Atari Tempest $50 ... Good deal ?

[y2k600f4]

I am in the search for a console and parts for my multi-arcade project. I have yet decided on the specifics such as monitor etc but like my previous post I want an older cabinet to maintain the nostalgia and do as little modifications as possible with the addition of such items as custom controls etc.

Anyway I have the opportunity to purchase a midway Arch Rivals basketball and atari tempest for $100 for both..  which comes to $50 each. Both currently are not working. Coin doors are include and (1) has the coin box (don't know which one). I was told both are in "good" shape probably with some scratches etc.

I have to make a decision shortly, so any suggestions would greatly be appreciated !!!!!!!!

[sirwoogie]

Without inspection of the equipment, it's hard to know what you'd get. But, if it's not an inconvenience to you to get them, $100 for a buy is not bad. That way if it's a total bust, at least you're not out much other than your time and a Benjamin.

Why are they not working?

[SirPeale]

A complete Tempest for $50?  Run, do not walk, and buy it.  Do not gut it.  Fix it up.

Hey, do you live in NC?

[ChadTower]

If he passes up a $50 Tempest I'll slap him from here. 

If he MAMEs it I'll do it again.

Dude, buy the Tempest if you have to build a way to get it home out of old skateboards.

[y2k600f4]

I just want to clarify regarding this post and any other related posts. I just want to say I am new to this, even though I have spent years playing arcade games, I have never owned nor built one or restored any. I have done lots of reading on BYOAC and other sites across the internet. I am familiar with the classics and Video Arcade Preservation Society and would never in anyway destroy a classic. I was just checking out some other posts that did some work on some Tempest consoles (conversions etc). I apologize if anybody got the wrong idea. I hope I can still utilize this site for its many resources and hopefully one day contribute in some way. Thank you.

[FrizzleFried]

Where do you live?  I'd pay you DOUBLE for that Tempest!  $100 cold hard cash...right now...and I'd dive to go get the damn thing.

[CheffoJeffo]

Are they complete (e.g. have all of the parts, including boards, controls and monitors) and not working or are they stripped cabs with coin doors ?

[Kevin Mullins]

If that Tempest is an all original with it's original XY stuff and spiner still i it, not a hacked up JAMMA conversion or something, then ya damn well better pick it up for $50.00 !!!