If you can find a fully restored older game , then lucky you.
I couldn't so I am getting a Mermaid edition and signed up for the series. Also a CELTS for true originality.
clever marketing IMO
And why would you pay the same price for an older machine " restored" when you can get a fully wank factored NIB for a tad more with new technology to hopefully last another 40 years.
Haggis is gonna kick some goals unlike some others who tried.

One was sold on this very forum late last year. I believe an ultra rare "Spectrum" as well. One sold in Queensland last June/July, and at least 2 projects (Junk, but would be restored by a competent person) in the last 12 months. They are around, and since I bought my Fathom 15 years ago, there has been at least a dozen go up for sale since (4 since Covid alone). I've imported 5 Fathoms, and they have all been sold except one..

Very easily to source parts for a mass produced game that is 40 years old. Other than consumables or parts required for a restoration, that original charm and gameplay will be good for another 40 years.

"Restored" VS "Wank NIB" is an interesting comparison. My $ will always be on the original (restored). But I'd rather a game that surpasses Fathom. Obviously the tech is available.