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Who ever owns them seems to have done a nice restoration job, although I really don't like the removal of all the AC convenience outlets on the 700M
 
The multivoltage model didn't have the convenience outlets...just a cover. But that one doesn't look stock...?
 
For that money,you should be able to get something comparable,and still have money left.Just my opinion.
 
Funny we're saying that about Kenwood gear...I bought my first 700M after it went unsold on eBay for less than $250.
 
The amount of time spent and $ in parts for an in-depth restoration often leads one to sell units at a loss when the time comes.

A restored 700C just sold for $1105 the day these were listed, so they may not be out of the realm of reason for those with deep pockets and 'supreme lust'.
 
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EchoWars said:
Funny we're saying that about Kenwood gear...I bought my first 700M after it went unsold on eBay for less than $250.
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I remember those days fondly...it's amazing how different the used audio market was before images became the norm on all online sales!
 
redcoates7 said:
I remember those days fondly...it's amazing how different the used audio market was before images became the norm on all online sales!
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Is that back when you had to create the auction on a punch card and send it half way across the country to be entered in to a room-sized computer? :D
 
I love my 700M 700C and 700t. The M was restored by EW.
That said one can buy a Conrad Johnson 2200 (200wpc) for about $800-1,000. I have one of those too - it sounds amazing apired with a Dood pre.
Also, one can get a Red Wine integrated (30.2) for a bit over $1000. Not as unique as the 700M (love the looks!) but both are great.
 
If you consider that the restoration job involved in each one of these gems would not cost under, say, $400.00, the asking price is very reasonable.

About a year and a half ago I was offered a 700C for $550 and I regretfully passed. Months later, I paid almost $900 for mine, unrestored. Last week, as xoaphexox pointed out, one was sold for over $1,100. A couple of months ago, a nice set of 700M/C/T was sold for $3,500!

Recent sales statistics show that, for those who are seriously in the market for the 700 series, these are very well withing the market price nowadays.
 
cchean said:
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A couple of months ago, a nice set of 700M/C/T was sold for $3,500!

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I'll bet that those were not even restored, and if so, not to this level. If I had the funds, I would seriously consider this set...:drool:
 
my biggest regret is missing a local stack of 700 m/c/t sold by the original owner (with manuals and fully functional) for $850...
 
cchean said:
If you consider that the restoration job involved in each one of these gems would not cost under, say, $400.00, the asking price is very reasonable.

About a year and a half ago I was offered a 700C for $550 and I regretfully passed. Months later, I paid almost $900 for mine, unrestored. Last week, as xoaphexox pointed out, one was sold for over $1,100. A couple of months ago, a nice set of 700M/C/T was sold for $3,500!

Recent sales statistics show that, for those who are seriously in the market for the 700 series, these are very well withing the market price nowadays.
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Nice market update on the 700's.:thmbsp: I suppose as more new owners lock 700's up in collections, scarcity will only increase. My 700CMT set is solidly on the keepers list. I got my 700M and C for $700 which I thought was a decent deal except for one missing knob. It took two years to find a replacement but it was worth the wait.:yes:
 
xoaphexox said:
Is that back when you had to create the auction on a punch card and send it half way across the country to be entered in to a room-sized computer? :D
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Punch cards? Bah! New fangled tech. Auctions were conducted by carrier pigeon, and payment was sent via the Wells Fargo stagecoach!
 
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