The Things People Throw Away

[zeno]

Originally Posted by YamahaFreak

Wait, back up the train...somebody curbed an XBR800?? For the love of...

I lusted over those sets when they cost $4k new..I finally got one a few years ago on Craigslist. $240, clean, low hours, original remote. I'm still looking for the original SU-40XBR8 stand, and a replacement front control panel door/cover. I love this TV; probably the best I've ever owned...

Abt 5 yrs ago customer came in & wanted to dispose of a big Sony &
stand. Figured a 35". Boss told him $35 + $15 for the stand. A few
minutes later I look up & see a 40" XBR on the matching base.
It was hit by lightning. Asked the customer if he wanted us to
estimate it, he said no that he didnt want it, insurance paid
for it anyways. Usually lightning will destroy a modern set.
This time it was just the fuse................
A few phone calls & it was gone, $1500 cash & carry.

BTW when moving one of those beasts strap it to board.
Too much pressure on the bottom will cave it in. Happend to
a shop in my area. We sold a few of them & had a moving co.
put it in the room first then go set it up.

73 Zeno