A small resurrection of the 20GB PS3 for Japan
by Nick Doerr 
{ Apr 12th 2007 at 6:00PM }
You've read it, we're sure. You know, the news where the 20GB model of the PlayStation 3 has breathed its last? Turns out that's only about 85% true. Luckily for those of us not bothered by the fact that the system is region-free, you can still get your import on if you just can't shell out the extra Benjamin (or whatever equally-valued currency you may have... but they might not have such a snappy name). That's right -- Japan plans to continue selling the 20GB model.Thinking about it, I've never actually seen a 20GB model on the shelves of stores around here, so it's interesting to finally have confirmation as to why. Because. The best option, if you're really trying to pinch pennies, is to go ahead and find a used console in Japan (of course, the air fare might make it a little more expensive) which go for 42,800 yen (we're estimating that's about $450). So... you can get your 20GB model if you don't mind importing. The end!
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thatpspkid @ Apr 12th 2007 6:14PM
MKII has been on the PS store for a while now. Anyone is going to get it?
pete @ Apr 12th 2007 6:21PM
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djsyndrome @ Apr 12th 2007 6:32PM
You've estimated horribly wrong. 42,500 Yen at today's rate is 357 bucks and change.
andres @ Apr 12th 2007 6:44PM
ofcourse there were no 20g models sony was too busy pushing the 60g that they put the 20g aside which is why there is a higher demand for the 60g since the 20g wasnt around
Jon @ Apr 12th 2007 6:48PM
This is a joke right? Cause suggesting importing a used 20 Gig PS3 as insanely ridiculous on multiple levels.