Re: Any interest in Apple IIgs computers?

[Stephen Shaw <xstephenx@apple2.org.za>]

On Thu, 30 Aug 2001 23:12:14 GMT, Mike Pfaiffer wrote:

> Rich Beaudry wrote:
>
>> Hello all,
>>
>> Two local schools in my area are trying to get rid of some Apple IIgs
>> computers.  I found out about this in time to save them from the
>> dumpster.  The total number of computers is somewhere between 50 and
>> 100.
>>
>> I have NOT seen the computers, so I have no idea what shape they are
>> in.  I assume they are dirty, and may have school markings engraved or
>> painted on them.
>>
>> I am going to see them on Tuesday, so I will have a better idea of the
>> details then.
>>
>> I would like to accomplish two things: Get these computers to people
>> that will use them, and make a donation to the schools.
>>
>> Assuming the computers are in working order, complete and functional,
>> and assuming they may need a good cleaning, and may have school
>> markings on them,
>> how many people would be interested in them for $5.00 each + shipping
>> (for those with small fonts, that's FIVE dollars each, plus shipping)?
>>  I live in Massachusetts, USA, ZIP code 01473.
>>
>> Please respond OFF-LIST...
>>
>> And remember, I have NOT seen them yet, so I cannot give any more
>> details than what you see here.  I have no current idea what ROM
>> versions, what cards, or what software might come with these.  I will
>> post a message on Tuesday evening letting all of you know what's up...
>>
>> Your responses will NOT be binding in ANY way ... I'm just trying to
>> gauge general interest...
>>
>> Rich B.
>
> 	Our local group here in Winnipeg was given a bunch from one school
> and offered another from a different school. We were able to distribute
> them free to low income people within the space of a couple of hours. They
> were glad to have them. Perhaps you could do the same. Alternatively you
> could check out some special education schools in your area. They may
> want to take them.
>
> 				Later
> 				Mike
>
The South African Apple II Users Group is a very low income group. Our exchange
rate is (South African Rand) R8.54/US$. Twenty years ago it was US$0.70/R1.00. 
:-)
More seriously we are envious of you lucky devils over there who pick up things
we would drool over. 
But the shipping costs would exceed the purchase price (sigh).


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