I've seen a few very nice TSPP machines here on the east coast that are near perfect HUO (Home Use Only) go for around $5,000 and it's worth the extra money, going from a 8.5 to a 10 for $500 is a no brainier. If your not interested in learning about the machine or paying someone else to service it then go for the warranty. There's no rhyme or reason to when these things break down, but generally it's like miles on a car, a HUO pin just has less plays and that typically makes for a more reliable game for pins made within 15 years.