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Telephone Talk => Auction Talk => Topic started by: MagicMo on April 11, 2013, 09:55:34 PM

Title: Bell Sytem car phone on Ebay
Post by: MagicMo on April 11, 2013, 09:55:34 PM
Hello, I out one of my car phones on Ebay. Check it out. I'm not sure how to post the link but this is the title:

      Bell System / Western Electric Car Phone ca. 1977

Thanks!
Mo
Title: Re: Bell Sytem car phone on Ebay
Post by: DavePEI on April 11, 2013, 10:09:43 PM
Quote from: MagicMo on April 11, 2013, 09:55:34 PM
Hello, I out one of my car phones on Ebay. Check it out. I'm not sure how to post the link but this is the title:

     Bell System / Western Electric Car Phone ca. 1977

Thanks!
Mo
http://www.ebay.com/itm/300889398483

Good luck, Maureen!

Dave
Title: Re: Bell Sytem car phone on Ebay
Post by: paul-f on April 11, 2013, 10:27:15 PM
I suspect the phone is nicer than it looks in the photos.  Black phones are a challenge to photograph.

You might try to light the item better and get the photos more in focue.  Try using some of the photo tips here:

  http://www.classicrotaryphones.com/forum/index.php?topic=8999.0

Taking the photos outside in natural light might be another option.

I suspect it will do well in any case, but might do a lot better with stunning photos.
Title: Re: Bell Sytem car phone on Ebay
Post by: MagicMo on April 11, 2013, 11:04:00 PM
Quote from: paul-f on April 11, 2013, 10:27:15 PM
I suspect the phone is nicer than it looks in the photos.  Black phones are a challenge to photograph.

You might try to light the item better and get the photos more in focue.  Try using some of the photo tips here:

 http://www.classicrotaryphones.com/forum/index.php?topic=8999.0

Taking the photos outside in natural light might be another option.

I suspect it will do well in any case, but might do a lot better with stunning photos.

I decided to take pictures in the same spot as the Picturephone. I think the pics look much better. Thanks for the heads up!
Mo
Title: Re: Bell Sytem car phone on Ebay
Post by: MagicMo on April 12, 2013, 11:00:46 PM
Just a question:
Is this a rear seat extension phone that belongs with the one I am selling?? Check it out please.
Thanks
Mo
Title: Re: Bell Sytem car phone on Ebay
Post by: MagicMo on April 12, 2013, 11:04:06 PM
a better pic
Title: Re: Bell Sytem car phone on Ebay
Post by: baldopeacock on April 12, 2013, 11:39:29 PM
Sure looks like it.   The one in the old documentation appears to have an AE dial, otherwise, looks like a match.
Title: Re: Bell Sytem car phone on Ebay
Post by: WesternElectricBen on April 15, 2013, 10:19:03 PM
I wish I had the money....

Title: Re: Bell Sytem car phone on Ebay
Post by: MagicMo on April 17, 2013, 11:29:41 PM
Down to the wire and holding strong. I am taking a guess that it will bring over $400
Mo
Title: Re: Bell Sytem car phone on Ebay
Post by: DavePEI on April 18, 2013, 12:00:52 AM
Quote from: MagicMo on April 17, 2013, 11:29:41 PM
Down to the wire and holding strong. I am taking a guess that it will bring over $400
Mo
Wouldn't be surprised!

Dave
Title: Re: Bell Sytem car phone on Ebay
Post by: AE_Collector on April 18, 2013, 12:09:33 AM
21 hours to go. 35 bids so far from 10 different bidders. Lots of bidders is always good!

Terry
Title: Re: Bell Sytem car phone on Ebay
Post by: MagicMo on April 18, 2013, 09:55:23 PM
I am literally in shock. I can't even describe it in words.
Title: Re: Bell Sytem car phone on Ebay
Post by: DavePEI on April 18, 2013, 10:00:14 PM
Quote from: MagicMo on April 18, 2013, 09:55:23 PM
I am literally in shock. I can't even describe it in words.
Wow, Incredible. Congratulations, Maureen!

http://www.ebay.com/itm/300889398483

Dave
Title: Re: Bell Sytem car phone on Ebay
Post by: kleinkaliber on April 18, 2013, 10:23:01 PM
Wow!!! I was thinking $500. I'll bet you did the happy dance! Congratulations!
Title: Re: Bell Sytem car phone on Ebay
Post by: AE_Collector on April 18, 2013, 10:30:37 PM
42 bids. Final price $2126.99.

I recognise a few of the bidders but not too many of them and don't know who the winner is. I guess maybe more "radio guys" than "phone guys"?

Terry
Title: Re: Bell Sytem car phone on Ebay
Post by: MagicMo on April 18, 2013, 10:53:32 PM
The gentleman who won the auction is a technology entrepreneur.
Title: Re: Bell Sytem car phone on Ebay
Post by: DavePEI on April 18, 2013, 10:59:09 PM
Quote from: MagicMo on April 18, 2013, 10:53:32 PM
The gentleman who won the auction is a technology entrepreneur.
Maybe you should offer him some more of your car phones.. Seriously... He obviously is willing to step up to get them!

Dave
Title: Re: Bell Sytem car phone on Ebay
Post by: kleinkaliber on April 18, 2013, 11:20:57 PM
I can't wait to see/watch what you list next!
Title: Re: Bell Sytem car phone on Ebay
Post by: Greg G. on April 19, 2013, 03:02:33 PM
So did that rear seat extension go with it, or are you selling that separately?
Title: Re: Bell Sytem car phone on Ebay
Post by: MagicMo on April 19, 2013, 05:03:00 PM
Quote from: Brinybay on April 19, 2013, 03:02:33 PM
So did that rear seat extension go with it, or are you selling that separately?

That will be sold separately.
Thanks
Mo
Title: Re: Bell Sytem car phone on Ebay
Post by: LarryInMichigan on April 19, 2013, 05:35:41 PM
Maureen,

I never would have guessed that these things would bring so much.  If you keep this up, you and your husband will have to retire and move to the Caribbean :)

Larry
Title: Re: Bell Sytem car phone on Ebay
Post by: AE40FAN on April 19, 2013, 07:59:24 PM
Looks like your father left you quite the treasure trove.  Must be nice to know they are going to a good home $$$$