VINTAGE 1985 APPLE MACINTOSH 512K – ORIGINAL PICASSO BOX & ACCESSORIES
Original 1985 Apple Macintosh 512K computer (Model M0001W) with its original-era Picasso-style retail packaging, keyboard, mouse, software, manuals, and vintage Apple promotional memorabilia.
An impressive early Macintosh collector's package featuring matching computer/box production identification and keyboard and mouse manufactured during the same week as the computer. It was even packed with crumpled up San Jose Mercury Newspaper from Sept 1986!
MATCHING COMPUTER & ORIGINAL BOX IDENTIFICATION
Computer Serial Number: F51264NM0001WOriginal Box Identification: F51264NM2512
Both share the identical production identifier F51264N, strongly suggesting this is the original factory box for this particular Macintosh.
The different suffixes represent Apple's Macintosh 512K hardware model (M0001W) and retail sales model (M2512).
ORIGINAL KEYBOARD & MOUSE
Apple Macintosh Keyboard – Model M0110Serial Number: G512M011000524
Apple Macintosh Mouse – Model M0100Serial Number: G512M010006196
The computer, keyboard, and mouse all have serial numbers consistent with manufacture during the 12th week of 1985 (March 1985).
These are the correct early Apple accessories for this Macintosh and may be the original components sold together.
INCLUDED ITEMS
• Apple Macintosh 512K Computer (M0001W)• Original Picasso-Style Macintosh Retail Box• Original Styrofoam Packaging Inserts• Apple M0110 Macintosh Keyboard• Apple M0100 Macintosh Mouse• Original Mouse Packaging• Original Keyboard Packaging• Original Macintosh Software/Accessory Case• Original Macintosh System Disk and Additional Floppy Disks• Original Macintosh Manuals and Documentation• Vintage Apple "Test Drive a Macintosh" Promotional Storage Case• Two Vintage Rainbow Apple Computer Logo Decals
TEST DRIVE A MACINTOSH PROMOTIONAL CASE
Also included is a vintage white Apple-branded plastic storage case embossed with the Apple logo and "Test drive a Macintosh."
This case features a hinged design with internal storage compartments and is associated with Apple's early Macintosh promotional era.
Inside are two colorful rainbow Apple Computer logo decals stored in a protective plastic sleeve.
These additional vintage Apple promotional items make this an especially interesting collector's package.
CONDITION & TESTING
• Macintosh powers on and displays the flashing floppy disk icon.• Internal floppy drive does not accept disks, preventing the computer from booting.• Original Apple mouse has been tested and works.• Keyboard is untested.• Software and floppy disks are untested.• Computer exterior is in good vintage cosmetic condition with minor discoloration and age-related wear.• Original Picasso retail box has significant storage wear, including staining, creases, tears, and tape repairs.• Promotional case shows some age-related wear and discoloration.• Please review all photographs for exact condition and contents.
COLLECTOR INFORMATION
The Macintosh 512K was introduced in 1984 as Apple's upgraded version of the original Macintosh 128K.
This particular example dates to March 1985 and retains an unusually extensive collection of original-era packaging, accessories, software, and promotional materials.
The matching computer/box production identification and same-week manufacturing dates on the keyboard and mouse are particularly noteworthy.
Sold as partially tested and not fully operational due to the floppy drive issue. Offered for vintage computer collecting, display, or restoration.
Please examine all photographs carefully. Everything pictured is included.
