Quoted from Black_Knight:Pinball game - $2500
charlotte.craigslist.org link
Didn't even clean the glass.
I didn't even know EM's came with whistles.
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Quoted from Black_Knight:Pinball game - $2500
charlotte.craigslist.org link
Didn't even clean the glass.
I didn't even know EM's came with whistles.
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Quoted from RCA1:This is awesome. Instead of contacting random strangers listing pins on CL or eBay, contact this random stranger and he'll do it for you! But only if you are serious. What could possibly go wrong?
Sound Legit.
Quoted from asay:"This is not a full size machine that you see in arcades it's a little smaller."
philadelphia.craigslist.org link
...a "LITTLE" smaller? (read caps as sarcasm).
Quoted from mof:$4K for a nice Getaway, sure thing, buddy !
-mof
sfbay.craigslist.org link
He needs that kind of cash to buy a better camera for when he scams, uh "sells" that other pin.
Quoted from pardue:I thought I had seen everything ebay has to offer: until I ran across this gem.
No pictures....good condition...needs a flipper....otherwise GREAT condition ????!!!!!???
Priced at 4,495.00. lets start at 1,100.
ebay.com link » Pinball Machine Fish Tail
Sounds Legit.
Laughs aside, here's a deadly story involving Craigslist:
http://www.usatoday.com/story/news/nation/2014/10/20/saudi-student-killed/17635787/
Ad sadly, this is only a sample of murders connected with Craigslist.
Quoted from kirkgun:The stuck ball is in the description the seller made:
"Very Rare Rawhide Pinball Machine , lights up but ball is stuck on machine,"
Oddly enough (since it is very rare) there happens to be another for sale on our local CL at the same time (with nicer playfield, for quite a bit less). What an incredible coincidence! Maybe combine both of those rarities and get one working game?
charlotte.craigslist.org link
Amazing! He has a Stern pinball machine from the "1960's"! Apparently someone found out how to time travel back a decade with a pinball machine. Now THAT'S an innovation!
Quoted from chrisjens2:inlandempire.craigslist.org link
Oddly enough, I was in that area on that road last month on my way back from Vegas (and the PHoF).
Quoted from boagman:I have an issue with that listing, anyway: never seen a NOS populated playfield from WMS of that era with multiple colors (white *and* black) of rubber used. Something's off, I think. Open to being corrected if I'm wrong, though, if any of the designers want to pop in and smack me on the head.
Are you referring to the black post rubbers? Those and they yellow ones were common even then.
And the bands on the playfield look like they're as old as the playfield is supposed to be. (and probably turning to dust!).
Compare to an original flyer picture:
http://www.ipdb.org/showpic.pl?id=782&picno=4189&zoom=1
Quoted from asay:Maybe, but he comes off like a complete asshole with his refusal to take pictures.
I can kind of understand why he isn't posting pictures, but if they're folded up, how is someone going to get to check them out? And after making a drive to Victorville on top of that. I wouldn't make an eighty mile trip there and not be able to inspect / try out a game.
Quoted from asay:No way I'd ever follow up on any ad without pictures. Plus There's some creepy freaking people on CL.
Same here, and even then I'm skeptical. Some people on Craigs-list are not only creepy, some are (literally) serial killers!
Anyone need some "obsolete" TIP-122's?
ebay.com link: 50x TIP122FP NPN TO 220 Transistor TIP122 Arcade Pinball USA SELLER
Quoted from cosmokramer:Wow...did he really say the flight 2k is in "nice shape"....did he even look at the large patch of bare wood on the playfield
Or that it doesn't have the original spinners, and the 5 bank drop targets arent all the same level ...
Quoted from rcbrown316:noy craigslist but...
ebay.com link » Gorgar Pinball Machine Williams 1979 First Talking Pinball Machine
This showed up in the "people who viewed this item" line just below it. Now this I'd be interested in, but it's local pick up only.
ebay.com link: 80 WILLIAMS PINBALL MACHINE CLASSIC BLACKOUT FLASH GORGAR FIREPOWER BLACK KNIGHT
Quoted from skywelker:"You might not realize but now is the best time to travel. Fuel prices are at an all time low and Southern Ohio is beautiful this time of year."
This guy is a marketing genius
Trust me, I know it's a great time to travel, but I can't take time off on short notice, and I can't be gone long enough to make the trip that far as much as I'd like too.
Quoted from shoemakesmusic:This is definitely my favorite thread ever. This guy has been selling this for at least a year.
dallas.craigslist.org link
I see he used the "R" word.
Quoted from eeperjesi:chambersburg.craigslist.org link
It's not so much as a laugh, but I almost shed a tear for this playfield.
I like his "update" he posted at the end:
"..update....THIS IS A REAL PINBALL MACHINE.....IT WAS PLAYED ALOT..THEREFORE THE PLAYING AREA HAS SOME WEAR...IT IS 35 YEARS OLD..IT IS GOING TO LOOK LIKE IT'S 35 YEARS OLD....MAN I HATE SELLING STUFF ON Craigslist"
No, if you don't take care of it's GOING TO look like it's 35 (or more) years old!
Just in time for the Super Bowl:
ebay.com link: Dallas Cowboys Custom Pinball Machine REAL CLASSIC Gottlieb bells chimes more
Quoted from Beatnik-Filmstar:I'd say that that table is quite a catch. But on further review, no. No it's not.
... oh wait, I found a better one, and it's "Local pick-up only" too.
ebay.com link: 1980 Gottlieb ROLLER DISCO Pinball Machine BEST IN WORLD GRC RESTORATION
Quoted from toyotaboy:... Of course why you'd put that much effort into something like a roller disco is beyond me.
(most people don't pay what they're asking).
Especially when I saw things like Haunted House going for under $2K on eBay last night (if I were to go ing to buy a pin local pick up only).
ebay.com link: Gottlieb Haunted House Pinball Machine 3 Level playing field
Quoted from cosmokramer:" target="_blank">inlandempire.craigslist.org link
I have never seen a back glass that has a crack but is in good shape...
Thus, no pictures in the ad. Sounds legit.
Quoted from PaulCoff:"Wont last long"
sfbay.craigslist.org link
"Barn Strokers"? He can't even read the side of the cabinet?
and his little "history" on pinball. Yeah it's very little (or accurate).
"Won't last long" ...Sheeyah! I bet that part's true
"This pins one of the last to be made". Not even for WMS is that true.
... seems legit.
Define "Needs a little work"
ebay.com link: GOTTLIEB SUPER SCORE PINBALL MACHINE NEEDS A LITTLE WORK SAVE
Quoted from cosmokramer:another e-bay chuckle...not a pinball machine but it says pinball topper...
ebay.com link » 16 Inch 3 Color Changing Obelisk Pyramid Led Lamp Prop Pinball Machine Topper
..
"HAPPY NEW YEAR"
Yada Yada Yada ...
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Wait, a topper that cost almost as much as a NIB pin?!? WTF?
Quoted from 0geist0:A must for the serious pinball player.
ebay.com link » 100 Authentic Louis Vuitton Limited Edition Pinball Sneakers Bnib
Can we say "$10K by christmas"?
ebay.com link: BEATLEJUICE NES LJN NINTENDO VGA 85 NM GOLD FREE SH 1991 HOLY GRAIL OF NES NR
... or you could buy one for as little as $9.70 from Amazon.
Maybe if the seller took all the junk off the game BEFORE he started taking pictures...
ebay.com link: Bally BOW AND ARROW Arcade Pinball Machine
Quoted from AndHart120:Ugh. This is right in my town too. Blackwater not even working correctly for $3000. Where do people get these prices?
Vintage 1988 Bally Midway Blackwater 100 Pinball Machine $3000
chicago.craigslist.org link
"Vintage" is the new "Rare".
So now, the video game with the highest production numbers ever is "rare"...
ebay.com link: working Mrs PacMan Arcade Game MIDWAY collectible rare coin op machine
Quoted from ForceFlow:" target="_blank">philadelphia.craigslist.org link
"Some" wear? Yikes...it's more than just some...
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You know, I saws this picture when you first posted it, and just realized:
The wear on the playfield is so bad, I didn't notice the lights are on, but the playfield display is blank!
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Not CL but pretty funny. Check out that sweet back glass lol
... DAFQ?
Quoted from pinballholder:Fair description and price, but got to love the cabinet and this write up: " target="_blank">sfbay.craigslist.org link
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"This particular machine is somewhat rough. If you're looking for an inexpensive solid-state pinball machine, this is great; if you're looking for a machine to restore, this isn't the one. There is playfield wear, the cabinet has been repainted, and the back cabinet has been repaired from some sort of impact. However, in its favor, the previous owner installed an LED lighting kit, and the hard-to-find central plastic ramp is intact. Most importantly, everything does work, though a couple of the score displays are getting weak.
What the heck. It's a working pinball machine!"
What the actual F*** happend to that back box?!? Did someone try to lower it without removing the bolts?
Quoted from egyptrus:Man, there's no shortage of ridiculousness on craigslist. Here's another:
" target="_blank">annarbor.craigslist.org link
And in case it's gone (doubtful) before you can see it, here's the ad:
Very rare find in Detroit Michigan 1978 Brunswick ALIVE Pinball Machine:
Alive Description
This Game was made while Elvis was still alive...
... so rare it came out the year AFTER Elvis died.
Well, the back-glass doesn't look too bad,
ebay.com link: PROJECT BALLY 039 PLAYBOY 039 PINBALL MACHINE
Quoted from Troutfarm:here is a deal. 10k used MMR
sacramento.craigslist.org link
You'll "Flip" for that deal!
Quoted from jibmums:" target="_blank">longisland.craigslist.org link
"1979 balky Star Trek Pinball Machine - $3000
Works when it feels like looks great when lit up.
Just saw one sell on eBay for $10,000"
At first I thought this clown didn't know how to spell Bally, but apparently the machine really is "balky". I don't know what's funnier, that or the $10k ebay Star Trek.
Well, I "Balked" when I read it. LOL! The old "I saw one on eBay for $XXXXX" rule of pricing.
Quoted from toyotaboy:"Now buying pinballs"
" target="_blank">quadcities.craigslist.org link
Oh thank god, I've been looking for someone to buy my used pinballs, there doesn't seem to be anyone who wants them
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So They fix pins and hot tubs? Sounds legit.
Quoted from RVH:Just seen this, is on craigslist. Not really a laugh but diddent know where to post this.
It's a pinball machine made into a bar.
minneapolis.craigslist.org link
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Someone has a alcohol problem.
Let me get this straight, Missing a leg, needs work, want's $2500 and he can't post any pictures? Sounds legit.
Quoted from TVP:Bally Kiss $6600
denver.craigslist.org link
And he used the "R" word in the description, because a production run of 17,000 makes it "rare".
Quoted from AZDbacker:But is was RARE! No one would say 'RARE' unless it was, right???
...like this one?
Quoted from TVP:Bally Kiss $6600
denver.craigslist.org link
Quoted from dmbjunky:WORLD'S TALLEST PINBALL!
columbus.craigslist.org link
$50K by Christmas?
Quoted from 0geist0:Not craigslist but ebay, check out this CQ Gilligans Island with "No Fade"
ebay.com link » Gilligans Island Pinball Machine By Bally Collector Quality
And this link showed up when I viewed the link you posted:
ebay.com link: KISS Bally 1978 Pinball machine one of a kind COFFEE TABLE
Quoted from mof:REALLY NICE FH: by really nice, he means badly scratched cab, dinged head, scratched to hell coin door, faded cab, ball trails and dirt everywhere. Ok, now I get it.
But hey, "It's a chance to save $$$!" Oh is it?
How about $2000-2200 for a beater FH? No, you'll only pay a low price of $3600. Yeeeaahhhhhh...
-mof
sacramento.craigslist.org link
Safe to say most Pinsiders have a different value of the word "Nice".
Quoted from jboner1058:" target="_blank">harrisburg.craigslist.org link
OH LORD THE DUCT TAPE!
What the actual F...
Quoted from Geocab:" target="_blank">columbus.craigslist.org link
F-14 - $2600
If these keep going up in price, maybe I'll be able to trade mine for a $5000 Congo. Granted this F-14 looks nicer than mine because of the insert stickers.
The guy can't even put up a link for a video of a F-14 Tomcat pin and tells you to Google it! Sounds like he wants you to watch video of some one elses game.
Quoted from Marty_Graw77:"These old pinball machines sell for 6K and up!"
He's practically GIVING it away!
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Quoted from ForceFlow:He's sitting on a goldmine!
To bad he didn't post pictures of the acctual game he has and posted stock photos instead.
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Looks like there's a few extra numbers in the price....
Quoted from rcbrown316:just got off the phone. beat him down to eighteen thousand dollars
$10K by Christmas?
Quoted from 0geist0:Flip Phone? I just got a new family plan with these really cheap.
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Funny part is, phones started getting smaller, now they're getting larger again.
Quoted from kst8cat:The reason must be that the instruction manual is included. Those things get lost pretty easily.
Well, they are almost unobtanium.
Quoted from wayout440:At least the game play is not affected when it is worn to the wood!
cleveland.craigslist.org link
Quoted from wayout440:I would have to agree, it seems I wasn't thorough in doing my homework Didn't know there was a CPR playfield for this game. Carry on.
And the cabinet doesn't look too bad. At least the seller posted a lot of pictures.
Quoted from pinballholder:" target="_blank">sfbay.craigslist.org link
"AZTEC PINBALL MACHINE BY WILLIAMS 1976 EM THIS IS A WORKING EM PINBALL
MACHINE. THE BACK GLASS WAS TOAST SO I BLACKED IT OUT AND ADDED DESIGNS
FROM THE PLAY FIELD. CABINET HAS BEEN CUSTOMIZED WITH BLACK LAMINATE, AND DESIGNS FROM PLAY FIELD ADDED.I MAY BE ABLE TO DELIVER. CALL ME!!"
Hey, he's just a couple of dozen miles up the 605 freeway from me! I'll have to check it out ...
Quoted from pinnyheadhead:" target="_blank">atlanta.craigslist.org link
Here is a cool Coke Button advertising sign. Should be an easy restore. You think?
I don't think he's referring to the "Coke" you drink. More like what he's on.
Quoted from jeffmd72:" target="_blank">kansascity.craigslist.org link
... Just don't use it anymore...
Is that a statement, or a recommendation?
Quoted from fisherdaman:I'm not sure what's in the water in NH... but here is some more craigslist banter/hate... " target="_blank">nh.craigslist.org link
nh.craigslist.org link
What the actual F@#$ ?!?
Quoted from fisherdaman:" target="_blank">westernmass.craigslist.org link
"Rare black knight pinball machine" only 3k
Quoted from bob_e:13,075 confirmed production.... and the guy used a photo off the IPDB
Bet the play field looks near perfect on it.
Quoted from GPS:OK, the stones maybe, but the playboy???? Have prices really gone up that much???
nashville.craigslist.org link
$3500 for Playboy OR Rolling Stones? That's to F*****g High!
And yet, one sold for 560 dollars on EBay back in September. Maybe that was because it wasn't a "Rare" one.
Quoted from skywelker:Ok, not a pinball machine but this one is great:
Double motorcycle arcade game 4000 skeet ball machine 1500
" target="_blank">wilmington.craigslist.org link
Seriously?! I could by 2 actual motorcycles for that much money. And I'm afraid to even ask what "skeet ball" is00B0B_8Sq3elg4oZS_600x450.jpg00e0e_5eRvhYj7q01_600x450.jpg
Skeet ball? "PULL!" (bam!).
Quoted from bob_e:" target="_blank">detroit.craigslist.org link
Machine has one known blown solenoid and therefore is not currently functioning, it should be an easy fix
...ahem ....PROBABLY A FUSE!!!
Quoted from mof:Love it:
" target="_blank">salem.craigslist.org link
TITLE: "pinball machine - $1800"
BODY: pinball machine in great condition. text me for any questions"
(no pic)
Seriously?
Must be the guy that asked for some "Pinball Help".
https://pinside.com/pinball/forum/topic/pinball-help
Quoted from vdojaq:Chuckles is now trying to pull the same sh*t on Ebay, check it out:
ebay.com link » Arcade And Pinball Entire Collection
Did he post a picture of a Jellyfish as a warning that you're about to get stung?
Quoted from rcbrown316:what wrong with this? pretty easy to spot
ebay.com link » Like
"TIGERSAW!!!"
Quoted from 0geist0:reply x prohibited[?] Posted: about an hour ago ◀ prev ▲ next ▶ print
1950's Gotlieb pinball macchine - $7000 (Coral Springs,Fl)
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condition: good
make / manufacturer: Gotlieb
model name / number: Dodge City
size / dimensions: 29x69x22
safety tips
prohibited items
product recalls
avoiding scams
This is a 60 year old pinball machine that is all flat spring relays. Asking $7000.00 or best reasonable offer. You must pick-up and ship.
it's ok to contact this poster with services or other commercial interests
post id: 5325961921 posted: about an hour ago updated: about an hour ago email to friend ♥ best of [?]
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Quoted from poppapin:Wow, hope he meant $700
Probably did mean $7000 ... got have funds to keep that crack habit going.
Quoted from EvanDickson:Trade for a bubble hockey would have been a pretty sweet deal.
Quoted from DanTheGlassMan:" target="_blank">detroit.craigslist.org link
Wow dude i can make out all the details with your stellar pic!
Surprisingly, this was bought by someone on Pinside, and it looks 1000% better than the picture on C/L.
https://pinside.com/pinball/forum/topic/paul-bunyan-restore Look at post #15.
Quoted from TimeWarp1:$3500 T2. Does anything else need to be said?
" target="_blank">hartford.craigslist.org link
Maybe Arnie's John Hancock is hidden somewhere under the playfield...What's special is when I asked for higher resolution pictures I got a couple distant blurry photos with a couple stock photos updated on the listing. Oh and the price went up $500 from the original $3000.
Fire Glass? Is that the new term for "Tempered Glass"?
Quoted from Droptargets:They can take 3 pictures of the machine but not 1 of the playfield?
But hey, how about that custom topper?
Quoted from toyotaboy:"Est value $1500-$2500 or $7500-$10K restored.. For a brunswick Alive pinball"
Wow.. Where do these people pluck these prices from? The magic apple tree?
Magic "Road Apple" tree.
Quoted from dmbjunky:ebay.com link » 1949 Gottlieb Telecard Woodrail Coin Op Pinball Arcade Machine
Creative placement of the rubbers.
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I thought that was wrong too, until I looked on IPDB. That is how they're supposed to be! Who' have think it?
Quoted from Shiny_balls:Bally Fireball $1500
Umm it's a home version
tucson.craigslist.org link
Well you have to give the guy points for providing lots of pictures at least.
Quoted from Dan63:Or you can buy this KISS pinball for $5995
ventura.craigslist.org link
Fade included.
Quoted from 3rdaxis:This isn't Craigslist but Ebay. I'm sure many of you have seen this listing because its been posted on Ebay for years, lol. I guess because it has the drop targets (minus the 10 point switches that are suppossed to be behind them) this guy thinks its worth a million dollars. The playfield has wear, the cabinet has what looks to be white paint all over it, i am going to assume that the boards have not been upgraded and bullet proofed otherwise he surely would have mentioned it, the backbox is seperated and split at the seams, the backglass is far from perfect and its generally a mess but best of all is the "out of order" sign on it. But the one they are selling might not be the one pictured? hahaha So i can also assume if its not the one seen in the pictures it must be worse...
ebay.com link » Firepower Pinball Machine Williams 1980 Feel The Power
Playfield wear and all.
Quoted from 3rdaxis:This really pisses me off... And its warped.
ebay.com link » Williams Firepower Pinball Machine Used Slingshot Plastic
The plastic or the seller?
Quoted from twoplays25c:Not sure if this has been posted here, but here ya go, LOL.
That CL ad should narrow the title down oh - to what - several thousand?
(Maybe teh description of 'hard wood with a veneer' should help!).wheeling.craigslist.org link
" CALLS ONLY....Sorry We Do Not Communicate Through Texting
I have a late 60's to early 70's pinball machine.
This IS NOT china, taiwan, or hong kong junk... solid hard wood was actually used for the framing and then a veneer was applied to the face of it.
Tripple chrome plated on base metal trim/castings/moldings, and so not the CHEAP plastic that manufactures learned how to put a CHEAP chrome plating on.
This is the table top model that measures (will update soon)
Missing the key for the lock but can still be opened.
Would have listed it on Ebay and been sold in less than a week but because of the size and weight of these, people don't want to pay the high costs of shipping and so is available for LOCAL PICK-UP ONLY
Will upload pictures and more information soon since we're still trying to do some research on it and need to recharge the batteries for our camera.
Will accept reasonable offers
Located near Knoxville between Steubenville Ohio 43952 and Toronto Ohio 43964 off of State Rt. 213
If interested please call 7Four0 3Four6 6ZeroFour9
CALLS ONLY...Sorry we DO NOT communicate through texting and if no answer, please leave a message and we will call you back asap ) "
Wait, a Late 60's Early 70's table top pin? That's got to narrow it down.
Maybe it's one of these:
http://www.ipdb.org/showpic.pl?id=4022&picno=3061
Quoted from Dan63:Isn't there another pinball machine that's similar but I think it has a bumper that pops up in between the flippers to keep the ball from draining. It's 76 something??
Early production Bally Freedom EM.
Quoted from sohchx:.........................Pink??........Really??
winchester.craigslist.org link
Goes great with the chartreuse T-Molding
Quoted from RCA1:from Ebay, not CL. But Wow.
ebay.com link » Pinball Machine Back To The Future Holy Grail Of Pinballs Coinop Mike J Fox
Pinball Machine "Back To The Future" "Holy Grail Of Pinballs" Coinop Mike J Fox
Upgraded to bright led #1 pinball in world and most sought after ! Iconic pinball none better Original fully operational coin operated Back To Future Pin Ball machine! Christer Loyd Marty McFly Mike J Fox Great Scott don't interrupt the Space Time Continuum it will change the World! Voted the Best pinball machine! Most owners would "Never Sell" this may be your only chance to own this pinball. Please no low ball offers don't waist my time we both know it worth over 10k
"Don't WAIST my time... "
Quoted from sevenrites:" target="_blank">harrisburg.craigslist.org link
*** The exact same machine was purchased on Pawn Stars (History Channel) for $ 3750 and they plan to list it for $ 5000 !!! ***
In 1970 Williams pinball brought us Line Drive with the all American Patriot colors of Red, White, and Blue.
All original, never restored!!
Relive your younger days with this original pinball baseball game. Runners pop up and run the bases. A Home Run sets off fireworks!
Can play by yourself or 2 can play (one pitches, 1 bats).
Comes with original Instruction Manual.
Great for Family Fun!
So Pawn Stars is the new reference price over eBay?
Quoted from bob_e:Is this guy insane?
Pinball-Machine-Back-To-The-Future-Holy-Grail-Of-Pinballs-Coinop-Mike-J-Fox
ebay.com link
"This is the first pinball ever to be offered at $100,000! Hence its the first pinball machine to reach as price of $100,000!!! Guess what I am even willing to purchase a back to the future pinball machine because of all the offers I am getting on mine! I am offering to pay up to $10,000 for one! So send me pictures if your willing to part with yours! if you really have one! ! Please when making offeres on mine NO offeres under $10k the one I have for sale ! This machine is Upgraded to bright led. The machine has also been upgraded to a mike j fox face . I consider this the # 1 pinball in world and the most sought pin ball machine in the world it's certainly the most recognizable pinball ball in the world partly because of the famous movie! This is certainly an Iconic pinball and none better anywhere! Original and fully operational coin operated Back To Future Pin Ball machine! Christer Loyd Marty McFly Mike J Fox Great Scott don't interrupt the Space Time Continuum it will change the World! Voted the Best pinball machine! Most owners would "Never Sell" this may be your only chance to own this pinball. Please no low ball offers don't waist my time we both know it worth over 10k autograph pictures do not come with the machine"
LOLs! I looked thru some of his other stuff (some of it is interesting, but I wonder about the authenticity), and found this:
ebay.com link: Donald Trump For President Poster 16 By 20 Poster Hang This On Your Wall
I'm not trying to make a statement about Trump here one way or another, but seriously, that picture is of an actual poster?!?
Quoted from mr2xbass:I know this is technically a CL thread, but this was just too "WTF" funny.
ebay.com link » 1981 Centaur By Bally
It's in my city, but I don't know the seller.
"The playfield , back glass is in mint condition. For those who don’t know pinball the playfield has swirls which adds to the greatness of this game".
Contradict yourself much? Or maybe I just have a different opinion on the definition of MINT.
Yeah, that wear mark behind the left flipper helps maintain that "Mint" condition rating.
Yeah, that's been covered already. At one point the guy was asking $100K.
https://pinside.com/pinball/forum/topic/back-to-the-future-holy-grail-of-pinballs
Quoted from wayout440:Scam or joke I guess. "Don't mess with me ill sell it to Rick". Filled with typos and lower case letter "i"...sheesh.
ebay.com link » Pinball Machine Back To The Future Holy Grail Of Pinballs Coinop Mike J Fox
Not news. There's even a topic on it:
https://pinside.com/pinball/forum/topic/back-to-the-future-holy-grail-of-pinballs
Quoted from TecumsehPlissken:I was thinking that he was referring to Rick from the Pawn Stars show
I wonder how Rick (Harrison) feels about this guy using his image to sell his stuff?
Quoted from Beatnik-Filmstar:He'd call his friend who's an expert on the unlicensed usage of images.
First someone would have to let Rick know about this ...
https://twitter.com/GoldSilverPawn
Quoted from jasonp:westky.craigslist.org link
"DO NOT PHONE TEXT ME" !!!!! It will be deleted immediately not even read ! Of course 1 0r 2 of you fkn retards will do it anyway !
Sounds like an invitation for everybody to send him a text. Hope his phone isn't set on vibrate.
Quoted from sohchx:NOT SELLING SEPERATE GAMES MAKE OFFER ON ENTIRE LOT.............. Yeah........good luck with that especially asking retail and higher pricing. I don't know anyone who'd pay $4,600 for a Haunted House.
frederick.craigslist.org link
If he's selling them as a lot why the Hell does he have individual prices?!? And 2800 for Close Encounters? For that price it better be an EM (and still priced lower).
Quoted from TecumsehPlissken:miami.craigslist.org link
"Great and fun invention for children and adult. A great game similar to pinball machine. But the difference is that this game is A UNIQUE INVENTION. This fun game comes from France and is going to hit the market soon. Buy this invention and you will make a hefty revenue for life. The inventor is a well known French inventor who is bringing his last invention to America. Email us and we will give you important information and a non disclosure agreement. Thank you. "
... Sounds legit ...
Quoted from bob_e:saw this on E-BARF: RARE RARE 1975 FAST DRAW Pinball Machine Gottlieb Coin Operated Arcade NR
ebay.com link » Rare Rare 1975 Fast Draw Pinball Machine Gottlieb Coin Operated Arcade Nr
start bid 2000.00
buy it now $10,000.00 ( dont have to wait for Christmas )
You know it's sketchy when the poster uses the "R" word twice in the description.
...$599.99 ... in that condition?
ebay.com link: Original Vintage 1973 Williams FUN FEST PINBALL MACHINE
Quoted from Mitch:Price is fair nice playfield but the way they folded the head is halirous. They folded it with the head bolts in!
ebay.com link » Firepower Pinball Machine Williams 1980 Feel The Power
"The back panel of the backboard and the particle board panel on the back do have some wear at the bottom -- though not readily visible."
Looks like they lost the back box keys.
Quoted from sohchx:I like how he states that it's an (official arcade version) Lol. Wonder what he thinks an unofficial one looks like.
Quoted from xTheBlackKnightx:I think the seller has this kid toy crosswired with the actual Stern game. ...
... This guy got the game for $40 (so he stated) in 2014.
» YouTube video
Sounds like he's a real Douche-bag flipper.
From eBay:
Hey, can you move over some so we can see the pinball?
ebay.com link: 1988 Williams CYCLONE Pinball Machine Feature Video GRC Best Value
Quoted from jibmums:chicago.craigslist.org link
Not a bad price for a good DE Simpsons backglass but......"the machines are $6500 to $10,000"? Is this guy delusional??
So is he selling the backglass from the machine it's on in the picture, or is it an old picture of the glass on a machine or is it someone elses picture of a backglass?
Quoted from xTheBlackKnightx:I see Ray is still using his family and friends as pinball models.
Don't forget to buy your "limited edition" poster, and watch the video on YouTube.
You might get one free, if you buy one of the machines.
NOTE: BTW, his GTB 1980 Roller Disco has been up for sale for around 18 months. Only $4800, models not included. I still remember his $15k ToM, which I am positive he sold for around $12k to somebody, and it was not HUO as stated. Some people say I am a little caustic, but some things he sells are not realistic, no matter his experience in the industry.
While many of the pictures on the eBay auction aren't necessarily bad, they seem more towards promoting his business than the machine he's auctioning off. And for that price I can do without the rainbow puke lighting.
Quoted from bicyclenut:Doesn't the saying go...."There's a sucker born every minute" I guess he's just waiting for his to come around. And the poster....YIKES
It's actually, "There's one born every minute", but it still applies.
Quoted from dasvis:eugene.craigslist.org link
Quoted from Mikala:Is that a 2016 GB for $12,000......
» YouTube video
$12,000? That's to F*****g high!
Quoted from jeffmd72:kansascity.craigslist.org link
$2900 for a Road Kings? It does have a lot of 'original' parts though! And some display problems. Sorry, this game is *never* worth $2900.
"Part of Owners Manual is missing"
Quoted from skywelker:Ok, probably not a bad price, and not ebay, but I still had to post
https://us.letgo.com/en/i/elvis-pinball-machine_c65f5aec-b64c-4eb1-8926-b0b0928edbc2
Looks like it used to be a Gottlieb Force II?
Yup.
Quoted from bob_e:Zizzle Pirates
detroit.craigslist.org link
Well there you go. N.I.B. for $800.
Quoted from Bos98:mansfield.craigslist.org link
This one is a winner. I am guessing someone will buy it.
"Appraised" at $2,400 but selling for $1,500? With that kind of fade and no play-field pictures? ... Riiiiiiiiiiiiight.
Quoted from dontfeed:buffalo.craigslist.org link
All the dents in the coin door add to the "rareness".
For that price the seller can't get a "7" drop target to match the set?
Quoted from Number41:Lockdown bar sold separately.
worcester.craigslist.org link
My best offer would be way south of the asking price.
... and if you're going to try and sell something like this and post pictures: GET SOME G** D*** PAPER TOWELS AND SOME WINDEX and clean the glass!
Quoted from Spider3582:3500.00 and it needs a complete restoration. Where did he come up with that price. He has no idea
He wants that amount for a machine that was left behind by the previous owner of the house. w
What does that tell you?
Sure! there's someone that will haul off your junk and pay you a lot of money!
Quoted from HighVoltage:Data East Back To The Future Pinball Machine (Nassau)
longisland.craigslist.org link
Hopefully not that dunce from Ebay. Wouldn't be surprising given the !
Cool!! Perfect!! Send offer!!
Who dares?
It's not. The eBay one didn't look as good, the sellers grammar and spelling was horrible and he's in San Pedro Ca.
That one looks nice, but he didn't list a price and used the "R" word.
Quoted from dmbjunky:I was looking at the wedge head and thought the door bell was a unique feature.
chicago.craigslist.org link
Quoted from xTheBlackKnightx:This looks like the game was modified to use the doorbell button as a way to add credits to the game. Clearly, $250 additional value from Home Depot. Playfield and backglass do not look to bad though. However, "Plug n Play" applies to SS electronics.
I'm thinking Worst Case Scenario: It's on the side, so maybe it's a hack for a bad Flipper switch.
I kid. Saw the wires going from that side to the coindoor in another picture.
Quoted from Minneapolispin:$100 for a T2!! I bet the guys is getting nailed with emails right now. It's dirty as hell, but if it cleans up, someone is getting a steal.
minneapolis.craigslist.org link
How the Hell can he tell if the T2 works or not if you can't see the play-field?
Quoted from 4meansduck:Who wouldn't want to trade a pinball for a huge, clown inflatable that won't provide hours of enjoyment?
chicago.craigslist.org link
Quoted from Quint:Can't pinball.
Clown will eat me.
Quoted from ForceFlow:Wow, that looks awful. I don't think I'd give more than $50 for it.
ebay.com link » 1978 Kiss Pinball Machine Cabinet Back Box By Bally Free Shipping
I was thinking $149.50 just for parts until I saw the water damage and rust.
Edit: just realized the head and the lower cabinet are two different machines. The fade doesn't match.
Quoted from chucktee:Agree with this assessment. If it was worth the effort they would have restored it themselves. Kiss is one of the few games that would be worth at least trying to polish up no matter how big a turd it is because there will most likely be someone willing to buy it but this example no way José-part this puppy out and get what you can for it. Personally I wouldn't pay more than $200-300 at the most ( the boards, displays, wiring, & playfield parts should be worth that much) and that's being generous.
Take another look at the backbox. Battery corrosion on the MPU, rust on the transformer assembly, something burned on the lamp driver and corrosion on all the other boards. Maybe ( and it's a stretch) some of the parts under the play field are salvageable, but even they show some rust and missing parts.
Quoted from dmbjunky:I actually like old operator or arcade stickers on my games. I would never put them on intentionally but it shows off their former glory days. I've got a 70s Gottlieb that has an Illinois permit sticker on the front of the cab. Pretty neat to me.
A friend of mine acquired a Centipede a few years ago that still had part of a C. A. Robinson sticker on the marquee.
It was kind of sad that it wasn't complete.C A Robinson (resized).jpg
Quoted from Black_Knight:I think they have an extra $0 in the price
atlanta.craigslist.org link
Williams FunFest 1973 Vintage Pinball Machine works great! - $2500
We know that Swinger and Fun-Fest are $900 machines ...
Swinger (resized).png
Quoted from ArkhamB:Price isn't high but somebody was when they did this!
stlouis.craigslist.org link
I just don't like "Photoshop" cut and past backglasses.
00303_5vUl1Amei1h_600x450 (resized).jpg
Quoted from BrewinBombers:An excellent investment opportunity:
kansascity.craigslist.org link
So is he selling a machine, or the flyer? Odd the poster couldn't provide pictures for a game being sold for $7700.
Quoted from Spider3582:Where do you think that guy got 4000 dollars from?
Quoted from chucktee:Out of his ass apparently....
... beat me to it!
Quoted from schudel5:Not mine, nor do I know anyone involved, but thought this was quite hilarious.
Original Kiss ad:
kalamazoo.craigslist.org link
Some sort of rebuttal from a potential buyer:
kalamazoo.craigslist.org link
In case the ads get pulled here are some screen shots...
Wait, I've seen pictures of this machine before, like months ago in another topic perhaps.
Edit: Found it. It was in this topic:
https://pinside.com/pinball/forum/topic/more-craigslist-laughs/page/64#post-3299811
Quoted from ForceFlow:Good eye. Yep, same wear and mold patterns. It's the same game. That's hilarious.
LOL, apparently he bought it from the auction you posted for $1495, and now is trying to dump it! Hah!
Edit: ... and both links appear to be the same machine, but different pictures!
Quoted from ForceFlow:Figuring he would decline anyway, I emailed a nice message and offered $150 basing it on the condition to see if I could talk some sense into him. His response?
Well he's never going to sell it with THAT attitude!
Quoted from EvanDickson:OH man. It looks like the head was part of a beaver dam for a few years, and the beaver dam was infested with mice. What a mess!
Sellers never going to see that $1495 he spent on that Kiss when he bought it on eBay a few months ago.
Quoted from Bos98:So I just made my own CL post to try and sell my DESW. Asking price could wind me up here so I figured I would be proactive.
I figure everyone on CL wants a deal so I can let someone beat me up a bit on price.
Star Wars Pinball Machine
cleveland.craigslist.org link
If you are interested I am obviously negotiable.
"Coin door has bill validator installed. Excepts $1.00". So in other words, it won't "accept" dollar bills?
Quoted from Black_Knight:This Angels looks decent enough when it was listed at $950. I love Sys1's and thought about calling to see what they really needed for it.
I found out the next day when it was relisted -
atlanta.craigslist.org link
Not sure why they didn't just list it for $5K.
"I did see a similar machine in mint condition the other day for sale on eBay for over $5k"
Click on this, and ask yourself if you'd pay $7K-$9Kfor it (and read the full description).
https://issuu.com/vaneatongalleries/docs/souvenirsofdisneylandissuu2/141?e=15511873/40210916
Quoted from YeOldPinPlayer:austin.craigslist.org link
Asking $3200
1973 Williams "Fun Fest" Pinball Machine, 4 Player.
Just go several hundred miles east and you can get one for $2250.00 in Marietta Georgia. This one even has pictures:
ebay.com link: Williams FunFest 1973 Vintage Pinball Machine
Quoted from sohchx:If this was a TSPP it would make more sense....
ebay.com link
"Simpsons Pinball Marchine"?
Quoted from wantdataeast:"not sure if it works"
huntington.craigslist.org link
Quoted from Travish:Uh... I would say no.
Plug her in and find out.
Quoted from ToucanF16:Perfect working? I see the right flipper is working really well!
Quoted from 0geist0:There is a ball cradled on the flipper, pic was taken during playing a game.
The flipper is also down in another picture.
Quoted from BrewinBombers:What would be the least appropriate / funniest games to have in that shoot that meet their "Mid-80s or later" request?
Bad Cats?
Quoted from cosmokramer:inlandempire.craigslist.org link
Blackout pinball game. Manufactured by Williams in the 80's. 4 player. Audio. Xlnt condition.
Plays well. Reconditioned. Coin op bypassed. $875. Call / Text / E-mailExcellent condition?? Reconditioned???
I'd like a Blackout. $875 sounds good, but THAT ONE ...
What the actual F***?!?
Quoted from Haymaker:Here's a good one on ebay. Somebody buy this "wonderful" game in "great" condition!
ebay.com link » High Speed Pinball Machine
Got to love those dumb-ass listings where the person doesn't even clean the glass before taking the pictures.
Quoted from fnosm:Here's another knee slapper.
That would probably go nicely right next to the infamous $100K Back to the Future.
Quoted from Bugsy:Custom, simplistic, minimalistic cabinet paint job
tulsa.craigslist.org link
And a bad player 4 display too!
Quoted from Gryphun:from the ad:
“THIS IS A SUPER RARE HOME USE ONLY MACHINE NEVER BEEN ON A COMMERICAL LOCATION 1 OWNER PINBALL ”
Yet: Shows pictures of machine on location
=Priceless
Hey, it's all in caps so it must be legit.
Quoted from Atari_Daze:gulfport.craigslist.org link
RARE Mortal Kombat "table top pinball", batteries included!
I hope the seller relocated the battery off of the CPU.
Quoted from ForceFlow:Thanks to a shipping error, I am now currently overstocked on pirate slot machine hook pinball love testers, and I am passing the savings on to youuuuu!!
Quoted from CoolCatPinball:Im Al Harrington! Owner of pirate slot machine hook pinball love testers!!
maxresdefault (resized).jpg "I'm Ants in my Eyes Johnson! Here at Ants in my Eyes Johnson's Electronics .... I mean there's so many ants in my eyes and there's so many T.V.s, microwaves, radios ... I Think! I'm not absolutely sure what we have in stock!
Quoted from ToucanF16:That guy is on some hallucinogenic drugs.
Why do you think he needs the $7,000?
Quoted from cosmokramer:losangeles.craigslist.org link
Not really funny, just wanted to see if its just me or does the LED lighting on this game look awful?
Sorry to the seller if he is a member here, but tone it down a bit...
Quoted from dmilo:I think the guy made a mistake, he typed in his zip code instead of the price. 48080 is in St. Clair Shores, MI
His bad if he didn't proof read.
Quoted from jibmums:newyork.craigslist.org link
Williams Tri-Zone has a "new bumbler set recently installed". No, I don't know what that means either.
"All four score counters work". Yeah, looking at you pictures at least two "Displays" have problems.
Quoted from bicyclenut:I posted this in the EM section, and thought it would fit here too. This just cracks me up.
fresno.craigslist.org link
That actually looks kind of neat, but too bad about 10% of the back-glass is covered by molding.
Quoted from etnfrd67:chicago.craigslist.org link
Who wants to jump on Cubs band wagon for a a small fee of $6,000
The seller could get in BIG trouble for using the cubs and World series logo's without permission.
Quoted from mhkohne:No, that's really the theme for the machine. Premier payed up for the license back when it was manufactured, and the trademark owners can't really demand more money from the guy who resells the thing he bought.
I know that. i worked on one back in the day, but the pin came out LONG before the Cubs won the World Series, and the seller is trying to sell it as a "Limited Edition" using the 2016 Worlds Series logo. That's the parts that make the ad sketchy.
Quoted from ArkhamB:stlouis.craigslist.org link
Only $4500- I guess its cheaper than $6995 one on Ebay
NO HAGGLE NO TIREKICKERS!!
I like how he claims you can buy a messed up one off eBay, but only post the one picture showing the faded side. Wonder what the playfield looks like.
Quoted from Billc479:stlouis.craigslist.org link
$4500 for a Kiss with faded cabinet, no slots for the Dollar Coin, and the displays don't work? OP says it works great.
Wait a minute, that's the same machine ArkhamB posted a different link to in post 4086
stlouis.craigslist.org link
Quoted from nighttaco:cosprings.craigslist.org link
The moment when you see the seller use "R" word as the first word of the description, you know it's sketchy.
Quoted from ForceFlow:newyork.craigslist.org link
Hmm, Green waste bins parked next to Melody. Looks like they're stored in a garage.
Quoted from CoolCatPinball:You're wanting WHAT?!?!
Quoted from toyotaboy:chicago.craigslist.org link
UP FOR SALE IS THIS REALLY COOL 60'S SUPERSTAR PINBALL MACHINE! PLEASE CALL AND LEAVE A MESSAGE FOR TIM AT 1-574-936-xxxx AND HE WILL CALL YOU BACK TO ANSWER ANY OF YOUR QUESTONS! I'M NOT EXCEPTING ANY TEXTS OR EMAILS!! PLEASE CALL THE NUMBER PROVIDED!
>>>>>>>>>>ALL SCAMS WILL BE REPORTRED>>>>>>>>>>
The horror of that cabinet, someone is going to spend a lot of time with a scraper to get all of those stickers off
1973 is the new '60s
Quoted from Insanity199:atlanta.craigslist.org link
LIKE NEW!
I am relatively new to this but aren't those broken and dry rotted rubber rings sitting on the play field by the flippers?
Going through divorce... wonder why?
Uh, "Limited Edition"?
Quoted from wantdataeast:Anyone have $9 Million dollar pin they want to sell... call Dave
watertown.craigslist.org link
... seems legit.
Quoted from wantdataeast:Rare white board pin $1000
nashville.craigslist.org link
On closer inspection, it's nota white board, that's an F'n layer of dust!
Quoted from Beatnik-Filmstar:Just a run of the mill overpriced Zizzle, but I don't think I'd ever seen pics of one still in the box.
minneapolis.craigslist.org link
He needs the $300 to buy a bed frame for that mattress.
Quoted from PtownPin:sfbay.craigslist.org link
This is a good one....worth at most $2500...dreams are free
The seller seems kind of fixated on the "Tube-Shot".
Quoted from waveman:$4000 for a Firepower with heavy playfield wear
sfbay.craigslist.org link
"What the Hell is this?!? A nine-teen-eighty Williams Firepower for $4000? ... that's to F&$%#*g High!"
Marshall Lucky (resized).jpg
Quoted from PoBoyPinball:Ya but it doesn't need mush
"This machine has been in the family for 21 years. I have not completely restored it but, not mush needs to be done."
People shouldn't post Craig's list ads when inebriated.
Quoted from steviechs:Check out that custom backglass
Bally Captain Fantastic Home model, $849:
ebay.com link: Vintage BALLY Elton John Captain Fantastic The Brown Dirt Cowboy Pinball Machine
"This Awesome vintage Pinball Machine, made by “Bally”, came from an estate sell so little is known. We are not experts, so please view ALL photos closely. When plugged in some lights on top work, and some on the bottom. It appears that it will need a new circuit board as there is no sound. There is some power when tested with multimeter. Has 1 silver ball. All bumpers and flippers work. It measures approximately 48”- long, 60”-tall, and 25”- wide at the widest point. Please feel free to ask any questions, and we will happily answer them the best that we can."
Quoted from Colsond3:I saw one of those sitting on CL last year for a while, and thought what the hell and picked it up…I think I paid 75 or 100 bucks.
Yours for the most part looks better than the one in the ad I posted.
Quoted from Soulrider911:What a complete joke, where do people come up with these outrageous prices on their machines lol $14k for a Stern Pirates ebay.com link » Stern Pirates Of The Caribbean Pinball Machine Family Owned Highly Collectible
But it's in "Mint" condition!
Quoted from Bbismuth:stlouis.craigslist.org link
Someone forgot the decimal point.Demolition derby (resized).jpg
Quoted from Pugsley:You know I bet you could start some kind of "reality" show where you confront people with the crazy prices and shit.
Also call out the ones that came to "kick the tires" and try to negotiate the price waaaaay down.
Quoted from cosmokramer:This guy is selling the back glass only for $895... I sent him a text asking him if the game worked properly and he was kind enough to reply that it doesn't come with the game, it's just the back glass....he also said he is accepting offers. This has been on the San Diego CL for over a year...
LOL! I remember when they raffled off one of these at Arcade Expo 2. And the glass was in just as good of shape. I bet you could find a nice complete game for about or less than $895.
Quoted from sd_jameson:eugene.craigslist.org link
I don't know what's worse, the fact that the asking price is $1000, or the claim that the seller "paid $2200" for it in the first place? I like coffee, I like nice tables and I like pinball, but I don't like them enough to spend 1K on a pinball coffee table.
But hey, the glass top is included!
Seller wants $1K and it doesn't even have the original banana flippers? Deal Breaker!
Quoted from Colsond3:Do they even still make VCRs?
Nope. Funai, the last company to manufacture VHS VCR's, stopped making them this year.
Quoted from mbaumle:I've discovered the wonders of buying diodes and other components from ebay, where you can get a pile of 50 of them for literally $1 with free shipping. It takes a month to arrive from china, but the cost can't be beat. I'd offer him $10, and I'd still feel like I'm grossly overpaying!
ebay.com link » 50 X 1n4004 400v 1a Do 41 Axial Lead Rectifier Diodes Ts
And they're not just diodes, they're "rectifier" diodes!
Quoted from ForceFlow:A Wilson pineball machine...
Quoted from fnosm:Can anyone make out what pinball machine this glass is from?
The two closest things that that has to do with pinball is that it's from a Stern (Electronics) Super Cobra video game, and that the artwork might have been done by Doug Watson.
Quoted from CoolCatPinball:asheville.craigslist.org link
Appraised by a pinball Expert at $8000 he says.....lol
Did you make air quotes before you typed in the words "pinball Expert"?
Quoted from ForceFlow:"Exciting Estate Sale & It All Must Go!!!"
newhaven.craigslist.org link
Hey, the sale is in Norwalk! Cool
... oh, Connecticut.
Quoted from PghPinballRescue:pittsburgh.craigslist.org link
$350 for a 3-target drop.
Or you can buy a new one from Marco's for Ninety-nine bucks: https://www.marcospecialties.com/pinball-parts/A-16032-2
Okay, so these are a bit on the "rare" side, but COME ON!!!
eBay (resized).jpg
ebay.com link: TAITO JATRE SPECTER SPACE INVADERS MICRO COCKTAIL ARCADE
... hate to tell the guy about the one I bought for $11 from shopgoodwill.com (and mine has the coin box and coindoor).
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Quoted from Colsond3:That is friggin weird. Someone overpaid a bit. And I love woodrail games that come with metal legs. Coin door looks nice.
Too bad it didn't come with the red metal legs it's supposed to have:
https://www.ipdb.org/showpic.pl?id=2559&picno=15245
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