Quoted from TBatti:Not really interested in fixing u a machine of choice.
I'm not looking to get my investment back just curious if it will depreciate more quickly than getting a newer machine at the same starting price.
All pins appreciate and depreciate differently. Almost all depreciate. It doesn't matter if it's restored.
If you're looking to get into the hobby and don't want to fix or work on pins, I'd recommend a NIB or HUO Stern.