Just... Bad, Turbo Ebay Auctions (Not Gouging)

RoyVegas · 07/12/2013, 02:48 PM

This gem made me giggle:

http://www.ebay.com/itm/INSANITY-PC-Engine-TurboGRAFIX-CD-JAPAN-import-US-SELLER-TURBO-DUO-FREE-SHIP-/181174440827?pt=Video_Games_Games&hash=item2a2ed6937b#ht_949wt_1057

Quote from: eBay saleYOUR LOOKING AT INSANITY FOR THE NEC PC-ENGINE. THIS IS THE JAPANESE VERSION OF THE US TURBOGRAFIX 16. THIS WILL NOT PLAY ON NORTH AMERICAN CONSOLES AND WILL ONLY WORK ON NTSC-JAPAN CONSOLE. THIS GAME HAS BEEN TESTED AND IS 100% WORKING. THIS ITEM IS IN VERY GOOD CONDITION AND SHOWS NORMAL WEAR FROM NORMAL USE.
THE PICTURE IS THE EXACT ITEM YOU WILL RECEIVE.
* COMPLETE *
* US SELLER *

roflmao · 07/13/2013, 09:21 AM

Quote from: RoyVegas on 07/12/2013, 02:48 PMThis gem made me giggle:

http://www.ebay.com/itm/INSANITY-PC-Engine-TurboGRAFIX-CD-JAPAN-import-US-SELLER-TURBO-DUO-FREE-SHIP-/181174440827?pt=Video_Games_Games&hash=item2a2ed6937b#ht_949wt_1057

Quote from: eBay saleYOUR LOOKING AT INSANITY FOR THE NEC PC-ENGINE. THIS IS THE JAPANESE VERSION OF THE US TURBOGRAFIX 16. THIS WILL NOT PLAY ON NORTH AMERICAN CONSOLES AND WILL ONLY WORK ON NTSC-JAPAN CONSOLE. THIS GAME HAS BEEN TESTED AND IS 100% WORKING. THIS ITEM IS IN VERY GOOD CONDITION AND SHOWS NORMAL WEAR FROM NORMAL USE.
THE PICTURE IS THE EXACT ITEM YOU WILL RECEIVE.
* COMPLETE *
* US SELLER *

HAHAHAHAHA!!!

FiftyQuid · 07/13/2013, 12:49 PM

I feel embarrassed for that guy. Someone message him.

psychobear · 07/14/2013, 06:22 AM

Better jump on it it's a super rare Japanese copy...
Let him live with the shame, don't message him..

FiftyQuid · 07/17/2013, 08:15 PM

This one made me laugh. He found it wasn't packaged with English instructions. That's because it clearly states (in French) there are "Instruction in French Inside" the box. Typically the French instructions are just throw in with the English ones, but this one actually has a sticker. It's a bit odd, but clearly this is a French Only copy.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Bonk-3-Bonks-Big-Adventure-Turbo-Grafx-16-TG16-Turbo-Duo-w-box-/281137475473

Not the worse auction, but I found it amusing.

CrackTiger · 07/17/2013, 08:22 PM

Quote from: FiftyQuid on 07/17/2013, 08:15 PMThis one made me laugh. He found it wasn't packaged with English instructions. That's because it clearly states (in French) there are "Instruction in French Inside" the box. Typically the French instructions are just throw in with the English ones, but this one actually has a sticker. It's a bit odd, but clearly this is a French Only copy.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Bonk-3-Bonks-Big-Adventure-Turbo-Grafx-16-TG16-Turbo-Duo-w-box-/281137475473

Not the worse auction, but I found it amusing.

What is more amusing, is that eBay describes Bonk 3 under tech details as a "3D hunting" game series entry.

bob · 07/25/2013, 05:29 PM

LOL

psychobear · 07/25/2013, 06:07 PM

As of lately I been looking to buy most of the games I had to sell not long ago and ebay prices just seem to jump up out of nowhere, especially for loose stuff.

Deletion · 08/09/2013, 10:32 AM

Couldn't this seller have stood at edge of his bed to take the photo or at least used the crop tool?

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Exile-TurboGrafx-CD-TG16-wManualCase-/121156841696

turboswimbz · 08/09/2013, 11:06 AM

It's philly so no.

He is nekkid

Sexy up dat Exile.

NOTE TO SELF: next time selling turbo gear - add in boobs.

CrackTiger · 08/17/2013, 11:32 AM

Possibly sealed, possibly used 4-in-1 disc. Described as Beyond Shadowgate. Comes with disc, case, manual and artwork insert, also described as coming none of that. Add in some more contradictive descriptions and minimum bid is only $90

http://www.ebay.com/itm/TURBO-CD-DUO-Gate-Thunder-Bonks-Adventure-Revenge-NTSC-NEW-Sealed-41810-/390635119548?pt=Video_Games_Games&hash=item5af3aae3bc

Whatever is actually being sold, the seller is trying to convince true collectors to buy what at first looks like a new/sealed game. But going by the photo and messed up listing, it looks like it is very incomplete and is missing the 3 manuals (not counting the rest of the TurboDuo contents/packaging). Some ignorant sealed collector will likely buy this and feel very proud to have it sit on a shelf.

futureman2000 · 08/17/2013, 12:03 PM

used TURBO CD DUO Gate of Thunder + Bonk's Adventure / Revenge : $89.90

MEDIA GAMES NEW SEALED SMALL 41810

FUNCTIONAL STATUS: Fully Working and Guaranteed
"
Objects included with this listing:
Game Disc,Instruction Manual,Game CD Jewel Case with Artwork Insert

This is the version that was originally included with the console and therefore no artwork was originally included.

:
Disc Condition: NOT INCLUDED
Case Condition: NOT INCLUDED
Instruction Manual Condition: NOT INCLUDED
"

Yep, how sloppy can a listing be...

esteban · 08/22/2013, 11:51 PM

Quote from: guest on 08/22/2013, 11:08 PMWTFF?

http://item.mobileweb.ebay.com/viewitem?sbk=1&nav=SEARCH&itemId=171111614493

I was excited, then WTF?!

Deletion · 08/23/2013, 01:15 AM

Quote from: guest on 08/22/2013, 11:08 PMWTFF?
http://item.mobileweb.ebay.com/viewitem?sbk=1&nav=SEARCH&itemId=171111614493

That's not a bad auction. That's an awesome auction for a very rare version of the PCE. See http://nfggames.com/games/vistar

Deletion · 08/23/2013, 12:00 PM

Quote from: guest on 08/23/2013, 07:54 AMSeller must have fixed the listing... Originally, the photograph was of a Sega Saturn with Samsung branding.. it actually had the logo "SamsungSaturn".

Gotcha. The auction was ended early. The seller also removed the photos except for a closeup of the DC power port, so we can't even tell what the actual item was anymore :/

bob · 09/02/2013, 05:45 PM

http://www.ebay.com/itm/TURBO-Grafx-CD-Duo-Fighting-Street-NTSC-NEW-Sealed-41812-/300941367832?pt=Video_Games_Games&hash=item461180da18

Super rare, no box, sealed version?

FiftyQuid · 09/02/2013, 06:46 PM

Quote from: galam on 09/02/2013, 05:45 PMhttp://www.ebay.com/itm/TURBO-Grafx-CD-Duo-Fighting-Street-NTSC-NEW-Sealed-41812-/300941367832?pt=Video_Games_Games&hash=item461180da18

Super rare, no box, sealed version?

Ha! That might be the lamest one yet.

albatross · 09/02/2013, 08:13 PM

whoa! a sealed fighting street with only a few tears in the plastic for the low price of $299! thats amazing! im getting it

turboswimbz · 09/02/2013, 08:38 PM

Quote from: albatross on 09/02/2013, 08:13 PMwhoa! a sealed fighting street with only a few tears in the plastic for the low price of $299! thats amazing! im getting it

i assume your being sarcastic. but yeahhhh fighting street came in a retail box. it is possible that this is new but it would be way to easy to repackage.

bob · 09/02/2013, 08:51 PM

Was it ever a pack-in, sans box? Not that I ever recall, anyway.

albatross · 09/02/2013, 09:00 PM

yes sarcasm for sure - even if it was new the price tag is ridiculous! do people actually think they can get these types of prices?

turboswimbz · 09/02/2013, 10:53 PM

Quote from: galam on 09/02/2013, 08:51 PMWas it ever a pack-in, sans box? Not that I ever recall, anyway.

No. I asked him where the box was. Hehe.

THE ANSWER LOL!

Dear mediaencyclopedia,

How can this verified as a new unused item? It seems to be missing its original sealed retail box.

Dear ebayer,

I can verify this is truly factory sealed. It was removed from its original box, but it still has factory sealed cellophane on it. I actually purchased this in myself along with alot of other factory sealed merchandise. It came from a collector, so its definitely all legitimate.

- mediaencyclopedia

AND IT CONTINUES: (after I pointed out that this game never came like that to anyone's knowledge over the last 2 decades)

I had a customer come in with a box of super collectibles into my store. Many were factory sealed, others in pristine condition. We do see factory sealed resold to us from time to time, its rare but it does happen. This game came with that lot, and was sealed in cellophane. It isn't folded edges or a horizontal seam, but its also not indicitive of a typical reshrink job either. I may pull the item to re-investigate, but it appears to be unopened and untampered with. I have seen quite a few sealed games inside a larger box, like the Turbo Duo 3 in 1 that was a packin with the system, or 3DO did this quite a bit. We just don't see much TG16 or TGCD stuff, so you very well may be right.

NecroPhile · 09/03/2013, 11:13 AM

At least it's a benny less than their rare sealed Street Fighter II.

bob · 09/03/2013, 11:20 AM

Quote from: turboswimbz on 09/02/2013, 10:53 PM
Quote from: galam on 09/02/2013, 08:51 PMWas it ever a pack-in, sans box? Not that I ever recall, anyway.
No. I asked him where the box was. Hehe.

THE ANSWER LOL!

Dear mediaencyclopedia,

How can this verified as a new unused item? It seems to be missing its original sealed retail box.

Dear ebayer,

I can verify this is truly factory sealed. It was removed from its original box, but it still has factory sealed cellophane on it. I actually purchased this in myself along with alot of other factory sealed merchandise. It came from a collector, so its definitely all legitimate.

- mediaencyclopedia

OH! Thats right. I forgot all the games were also sealed inside the sealed box.

And the "collector" comment is like saying..."I invested with Madoff, so it's all good."

turboswimbz · 09/03/2013, 11:29 AM

Quote from: guest on 09/03/2013, 11:13 AMAt least it's a benny less than their ULTRA rare sealed Street Fighter II.

Fixed that according to this jerk

FiftyQuid · 09/03/2013, 12:44 PM

Quote from: turboswimbz on 09/02/2013, 10:53 PM
Quote from: galam on 09/02/2013, 08:51 PMWas it ever a pack-in, sans box? Not that I ever recall, anyway.
No. I asked him where the box was. Hehe.

THE ANSWER LOL!

Dear mediaencyclopedia,

How can this verified as a new unused item? It seems to be missing its original sealed retail box.

Dear ebayer,

I can verify this is truly factory sealed. It was removed from its original box, but it still has factory sealed cellophane on it. I actually purchased this in myself along with alot of other factory sealed merchandise. It came from a collector, so its definitely all legitimate.

- mediaencyclopedia

Quite possibly the least knowledgeable answer ever. I would pay good money just to find out how much he paid for "a lot of other factory sealed merchandise". I'm laughing now, but an actual $$$ amount would cause physical tears of joy.

RoyVegas · 09/03/2013, 02:15 PM

Quote from: galam on 09/03/2013, 11:20 AMOH! Thats right. I forgot all the games were also sealed inside the sealed box.

BUT some were. Not saying this guys auction is legit, just pointing it out. I opened a sealed retail copy of Ys I&II and the game was sealed inside the sealed box....

turboswimbz · 09/03/2013, 03:22 PM

Quote from: RoyVegas on 09/03/2013, 02:15 PM
Quote from: galam on 09/03/2013, 11:20 AMOH! Thats right. I forgot all the games were also sealed inside the sealed box.
BUT some were. Not saying this guys auction is legit, just pointing it out. I opened a sealed retail copy of Ys I&II and the game was sealed inside the sealed box....

Roy this is kinda what I was wondering? if it is a sealed in a sealed that would be neat to note. but he says he has no clue.

RoyVegas · 09/03/2013, 04:07 PM

Quote from: turboswimbz on 09/03/2013, 03:22 PMRoy this is kinda what I was wondering? if it is a sealed in a sealed that would be neat to note. but he says he has no clue.

Hard to say without any difinitive proof. In his case there's really no way of knowing.

bob · 09/03/2013, 04:24 PM

Quote from: RoyVegas on 09/03/2013, 02:15 PM
Quote from: galam on 09/03/2013, 11:20 AMOH! Thats right. I forgot all the games were also sealed inside the sealed box.
BUT some were. Not saying this guys auction is legit, just pointing it out. I opened a sealed retail copy of Ys I&II and the game was sealed inside the sealed box....

Well tickle me pink. I never knew that.
Seller is still a douche.

esteban · 09/14/2013, 04:43 PM

I am wondering if games actually left factory with jewel case sealed inside sealed box.

I am not saying it is impossible, but I never encountered it back in the day. I purchased from mom-n-pop as well as chain retailers.

As you folks know, EB had a policy of putting out boxes only (by neatly slicing box seal along box flap...but I can see some stores taking the extra step of SEALING the now-naked jewel box to insure the integrity of the contents...)

Of course, I never talked to an employee from EB to corroborate any of my silly ideas...do you folks know of any interviews with retail employees who talked about the silly stuff they had to do to reduce theft/loss?

FiftyQuid · 09/14/2013, 08:59 PM

Quote from: esteban on 09/14/2013, 04:43 PMI am wondering if games actually left factory with jewel case sealed inside sealed box.

I am not saying it is impossible, but I never encountered it back in the day. I purchased from mom-n-pop as well as chain retailers.

As you folks know, EB had a policy of putting out boxes only (by neatly slicing box seal along box flap...but I can see some stores taking the extra step of SEALING the now-naked jewel box to insure the integrity of the contents...)

Of course, I never talked to an employee from EB to corroborate any of my silly ideas...do you folks know of any interviews with retail employees who talked about the silly stuff they had to do to reduce theft/loss?

Make sense. I use to work at Radio Scrap and we did the same thing. I don't remember TG-16 games, but we definitely did with NES and SEGA. Damn kids would steal the games on us. Jokes on them as all they got was the case and the game was in the back room. We use to bring them over to Staples (Business Depot) and have them reseal them for us. We did this with PC games as well.

RoyVegas · 09/16/2013, 04:22 PM

Quote from: eBay SellerThe massive storage capacity stores most of your favorite games inside this handheld gaming console.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/TurboGrafx-16-Game-Console-Mint-Condition-in-Original-Packaging-/271278808193?pt=Video_Games&hash=item3f297a1c81#ht_88wt_1238

It's massive storage capacity saves games? Handheld?

albatross · 09/16/2013, 06:22 PM

that has to be one of the worst ones i have ever seen - and by a 0 feeback seller no less! Stock Photos?

bob · 09/16/2013, 07:39 PM

Quote from: RoyVegas on 09/16/2013, 04:22 PM
Quote from: eBay SellerThe massive storage capacity stores most of your favorite games inside this handheld gaming console.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/TurboGrafx-16-Game-Console-Mint-Condition-in-Original-Packaging-/271278808193?pt=Video_Games&hash=item3f297a1c81#ht_88wt_1238

It's massive storage capacity saves games? Handheld?

Plug in a controller for even "better" gaming control?
Um, is there another option for worse control?

turboswimbz · 09/16/2013, 07:40 PM

Of course galam have you ever tried to shove your ...... in there?

albatross · 09/16/2013, 07:53 PM

would that be comparable to a turbo stick?

CrackTiger · 09/21/2013, 03:50 PM

Quote from: Nulltard on 09/21/2013, 03:42 PMhttp://pages.ebay.com/link/?nav=item.view&id=321212750968

Gentlemen, I think I just won this thread. Lol

This actually the "Bad" auctions thread.

FiftyQuid · 09/21/2013, 09:11 PM

Quote from: Nulltard on 09/21/2013, 04:06 PM

I might have just found me a new avatar.

MrFlutterPie · 09/21/2013, 10:02 PM

Quote from: Nulltard on 09/21/2013, 04:06 PMAnd... is that johnny turbo?

Old Johnny fell on hard times after losing the NEC account and must have let himself go.

SuperPlay · 09/22/2013, 11:58 AM

Gokuraku Chuka Taisen (Cloud Master) PC Engine *Brand New Sealed* Magical Chase?

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Gokuraku-Chuka-Taisen-Cloud-Master-PC-Engine-Brand-New-Sealed-Magical-Chase-/310749875122?pt=UK_PC_Video_Games_Video_Games_JS&hash=item485a22cbb2

Magical Chase?

jperryss · 09/22/2013, 12:11 PM

Quote from: SuperPlay on 09/22/2013, 11:58 AMGokuraku Chuka Taisen (Cloud Master) PC Engine *Brand New Sealed* Magical Chase?

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Gokuraku-Chuka-Taisen-Cloud-Master-PC-Engine-Brand-New-Sealed-Magical-Chase-/310749875122?pt=UK_PC_Video_Games_Video_Games_JS&hash=item485a22cbb2

Magical Chase?

"Magical Chase" is the new "**RARE**".

SuperPlay · 09/22/2013, 02:16 PM

Just waiting for

'Deep Blue Card Only. Not Mint Magical Chase' ;-)

Otaking · 09/22/2013, 02:37 PM

Quote from: SuperPlay on 09/22/2013, 11:58 AMGokuraku Chuka Taisen (Cloud Master) PC Engine *Brand New Sealed* Magical Chase?

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Gokuraku-Chuka-Taisen-Cloud-Master-PC-Engine-Brand-New-Sealed-Magical-Chase-/310749875122?pt=UK_PC_Video_Games_Video_Games_JS&hash=item485a22cbb2

Magical Chase?

It's the question mark that made me do a lol

RoyVegas · 10/02/2013, 11:31 AM

Split personality? Joking or not, it's fail.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/ORIGINAL-TURBO-GRAFX-16-CONSOLE-W-15-GAMES-2-TURBO-STICKS-2-TURBOPADS-/321220590320?pt=Video_Games&hash=item4aca3d3af0#ht_824wt_1237

retroguy · 10/03/2013, 12:35 PM

WTF did I just read?

albatross · 10/08/2013, 11:31 PM

wow! only $9,999.99 (as well as every other thing they have listed) WTF?

http://www.ebay.ca/itm/TURBO-GRAFX-VIDEO-GAME-CONSOLE-VINTAGE-RARE-COMPLETE-PLUG-AND-PLAY-/181235091765?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item2a32740935&_uhb=1

turboswimbz · 10/09/2013, 08:37 AM

Quote from: albatross on 10/08/2013, 11:31 PMwow! only $9,999.99 (as well as every other thing they have listed) WTF?

http://www.ebay.ca/itm/TURBO-GRAFX-VIDEO-GAME-CONSOLE-VINTAGE-RARE-COMPLETE-PLUG-AND-PLAY-/181235091765?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item2a32740935&_uhb=1

I'm guessing that guy is just looking for offers.

NecroPhile · 10/09/2013, 09:33 AM

10 grand isn't a gouge?!?

turboswimbz · 10/09/2013, 10:17 AM

Quote from: guest on 10/09/2013, 09:33 AM10 grand isn't a gouge?!?

each one comes Whit your own platinum nugget?