I saw there was a recent explosion of DE games recently. BTTF was over $4k and so was TFTC if I'm not mistaken.

Shoot, maybe I should post my RoboCop. Might be up to $10k by Christmas at this rate.

First you get the money... then you get the pinballs... then you get... no. It pretty much stops at the second thing.

Nice Tony Montana reference, but you could actually get some beer too! Or maybe "then you get the mods"

I actually did email this guy and seriously asked if he would take $1800 to $2k + shipping costs, and he responded "You do not know pinball verie well, this game is wotrh much more then that." (his spelling)

I should have just emailed and asked if he would sell me the game if I promised to make a donation to the "Save the Clock Tower" fund. Some of these sellers don't deserve to have pins in their possession.

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austin.craigslist.org link

"Purchased in early 90's and only played inside house."

Damn it!....I'm only looking for one that's been played strictly outside, or preferably sitting on a porch for 10 years. Moving on.

Didn't know BTTF was a $5K game now...rare at only 3,000 made

It was definitely worth $5k...if Doc Brown threw it in the car and took it back to Hill Valley in 1955. I've actually seen people asking quite a bit for a BTTF since the movie's anniversary last October. Still a joke for a DE game, well...at least this one.

Well hey, that's all the confirmation I need. I'm buying that sucker right now!

I bought LW3 3 years ago for $1100, flipped it for $1200 and broke even. That guy is going to be waiting a while to even get a response much less a serious offer.

What? See this before it gets flagged.

sfbay.craigslist.org link

Ad text for when it gets removed:

Pinball Lessons!!

Are you tired of constantly draining your balls at the arcade? Do you want to excel and realize your full potential? Sign up for my pinball lessons, hurry slots are filling fast.

Learn my patent pending two finger tap technique. Let me put my hands on your hips and show you how to nudge with no tilts. I have two of the top 200 pinball machines of all time according to ipdb, shaq attack and hurricane set on only 25 cents a play in addition to my fee. That's cheap!

All lessons include a sandwich made with Safeway select deli meat and a Shasta soda. You cannot have the Pepsi, that is for my step brother frank and he used to be a marine and can rip a mans throat out with his feet. So don't try it.

I am available from 12pm to 7pm Monday through Thursday except from 3 to 4pm because that's when Maury is on and my step mom doesn't want any noise at that time.

Absolutely no women due to a lying liar named PattyJ!!!!!!!

Email please first with the best time to call back and be sure you are by the phone. I have to walk down to the 7-11 to use the pay phone there and I don't want to waist my money.

-Carl

This was a running joke over a year ago.

https://pinside.com/pinball/forum/topic/pattyjs-epic-announcement

I've seen it so many times, but I LMFAO every time I read the ad, or the others posted in the past.

That's crazy! ...just think, that's probably somebody here on Pinside

Y'know how sometimes when it's a nice day out and you'll want to take your 350lb pinball machine into the back yard and play a few games? Every game is better in the bright sunlight on uneven turf with the feel of grass under your bare feet.

or mud between your toes

a TSPPLE? Oh limited to 5900...

Stern Pinball THE SIMPSONS PINBALL PARTY Limited Edition Original Part - $7000 (Agoura Hills)
losangeles.craigslist.org link

•safety tips
•prohibited items
•product recalls
•avoiding scams

www.consign.la

Limited to only 5,900 ever made- this iconic game has had one owner only, gently used and carefully stored. All ORIGINAL parts- not refurb. only serviced by licensed Game Doctor Owner.

Video of similar game in play:

The object of THE SIMPSONS/PINBALL PARTY™ is to help the citizens of Springfield to party like there's no tomorrow. The game features a talking-moving Homer head and Bart on a skateboard attached to a captive ball feature, as well as Itchy & Scratchy drop targets and Comic Book Guy. The garage door in THE SIMPSONS' house leads to the second playfield level which features a dot matrix color television, a monorail that transports the ball across the playfield and a couch that when filled with three pinballs starts multi-ball.

The Simpsons Pinball Party is based on the animated sitcom The Simpsons. The game is said to feature one of the most complex rule sheets that has ever been designed for a pinball machine featuring the ability to stack various modes and multi-balls on top of each other. Reaching the "Super Duper Mega Extreme Wizard Mode" requires an unusually large number of shots and only a few people have ever reached it.

LOCAL PICK UP ONLY- NO SHIPPING.

Manufacturer Stern Pinball
Release date 2003
System Stern WhiteStar
Design Keith P. Johnson, Joe Balcer
Programming Keith P. Johnson, Dwight Sullivan
Artwork Kevin O'Connor, Margaret Hudson
Mechanics Wesley Chang, Ray Tanzer
Music Dan Forden
Sound Chris Granner
Voices Dan Castellaneta, Nancy Cartwright, Hank Azaria
Production run 5,900 (approximate)
•do NOT contact me with unsolicited services or offers

detroit.craigslist.org link

stlouis.craigslist.org link

Needs to add "Very collectable, very rare. Will sell fast!"

Wow $13000 for STTNG! What a deal. "SERIOUS INQUIRES ONLY THANK YOU."

Hey buddy back off i saw it first!

I think this ad is for the STTNG remake preorder, and he just used a stock photo.

Even if it were, this guy's pin would still be double the price.

sfbay.craigslist.org link

Love the pic. It's like he's disgusted that this is happening.

I think it looks like he's the one that made it up

I want the stuff the guy in Waterford is smoking!

but he may accept $10,750 and make you think your getting a deal!

Some guy on craigslist wants $10,500 for an MMR with washed out inserts.

minneapolis.craigslist.org link

He obviously meant to post a BBB and give a great deal.

Four parts:

1) "I am broke and I know I will need the money fast, because I should not have bought the machine in the first place, and realize my mistake way too late".

2) "As a new collector, I believe that any game should automatically be worth more than I originally bought it even though I took it out of the box and played the crap out of it and it is not an original WMS machine."

"It's collectible (reproduction)."
So is a petified dinosaur turd, folks, but pay whatever you think it is worth.

3) "I am sure nobody will check to see that game can still be ordered NIB, if patient, even though PinSide says people always do significant research on the internet first..."

4)"I know the price is high, because I felt the need to mention price police in my ad, but am too stupid to realize that people will recognize this when reading my description."

5) "I'm selling this one so I can upgrade to the $13,000 one with readable inserts and without slinshot damage"

To quote an old posting.
"MMRs are better than the original."
This has too be correct, right?
I mean new collectors say it is true, so it must completely be accurate.

"I'm a believer, I have been reborn"!

1976 Captain Fantastic Pinball - $2550 (Brooklyn, Mi)
detroit.craigslist.org link

And I thought $1595 for one in Ohio was a bit high.

Aren't they?

"I will keep my original."
To each their own.

Maybe that's why he's selling this one for so much. He wants to upgrade to an original!

What the heck!!!?!?

stjoseph.craigslist.org link

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It looks like the paint job on that Galaxy was done on Uranus.

Didn't even take the legs off to do that atrocity.

"Pimp my ride".
Lettering non-special order from Michaels.
Homey graffiti paint job included at no extra cost.

Oh wow. If I were buying that, I'd def redo the sides. Still, it's a fun game (it was one of my first), and it looks to be in good shape, shite paint job aside. If they're asking 750, you can probably get it for less, and that would be a great buy.

I searched Pinball Lessons on Craigslist and found this ad? I thought it was funny. I don't know where Potter is at? I guess he offers references so he has some clients? LOL

amarillo.craigslist.org link

I'm offering pinball lessons to those who would like to improve their ability to play this fun yet at times difficult game. It takes a lot of concentration, but most of all you need the skills and agility like a monkey to be able to keep the ball in play and know the dynamics behind each shot and how the ball reacts within the realm of the playfield. Certain variables are in involved. I can teach you everything you need to know because for all practical purposes I am a pinball wizard. I have a list of references I can offer you so you can check my credentials and Howard Anderson who runs the local arcade and pinball hall in my town knows of my skill and ability. I do offer discounts to seniors and students between the ages of 18-24 because I know money is hard to come by. Again if you are interested in becoming a real wizard like Tommy you can be there very soon.

$35 for an hour or buy a block of 6 lesson for $100

Trades welcomed

BTW - I also wax the playfield of my pinball games. I have several here to play most electronics ones.

Randall
•do NOT contact me with unsolicited services or offers

Too bad they don't have a program that covers restoring pinballs machines to their original condition. I think it would actually be pretty cool.

Don't look now! It is priced to sell at $2,950! Wont last long at this price!

houston.craigslist.org link

"Bally Addams Family Pinball machine in excellent/mint condition. Brand new play field and all new LEDs. Cabinet in great shape! A must have! Call for more details."

Apparently wear around the flipper buttons is still considered mint

boston.craigslist.org link

""Was 100% shopped when I bought it from a dealer 17 yrs ago""

It is cheaper for a nicer machine than I just posted.

I like this quote on the ad "Wont last..... email me an offer."

Hey now, what were you expecting for $11,000?

This one has popped up more than once.

https://pinside.com/pinball/forum/topic/more-craigslist-laughs?tq=17+years&tu

You might be able to remove the spray paint with Motsenbocker's paint remover without harming the original paint underneath.

I would certainly offer as little as possible, considering the seller "ruined" it.