In a nostalgic twist, VHS tapes of cinematic classics from the 80s are being sold for surprising prices, exceeding R$600,000 in some cases.
Almost four decades after their heyday, the tapes have become objects of desire and collectible relics, fetching exorbitant prices on online sales platforms such as eBay.
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Among the most disputed titles are “The Goonies” and “E.T. – The Extraterrestrial”, both released in 1982. Other classics, such as “A Nightmare on Elm Street” (1985) and “Back to the Future” (1989), are also on the list of most valued items.
Despite the growing demand, potential sellers must pay attention to the condition of the tapes. To achieve significant values, it is essential that VHS tapes are well preserved.
A Kodak analysis suggests that video cassette tapes can deteriorate by 10% to 20% over a period of 10 to 25 years, even when stored in ideal conditions.
The renewed interest in these collectibles leads to questions about what drives their appreciation. Experts and enthusiasts have been analyzing the phenomenon, and the next sections will explore more about this growing trend.
Exorbitant prices on eBay
With technological evolution and the emergence of new media formats, VHS tapes are now considered relics, especially because they have been supplanted by DVDs, Blu-Rays and streaming platforms. streaming.
These pieces have become treasures for collectors of classic films, especially those produced between the 80s and 90s, the golden age of video cassettes.
According to the NY Post, although the exact number of tapes sold on eBay for exorbitant prices is still uncertain, most sellers boast high ratings on the platform. This signals successful completion of the sale and delivery of products in optimal condition.
Affordable prices in Brazil
Despite the worldwide wave of appreciation for vintage film tapes, Brazil has not yet felt this impact on prices.
A recent investigation into popular buying and selling platforms, such as Mercado Livre, Shopee and OLX, revealed that it is possible to purchase cinema classics at affordable prices.
Ribbons films Iconic songs, such as “A Nightmare on Elm Street”, are available for prices close to R$280. Other acclaimed works, such as “The Goonies”, can be purchased from R$125. For fans of the “Back to the Future” saga, the VHS is listed for approximately R$59.
However, an important detail to consider is that the sellers did not specify the year of release of these tapes. Therefore, it remains open whether these are the same editions sold abroad at higher prices.
Despite the growing interest in these retro items, experts are warning consumers. Even if the tapes have been well preserved over the years, the natural process of deterioration can eventually compromise the recording in its entirety.
Therefore, for those looking to purchase for preservation purposes, it is vital to take this temporal characteristic of VHS into consideration.
