turbo without anything, not even the dust cover for $90!!!! But then I picked up Metal Storm for NES for $5 so I didn't say anything

chany60126 · 04/09/2011, 03:27 PM

Quote from: elabit on 04/09/2011, 03:16 PMA local flea market video game store has a bare turbo without anything, not even the dust cover for $90!!!! But then I picked up Metal Storm for NES for $5 so I didn't say anything

Heck yeah!! Metal Storm is an awesome game. It is actually my favorite game on the NES. I love being able to manipulate gravity mid-air in jump.

Jesse813 · 04/09/2011, 03:29 PM

Metal Storm is indeed an awesome NES game

Senshi · 04/10/2011, 12:05 AM

http://cgi.ebay.com/METAL-STORM-METALSTORM-NES-NINTENDO-COMPLETE-/270729679544?pt=Video_Games_Games&hash=item3f08bf12b8

What the dick?

PunkCryborg · 04/10/2011, 12:30 AM

Quote from: Senshi on 04/10/2011, 12:05 AMhttp://cgi.ebay.com/METAL-STORM-METALSTORM-NES-NINTENDO-COMPLETE-/270729679544?pt=Video_Games_Games&hash=item3f08bf12b8

What the dick?

NES gouging much?

nectarsis · 04/10/2011, 11:13 PM

Not exactly gouging as it was normal bid auction..but OUCH

http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&_trksid=p4340.l2557&rt=nc&nma=true&item=260761757783&si=%252B8gP4tN8ogaCN28VRtIDkP5Z0I0%253D&viewitem=&sspagename=STRK%3AMEWAX%3AIT

Opethian · 04/14/2011, 12:13 AM

http://shop.ebay.com/siljkovic-2008/m.html?_trksid=p4340.l2562
this guy is smoking something

$45 for a loose Jackie CHan lol

Jesse813 · 04/14/2011, 12:16 AM

that seller is crazy. you can get a complete copy for less than $45

csgx1 · 04/14/2011, 01:43 AM

Quote from: Opethian on 04/14/2011, 12:13 AMhttp://shop.ebay.com/siljkovic-2008/m.html?_trksid=p4340.l2562
this guy is smoking something

$45 for a loose Jackie CHan lol

Ridiculous. From the same seller....Like new Ys III for $500:
http://cgi.ebay.com/Ys-III-Wanderers-Ys-TurboGrafx-CD-1991-/180653703958

NecroPhile · 04/14/2011, 10:44 AM

$150 folder of promotional Turbob stuff from a CES show and a $200 bundle of promotional Turbob mailers including one of the videotapes. Move the decimal point one place to the left and I might bite, though even then I'd still feel unclean.

esteban · 04/14/2011, 07:17 PM

Quote from: guest on 04/14/2011, 10:44 AM$150 folder of promotional Turbob stuff from a CES show and a $200 bundle of promotional Turbob mailers including one of the videotapes. Move the decimal point one place to the left and I might bite, though even then I'd still feel unclean.

$200 auction: Total insanity. I paid $1 for the video not too long ago. The catalogs aren't worth their weight in platinum, either, so....

...at least for the gouging of $150, you get something that is genuinely harder to find.

I agree, $15 is still painful for a goddamn folder + sheets.

hoobs88 · 04/15/2011, 01:03 AM

Quote from: csgx1 on 04/14/2011, 01:43 AMRidiculous. From the same seller....Like new Ys III for $500:
http://cgi.ebay.com/Ys-III-Wanderers-Ys-TurboGrafx-CD-1991-/180653703958

It has the original price tag of $29.99 and a 50% off sticker on the box. It should sell for $14.99 not $500.

Damaramu · 04/16/2011, 09:14 PM

Quote from: elabit on 04/10/2011, 12:30 AM
Quote from: Senshi on 04/10/2011, 12:05 AMhttp://cgi.ebay.com/METAL-STORM-METALSTORM-NES-NINTENDO-COMPLETE-/270729679544?pt=Video_Games_Games&hash=item3f08bf12b8

What the dick?
NES gouging much?

Whoa...why so much for Metal Storm? I noticed other auctions going from $25 - $35 for loose cart only copies. What gives? (other than greed)

PunkCryborg · 04/16/2011, 09:23 PM

Quote from: Damaramu on 04/16/2011, 09:14 PM
Quote from: elabit on 04/10/2011, 12:30 AM
Quote from: Senshi on 04/10/2011, 12:05 AMhttp://cgi.ebay.com/METAL-STORM-METALSTORM-NES-NINTENDO-COMPLETE-/270729679544?pt=Video_Games_Games&hash=item3f08bf12b8

What the dick?
NES gouging much?
Whoa...why so much for Metal Storm? I noticed other auctions going from $25 - $35 for loose cart only copies. What gives? (other than greed)

You gotta admit that has to be one of the most bad ass looking NES boxes.

War Pig · 04/18/2011, 10:56 AM

Quote from: Jesse813 on 04/14/2011, 12:16 AMthat seller is crazy. you can get a complete copy for less than $45

haha....not any more you can't:
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&_trksid=p4340.l2557&rt=nc&nma=true&item=250800775362&si=0ZPtCwZyKNVE%252B2l%252Febkvyj%252FoQBo%253D&viewitem=&sspagename=STRK%3AMEWNX%3AIT

gekioh · 04/18/2011, 07:37 PM

Now I know this thread is title Turbo gouging and all so im gonna use a turbo game for a referance: but anyways WTF seriously like when in the hell did Snatcher become worth as much as a copy of a US Dyanstic Hero
http://cgi.ebay.com/Snatcher-Sega-CD-1994-MINT-COMPLETE-PERFECT-/160574708669?pt=Video_Games_Games&hash=item2562ff9bbd

or in some cases even more http://cgi.ebay.com/Snatcher-Excellent-Condition-Sega-CD-/310259774990?pt=Video_Games_Games&hash=item483cec760e

I just dont effin' get it, what the hell is going on with retro gaming these days, its impossible to do anymore unless you roll in a 6 figure paycheck, jesus christ!

hizaygizirlz · 04/18/2011, 07:42 PM

Quote from: gekioh on 04/18/2011, 07:37 PMNow I know this thread is title Turbo gouging and all so im gonna use a turbo game for a referance: but anyways WTF seriously like when in the hell did Snatcher become worth as much as a copy of a US Dyanstic Hero
http://cgi.ebay.com/Snatcher-Sega-CD-1994-MINT-COMPLETE-PERFECT-/160574708669?pt=Video_Games_Games&hash=item2562ff9bbd

or in some cases even more http://cgi.ebay.com/Snatcher-Excellent-Condition-Sega-CD-/310259774990?pt=Video_Games_Games&hash=item483cec760e

I just dont effin' get it, what the hell is going on with retro gaming these days, its impossible to do anymore unless you roll in a 6 figure paycheck, jesus christ!

That sucks, I hope those are exceptions and not the rule, I have Snatcher high on my list of games I want to get.

gekioh · 04/18/2011, 07:54 PM

Yeah like not even a year ago, hell not even 6 months ago it was like hovering around $150-180ish, I sure hope to god that is the exception.

Mathius · 04/19/2011, 12:17 AM

http://cgi.ebay.com/NEC-PC-ENGINE-HuCARD-SALAMANDER-COMPLETE-SHOOTER-JAPAN-/140536708094?pt=Video_Games_Games&hash=item20b8a3fbfe

There are at least two others in the same condish that are $160 cheaper! Good grief!