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$15 for a new game boy? Say it isn't so!

May 4, 2014 at 1:56:12 AM
classyshepard (7)
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So this was listed as a buy it now for $15, plus $4.12 shipping.  It seems too good to be true, but I just clicked buy anyways.  Hoping it's the real thing, if not then still a good deal! =)


Edited: 05/04/2014 at 06:55 AM by NintendoAge Moderator

May 4, 2014 at 2:05:26 AM
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It isn't so.

May 4, 2014 at 4:52:01 AM
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I'd recommend removing the link. Someone may contact the seller and offer more than what you payed.

May 4, 2014 at 6:37:46 AM
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Lol @ op posting link b4 he gets it.

May 4, 2014 at 6:56:33 AM
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I pulled the link for you

May 4, 2014 at 8:59:55 AM
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Yeah, that's true. Thanks for the heads up. The seller did message me saying he'll package the game boy extra carefully and it is under factory sealed. So we shall see.

May 4, 2014 at 11:42:23 AM
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Very nice find OP!

May 4, 2014 at 11:47:37 AM
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When I hear stuff like this nowadays I always have my doubts. So many too good to be true's. I use to take the risk and end up getting screwed or not what I was expecting. Hope the best for you! Good Luck! You could get lucky! Was there even pictures?

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May 4, 2014 at 12:10:26 PM
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Yep, there was a picture. The link got taken down by the admin. I'll keep everyone updated.

May 4, 2014 at 2:13:16 PM
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I saw it while it was up. It doesnt matter if its truly sealed or not. That was a great deal for even a cib.

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May 13, 2014 at 12:34:11 AM
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So... The gameboy arrived.  I'm still surprised at how cheap I got it for.  And it's factory sealed.  Some light wear here and there, but I'm not complaing =D

Here's the link to the original auction:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Game-Boy-Color-Teal-/161295001981?ss...

May 13, 2014 at 12:52:34 AM
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Congrats bud! It worked out for you. Now thats a keeper and nice snag.

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N64 Games Im looking for must be complete and excellent condition or sealed
Transformers Beast Wars Transmetals
International Track & Field 2000

I have sales/trades available in my thread for the games above Im looking for. Check it out!

May 13, 2014 at 2:12:13 AM
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Very nice!

May 13, 2014 at 3:41:53 AM
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I've definitely seen new/cib Game Boy Pocket and Game Boy Color go between $10--$15, sometimes they sell at absolute steals. Nice job.

May 13, 2014 at 6:14:47 AM
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wow.

May 13, 2014 at 9:00:36 AM
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Wow I.....can't believe this worked out. Good for you man! That's a beaut!

May 13, 2014 at 9:55:44 AM
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Wow good job that's impressive. That actually would have even tempted me to buy it and I walked away from GB a few years back.

May 13, 2014 at 10:31:31 AM
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Yep, thanks everyone! It really is a great find! The shipping was amazing too, nice rigid box with bubble wrap and peanuts. It cost around $9 to ship, and they charged $4 shipping. I feel somewhat bad that I should gift a few extra dollars to the seller haha. We'll see.

May 13, 2014 at 10:35:52 AM
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Yeah I really don't understand why this guy sold this item for such a price. Did he forget to add a zero at the end, and just though "Oh well"? Has he not heard of a GBC before and did not research at all? It's just so strange!!! I wouldn't worry about gifting any money though, it just is what it is! Take this win and start looking for the next score!

May 13, 2014 at 11:34:05 AM
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Originally posted by: mattbep

Yeah I really don't understand why this guy sold this item for such a price. Did he forget to add a zero at the end, and just though "Oh well"? Has he not heard of a GBC before and did not research at all? It's just so strange!!! I wouldn't worry about gifting any money though, it just is what it is! Take this win and start looking for the next score!

Yep yep, there are always more great deals out there!  My theory is he probably angered his girlfriend/wife and she listed the gameboy on eBay for dirt cheap to get payback haha.


May 13, 2014 at 12:51:19 PM
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Awesome man! Who cares why it happened. Im just glad it still does!

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