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

NecroPhile · 10/03/2011, 05:21 PM

Quote from: thesteve on 10/03/2011, 05:09 PMit should be cheap to have some boards made for flash roms.
they wont look stock, but will run.

Ark talked about doing this a ways back, using socketed roms - it sounded like they'd still be pricey ($50+) to build, especially if they were to have a finished look (i.e. a SFII'-esque hump to cover the rom and provide label space).

Senshi · 10/03/2011, 06:22 PM

Quote from: guest on 10/03/2011, 01:27 PM
Quote from: GameFreak on 10/03/2011, 01:14 PMI would love to see some modern day hucard bootlegs but at a cheap price.
They wouldn't be cheap ($100 or more each), as it's a small community and the start up costs would be huge.

Well they would still be cheaper than those auctions just mentioned

MotherGunner · 10/03/2011, 06:27 PM

And they would (hopefully) bring the market value of the real ones down some.

I wonder if there is a company willing to do 500 pieces for 5 different titles? (as an example)

Ideally we are just looking for Manual and Hucard correct? Sparky can keep making stickers for those who really want to case them up.

My vote would be

Magical Chase
Coryoon

allyourblood · 10/03/2011, 06:45 PM

Quote from: MotherGunner on 10/03/2011, 06:27 PMAnd they would (hopefully) bring the market value of the real ones down some.

I wonder if there is a company willing to do 500 pieces for 5 different titles? (as an example)

Ideally we are just looking for Manual and Hucard correct? Sparky can keep making stickers for those who really want to case them up.

My vote would be

Magical Chase
Coryoon

Definitely Coryoon. I'm dying to play that game.

Senshi · 10/03/2011, 07:10 PM

Tatsujin

Terra Cresta II

MotherGunner · 10/03/2011, 07:16 PM

Hell, Bonk 3.

Senshi · 10/03/2011, 08:07 PM

Bonk 3 would be great.

Seriously...what the fuck with this game lately?

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Turbo-Grafx-16-Bomberman-93-Complete-Box-/140614076570?pt=Video_Games_Games&hash=item20bd40889a

allyourblood · 10/03/2011, 08:58 PM

On the bright side, some folks got some sweet deals recently. I just saw a Bonk 3 go for $50, Legend of Hero Tonma for $35 and Neutopia II for $20. Of course, I didn't luck out on any of those, but congrats to whoever did. Here's hoping they're gonna play them and not just stick 'em on a shelf or resell them.

MotherGunner · 10/03/2011, 10:06 PM

The $50 one was supposedly not working... for $50 not taking that chance but if it's someone on this board I am curious to know if it does work. You know what really grinds my gears lately? Chew Man Fu... wtf?

sirhcman · 10/03/2011, 10:20 PM

Quote from: MotherGunner on 10/03/2011, 10:06 PMThe $50 one was supposedly not working... for $50 not taking that chance but if it's someone on this board I am curious to know if it does work. You know what really grinds my gears lately? Chew Man Fu... wtf?

The one from today did not say anything about not working.. *shrugs*

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Bonk-3-Bonks-Big-Adventure-TurboGrafx-16-1993-/270828052136?pt=Video_Games_Games&hash=item3f0e9c1ea8#ht_500wt_1156

Mathius · 10/03/2011, 10:41 PM

Quote from: Senshi on 10/03/2011, 07:10 PMTatsujin

Terra Cresta II

Tatsujin please!

There isn't another shooter on the PCE that I would rather have. And, I never see it on eBay (not that I look that often). I haven't even seen it here on the forums which is a shame.

allyourblood · 10/03/2011, 10:43 PM

Quote from: MotherGunner on 10/03/2011, 10:06 PMThe $50 one was supposedly not working... for $50 not taking that chance but if it's someone on this board I am curious to know if it does work. You know what really grinds my gears lately? Chew Man Fu... wtf?

I was going to mention Chew Man Fu myself! I bought mine about 2 months ago from Ebay for $24 shipped with case and manual (no box). I thought the price sounded a little high, but I really wanted to play it, and according to the hi res auction photo, it was in excellent shape. I also hadn't seen one come up for auction for at least a month, so I figured I'd better "Buy It Now" while the gettin' was good.

I'm glad I did, because the next copy that came up after mine went for $56 plus shipping! Then of course, today's card-only copy just went for $20.50 shipped, which still sounds a little high to me. Not sure what's up with this one. I do love this game though.

MotherGunner · 10/03/2011, 10:55 PM

Quote from: guest on 10/03/2011, 10:20 PM
Quote from: MotherGunner on 10/03/2011, 10:06 PMThe $50 one was supposedly not working... for $50 not taking that chance but if it's someone on this board I am curious to know if it does work. You know what really grinds my gears lately? Chew Man Fu... wtf?
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Bonk-3-Bonks-Big-Adventure-TurboGrafx-16-1993-/270828052136?pt=Video_Games_Games&hash=item3f0e9c1ea8#ht_500wt_1156

Totally missed that one. There was another for similar price though supposedly not working.

The one from today did not say anything about not working.. *shrugs*

OldMan · 10/03/2011, 11:10 PM

QuoteArk talked about doing this a ways back, using socketed roms - it sounded like they'd still be pricey ($50+) to build, especially if they were to have a finished look (i.e. a SFII'-esque hump to cover the rom and provide label space).

He's still looking. The major cost would be the plastic shell. If you could live with a bare card, it could probably be done fairly cheaply - but he's not interested in turning out bootlegs.

thesteve · 10/03/2011, 11:21 PM

a bare card should be doable for around $5
wouldn't be pretty, but would work

Mishran · 10/03/2011, 11:29 PM

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Super-Air-Zonk-TurboGrafx-CD-1993-/280747908520?pt=Video_Games_Games&hash=item415de11da8

Only ten on the planet...

sirhcman · 10/03/2011, 11:31 PM

Quote from: Mishran on 10/03/2011, 11:29 PMhttp://www.ebay.com/itm/Super-Air-Zonk-TurboGrafx-CD-1993-/280747908520?pt=Video_Games_Games&hash=item415de11da8

Only ten on the planet...

LMFAO!

MotherGunner · 10/03/2011, 11:48 PM

So how would this be different then what's already out there? Like the Neo Cart?

thesteve · 10/04/2011, 12:40 AM

functionally no different than a normal cart

SMF · 10/04/2011, 05:15 AM

Quote from: guest on 10/03/2011, 11:31 PM
Quote from: Mishran on 10/03/2011, 11:29 PMhttp://www.ebay.com/itm/Super-Air-Zonk-TurboGrafx-CD-1993-/280747908520?pt=Video_Games_Games&hash=item415de11da8

Only ten on the planet...
LMFAO!

OMG if that true then I have 1 of the 10. So I can sell mine for $1000 and make this as rare as Magical Chase lol. People really are Brain Dead

OldMan · 10/04/2011, 08:46 AM

Quotea bare card should be doable for around $5

50 board from pcbexpress is just under $400. That's 8$ a board.
Add a socket ($1) and eeproms ($5) and I can't do it for under $15 each.
And we still have the problem that modern pcb boards are too thin - you have to put something under at least the connector portion of the board to make it work. A dead gift card works fairly well, though.

NecroPhile · 10/04/2011, 09:44 AM

Tatsujin, Terra Cresta II, and Coryoon can all be easily found in the $100-150 range, so why would anyone pay $100 for an authentic looking boot?

As for ghetto looking bare carts - may as well just get a flash cart.

Mathius · 10/04/2011, 11:46 AM

Quote from: guest on 10/04/2011, 09:44 AMTatsujin, Terra Cresta II, and Coryoon can all be easily found in the $100-150 range, so why would anyone pay $100 for an authentic looking boot?

As for ghetto looking bare carts - may as well just get a flash cart.

I was thinking that Tatsujin was worth more than that. I have never seen it for sale anywhere so maybe my imagination fueled that.

Senshi · 10/04/2011, 12:01 PM

Quote from: guest on 10/04/2011, 09:44 AMTatsujin, Terra Cresta II, and Coryoon can all be easily found in the $100-150 range, so why would anyone pay $100 for an authentic looking boot?

As for ghetto looking bare carts - may as well just get a flash cart.

I'd like to see those for $100. I haven't seen any yet. Even on these forums.

NecroPhile · 10/04/2011, 12:37 PM

$88 for Terra Cresta II
$98 for Tatsujin.
$133 for Coryoon (relisted more than once after not selling at this price)

Even as non-auction prices they fall within (or below) the range given; expect 'em to be even cheaper in a 'regular' auction or on a forum.

Senshi · 10/04/2011, 02:37 PM

Yea there listed at those prices but Terra Cresta II and Tatsujin are not available and at those prices I doubt they would last more than 48 hours. Thats well below the "market value" i think. I get what your saying but I just think that's few and far between that you're able to find those deals.

$50 would probably be my limit for a reproduction. And if its going to be an crappy looking one i'll just use a flash cart.

thesteve · 10/04/2011, 03:04 PM

bare boards come in different thicknesses.
no need for a socket on a flash once card.
if its $8, its $8 for the board ( i expect it could be cheaper in different quantities and thicknesses)

i havent priced eproms, but even flash ram should be usable.

JapanTokei · 10/05/2011, 12:44 PM

Ive seen so so condition of terra cresta at a tokyo store fir 8900 yen.
Coryoon is tough, have not seen one floating around - i nabbed a huey only for 45 usd around
Tatsujin i blew it - had prob one and only shot and someone won in last sec on yahoo fron me last year and got minty one for 5500 yen. sheit. Its the lowest ive seen - normally 9000 yen easy

Quote from: guest on 10/04/2011, 12:37 PM$88 for Terra Cresta II
$98 for Tatsujin.
$133 for Coryoon (relisted more than once after not selling at this price)

Even as non-auction prices they fall within (or below) the range given; expect 'em to be even cheaper in a 'regular' auction or on a forum.

NecroPhile · 10/05/2011, 01:22 PM

Quote from: Senshi on 10/04/2011, 02:37 PMYea there listed at those prices but Terra Cresta II and Tatsujin are not available

Sorry, I didn't see that they weren't available.

Still, they can be had for $133 (unsold since June) and $130, respectively; if you can find 'em in a regular auction or outside of eBay, they should be even closer to the $100 mark.

sirhcman · 10/07/2011, 02:40 PM

Quote from: allyourblood on 10/03/2011, 08:58 PMOn the bright side, some folks got some sweet deals recently. I just saw a Bonk 3 go for $50, Legend of Hero Tonma for $35 and Neutopia II for $20. Of course, I didn't luck out on any of those, but congrats to whoever did. Here's hoping they're gonna play them and not just stick 'em on a shelf or resell them.

Well I was the lucky one who got the Bonk 3 for $50 have not tested it out but it was advertised as a working copy.. Will give it a go when I get home. Just want to let everyone know this copy didn't get in the hands of a re-seller! Can't wait to go home tonight and play this one! Never thought I would get a chance to own it

/bonk3.jpg

DragonmasterDan · 10/07/2011, 02:41 PM

Quote from: guest on 10/07/2011, 02:40 PM/bonk3.jpg

Nice! Congrats

NecroPhile · 10/07/2011, 03:05 PM

Nice indeed! Good to hear that it'll be enjoyed and not just sit on some clown's shelf.

PunkCryborg · 10/07/2011, 07:08 PM

Turbo gouging on Craigslist
$300
http://tampa.craigslist.org/hil/ele/2636651402.html

MotherGunner · 10/07/2011, 07:17 PM

Wow, that sucks...

roflmao · 10/07/2011, 07:37 PM

Quote from: guest on 10/07/2011, 02:40 PM
Quote from: allyourblood on 10/03/2011, 08:58 PMOn the bright side, some folks got some sweet deals recently. I just saw a Bonk 3 go for $50, Legend of Hero Tonma for $35 and Neutopia II for $20. Of course, I didn't luck out on any of those, but congrats to whoever did. Here's hoping they're gonna play them and not just stick 'em on a shelf or resell them.
Very cool!
Well I was the lucky one who got the Bonk 3 for $50 have not tested it out but it was advertised as a working copy.. Will give it a go when I get home. Just want to let everyone know this copy didn't get in the hands of a re-seller! Can't wait to go home tonight and play this one! Never thought I would get a chance to own it

/bonk3.jpg

allyourblood · 10/07/2011, 07:44 PM

Cadash is leaping all over the place lately, too. I bought mine for a little over $25, but it seems to swing as low as $20 complete, to $45 or so.

Super Star Soldier too. I think one just went for around $60!!

Patience is definitely a virtue when it comes to TG/PCE.

MotherGunner · 10/07/2011, 07:48 PM

I can't find a complete Dead Moon (Card and Manual) or Samurai Ghost (Card and manual) for the right price... nevermind freaking Chew Man Fu...

sirhcman · 10/07/2011, 07:51 PM

Quote from: allyourblood on 10/07/2011, 07:44 PMCadash is leaping all over the place lately, too. I bought mine for a little over $25, but it seems to swing as low as $20 complete, to $45 or so.

I just purchased a copy (includes manual and case) from ebay today for $10.00+$3.99 shipping!

allyourblood · 10/07/2011, 08:17 PM

Quote from: guest on 10/07/2011, 07:51 PM
Quote from: allyourblood on 10/07/2011, 07:44 PMCadash is leaping all over the place lately, too. I bought mine for a little over $25, but it seems to swing as low as $20 complete, to $45 or so.
I just purchased a copy (includes manual and case) from ebay today for $10.00+$3.99 shipping!

Yeah, I saw that one. I think it's because the seller didn't state in the auction what was included. Scared some people off. Unfortunately, that one wasn't listed when I bought mine, or you and I would've duked it out over it!

sirhcman · 10/07/2011, 08:19 PM

haha yea, I sent the seller a message to confirm what all was included. Surprised I actually found a few good deals on ebay this week

allyourblood · 10/07/2011, 08:57 PM

They're out there, that's for sure. I don't think I've "overpaid" yet, for any of my games. Well, maybe by 2003 standards, which is when I sold off my previous Turbo collection. But by and large, I've been buying most titles I want at very reasonable prices. The agony is waiting, and waiting... and waiting.

MotherGunner · 10/07/2011, 10:03 PM

What's been elusive to me is still that damn CD+G disc. I got the sega one FINALLY and will try it tonight.

BigT · 10/09/2011, 01:35 AM

Quote from: allyourblood on 10/07/2011, 08:57 PMThey're out there, that's for sure. I don't think I've "overpaid" yet, for any of my games. Well, maybe by 2003 standards, which is when I sold off my previous Turbo collection. But by and large, I've been buying most titles I want at very reasonable prices. The agony is waiting, and waiting... and waiting.

Yeah, deals can still be found on ebay, though it takes quite a bit of patience and hard work... over a decade ago, prices seem to have been more reasonable for some titles... it's fun to look at tzd.com on archive.org where bonk 3 was 29.99... but, I was pretty much a broke student during those years, so I couldn't really focus on building a collection...

nectarsis · 10/10/2011, 02:34 PM

Self inflicted stupidity...and there's well over 6 DAYS left...

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Legend-Hero-Tonma-Box-Only-Turbo-Grafx-16-Duo-Very-Rare-Includes-tray-insert-/290618554110?pt=Video_Games_Games&hash=item43aa3736fe

geise · 10/10/2011, 03:06 PM

Quote from: BigT on 10/09/2011, 01:35 AM
Quote from: allyourblood on 10/07/2011, 08:57 PMThey're out there, that's for sure. I don't think I've "overpaid" yet, for any of my games. Well, maybe by 2003 standards, which is when I sold off my previous Turbo collection. But by and large, I've been buying most titles I want at very reasonable prices. The agony is waiting, and waiting... and waiting.
Yeah, deals can still be found on ebay, though it takes quite a bit of patience and hard work... over a decade ago, prices seem to have been more reasonable for some titles... it's fun to look at tzd.com on archive.org where bonk 3 was 29.99... but, I was pretty much a broke student during those years, so I couldn't really focus on building a collection...

Yeah we never thought that prices were going to get this crazy. Hell I remember buying a Kisado converter from TZD so I could use my Arcade Card to play Sapphire. It was 19.99 and I bought Sapphire for 59. I passed on MC cause I felt it was a good game but $49.99 was too much. I got 4 good games new for the price of a $49.99 magical chase.

NecroPhile · 10/10/2011, 03:19 PM

Quote from: nectarsis on 10/10/2011, 02:34 PMSelf inflicted stupidity...and there's well over 6 DAYS left...

$56 and climbing for a Legend of Hero Tonma box.

But when a complete copy is worth $322, anything less than $100 for the box is a steal.

BigT · 10/10/2011, 10:26 PM

Quote from: geise on 10/10/2011, 03:06 PM
Quote from: BigT on 10/09/2011, 01:35 AM
Quote from: allyourblood on 10/07/2011, 08:57 PMThey're out there, that's for sure. I don't think I've "overpaid" yet, for any of my games. Well, maybe by 2003 standards, which is when I sold off my previous Turbo collection. But by and large, I've been buying most titles I want at very reasonable prices. The agony is waiting, and waiting... and waiting.
Yeah, deals can still be found on ebay, though it takes quite a bit of patience and hard work... over a decade ago, prices seem to have been more reasonable for some titles... it's fun to look at tzd.com on archive.org where bonk 3 was 29.99... but, I was pretty much a broke student during those years, so I couldn't really focus on building a collection...
Yeah we never thought that prices were going to get this crazy. Hell I remember buying a Kisado converter from TZD so I could use my Arcade Card to play Sapphire. It was 19.99 and I bought Sapphire for 59. I passed on MC cause I felt it was a good game but $49.99 was too much. I got 4 good games new for the price of a $49.99 magical chase.

Back at the end of the turbo's run, I recall seeing Magical Chase for $49.99 at Toys R US... and I felt that it was too expensive for a Hucard to pick up... of course, I was in my early teens and $49.99 was more to me then than $499.99 is to me now... I think I picked up some random SNES game instead... lol!

SMF · 10/11/2011, 09:43 PM

Wow with 30mins left Bonk 3 CD is at $385 WOW. I say it will sell for $455.

BigT · 10/12/2011, 12:06 AM

Quote from: guest on 10/10/2011, 03:19 PM
Quote from: nectarsis on 10/10/2011, 02:34 PMSelf inflicted stupidity...and there's well over 6 DAYS left...

$56 and climbing for a Legend of Hero Tonma box.
But when a complete copy is worth $322, anything less than $100 for the box is a steal.

And shrinkwrapped is now apparently worth $800...

http://www.ebay.com/itm/LEGEND-HERO-TONMA-TURBOGRAFX-16-NIB-Factory-Sealed-TURBO-GRAFX-DUO-HuCARD-/290619415810?pt=Video_Games&hash=item43aa445d02

RoyVegas · 10/12/2011, 04:54 PM

Quote from: BigT on 10/12/2011, 12:06 AMAnd shrinkwrapped is now apparently worth $800...
http://www.ebay.com/itm/LEGEND-HERO-TONMA-TURBOGRAFX-16-NIB-Factory-Sealed-TURBO-GRAFX-DUO-HuCARD-/290619415810?pt=Video_Games&hash=item43aa445d02

I guess I lost alil $ that one time. Clicky.

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