Police Force
Williams, 1989Have not seen it in person but seller says it starts up but doesn’t play. Wants 650.
Supposed to hear back today and set up a time to go see it. I am new to this and can handle some simple stuff. Is it worth being a project machine? Or just pass?
Thanks all for the advice/help.
Yes - if a project doesn't scare you - and it shouldn't - they are great learning experiences.
Fun game, great price. Just check the mpu board for Acdc damage from the batteries or it could quickly add $300-$400 to your project real quick, which still isn't a bad price but just be aware of that right off the start.
Usually 'startup' = ground illumination only. Things add up fast on a system 11. A 'new' display will run you over $100 and a 'new' working MPU will over $300. Look close at the metal/wood parts as it appears the machine has been sitting for a long time. I would not pay more than $300 for it as there are to many unknowns if it doesn't boot.
I picked up a police force a while back for $300 with no MPU board. I ended up putting $600 into it and eventually sold it for $1100.
Mike V
Quoted from ScottinSGFNY:That would be acid damage not Acdc damage - I love apple autocorrect...lol
There is no acid in an alkaline battery. If it's damaged from battery leakage it's alkaline damage and it's neutralized with a mild acid.
Go get it. What are you waiting on? Post a picture of all the boards in the backbox, especially the MPU once you have the game.
Quoted from fierodoug:Are the pop bumper assembly's completely missing?
It looks like they are complete but no bumper caps is all
Quoted from RonSwanson:Did you get to see the pin?
Nope, finally heard back asked for pics of the board and 5 minutes later listed as sold. O well, cleaning my taxi now anyway so it’s probably better my wife might have killed me.
Quoted from Balaraform:Nope, finally heard back asked for pics of the board and 5 minutes later listed as sold.
Wouldn't be surprised if someone here saw your questions, found the ad, and bought the game. Generally speaking, it seems like it's better to ask the "what's it worth" questions after you've already bought the game.
The good news, is there will be others.
Dave
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