It seems like I continue to see these statements more and more, "Great price" "Shouldn't last long" "I can't believe this is not sold yet" and 90% of the time they appear to be complete BS fluffing.
I suggest for the newer members when you see the above statements, click on the person that said it profile and look at their collection. A large percentage of the time, they own that same game. WOW, is it possible they have motive for claiming a game that normally sells for $1900 when really nice is all of a sudden worth $2200 even though is has issues? Duh!
Next step >> go to search the web for actual sales. When Boston Pinball and Ebay show you that a nice game sells for substantially less than what is being asked, this is additional info to show you the price is being fluffed. Keep in mind that ebay sales are already fluffed! They have fees and paypal to deal with plus it is exposure to a huge audience. Adjust as you see fit, but there is no reason for you to buy at ebay prices when on Pinside!
Last step >> is it still for sale 5 days after it was originally put up for sale? If so, then guess what... It is definitely not a good price. It may be an OK price, but it is not a great or good price. The seller may find a buyer or they may need to lower the price. There is absolutely NOTHING wrong with a seller shooting high, but great or even good prices last only minutes on pinside. If a fluffer has time to reply, then chances are it is not a great deal.
Do not be duped by the fluffers to pull the trigger without doing your homework. I know it can be rather convincing when there is a game you want and it seems everyone posting in a thread claims it is a great deal. Just take a minute, breathe, and do your homework
happy hunting