Where can I find an Imac G4 for cheap?

Collin973 · Jun 1, 2006

Greetings!

Lately, I've been looking around for an Imac G4 (the flat screen version) on places like ebay, but I was wondering if any one knew a place to find one for only like $200 or less (since I'm a college student = no money!!). See, I don't own a mac yet and I've been patiently waiting the release of the Macbook Pro rev b's and I want a mac to hold me over till then. I love the G4 form factor. It's amazing. So please let me know if you know of any where I can find one for not so much cash.

Thanks,
CP

Eidorian · Jun 1, 2006

You're not going to find one for $200 unless somone is dumping it. I'd say the minimum if you're lucky it $350-400.

http://www.lowendmac.com/imac/deals.html

tobefirst ⚽️ · Jun 1, 2006

I seriously doubt you'll be able to find them for less than $200, unfortunately. The iMac G4s are holding their value decently because of the unique form factore. People are willing to spend more than the components are worth just to get the 'look.' If you're looking to find a mac for less than $200, I think you'll be relegated to an early eMac at best.

I wish you the best of luck in finding one, though!

Collin973 · Jun 1, 2006

I know hoping for around 200 dollars is a bit of a dream and I understand their going for a lot more than that, but I'd still appreciate it if any one had any info. Thanks alot for the posts. I appreciate it greatly!!

-CP

7on · Jun 1, 2006

G3 iMacs tend to run in the $150 range for a comparison.

Eidorian · Jun 1, 2006

7on said:
G3 iMacs tend to run in the $150 range for a comparison.

The OS X experience isn't as good on them though. The lack of the Velocity Engine and Quartz Extreme are real performance killers.

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