I wouldn't take the chance.

Sounds like either termites or powderpost beetles.

Something you wouldn't want to import into your home.

Yes.
The white droppings are from powderpost beetles, termites, or carpenter ants. Someone should call, or take it to an exterminator. They can fumigate it correctly.

I'd say the evidence is somewhat overwhelming to the affirmative.

I think id pass on the machine, regardless of the bugs

Honestly curious:
So where are the bugs then? Inside the wood? Hiding? Gone?

All of the above. May not have signs of insects. There will be eggs in bored out tubes in the layers of wood. Since the pin appears to be in Florida, a warmer climate, there could still be an infestation. Some what of a risk.

I think it's more than possible that's rubber from the disintegrating rings shown in many of the pics..everytime they raised the PF it would shower the rails, inner cab, and edge of the backbox with detritus. And when they threw the old rings inside, it just caused even more accumulation...

It also looks like that game is inside the house from the one pic where you can see the carpet...if it's been stored in a garage or barn it would be more likely to have an insect infestation.

If you really wanna be sure, ask a local pest control guy, who I assume will know more about Florida insects than random just-trying-to-help pinball guys. ;o) Although we are quite knowledgeable...lol

Yes it had an infestation at one time, you can see the wood chewed on the side rail area, but are they still alive??? All I know is I would not buy it unless you intend to have it fumigated professionally before bringing it into your house.

When it doubt, keep it out!

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There's no doubt that they are bug droppings based on the regular shape, size, and texture.

Ha!! just saw the "40 Year Old Virgin" uncut version recently again, what a hoot!

Definitely wood destroying insect activity. Bag it and fumigate it immediately if you buy it. Be aware that there is likely extensive hidden damage within the wood. I would pass on it myself.

It's one of the more common woodrail titles around. They come around quite often.