Questions about old game prices / ebay?

Kolzig · 09-05-2006, 12:39 PM

I've started to sell some of my games, but I don't exactly know how to price them, this one guy wants to buy my Ultima VII: Serpent Isle game with all the extras and the box etc. in very good condition.

How much should I ask for it?

I do have many other games that I have no idea how to price them.

I'd really appreciate all the help you can give me.

MdaG · 09-05-2006, 02:09 PM

If they're in good condition with all extras and the box and everything I'd say that you could get around €100 for it if you find the right market.
At least get €50 for it. Problem is finding a buyer. But as I see it, old "good" games are worth at least what they costed at the time of when they were new.

MDMaster · 09-11-2006, 01:25 AM

Hey Kolzing, anything interesting to offer?

Anyway, take a good look around eBay to know the general prices of old games. Of course keep in mind that if a game is nowhere to be found, it doesn't mean it will catch high prices. Maybe yes, maybe not.

Kolzig · 09-11-2006, 02:37 AM

Hey, could some mod add to this thread title that this is questions about ebay too. I'd like to know about ebay policies and such if I put stuff there, do I have to pay them something etc.?

I got Ultima VII and Serpent Isle sold, for a fairly good price, I'm not going to say what it was but let me just say that I'm very, very satisfied.

Well, now that you asked MDMaster, I've got all sorts of stuff that I'm supposed to sell as soon as I just can make lazy myself to work on some sale texts etc.

For example:

Syberia I&II, Runaway, Fahrenheit, X-wing vs. Tie Fighter and the add on campaign Balance of Power, King's Quest 1 VGA, Quest for Glory II, Rebel Assault, Rebel Assault II, Terra Nova, Blue Force, Flight Unlimited II, Beneath a Steel Sky, Alone in the Dark...

and about 50 other games, all in their original boxes, and mostly everything is in mint condition or near mint.

MDMaster · 09-11-2006, 02:55 AM

If you want, you can work up a list and send it to me via PM, I'm definitely interested in old games, I've been wanting to get my hands on a Beneath a steel sky! (although it doesn't catch that high prices on eBay, I always forget about it) Let me know

So, yes, you would have to pay eBay a fee based on your auction and the prices they get. Also, there's the slight problem of feedbacks and payment; most eBayers would want to pay you with paypal, at least if they're not from your country, and that would add more fees. Also, having zero feedback is a bit of a problem when selling things at high prices, I usually tend to avoid unexperienced eBay sellers, but maybe not everyone acts that way.

Kolzig · 09-11-2006, 04:03 AM

Well zero feedback isn't a problem with me, I've got almost 100 positive feedbacks and 0 negative ones on my record.

(though, everything is from buying stuff)

I'll have to think about that list thing.

MDMaster · 09-11-2006, 06:51 AM

Ah sorry, thought you didn't have a eBay id. Then you should be ok, nobody minds about 'buyer' feedbacks, at least I don't

Let me know about the list, I'm definitely interested and we could work out a fair deal, never bought anything from Finland hehe.

Kolzig · 09-17-2006, 11:22 AM

I put the list to my sig.

It contains PC, Dreamcast and Saturn games, I do have several other PC games that are going to be sold, but I need to at least try them before I sell them...

Marian · 09-17-2006, 12:41 PM

Don't sell yourself short on Beavis and Butthead Virtual Stupidity; that one seems to have gotten scarce. Here's a listing on eBay right now:

http://cgi.ebay.com/Beavis-and-Butth...QQcmdZViewItem

Whether or not anyone will actually PAY that for it is an open question, of course, but I would definitely price this one higher than some of the others on your list.

EvoG · 09-17-2006, 12:50 PM

My god, you can make a killing on mint-in-box games...but why are you selling?! As a collector myself, seeing you sell this makes me sad for you, at the same time happy for collectors like me.

Kolzig · 09-17-2006, 01:02 PM

I'm selling them and lots of other stuff, because I'm bored with games.
I don't play games that much anymore and I don't want to own this much stuff, I just realized that during the summer.

Mostly the only stuff I still value really highly is the LucasArts adventures before EfMI, some various Sierra games and some other classics (AitD, Doom 2, Quake...)

Also, because I'm searching for a new apartment and I don't want to take all this stuff with me.

I should just propably put all this stuff in ebay, but I'm lazy.

RLacey · 09-17-2006, 03:10 PM

I'd guess that you'll make a fair amount on X-Wing vs Tie Fighter, the Darkseed games and Return to Krondor. Or you could send them all to me for free. Because you know how good a friend I've been to you, right?

Gonchi · 09-18-2006, 05:53 AM

I'm interested in a bunch of stuff from your list Kolzig, so let me know when you're putting them on ebay.

mrdriller · 09-18-2006, 05:57 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by RLacey

I'd guess that you'll make a fair amount on X-Wing vs Tie Fighter, the Darkseed games and Return to Krondor. Or you could send them all to me for free. Because you know how good a friend I've been to you, right?

Actually X-Wing vs. Tie Fighter isn't all that rare, seeing as you can still purchase it new from cdaccess. http://www.cdaccess.com/html/quick/xvstiepr.htm

RLacey · 09-18-2006, 01:25 PM

It's fairly expensive to get hold of in the UK. Trust me on that.

mrdriller · 09-18-2006, 02:07 PM

Oh I believe you. I was just pointing out that it's available, at least in the US, for a decent price. (For how long remains to be seen.)

undeaf · 09-18-2006, 02:12 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by RLacey

It's fairly expensive to get hold of in the UK. Trust me on that.

Then the logical thing to do would be to buy copies of it where it's cheaper and sell them in the UK. Are there any duties/taxes on that, maybe there are some ways to avoid them, like maybe shipping it from canada?

09-05-2006, 12:39 PM	#1
Kolzig The Reggienator Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Vaasa, Finland Posts: 5,519	Questions about old game prices / ebay? I've started to sell some of my games, but I don't exactly know how to price them, this one guy wants to buy my Ultima VII: Serpent Isle game with all the extras and the box etc. in very good condition. How much should I ask for it? I do have many other games that I have no idea how to price them. I'd really appreciate all the help you can give me. Share Share this post on Twitter __________________ "The old standby, that never got old in the first place. We come back to them weekly, nightly, for hours at a time--and they always deliver. They are pure, timeless, and often taken for granted." - Nick Breckon - Shacknews My gamesale list updated 26.8.2007 Hey, dear people please buy my games, I need money to conquer Europe! Or do something similar. Last edited by Kolzig; 09-05-2006 at 12:54 PM.

09-05-2006, 02:09 PM	#2
MdaG Master of time and space Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Sverige Posts: 1,480	If they're in good condition with all extras and the box and everything I'd say that you could get around €100 for it if you find the right market. At least get €50 for it. Problem is finding a buyer. But as I see it, old "good" games are worth at least what they costed at the time of when they were new. Share Share this post on Twitter

09-11-2006, 01:25 AM	#3
MDMaster Evil Webmaster Join Date: Jun 2004 Posts: 1,037	Hey Kolzing, anything interesting to offer? Anyway, take a good look around eBay to know the general prices of old games. Of course keep in mind that if a game is nowhere to be found, it doesn't mean it will catch high prices. Maybe yes, maybe not. Share Share this post on Twitter __________________ Pushed back to square Now that you've kneed her In the throat So there you go

09-11-2006, 02:37 AM	#4
Kolzig The Reggienator Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Vaasa, Finland Posts: 5,519	Hey, could some mod add to this thread title that this is questions about ebay too. I'd like to know about ebay policies and such if I put stuff there, do I have to pay them something etc.? I got Ultima VII and Serpent Isle sold, for a fairly good price, I'm not going to say what it was but let me just say that I'm very, very satisfied. Well, now that you asked MDMaster, I've got all sorts of stuff that I'm supposed to sell as soon as I just can make lazy myself to work on some sale texts etc. For example: Syberia I&II, Runaway, Fahrenheit, X-wing vs. Tie Fighter and the add on campaign Balance of Power, King's Quest 1 VGA, Quest for Glory II, Rebel Assault, Rebel Assault II, Terra Nova, Blue Force, Flight Unlimited II, Beneath a Steel Sky, Alone in the Dark... and about 50 other games, all in their original boxes, and mostly everything is in mint condition or near mint. Share Share this post on Twitter __________________ "The old standby, that never got old in the first place. We come back to them weekly, nightly, for hours at a time--and they always deliver. They are pure, timeless, and often taken for granted." - Nick Breckon - Shacknews My gamesale list updated 26.8.2007 Hey, dear people please buy my games, I need money to conquer Europe! Or do something similar. Last edited by Kolzig; 09-11-2006 at 02:45 AM.

09-11-2006, 02:55 AM	#5
MDMaster Evil Webmaster Join Date: Jun 2004 Posts: 1,037	If you want, you can work up a list and send it to me via PM, I'm definitely interested in old games, I've been wanting to get my hands on a Beneath a steel sky! (although it doesn't catch that high prices on eBay, I always forget about it) Let me know So, yes, you would have to pay eBay a fee based on your auction and the prices they get. Also, there's the slight problem of feedbacks and payment; most eBayers would want to pay you with paypal, at least if they're not from your country, and that would add more fees. Also, having zero feedback is a bit of a problem when selling things at high prices, I usually tend to avoid unexperienced eBay sellers, but maybe not everyone acts that way. Share Share this post on Twitter __________________ Pushed back to square Now that you've kneed her In the throat So there you go

09-11-2006, 04:03 AM	#6
Kolzig The Reggienator Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Vaasa, Finland Posts: 5,519	Well zero feedback isn't a problem with me, I've got almost 100 positive feedbacks and 0 negative ones on my record. (though, everything is from buying stuff) I'll have to think about that list thing. Share Share this post on Twitter __________________ "The old standby, that never got old in the first place. We come back to them weekly, nightly, for hours at a time--and they always deliver. They are pure, timeless, and often taken for granted." - Nick Breckon - Shacknews My gamesale list updated 26.8.2007 Hey, dear people please buy my games, I need money to conquer Europe! Or do something similar.

09-11-2006, 06:51 AM	#7
MDMaster Evil Webmaster Join Date: Jun 2004 Posts: 1,037	Ah sorry, thought you didn't have a eBay id. Then you should be ok, nobody minds about 'buyer' feedbacks, at least I don't Let me know about the list, I'm definitely interested and we could work out a fair deal, never bought anything from Finland hehe. Share Share this post on Twitter __________________ Pushed back to square Now that you've kneed her In the throat So there you go

09-17-2006, 11:22 AM	#8
Kolzig The Reggienator Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Vaasa, Finland Posts: 5,519	I put the list to my sig. It contains PC, Dreamcast and Saturn games, I do have several other PC games that are going to be sold, but I need to at least try them before I sell them... Share Share this post on Twitter __________________ "The old standby, that never got old in the first place. We come back to them weekly, nightly, for hours at a time--and they always deliver. They are pure, timeless, and often taken for granted." - Nick Breckon - Shacknews My gamesale list updated 26.8.2007 Hey, dear people please buy my games, I need money to conquer Europe! Or do something similar.

09-17-2006, 12:41 PM	#9
Marian Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: near Yosemite in California Posts: 245	Don't sell yourself short on Beavis and Butthead Virtual Stupidity; that one seems to have gotten scarce. Here's a listing on eBay right now: http://cgi.ebay.com/Beavis-and-Butth...QQcmdZViewItem Whether or not anyone will actually PAY that for it is an open question, of course, but I would definitely price this one higher than some of the others on your list. Share Share this post on Twitter

09-17-2006, 12:50 PM	#10
EvoG FlipFrame Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Chicago Posts: 471	My god, you can make a killing on mint-in-box games...but why are you selling?! As a collector myself, seeing you sell this makes me sad for you, at the same time happy for collectors like me. Share Share this post on Twitter

09-17-2006, 01:02 PM	#11
Kolzig The Reggienator Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Vaasa, Finland Posts: 5,519	I'm selling them and lots of other stuff, because I'm bored with games. I don't play games that much anymore and I don't want to own this much stuff, I just realized that during the summer. Mostly the only stuff I still value really highly is the LucasArts adventures before EfMI, some various Sierra games and some other classics (AitD, Doom 2, Quake...) Also, because I'm searching for a new apartment and I don't want to take all this stuff with me. I should just propably put all this stuff in ebay, but I'm lazy. Share Share this post on Twitter __________________ "The old standby, that never got old in the first place. We come back to them weekly, nightly, for hours at a time--and they always deliver. They are pure, timeless, and often taken for granted." - Nick Breckon - Shacknews My gamesale list updated 26.8.2007 Hey, dear people please buy my games, I need money to conquer Europe! Or do something similar. Last edited by Kolzig; 09-17-2006 at 01:07 PM.

09-17-2006, 03:10 PM	#12
RLacey The Thread™ will die. Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: United Kingdom Posts: 22,542	I'd guess that you'll make a fair amount on X-Wing vs Tie Fighter, the Darkseed games and Return to Krondor. Or you could send them all to me for free. Because you know how good a friend I've been to you, right? Share Share this post on Twitter __________________ RLacey \| Killer of the Thread™ I do not change to be perfect. Perfect changes to be me.

09-18-2006, 05:53 AM	#13
Gonchi Adventure Game Elitist Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Uruguay Posts: 831	I'm interested in a bunch of stuff from your list Kolzig, so let me know when you're putting them on ebay. Share Share this post on Twitter __________________ Currently Playing: Heroes of Might and Magic III: Armageddon's Blade Currently Reading: Guards! Guards! "El tiempo me enseñó que la miseria es culpa de los hombres miserables; que la justicia tarda y nunca llega pero es la pesadilla del culpable." - Lo Que El Tiempo Me Enseñó

09-18-2006, 01:25 PM	#15
RLacey The Thread™ will die. Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: United Kingdom Posts: 22,542	It's fairly expensive to get hold of in the UK. Trust me on that. Share Share this post on Twitter __________________ RLacey \| Killer of the Thread™ I do not change to be perfect. Perfect changes to be me.

09-18-2006, 02:07 PM	#16
mrdriller I've come for the fork! Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Alabama Posts: 155	Oh I believe you. I was just pointing out that it's available, at least in the US, for a decent price. (For how long remains to be seen.) Share Share this post on Twitter

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