Hi, I'm new to the group. I recently acquired a new in open box JVC PC-6. I'm interested in seeing what something like this would sell for. I haven't tested it. I don't want to take it from new to used and possibly damage it. I see some PC-5 units listed in similar condition for as much as $4000 and Google gives estimate value from $2500 to $3500. Any information would be appreciated. Thanks
JVC PC-6 Boombox New In Open Box
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goodman
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Hello. The fact that it is new and unused is good.
But so many years have passed since it was manufactured.
During that time, all the rubber parts like belts and the like have become obsolete.
Whoever buys it will have to open it and repair it.
At the prices you have indicated, I doubt you will be able to sell it.
Post an ad on eBay and you will find out what the interest is.
But so many years have passed since it was manufactured.
During that time, all the rubber parts like belts and the like have become obsolete.
Whoever buys it will have to open it and repair it.
At the prices you have indicated, I doubt you will be able to sell it.
Post an ad on eBay and you will find out what the interest is.
Ken
Member (SA)
We have lost so much here on the site.
71Spud could have told you everything you need to know about anything to do with this JVC PC series.
The PC-6 has eq AND bass/treble controls, it is the top of the line JVC 3 piece boombox from the late 70s to early 80s, and upgraded version of the PC-3. The PC-5 is actually a 5 piece. The 3 & 5 have just bass and treble knobs, these three boomboxes are as good as it gets.
Youre question seems to indicate that you are basically only interested in flipping boxes. What goodman is politely trying to tell you is that new-in-box these days is probably less valuable than completely %100 mechanically and cosmetically perfect . You are eventually going to have to buy, repair, and sell boomboxes to make any real money on them because simply horse trading has its limits and is time consuming enough to be a black hole of diminishing returns.
imho
71Spud could have told you everything you need to know about anything to do with this JVC PC series.
The PC-6 has eq AND bass/treble controls, it is the top of the line JVC 3 piece boombox from the late 70s to early 80s, and upgraded version of the PC-3. The PC-5 is actually a 5 piece. The 3 & 5 have just bass and treble knobs, these three boomboxes are as good as it gets.
Youre question seems to indicate that you are basically only interested in flipping boxes. What goodman is politely trying to tell you is that new-in-box these days is probably less valuable than completely %100 mechanically and cosmetically perfect . You are eventually going to have to buy, repair, and sell boomboxes to make any real money on them because simply horse trading has its limits and is time consuming enough to be a black hole of diminishing returns.
imho
Ken
Member (SA)
There is no such thing as new-in-open-box.
Once the box has been opened it is no longer new-in-box, and you cannot prove it is not just merely used. That’s why if it’s still in the original plastic wrapping around the outside of the cardboard an item is more valuable as the item is still sealed.
i hate to be the one to break it to you, this boombox is now just considered used.
Once the box has been opened it is no longer new-in-box, and you cannot prove it is not just merely used. That’s why if it’s still in the original plastic wrapping around the outside of the cardboard an item is more valuable as the item is still sealed.
i hate to be the one to break it to you, this boombox is now just considered used.
The fact that this is all it's original packaging and in pristine condition with no yellowing or speaker degradation is far different from a used condition Boombox. Replacing rotted belts is a common thing and not wanting to test the tape player to avoid seizing the motor seems pretty reasonable. I respect your opinion but I strongly believe this Boombox is more valuable than what you're implying.
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The fact that this is all it's original packaging and in pristine condition with no yellowing or speaker degradation is far different from a used condition Boombox. Replacing rotted belts is a common thing and not wanting to test the tape player to avoid seizing the motor seems pretty reasonable. I respect your opinion but I strongly believe this Boombox is more valuable than what you're implying.
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The fact that this is all it's original packaging and in pristine condition with no yellowing or speaker degradation is far different from a used condition Boombox. Replacing rotted belts is a common thing and not wanting to test the tape player to avoid seizing the motor seems pretty reasonable. I respect your opinion but I strongly believe this Boombox is more valuable than what you're implying.
Tinman
Member (SA)
Yeah, only way you're going to know is to post it for sale.
You can auction it and set a higher reserve and that would give you an idea of what people are willing to pay.
You can also post it for sale and start it at $3500 (or whatever) and drop it every now and then until it sells.
It might take you a while.
I saw a used (but in nice shape) M90 recently sold for $2500 + shipping on the bay.
That was an auction.
That got me thinking that I might want to sell my M90s.
You can auction it and set a higher reserve and that would give you an idea of what people are willing to pay.
You can also post it for sale and start it at $3500 (or whatever) and drop it every now and then until it sells.
It might take you a while.
I saw a used (but in nice shape) M90 recently sold for $2500 + shipping on the bay.
That was an auction.
That got me thinking that I might want to sell my M90s.
goodman
Member (SA)
Yes, that's the right way to do it. That's something the buyer should do once they receive the boombox. Good luck with the sale.
caution
Member (SA)
Agreed. Buyers will prefer a unit that hasn't been opened and tampered with by the owner. It's not wise to assume the seller will open it, replace belts (or whatever) and reassemble it without putting everything back properly and not mess up something else in the process