The Commodore Amiga 500 – Classic 8‑bit Home Computer (Made in Germany)The Amiga 500 is one of the most beloved machines ever produced by Commodore. Introduced in 1987 it quickly became the standard entry‑level home computer for Europe and many other markets, thanks to its powerful custom chipset, flexible graphics system and a huge library of games and productivity software.
Included accessories & extras
- Commodore Amiga 500 Rev. 5 Motherboard - Complete revision 5 motherboard for the classic Amiga 500 computer.
- Amiga Mouse (Original) - Two-button mouse with red button, compatible with all Amiga models.
- Power Supply - Original Amiga power supply.
- RTC Module 2012 (already installed) with chip 424260-70 - Real-time clock module that maintains time when the system is off.
- FlashFloppy (already installed)-SD card floppy disk emulator, allowing use of modern storage media instead of floppy disks (includes card + software). I will ship commodore with flash that have lot\'s of games (I got roms from archive.org).
- ACA500plus (x2) -Advanced accelerator for the Amiga 500 with enhanced processing power and SD card support. Note: Two units included.
- Indivision ECS v2 (x2) -Video upgrade that improves display output quality with higher resolutions, compatible with modern monitors. Note: Two units included.
- Chips & Replacements
- CSG 8373R3 (0691/23)- Custom chip for Amiga sound/graphics;
- 8362R8 (2487/28)- Another custom Amiga chip;
- KS1.2 ROM (315093-01)- Kickstart version 1.2, the operating system ROM for the Amiga;
- 8370 (2187/23)
- Cables & Adapters
- RGB Scart Lead v2.6-High-quality SCART cable for connecting to RGB-capable displays.
- SCART/HDMI to HDMI Video Converter-Adapter that converts the Amiga\'s SCART output to modern HDMI for display on contemporary TVs/monitors.
- Some other parts included (see screenshots)
FAQ
Why is this price so high?
This Commodore system and all the modifications were purchased from Europe. Many of these items have become increasingly difficult to obtain, especially since Indivision (the maker of most of these mods) announced they will no longer ship directly to the USA starting December 29, 2025 due to tariff issues. You can read their full statement here on their website.Will you ship within the US without additional tariffs?
Yes, this entire lot is currently in the USA. No extra tariffs or duties will be applied to this sale (only applicable sales tax and shipping costs).Are all parts working and tested?
Yes, both the Commodore system and all modifications have been thoroughly tested and are in full working @ 7.16 MHz (original) – over‑clocked to 9 MHz (see notes)ChipsetOriginal OCS (Original Chip Set) – custom Agnus, Denise and Paula chipsMemory512 KB original RAM + 1 MB “fast” RAM (installed in the side expansion slot)VideoUp to 640 × 256 interlaced or 320 × 256 non‑interlaced – PAL/NTSC selectableAudio4‑channel stereo via the Paula chipExpansionTwo internal slots (one used for “fast” RAM, one free) + side expansion slot (used for ACA500+ x2)PortsRGB video output (standard 15‑pin DIN), composite video output, 9‑pin joystick ports (2), mouse port, serial RS‑232 port, floppy drive connector, power‑supply connectorFloppy driveInternal 3½″ DD drive (720 KB) – fully functionalPower supplyOriginal 12 V/1.5 A transformer (tested and working)Colour palette4096 colours (original OCS palette)The original OCS chipset runs perfectly at this speed, giving a slightly smoother picture on modern displays while still being fully compatible with all software.Condition
Very good – the case shows only minor surface wear that is typical of a well‑used vintage computer. All ports and connectors are clean and functional; the power supply has been tested and provides stable voltage. The floppy drive works and from original machine (you can install it back if you want), read/write reliably and have been cleaned internally. The RGB video output produces a sharp picture on both CRTs and modern HDMI displays (via the supplied converter). The ACA500+ boards are in good condition with no visible corrosion; the “fast” RAM chips are original and functional.Overall this Amiga 500 is a fully working, ready‑to‑play machine that will please collectors and enthusiasts alike.
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