Take a look at the rare Commodore PET 64 also known as the Commodore Business Machines CBM 4064, an unusual and lesser-known member of Commodore's 8-bit computer lineup from the early 1980s. Closely related to the Educator 64 but released slightly earlier with several hardware differences, the PET 64 combined Commodore PET styling with Commodore 64-inspired technology, making it one of the more interesting transitional systems in Commodore computing history.
This video documents the restoration and preservation of a Commodore PET 64 project that began in late 2023 along with updated footage and progress captured throughout early 2024. The video includes hardware details, restoration progress photographs, and a closer look at the unique characteristics of the CBM 4064 including its custom Kernal ROM, modified Commodore BASIC startup screen, and distinctive black boot screen colors not normally seen on standard Commodore PET systems.
For Commodore enthusiasts, retro computing collectors, and fans of rare vintage hardware, the Commodore PET 64 remains a fascinating hybrid system representing an unusual chapter in the evolution of Commodore's home and educational computer platforms.