Vintage Simmons Drums (UK) Users Group

Hello Folks,

Would anyone happen to know what any of the models of Simmons drums 
cost when they first came out back in the 80's? A friend of mine who 
has a kit vaguely remembers his parents getting him two pads and an 
SDS5 brain for about 2 grand US, but he's not sure since he didn't 
personally make the purchase. Were they really expensive back then?

Thanks.

Mike