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Tekserve Auctioning Off Its Iconic 35-Piece Mac Museum

Highlights of the collection include Steve Jobs' NeXTcube, a 20th Anniversary Mac, and a 128K Macintosh signed by Steve Wozniak.

CHELSEA, NY — For almost 30 years, Tekserve was the go-to New York City Apple dealer and repair center. As of Aug. 15, they closed their doors and are cleaning up shop by auctioning off their collection of computers and other tech.

Tekserve was the epitome of a beloved New York City business with a cult following. It was featured in popular shows like "Sex and the City" and "Law and Order."

The New York Times dubbed Tekserve as the "Apple Store in New York City before there was such a thing as an Apple Store."

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Although Tekserve closed their doors, one lucky auction winner can buy their Mac Museum to remember the legendary computer-tech guru.

Tekserve is auctioning 35 of their mostly Macintosh pieces from their Mac Museum. All of the 35 gadgets are special collector’s items, such as Steve Jobs’ NeXTcube, a 20th Anniversary Mac, and a 128K Macintosh signed by Steve Wozniak.

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“Each item represents a landmark in evolution of the Mac for both technology and aesthetics,” liveauctioneers.com states on the bidding page.

There are 12 bids so far, with the top bid at $29,000. Bidding will take place until 11 a.m. on Aug. 23.

Photo courtesy of Allan Reyes via Flickr.

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