That's a lot of money for an EM machine with a fair amount of cab damage and playfield wear. I think you could do much better for $1950. Since the machine is in Tomahawk, WI and you mention buying locally you'll see plenty of machines for sale in WI if you have some patience.

In my opinion, that game is only worth a few hundred at most. Maybe I am missing something special about this title, but it seems pretty beat up.

I agree with Wolfmarsh, you can find better EMs for under a grand and many decent SS for the $1950 te seller wants.

I agree also. That's way to much for the condition of that game. I'd have a hard time s
giving him $400.00 for that. IMHO

+1.

I bought, restored and sold a BigHit last year. I paid $425 and sold at $700. $600-800 for a good condition EM game is the going rate around here.

Personally a condition rating of 5-8 sets off some alarms. That's a pretty wide margin. It means he knows its beat, but wants to portray it as more than it is.

I think you are on the right track. I do not think with 580 units made you can wait for a local machine. But I would not buy the overpriced beat up ebay machine.

Best of luck in your search.
I would also recommend playing this actual title before purchasing one if possible.
Just because it is similar does not insure similar fun =-)

My friend bought a Big Hit local for $800.00 in good condition, still needed work though.

That "Home Run" pin should not be going for more than $800.00 un-shopped with a great Playfield.

Also You should try to buy your pins local especially if you are new to the hobby so you can inspect the machine and save on that shipping. I am at the point with my collection that no pin is worth $450.00 just to ship to Idaho.

True!

Ken