Vintage IBM Personal Computer Model 5150 with IBM 5153 Color Display, Keyboard, Joysticks, IBM Manuals, Diagnostics Disk & Original Boxes
Bring home a true piece of computing history! This listing is for a vintage IBM Personal Computer (Model 5150) complete with the IBM 5153 Color Monitor, original IBM keyboard, dual joysticks, IBM reference manuals, IBM Diagnostics floppy disk, and the original IBM shipping boxes – making this a rare and highly collectible set.
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Item Details
- Computer: IBM Personal Computer XT – Model 5150 (Made in USA)
- Approx. Dimensions Boxed: 24" W × 20" D × 18" H
- Approx. Weight: 38 lbs
- Monitor: IBM Color Display – Model 5153 (Made in Taiwan, R.O.C.)
- Approx. Dimensions Boxed: 20” W × 20" D × 15" H
- Approx. Weight: 33 lbs
- Keyboard: Original IBM PC Mechanical Keyboard
- Approx. Dimensions Boxed: 24" W × 10" D × 5" H
- Approx. Weight: 8 lbs
- Accessories Included:
- Two vintage joysticks with cords
- IBM Personal Computer Hardware Reference Library Manuals, including:
- Guide to Operations – Personal Computer (red binder)
- BASIC – by Microsoft Corporation (brown binder)
- IBM Hardware Reference Library Diagnostics 5.25” Floppy Disk (Version 2.05) in original IBM sleeve
- Original IBM branded shipping boxes (CPU, monitor, and keyboard)
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Condition & Testing
- Computer powers on – startup beep is heard.
- Floppy disk drive red light activates when powered up.
- Monitor powers on and displays a green screen with black flash.
- IBM start up language did not appear on monitor after start up
- No further testing was performed – full functionality is unknown.
- Being sold as-is, for restoration, parts, or display.
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Collector’s Appeal
The IBM (released in 1983) was a landmark system in the history of computing. This set not only includes the CPU, monitor, and keyboard, but also original IBM joysticks, reference library manuals (including Microsoft BASIC), and a diagnostics floppy disk in its original IBM sleeve. Combined with the original IBM boxes, this is a nearly complete vintage package – the kind rarely seen intact after four decades.
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Notes
- Cosmetics: Normal vintage wear consistent with age (see photos).
- Shipping: Due to the weight and fragility of vintage electronics, this set will be carefully packed in original boxes and padding. Local pickup is also available.
- Shipping in 3 separate boxes due to size and weight
- Estimated Total Shipping Weight: 82 lbs combined.
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Don’t miss your chance to own this original IBM system – a complete collector’s package with manuals, diagnostics disk, accessories, and original packaging. A rare opportunity for serious vintage computing collectors and enthusiasts.
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**Returns are not accepted**
