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FIND TIMEX SINCLAIR 1000 COMPUTERS AND EQUIPMENT FOR SALE

The Timex Sinclair 1000 is a vintage home computer, totally cool when it first came out. It was a mini-computer – about like an oversized calculator. It was released in 1982 and was super unique: it was one of the first home computers that was affordable for everyday people. Now, Timex Sinclair 1000 collecting is a more obscure subset of the retro computing world, but very worth it.

How the T/S 1000 worked

The Timex Sinclair 1000 used cassette tapes as its main storage media. So, you’d save your programs and games on tapes, and then load them up later. (And now, of course, doing this is a great way to feel you’re reaching back into tech history.)

The unbelievable price

The Timex Sinclair 1000 was special because it was really cheap – $99, way cheaper than other home computers of its time. This made it super accessible to people who might not have been able to afford a more expensive computer. It led more of the masses into the magical world of 1980s computing.

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Timex Sinclair 1000 collecting and software

There were a bunch of different applications available for the T/S 1000. Some of them were super basic, like a calculator or a notepad. But, there were also more advanced programs available, like games and programming languages.

Was the T/S 1000 perfect?

Well, no. Not even then. Timex Sinclair 1000 collecting always shows new fans that it had its drawbacks. For example, it had a really small amount of memory. It also didn’t have any sound or (really) graphics capabilities, so the games were pretty basic. Part of the charm, of course, nowadays.

The T/S 1000 competition

Though different, it competed to a degree against computers like the Commodore 64 and the Atari 400/800. These computers had more memory and better graphics, but they were also more expensive. Ultimately, they served different consumers.

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Timex Sinclair 1000 collecting now

Nowadays, it can be tough to find hardware and software for the Timex Sinclair 1000. But it’s definitely possible. Websites and online communities are the places to check, and of course eBay.

So, is it fun to collect Timex Sinclair 1000 gear? Absolutely! For vintage technology enthusiasts, there’s just something cool about finding an old computer and getting it up and running again. You might be able to find a decent one for a good price. 

Timex Sinclair 1000 computers and equipment for sale

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Vintage Computer Lot Timex Sinclair 2 16k Ram Modules,​ Book,​ 3 Programs

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Vintage Timex Sinclair 16K RAM Module 1016 - W/Box and instructions for use

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Timex Sinclair 1000 Vintage Personal Computer

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Vtg 1982 Timex Sinclair 1000 Personal Computer w /Box Power Displays On Screen

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