Unopened classic what should I do???

From: Kevin Stumpf/Unusual systems <kstumpf_at_unusual.on.ca>
Date: Mon Sep 13 16:35:21 1999

> I just got a TRS-80 Model 12!! I just got a TRS-80 Model 12!! nyah nyah!!
> It's un-opened!!! It's un-opened!!! WHOO HOO!!!!
>
>
>Dilemma:
> Should I open it and smellthe sweet scent of the ancient '80's air trapped
>in it's plastic bags or let it be, and keep it's un-opened pristine
>state???
>
Just having the original packaging is remarkable.

As for me and my collection, we say keep it intact and untouched for as long
as you can.

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Received on Mon Sep 13 1999 - 16:35:21 BST