Ep 23. Megawatt Money

In season 13 episode 23 of Pawn Stars, titled "Megawatt Money," the team at the Gold & Silver Pawn Shop is presented with an array of unique and valuable items. This episode begins with a seller bringing in a vintage 1950s Pepsi vending machine, which is made of porcelain and still in pristine condition. Chumlee, who often handles the shop's more unusual items, is excited about the potential of this piece. But, as always, he has to consult with Rick before making an offer to the seller.

Next, the team is shown a 1920s antique electric toy car. The car has been restored and is in excellent working condition, making it a rare find. While the seller is asking for a high price, Rick sees a potential for getting a good return on his investment, and he goes ahead and makes an offer.

After the electric toy car, the shop is presented with some high-end audio equipment. This is where things really start to heat up in "Megawatt Money." The seller brings in a pair of vintage McIntosh MC75 amplifier monoblocks, which can put out a total of 75 watts of power with their matching preamp. These amplifiers are highly sought after by high-end audio enthusiasts, and Rick sees a lot of potential in reselling them. But, as always, he doesn't want to overpay and has to negotiate with the seller to come up with a fair price.

Finally, the team is presented with a one-of-a-kind item: a piece of meteorite that originated from Mars. The owner of this item claims that it is valuable due to its rarity and scientific significance. As always, Rick wants to consult with a trusted expert before making an offer, ensuring that he is offering a fair price to the seller.

Throughout the episode, viewers see the negotiating skills of both Rick and Chumlee on full display. They have to determine the value of each item and make offers that are both fair to the seller and profitable for the shop. At the same time, they have to be wary of overpaying and ensure that they can resell each item for a profit.

"Megawatt Money" is a perfect example of what makes Pawn Stars such a popular and compelling show. Viewers get to watch as the shop's team deals with a wide variety of unique and interesting items, and they see the behind-the-scenes negotiation process that happens when making a deal. In each episode, the shop's team has to balance risk and reward to ensure that they're making smart business decisions. This is what keeps viewers coming back week after week to see what the Gold & Silver Pawn Shop will come across next.