No. 100007191

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Apple Macintosh Quadra 610 — [Non-Working / Repair Opportunity] - Macintosh - With replacement box
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Apple Macintosh Quadra 610 — [Non-Working / Repair Opportunity] - Macintosh - With replacement box

Apple Macintosh Quadra 610 (1993) – Model M2113 | Non-Working | Restoration Project Step back into the early 1990s, a pivotal moment in Apple history, with this Macintosh Quadra 610 — a compact, professional-grade workstation introduced in 1993 and powered by Motorola’s 68040 processor. The Quadra line represented Apple’s high-end ambitions at the time and was widely used in desktop publishing, education, and professional studios. This unit is offered as a non-working restoration project, ideal for collectors, vintage-Mac enthusiasts, or anyone looking for an authentic early-’90s Apple system to restore or display. // What’s Included (inside the case): – Logic board; – Power Supply Unit (PSU); – Floppy drive; – Mechanical hard disk; – RAM modules/ All components are present in the original case. // Condition & Technical Notes (Please Read Carefully): – The computer is sold as non-working / for parts or restoration; – I recall the logic board being defective; – The PSU may have been repaired in the past, but this is not guaranteed; – The working condition of the remaining components is unknown; – The mechanical hard drive is most likely non-functional due to age; – The floppy drive may require servicing or refurbishment; – No further testing has been performed due to lack of time and spare parts. // Cosmetic Condition: – Case has no cracks; – Case opening tabs are intact (these are commonly broken on this model); – Typical yellowing of the plastic caused by UV exposure over time; – Expect spots, wear, and patina, especially in areas where a monitor once rested on the computer – Please refer to the detailed photos for an accurate impression of the condition. // Why This Quadra Matters? The Quadra 610 is a true representative of Apple’s transition era — compact, powerful for its time, and built for serious work. Even today, it remains a desirable base for restoration projects and an excellent display piece for any vintage Apple collection. // Collector & Display Value Even without functionality, the Quadra 610 remains a striking and historically important Apple object. Its compact industrial design makes it an excellent display piece — a tangible artifact from Apple’s pre-iMac era and a strong addition to any serious vintage computing collection. // Important This item is auctioned strictly as non-working, without warranty or guarantee. Prospective buyers are kindly asked to review all photos carefully and bid accordingly. “One more thing…” Whether you see this Quadra 610 as a future restoration project or as a striking display object, it remains a genuine piece of Apple history from the early ’90s — a time when Apple was defining its professional identity. Especially during the holiday season, this is a unique opportunity to add an authentic, conversation-starting artifact to your collection. A rare chance to own a classic Macintosh that tells a story — even when it’s not powered on.

No. 100007191

No longer available
Apple Macintosh Quadra 610 — [Non-Working / Repair Opportunity] - Macintosh - With replacement box

Apple Macintosh Quadra 610 — [Non-Working / Repair Opportunity] - Macintosh - With replacement box

Apple Macintosh Quadra 610 (1993) – Model M2113 | Non-Working | Restoration Project

Step back into the early 1990s, a pivotal moment in Apple history, with this Macintosh Quadra 610 — a compact, professional-grade workstation introduced in 1993 and powered by Motorola’s 68040 processor. The Quadra line represented Apple’s high-end ambitions at the time and was widely used in desktop publishing, education, and professional studios.

This unit is offered as a non-working restoration project, ideal for collectors, vintage-Mac enthusiasts, or anyone looking for an authentic early-’90s Apple system to restore or display.

// What’s Included (inside the case):
– Logic board;
– Power Supply Unit (PSU);
– Floppy drive;
– Mechanical hard disk;
– RAM modules/
All components are present in the original case.

// Condition & Technical Notes (Please Read Carefully):
– The computer is sold as non-working / for parts or restoration;
– I recall the logic board being defective;
– The PSU may have been repaired in the past, but this is not guaranteed;
– The working condition of the remaining components is unknown;
– The mechanical hard drive is most likely non-functional due to age;
– The floppy drive may require servicing or refurbishment;
– No further testing has been performed due to lack of time and spare parts.

// Cosmetic Condition:
– Case has no cracks;
– Case opening tabs are intact (these are commonly broken on this model);
– Typical yellowing of the plastic caused by UV exposure over time;
– Expect spots, wear, and patina, especially in areas where a monitor once rested on the computer
– Please refer to the detailed photos for an accurate impression of the condition.

// Why This Quadra Matters?
The Quadra 610 is a true representative of Apple’s transition era — compact, powerful for its time, and built for serious work. Even today, it remains a desirable base for restoration projects and an excellent display piece for any vintage Apple collection.

// Collector & Display Value
Even without functionality, the Quadra 610 remains a striking and historically important Apple object. Its compact industrial design makes it an excellent display piece — a tangible artifact from Apple’s pre-iMac era and a strong addition to any serious vintage computing collection.

// Important
This item is auctioned strictly as non-working, without warranty or guarantee.
Prospective buyers are kindly asked to review all photos carefully and bid accordingly.

“One more thing…”
Whether you see this Quadra 610 as a future restoration project or as a striking display object, it remains a genuine piece of Apple history from the early ’90s — a time when Apple was defining its professional identity.

Especially during the holiday season, this is a unique opportunity to add an authentic, conversation-starting artifact to your collection. A rare chance to own a classic Macintosh that tells a story — even when it’s not powered on.

Bidding closed
Toby Wickwire
Expert
Estimate  € 150 - € 200

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