I've got about 11-12 8-bit machines in the loft. My rule is keep the best condition machine of each model and sell anything else. I suspect the overall task of

I've got about 11-12 8-bit machines in the loft. My rule is keep the best condition machine of each model and sell anything else. I suspect the overall task of dealing with them all is just too much. So, what about picking one model type and getting all of those out? Then see what you have working and keep the best 1/2 working models. (just research how well the PSUs survive not being turned on for many years before you switch them on, e.g. http://www.retro-kit.co.uk/page.cfm/content/BBC-Micro-PSU-X2-capacitors/ http://www.retro-kit.co.uk/page.cfm/content/BBC-Micro-PSU-X2...) Then sell the rest aside from the best. Next, pick another model and repeat. If you divide the task down into manageable sections, that should make it easier to get started. And write a blog somewhere, I want to see what you have :).