Landed a Sony Betamax Model SL-7200

[RCAkid]

Hey guys,

I just got back from Indianapolis where I was fortunate to pick up a G-2000 and the matching Dimensia III stereo as well as a 19" Arvin Mini Console and a Panasonic 19" Mini Console.

I know, I know....pics will be coming soon but in a different thread for the tv's.

The fellow that had the G-2000 also had a Sony SL-7200 Betamax, in the box as well as the matching timer...also in the box. He was the original owner of the tv, stereo and vcr & timer.

He asked me if I wanted them and....of course I did but I really couldn't think of what this thing was worth. I didn't just want to do the thrift store thing and totally low ball it but didn't want to go over the top either. He let me bring them home and I told him I would talk to my VK buddies and get the opinion on a value of some sort.

Yes, yes, pics will come shortly. However, the unit is in beautiful condition as well as the timer. The original owner said it still powered up but the tape mechanism wasn't working (no surprise there). The thing has been stored in its original box for years and looks like it is virtually new.

He even had the orignal receipt for it which he gave to me. In the late 70's he paid over $1000 for it. But now, beyond $10, $15, $20 bucks, etc, I don't know what might the value be. I just know I am glad to have it.

So, I promise him I would put it out here for opinion on a value for it so I can pay him a fair price for it.

Any thoughts on this machine would be greatly appreciated.