Fwiw; my nephews and nieces always gravitated towards LoTR. The ring + blaring were their favorites. And when I showed them about the 3 main multiballs and how you get to destroy the ring after doing those multiballs...forget about, they were hooked and addicted for life like no other pin. They did not like avengers at all and I can't blame em, very tough to make shots.

There's an expo in Banning? Hell ya I'm gonna go. Is it the first one?

Funny shit.

Contemplating, but haven't decided to let go of Metallica and pick up 2 B titles like RBION with either congo or fish tales. Any thoughts from the support group?

Well I really do like Metallica a lot. Just contemplating the decision. As rob stated; with my small lineup, 2 pins can be more beneficial than one Metallica. And STLE isn't going anywhere - love that game.

I've owned RBION before and fish tales got me hooked on pinball back in the 90s. So I know what I'm getting myself into with these 2 pins. I've only played Congo a few times (at rare heroes) and liked what I saw. But None of them are as good as Metallica (overall), but the thought of having an extra pin is enticing. I dunno; I'll probably ride it out through the holidays and see how I feel then. Just looking for support group opinions

Oh and what are the going prices on those 3? I'm thinking:
-huo RBION $3k-$3400?
- good condition FT and Congo ~$2500 or so?

Grats Jason. I may hit you up on that! The canon pass has been a horrid death trap lately and I've driven through lake arrowhead twice in the last week to get home. Next time I'm stopping by!

Oh dang dude. Didn't even notice lol. Grats on the move then too

Dam it Odin, change your avatar. I keep thinking your rob LOL

Oh man TROZ. I got my Metallica just a few months ago nib. So it's pretty darn nice. I know it's not a keeper for me, I just don't know if I'm ready to part with it nor do I know what I'm going to replace it with. I'll probably sell it, but Lemme get back to you.

What's the price at for Metallica anyway? Maybe we can do a quick price check - It's not that beefed up with mods and some can be easily removed to cut costs; but it's approx 3 mos old, huo - bought nib. Has shaker, sparky helmet, sparky protector, hammer light mod (not installed yet - I know I've been lazy), snake jaw light mod (not installed either), has pinnovators headset and invisiglass. I'm ok with removing shaker, invisiglass, and/or headset to keep costs down. Oh and I replaced most the rubber for white - I can easily put it back to black stock.

Hey guys, I got a friend in so cal (Covina) looking to buy his first pin. Budget is around $2500. 100% working as he knows nothing about pinball maintenance or repair. I'm thinking something like FT, TS, Congo, JD, RFM, but Let me know what you got. PM or reply here.

Thanks.

Id wait; SMVE is looking to be inevitable especially with the whitewood pics getting splashed around on facebook.

If anyone in So Cal is looking to dump their HUO SM before the VE's hit, look me up. I have a friend looking to make his first purchase. He'd also be interested in IMVE too. Or Possibly ST Prem.

HUO machines only please. Thanks.

Steve

hah, that reminds me of when i told Rare Hero my working hours. He's like you wake up at 4:30....in the morning!?! WTF is wrong with you. lol.

yea, i go to bed at 9:30pm. is that freakishly early too?

Hah! Have a kid and sleep goes out the door, you'll be up at 6:30 no prob

Well it's midnight now and I'm still awake! Just got done setting up IMVE & TWD! Let's see how things go in the morning, I'm supposed to be up at 6 for a 5k run/walk <hesperia days>.

If I had a nickel for every time I said that, I'd have another pinball!

It worked well for BDK.....but that's cause it is BDK and you don't want the artwork to be seen

But yea, too much color Christmas-feel just doesn't work. I love my IMVE factory lighting; bright, clean, and clear.

Looking for a local price check. My friend is contemplating buying my IMVE. It's 3 weeks old from the latest run just last month and is practically new with low plays. It has shaker and service rails installed with external sub hookups (not including the sub), all rest is stock.
I told him $4600 should be the fair market value on it. Would you guys concur? On the flip side, if he doesn't buy, is anyone interested?

TIA
Steve

Thanks guys. Sounds like I'm on the high side and $4100-4200 is around the right ball park.

Funny I just said the same thing to myself lol.

Awesome story. Way to come together California!

Looking for an RBION in SoCal. Must be a smoke free machine. Prefer HUO.

Thanks for the tip! I think I'll wait for the vault edition before I pay that price

Thanks Lisa! Looks like this was posted in the pinside market earlier this month. Very hard to tell from the pics, but looks to have gone around the block a few times. I'll reach out and see if it's still avail, thanks for the lead

Grats! She sure is a beauty!

Thinking about buying an ACDC PRO; preferably the run with swinging bell and LEDs, but let me know what you got.

Still considering RBION too.

Thanks

Well if no one wants to sell me their ACDC PRO and/or RBION; I'm gonna go NIB

If anyone in CA is thinking of dropping/selling their hobbit spot, give me a ring.

Hah! Don't even ask me why. I had no motives and nothing to replace it with. Definitely a big regret. Hopefully, fate intervenes and whatever pin I do pick up next fills that void. To bad hobbits don't come as easy as sterns or that would be the one to take its place.

Sounds like it. I think beginning this week or next.

I think he found one.

Yea, I may hold off on the buying market now and see what GB has to offer in the long term. Might still be able to be persuaded into someone's acdc pro though

If anyone is interested in a HUO low play GOT PREMIUM in so cal, give me a pm. I know a friend selling his.

I'm not selling it for him, but PM me and I'll get you his info.

Thanks.

So are there any reasonable Pins for sale in CA?

I'm sittin' on a turtle head right now

Any GB PROS pop up on location yet that anyone knows? Preferably so cal.

Nice. Never been there but think I'm working at a job site near it tomorrow. May check it out if I get the chance.

Oh dang, 82 looks to be night hangout eh? Google says it opens at 6pm - No lunch? Probably won't be swinging by then.

Dang. I was there yesterday. No GB for me
Put up two HS and a GC though

RobT is selling his GOT PREM, stock - for $5800! Very low plays, HUO. Located in riverside.

Great deal for anyone local. PM me and I'll give you his #.

Steve

Robs GOT PREM is sold. Lots of trade offers, but ultimately cash wins.

I sold rob one of my pins in the past. He's a standup good guy.

Pizza port is awesome!! Great beer, even better pizza. They only had POTC last time I was there (almost a year ago).

I'd recommend WCS (World Cup Soccer). Great pin for the price and kids and inexperienced players love it. Lots of lastability - Easy to learn, tough to master.

Yea apparently in California if a pin doesn't sell, you actually increase the price rather than reduce. Go figure.

So is the death of this thread near an end? Looks like people's LOCAL sale posts are getting moderated into oblivion. Where's the retarded emoticon...? Oh here it is.... « Spoiler! Click to reveal. G-R-E-E-D »

P.S that spoiler would have been cooler if I could actually post a picture in this thread!! Wtf pinside

The problem is that some people have posted a game for sale and a moderator has removed the post completely so you won't know there's a pin for sale locally unless you post it to the public in the market place.

The issue is that moderators are deleting posts when people do it like this. I know 2 people who have posted a game for sale locally that had it deleted and then scolded by the moderator. Luckily, ive been in the market for a pin and checking the thread every 30 minutes and one of the ones that got deleted was a WOZ and was quick to contact the seller. In fact, I Picked it up today! But, had i not seen his post in this local thread and he was forced to put a market ad, we would not have worked out a deal. He would have listed it higher to cover fee's and i would have just stuck to a shipped NIB WOZ which was my original plan until he posted in this thread. Just not good for us little guys and another method of pinflation corrupting the market.

You guys are right. And I've been procastinating on donating again. I did a long time ago. Anyway, I threw down a $35 donation cause I really wanted a WOZ and found a great one because of this thread. Had it been listed in the marketplace, I may not have gotten first dibs. But more importantly, the seller was kick ass! Pinsider 'CharlieX' aka Joe. Real good dude!

I've met a lot of cool people on pinside and this thread alone, I wish we all lived closer so we can flip and have a few beers more often. Anyway, thanks joe for the WOZ (we had a crazy, in a good way, time getting it down his stairs with a motorized stair climber dolly. A little hair raising but fun experience overall since nothing was damaged

...and the WOZ survived the trip home and is working perfectly!

Btw; a majority of us in this thread and on pinside do not make money in this hobby. In fact, most of us lose a few hundred on most sales/trades. A lot of us don't have 50+ game collections or money falling out our arses. Keeping it real with money and pins rotating amongst the community is what I've always liked about this hobby. Kind of like when O-din sold RBION to RobT, who sold it to me, which I eventually sold it back to O-din. Just an exchange of money to let us sort of 'borrow' the game from each other But I do understand the hobbys blown up and the big rollers have stepped in and to keep pinside rolling, robin and the mods gotta do their due justice to keep us happy.

Ive played KPG's Hobbit; plays and looks great! I think Rob even GC'd it!

Except in this thread....pictures are worth a thousand bans

Anyone plan on selling an SMVE or STLE anytime soon, hit me up.

I have a friend (not a pinside member) that's looking to trade his modded TWDLE for a mint fish tales (+ cash). He may consider a straight up sale too. I'll place a pinside ad when I can get to his house and take pics.

Anyone know if/when Ayce Gogi is getting Aerosmith?

I'm overdo for a visit but want to wait for Aerosmith

Didn't the new code somewhat address vs. modes?

Robs IM is truly amazing in person; so much custom work and still looks like it just came out of the box.

Anyone who's bought from Rob knows he keeps his pins in immaculate condition. Buy with confidence.

EM's you'all say eh...... I actually played some EM's at expo and had a blast. We had a sweet $1 game going on Rocky, what a cool freakin game! Unfortunately it started acting all weird on us and we had to move on to another. Forgot what others we played, but sure was fun doing $1 games on em.

I gotta agree. Id probably put FGY in my top 5 all sterns. Integration, layout, rules, and best mini pf in all of pinball not to mention the humor is unmatched vs any other pin out there. Such a great pin. I owned one for 4 years; got to play it again for the first time in a long time at expo, such a great pin even after all these years. So clever, so fun. Those who don't like it are just missing out; and Shrek doesn't count

So let me see if I got this straight; you're trading a mint collector IM, a TWD PREM, and a hobbit - for 1 Aerosmith...PRO? wtf! I know you weren't drinking alcohol at expo. 420 Legal now? Must be it.

Just messing around, get that AS shipped overnight lets play!

Yea I'd have to say FGY has the most variety than any pin out there as far as call outs and sounds. Had that game for 4 years and it never got old and always made me chuckle. And, it seemed like I'd always hear a new call out on that game.

For Stevie pinball, there's a smaller ball you can put in the game that makes it play a little more fun; bouncier and faster.

I agree on the ramp, not the best ramp in the world, but not bad by any means either. Especially when you're doing the down south mode and hitting the monkey.

Rules are amazing for anyone who loves Keith's challenges. Tv wizard mode is attainable and a blast; the Stevie super jp is amazing to get - and his secret super jp is even more amazing. Beer can modes + evil monkey shots, fart + lard mb. Dude the game has it all. I'd definitely give it another chance.

Authorized Stern Pinball Service Van....

Friend of mine said he saw this van with the stern logo driving up the 15 fwy by my house. Anyone ever heard of this or seen it? Kind of crazy, but cool to know that there's a stern service dept in so cal in case i have any issues

....let's see, I'll take your BK2K and WH2O. Better sell 'em at fire sale prices too as to help get you out of the hobby quicker

Adam is top notch! Buy/sell with confidence.

Think it's time to let go of my GOT PRO. Owned it for nearly 2 years. Original owner, purchased NIB. HUO. No Ghosting or cabinet issues. Game looks, plays, and feels great.

List of mods:

+Scott's Handrawn Translite
+Shaker Motor
+Titan Red Rubbers
+Pinnovators Headphone Jack with external volume control
+hooked sword mod upgrade
+mounted signs (mezel mod??)
+PBL glossy balls.
+Valar Morghulis custom magnet on coin door
+Custom Instruction Cards
+Custom Sound Package: I replaced 2 or 3 of the soundtracks with music from the show.

Waxed every 6-9 months. Replaced glossy balls every 3-6 months.

Local pickup; cash + carry as of now.

4450

Pictures as of yesterday 10.15.17:
https://www.dropbox.com/sh/d2ofz7og0hemq7v/AAAMW6WOe7nR8oMV5zkets87a?dl=0

Will set up a listing later this week but will donate if sold before then.

Bad ass! Can’t wait to play.

If you want an SMVE at a fire sale price to help the healing process. Shoot me a pm

I’m kind of curious too. I haven’t played the prem either but always felt the elevator mb qualification rules were better on the prem and the double/triple scoring rules with the upper pf.

Not family friendly unfortunately if you want to play pinball. Kids aren't allowed in the gaming area cause it's considered a bar, 21+. That said, staff is awesome and welcoming. I always enjoy going just after lunch whether I eat or just play pins. The food is good, the pins are better

It does seem suspicious. If he picks it up and pays with cash, shouldn't be a problem. If he's asking to jump through hoops, I'd raise a flag.

Changed mind; NFS.

Thanks Steve! Sorry folks, this game is just too cool. I knew I shouldn't have played it tonight - I hate this hobby sometimes. Not listing and taking it down again. Sorry folks, we are fickle bunch when it comes to pinball...at least, I am

Sent you a pm. I have a real nice GOT and ready to shake things up and would love a TWD PRO. Hit me up.

If anyone else wants to trade for a GOT PRO, hit me up. Primarily looking for TWD PRO or Maybe a SW PRO.

Wish it was a pro!

Awesome Deal Steve! You should just open it, play 20 games, then sell it as a super special "NOB" And price it up a few hundred

Day 28

ROFL. And your avatar sums All that up in a nutshell.

I got you all beat, I drive a PriusC! Not even a Prius. 50+mpg - cheap mother fucka for the win!

2nd

Anyone know of somebody that does shipping from CA to AZ? Or recommend best shipping methods for that transport? Thanks

Thanks buzz. The buyer hasn't officially paid for the game so it would be a real leap of faith on my part if we tried to do it now. I'll call him and see if it's even conceivable. Thanks.

SMVE + GOT PRO to be listed soon.

HUO SMVE: SALE PENDING
+ Original Owner; purchased NIB. Have had it a little over 1 1/2 years.
+ Color DMD (Original DMD included)
+ Mirror Blades
+ External Volume control w/headset
+ Factory shaker, armor, etc.. all included
+ Has lightning flippers installed (originals included in coin box)
+ Center drain post removed (included in coin box)
+ Pinball Life Glossy Balls.
+ No major pf or cabinet issues. Game looks pristine; waxed, cleaned, etc... on regular basis. Plays fantastic and fast.
+ Small crack in venom ramp that is out of sight and doesn't effect gameplay.
+ Doc Ock cliffy was warped from day 1 so I removed it; have a replacement but have not installed it nor felt any reason to for Home use.
SALE PENDING

HUO GOT PRO: $4950 firm
+ Original owner, purchased NIB. Have owned it a little over 2 1/2 years.
+ Color Dmd (original DMD included)
+ Shaker
+ Scott's Hand Drawn Alt Translite (original included - will take $200 off if buyer doesn't want the alt translite)
+ External volume control w/headset
+ lots of misc mods including hooked sword, beat master decals, wood signs, and more...
+ Pinball life glossy balls
+ no major pf or cabinet issues. Game looks pristine. Waxed, cleaned, etc... on regular basis
$4950 firm
Have pics of both which are a couple months old but not much as changed. Plan to get new pics tonight.

Steve

Sale pending on SMVE.

GOT PRO price is now firm and will probably remove GOT PRO for sale altogether once SMVE sale finalizes.

SMVE officially sold.

GOT PRO off the market for now. Will give it a proper listing if/when I decide to re-list it.

I hear testicles go for $35k a pop. That could get you a supreme pin

When will Pirate's land at Ayce?

Yeap, and guess who had the GC on it

Not enough hobbit math rules for you?

That’s why it’s awesome we have Ayce! Get to play sweet games in great shape at a fantastic location to find out what we like and don’t like.

Iron Maiden Pro w/shaker + stern spike2 headset external volume control . Single owner HUO low plays. Looks great, plays great.

$5400. Ground floor, easy access. Have pin dolly for easy loading.

Deduct $100 if you don’t want the spike volume control.

Will take pictures later tonight.

Cash only.

Maiden sold to a cool pinsider. Enjoy the game Mark!

Donation to pinside made.

Been thinking about AC/DC pro vault lately. If anyone has one for sale in so cal, hit me up.

Thinking about doing a trade down on my HUO AFMr-LE. Gonna start by looking for a TWD Pro (+cash). Shoot me a pm if interested.

Never mind gonna wait

I don't want to sound rude or disrespectful, but if you really need to get it out before the weekend, you might want to bring your price below NIB pricing.

Very true. Good thing we have a local distributor now surfsidedetail that you can pick up a game at their location with warranty and stern/distributor support, and for less than what he’s asking for his OUO. I just bought my ACDC pro vault from them and they loaded it in my car, saved my back, and were fantastic. Very pleased with Evan and (crap forgot the other guys name, but he was the one who helped me and kicked butt loading it ).

These are the risks we take with buying modern pins; used (little to no support or pay for parts replacement) vs NIB (take a bigger hit to resell). At what price difference does a buyer say to themselves, id rather buy used and save xxx rather than go NIB? One is not better than the other, it’s just that everybody has their own price that they are ok with spending or even losing.

I'm pretty sure you need a bachelor's in science to figure out the mode multiplier combinations in hobbit . Star Wars = shoot the green shot if you want it multiplied, otherwise it's not multiplied.

I second this. I sold him my SMVE. His games are immaculate!

Looking for Deadpool Prem, possibly LE.

Answer is easy; buy a Deadpool

Oh snap, OKF too! Business trip incoming

Those are prototypes.

Where in LA are you? I think AYCE Gogi (Van Nuys) is the best place you can go for food and pinball. You don’t have to sit to eat, just order from the bar menu, grab a beer, and grub in the pinball area while you play

EDIT: the food is almost better than the pins. And they keep their games in top notch shape

I have a non-pinhead friend that’s looking to sell his IMVE. It’s HUO; i was the original owner - so he’s 2nd Owner. I believe it has a shaker motor and don’t think it has any other mods, maybe an external sub. He snapped me a few pics, I’ve asked for more, but from the few pics he sent it looks like he has barely played it.

I’d like to swing by his house, pull some audits, have a look at it, and help him take some quality pics soon; but i have been absolutely slammed with work and family so not sure when i’ll Have time to do that. I told him i’d Toss up some feelers on it and go from there. I’m not sure the value of IMVE, but assuming it’s as nice as it appears, i’ll put it at $4800 and go from there.

It’s located in Chino Hills. Feel free to pm me if interested.

So I’ll be in Pleanston this week on business. Any recommendations on where to play some pinball in that area?

Hahaha!

Thanks for All the info and recommendations. I fly back home tomorrow, and The locations seem a little out of the way; that coupled with doing dinners with colleagues, etc... = Pinball is on the back burner this trip.