Vintage 1979 Bambino Classic Tones Electronic Game EV-04 - NON-WORKING

Product Overview

Up for auction  is a rare piece of early handheld gaming history: a Vintage 1979 Bambino Classic Tones (Model EV-04) Electronic Handheld Game. Known for its distinct futuristic design  style layouts, Bambino systems from this era are highly collectible.

PLEASE NOTE: This unit is being sold strictly AS-IS for parts, repair, or restoration. It does not power on or function under normal testing conditions.

Condition Report

• Operational Status: Non-Working. The unit does not respond or power up when batteries are inserted. No sound or lights.
• Cosmetic Condition: The exterior shell shows normal vintage cosmetic wear, including light surface scuffs, scratches, and age-appropriate rubbing. The text, lines, and logo details remain legible.
• Battery Compartment: Clean with light corrosion. Shows signs of vintage battery leak corrosion on the metal contacts, which may be the root cause of the power issue.
• Completeness: Includes the original battery cover door. No original retail box, manual, or AC adapter are included

Item Specifics

• Brand: Bambino Inc.
• Model: Classic Tones / EV-04
• Year: 1979
• Type: Handheld Electronic Game
• Condition Category: For parts or not working
• Country/Region of Manufacture: Japan

Shipping & Handling

• Packed safely with protective bubble wrap in a rigid cardboard box to prevent any further cosmetic damage during transit.
• Fast shipping with tracking information provided immediately upon dispatch.

This item is a final sale with no returns accepted due to its non-working status. Please review the photos carefully to judge the exact cosmetic condition and potential for a repair project. Perfect for vintage tech restorers, circuit-bending hobbyists, or as a physical shelf display piece!

All of our items come from a clean, smoke free home. These vintage games were owned by my husband back in the late 1970s and have been in his mom’s house until this year! They are used but well-loved and maintained. We have a lot more to list so keep checking back for more vintage items!