MM bought in 1998 for $3200 at the Louisville auction during an ice storm which seemed to keep a lot of monied folks away. Found out when I got it home the backglass tub connector had never even been plugged in so it was perfectly white and full of brand new bulbs!
TZ $800
STTNG $900
CFTBL $1400
My list goes on an on and I still own most of those good deals.
I don't understand this hobby at the current price point on new games. My only NIB was TSPP for $3300 (delivered) and I thought that was nuts...