Buy a Super Famicom / SNES — Prices, Condition & Stock (Japan)

What you're buying

• Maker: Nintendo
• Released: 1990

Real resale prices

Based on 9 verified eBay sales we've tracked (4 in the last 90 days), the median sale price for a Super Famicom / SNES console is ¥18,177.

This is a market reference from verified sales, not a listing price on this store.

How we prepare every console

• Every console we sell is opened up and serviced by hand — we don’t just confirm it powers on, we look inside.
• This unit is fully disassembled and cleaned internally; dust is removed from all components.
• All boards and electrical contacts are cleaned with ethanol and a fast-drying, residue-free electronics cleaner to remove oxidation and residue.
• Moving mechanical parts are lubricated with a light application of silicone grease for smooth, quiet operation (electrical contacts are cleaned only, never greased).
• Electrolytic capacitors are replaced only when there is visible corrosion or leakage — nothing more, nothing less. For console families known for capacitor failure, a full recap is performed as standard.
• If a console cannot be properly restored, we do not sell it.
• After reassembly, the unit is tested with an actual game: video, sound, and controller input are all confirmed.
• Before we seal the box, we power the console on one more time and confirm it is still working.
• Every console includes 30 days of support after it reaches you.

A note on power: this console uses Japan’s 100V standard. Buyers in North America (120V) are advised to use a step-down transformer or a multi-voltage power supply; buyers in Europe (230V) will require a step-down transformer to use an original 100V adapter safely.

Currently available

• SHARP SF-1 Color TV 21G-SF1 Console System Nintendo Super Famicom Tested — $306200.00
• Nintendo Super Famicom Console System Boxed 1CHIP-01 mode Tested Working SF — $45900.00
• Super Famicom Console + Carry Case — Build Your Set (Tested) — $34200.00
• Nintendo Super Famicom Console SHVC-001 Boxed w/ 4 Games NTSC-J Tested Working — $27900.00
• Used Nintendo Super Famicom Console system w/ Rockman X, X3 & Rockman & Forte Lot (Mega Man X Series) — $24300.00
• Used Nintendo Super Famicom Console w/ 4-Game Variety Pack of Classic Titles Lot — $24000.00

The story — and the full buying guide

We wrote the Super Famicom / SNES's full history — how it was born, what made it special — in our Museum: Read the story →

For machine-specific detail on region and power (cartridge/disc compatibility, voltage, etc.), see the Super Famicom / SNES Buying Guide →

Questions

Do you test consoles before shipping?
Yes — every unit is opened, cleaned internally, and tested with a real game before it ships, then tested once more immediately before the box is sealed. See "How we prepare every console" above.

Is there support after I buy?
Every console includes 30 days of support after it reaches you.

What does a Super Famicom / SNES typically sell for?
Based on 9 verified sales we've tracked, the median has been ¥18,177. See "Real resale prices" above.