Seattle-area computer recycler.. saves classic hardware?

[Josh Dersch]

Gene Buckle wrote:
>> Somebody who knows something about classic equipment is obviously 
>> working there, as the stuff is getting as close to the "white glove" 
>> treatment as you could possibly give it in that environment.  I did 
>> not see anything similar in the other Re-PC store "downtown".
>>
>> Just something interesting to share...
>
> I agree.  Last month I picked up a complete IBM PC/XT system, and mean 
> _complete_.  The system consisted of the IBM PC/XT (5160), the IBM 
> 5152 printer (with stand), the IBM 5153 CGA color display and the 
> keyboard.
> It also included an IBM RS-232 and IBM printer cables.  The kicker was 
> that it's all in the original boxes with original packing.  It had DOS 
> 2.0 on the HD and from the file dates, was last used in 1985.  It's 
> also a low serial# machine - It's in the mid 95,000 range.  The 
> machine and accessories are in pristine condition as well.  Cost 
> $200.  They also had a working 5155 (portable) a few weeks prior to my 
> purchase that was priced at $35.
>
I'll second (or third) that.  Went there this weekend and picked up the 
following:

- TRS 80 Model II + external disk unit (w/2 drives) + software & 
documentation sets.  Works!
- Wang 2256-C terminal (needs work)
- Panasonic JR-200U computer (6802 CPU, I think, color graphics... never 
seen one before)
- A BASF 9-track tape (just couldn't pass it up, even though I have no 
9-track drive :))

Total cost: $80.  I consider that a pretty good deal, all things considered.

FYI -- There's another Model II there w/drive unit, but it's labeled as 
needing repair.  $6.95.


- Josh