New to the Forums -- Finally am ready to get my TG16 back & my TG16 story

[esteban]

All excellent suggestions here. I definitely am checking up on this stuff tonight. I've done a good amount of research already, but you guys have shown me that there's alot more to look into. Its awesome that alot if people relate to my story but also like it. I'm known for being extremely over descripted, but I just had to tell ny TG16 story thoroughly and in It's entirety. I'm gonna try and contact a few of you guys tonight or tomorrow. I hope that's cool. Thanks again!

It is hard to communicate, with words, all the sincere feelings of excitement during moments like the one you described (finally getting TG-16)... but even the jaded bastards here know what it is like to finally find something for TG-16/PCE.



MY TWO CENTS:

Don't hate me, but get TED.

Now, I own lots of hardware and games, but I am going to shift to using Turbo EverDrive (TED) for future games I don't currently own.

I've owned the damn TED for a long time (2 years?), but I have yet to set it up.

I mention TED because I think your best plan is to buy cheap games (because it's fun), but not to purchase stupid expensive titles.

Just a thought.

[TR0N]

Welcome to the site.Id,suggest a modded pce-duo that's been recapped and you're set.It doesn't hurt to buy a turbo everdrive either. The TED will let you play the more expensive games on hucards plus fan translations to.

[Glokas]

I'm definitely going to do the Everdrive. I mean, not only for all the unique stuff but I don't think ill ever be able to afford Magical Chase! Several people on here have suggested that, along with a re capped PCE Duo, which is a great idea. I'm definitely going to get at least a standard TG16 for that childhood nostalgic feel. I have so many Retro consoles left over from my youth, it'll fit in like it had never disappeared.

[Glokas]

Man, I have this guy on eBay that has the TG16, controller and all the hookups. Plus he has 14 games with it and most of em are with the cases. He has Bonk, Splatterhouse, Ninja Spirit, R Type, Blazing Lazers, and a bunch other. I made an offer a week ago and he said he is willing to take $275 for it. What do you guys think? He says the system works and is in good condition,  it you never know with that stuff. I just figured id throw that out there on this thread since everyone has been so amazingly helpful from day one. I'm really loving this site, I feel right at home.

[tbone3969]

Man, I have this guy on eBay that has the TG16, controller and all the hookups. Plus he has 14 games with it and most of em are with the cases. He has Bonk, Splatterhouse, Ninja Spirit, R Type, Blazing Lazers, and a bunch other. I made an offer a week ago and he said he is willing to take $275 for it. What do you guys think? He says the system works and is in good condition,  it you never know with that stuff. I just figured id throw that out there on this thread since everyone has been so amazingly helpful from day one. I'm really loving this site, I feel right at home.

Link it here.  Depends on condition and if games are CIC or CIB.

[Necromancer]

Assuming the other 9 games aren't all Keith Courage and TV Sports titles, that sounds like a decent deal.

[Glokas]

Here's that link:

http://m.ebay.com/itm/TurboGrafx-16-Console-w-14-Games-RARE-COLLECTIBLE-/262819267104?nav=BUYING_BEST_OFFERS

[tbone3969]

Here's that link:

http://m.ebay.com/itm/TurboGrafx-16-Console-w-14-Games-RARE-COLLECTIBLE-/262819267104?nav=BUYING_BEST_OFFERS

Thanks.  I just bought it.

[Necromancer]

All games and system were tested and played, some games you need to turn the on off switch a couple times but they work....

**All items are sold *AS IS - *UNTESTED unless other wise noted.

Coupled with the 85% New! condition shown in the pics, that statement is rather scary.  It might still be a good deal, needing nothing but a simple cleaning, but it's a gamble.

[Glokas]

See, I'm not 100% set on spending that much on the TG16, but it has all those games and he was willing to take an offer from me though.

Tbone: Great Troll post!

[Glokas]

Ok. So he is willing to give it to me for almost $100 less than his BIN, cause I've been talking to him back and forth for a few days. He seems like a genuine dude. I like to refurb stuff, so I'm hoping that would be all it needs.

[tbone3969]

See, I'm not 100% set on spending that much on the TG16, but it has all those games and he was willing to take an offer from me though.

Tbone: Great Troll post!

I'm just bustin your chops lol.  It is a good starter lot if you ask me.  Offer $175.  You never know.

[Glokas]

Alright guys. I know I'm soaking my own thread here but I made, what I think, was a great deal with him. We talked back and forth a bit and I explained how much I love TG16 and gave him a little back story of my history with that amazing console. He seem to relate to me and actually wanted it to go to someone that appreciated it as he did. It was his console growing up. Not everything is perfect on it and I'm going to refurbish everything myself and maybe check out some mods or recap services through some of the awesome people on this site. So, all that being said, he gave it to me for $260 with free shipping. I just couldn't pass it up. It had so many of my favorite games and the console and all that looks decent, Plus it'll be a fun project I think.
.                                                   Do you all think it was a good buy? You know, considering everything it came with and the fact that I like to refurbish my own Retro Consoles? Everyone here has been so cool and helpful all in just a single day of being a part of this site. I really wanted to possibly spend my money with someone here, but this deal was just so good, it was almost tailored specifically for me. I went a little over budget cause I was only looking to get the Console itself right now and maybe a game or 2. This was worth it to me though. Thanks so much for all the input, I love reading everyones replies!

[Desh]

Ok. So he is willing to give it to me for almost $100 less than his BIN, cause I've been talking to him back and forth for a few days. He seems like a genuine dude. I like to refurb stuff, so I'm hoping that would be all it needs.

Auction ended, did you end up buying it?  If so I may have a spare back cover I would give you since you came, introduced yourself and provided an awesome story of your experience with the console instead of making a bunch of WTB Magical Chase for $10 type threads in the for sale section.

[Glokas]

I figured that Tbone. It's cool. Ball busting just makes me feel like part of the family. I initially tried $200, just to gauge where his line was set and originally he didn't wanna go under $275, but after a few rounds of messages, he went $260 shipped.