I have owned a few EMs in the past and always like to have one in my collection; however, none of them have been what I would consider a "keeper." Just out of curiosity, which of these machines would you guys recommend most? I've played them all, but would like one to stay around longer. I'm more of a fan of 1p or 2p titles, since there are usually less mechs to go wrong, there is more bg artwork, and I rarely ever have more than 2 playing the same machine. Write in suggestions for machines not listed are also welcome. Thanks

Surfer
Card Wiz
Big Brave
Jungle Princess

Top Score project in Raleigh, NC $200

raleigh.craigslist.org link

What do you guys think this game is worth? I've asked for additional pictures (plus, back of bg, pf w/ glass off, sides of game, under pf) as these are pretty bad. I'm pretty positive the pf and bg are going to have a little wear/flaking respectively due to the condition of the cab so I'm interested in high/low offer. I think the seller is quite off in his price, but may be looking for a best offer and has no idea how to price it. Thanks.

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Yeah, I was thinking in the $300-$400 range pending pics, a few hundred more if the pf and bg are nice. I'll also probably need it transported, but that's not his problem and I don't want that to affect the offer too much.

In the Roanoke, VA area:

roanoke.craigslist.org link

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A buddy of mine picked up that Jungle Princess and said it is nice. Got it for a pretty fair price.

No, this isn't Mike Tolley. Also a good guy, bought my Split Second from him.

I'm not even sure what to say about this......

raleigh.craigslist.org link

I didn't see the actual cabinet, but I did see the backbox and glass on the back of Don's truck and it looked really nice. Don was also dropping off a machine at my place from the Chicago show. Congrats John!

John, isn't there a Sunshine on CL near Raleigh as well. I think the price on it might be high though. No idea what woodrails go for though.

Right around the corner from me. That bg is a little creepy..... I'm a fan.

Fire Queen (Richmond, VA)
richmond.craigslist.org link

Mars Trek (Southern Maryland)
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What would you even offer for this, if anything? The bg is toast, but pf could be salvagable. Any possibility of a replacement bg?

Surf Champ (Charlotte, NC) charlotte.craigslist.org link

Kind of hate to post this one (about 2 hours from me), but I'd rather see someone here get it if this is one they are looking for. I don't know. I love the artwork on this machine, but not sure that the gameplay would be compelling enough after watching a few videos on it. Someone talk me out of passing on this one.

Roanoke, VA - roanoke.craigslist.org link

How's the price? With no pics of the pf, I'd be hesitant to pay what he's asking, but I could be wrong. I'd like to hear more about the rules of this pin, since they don't really translate well to the video. Send me a PM if you can or have time. Thanks.

I'm probably going to pass, as I have no way of getting up there before this weekend (job, kids, etc.). I hope that one of you is able to grab it and that was my main reason for posting the ad. If it is still available this weekend (which I highly doubt it), I may pick it up. I've got my heart set on a Surfer, if anyone knows of one for sale.

Looks like the same guy has a Magnotron: roanoke.craigslist.org link

$350 King Pin also in the area: roanoke.craigslist.org link

You're probably right about that. The theme definitely fits the look of my gameroom better and I'd probably end up loving it. Again, I'd grab it, I just don't have the ability to make the trip right now.....

I'm picking up an Andromeda this weekend, so I'm not going to be too heartbroken if it's gone.

To each their own. Abra-Ca-Dabra is far more esthetically pleasing, but for me, Surfer has more of the features that I enjoy in an EM.

Posted on another thread. Some great machines in here (Harrisburg, PA) - http://i998.photobucket.com/albums/af105/espangler43/Pinball%20Machines%20for%20sale

A buddy of mine has a CC Cinema and was looking to replace the rubber nipples shown in the pic below. I can't seem to find them on Marco. Thinking maybe these are an older version and there is something newer that would work. Any help is appreciated. Thanks.

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My boss has a Blue Max he wants me to look at. Not sure, but he probably wants to sell it. Never seen it, so unsure of condition.

Anything with runners under $1000 seems to be good in our area.

Assuming they mean 1965 and have the date wrong. Pretty cool animated glass: fredericksburg.craigslist.org link

Eh, tried to talk to a guy near me who has a Surf Champ listed for $3,295........... I know, I know, I was wasting my time texting him, but you never know right? Tryed to handle this thing with kid gloves and not come off as a lowballing jerk. I think he just has no idea about the value. He says it's nice and I sent him a message about how he came about with his price. Also pointed him to Boston Pinball and even the price of the last one that sold on eBay ($699). He has been sitting on it for a while (of course). It didn't go well of course, but I was polite.....Ha!

Yep, after a few texts trying to gague his reason for his price, I get, "Whatever don't text me anymore." Ha!

Anyway, I just got a lead on an extremely nice Super Spin, which I believe is local. I know that this is a popular title among collectors, along with it's 4p counterpart Jet Spin. Does anyone know the approx. value? Thanks.

Yeah, I was extremely polite about it and let him know where I was getting my info from. All of his texts were very short and blunt. Glad I didn't call, I'm sure I would have gotten the business.

Looked over pics of this Super Spin and it appears to be very nice (pf & bg). The only problem is that the cab has been repainted..... I still think it's a good deal for the price of $500. I'd pick it up if someone really wanted it and/or they had something I was interested in in trade.

My buddy is looking for a Space Mission EM and I may have him contact this guy after he gets back from his honeymoon. That Blast Off looks nice as well.

Yeah, SE was actually my first pin, so we are pretty familiar with it.

You and me both brother.....

I'd be calling about that Nugent beside of it if I were closer...

Seems like the guy in Bedford, VA still has some machines for sale: roanoke.craigslist.org link

Here's a quick video that may give you some pricing (he takes offers as well) and a look at some of the machines that might be available. My buddy took this vid and picked up the Jungle Princess while he was there. I think the Atlantis is gone as well, but unsure about others:

Well guys, I found a Surfer and I'm working out the details right now. Wish me luck.

Unfortunate cabinet, but otherwise it appears nice. Pretty Baby in Hillsborough, NC.

raleigh.craigslist.org link

Nice machine. Price seems a little out of whack, but what do I know.... 4 Million B.C.

columbia.craigslist.org link

Another Sonic Prospector near Raleigh, NC. $500 OBO

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Apparently, this got snatched up quickly. Fingers crossed for a buddy of mine who is looking for a good project. greensboro.craigslist.org link

Well, I finally added an EM back into my collection. Glad I was patient and found this one about 10 miles from my house.

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Seller also has a Flip Flop they want to sell for $350 OBO. PM me if you want the details.

Thanks guys.

If anyone really wants it, they will take less. From what I understand, they really just want to get rid of it.

Holy Hell Jumbo Flippers Batman!

Farmington, NC

winstonsalem.craigslist.org link

Or the Southeast.....

In Winston-Salem, NC - Spin-a-Card $200

winstonsalem.craigslist.org link

Knocked down to $150............. winstonsalem.craigslist.org link

Possible freebie, but definitely cheap pin courtesy of Aaron at WeBuyPinball. No idea about the condition. Location is Georgetown, Louisiana:

"This is the voice mail I got today:

Hi, This might be a wasting of time, but I have a old Jolly Rogers pinball machine, it's taking up through my taxidermy Shop. My husband says it's headed for the dumpster. I know there's people out there in the collect this kind of stuff. If you give me a call back. My name's actually, and my number is (318) 374-9821. Thank you.

Should be FREE... Please save a pin."

Thought I would post my C37 FS here before I started a FS thread. I know it's a highly sought after machine and that most of the EM guys regularly check this thread. Would like to see it go to a good home and get the full treatment, since it's a great candidate. Not interested in shippinig, but will work some with transport. I know that Don with Pinballs on the Move will be coming by my place to pick up another pin to take to the Chicago show if anyone needs transport. Don's a great guy, handles machines very carefully, and provides a great service at a great price. I know he is also headed to Florida in November, and further west toward Iowa on his Chicago route. He has a schedule on his website, since I am sure he will be in other places. Please PM me with questions.

C37:
Machine is coming on and scoring, but is not ejecting a ball. Thermometer on backglass is not resetting. Backglass is nice except for some lifting at the "37" number, which you will see, but I think it can be sprayed down with clear. Cab is the worst of it, sides look okay, but front is pretty rough; paint still visible all around if one wanted to make stencils. Only real wear on pf is near the flippers, but that is not painted (all wood) and can be sanded/stain-matched. Asking $1400. Here are some pics: http://s1029.photobucket.com/user/necrom99/library/Centigrade%2037?sort=3&page=1http://s1029.photobucket.com/user/necrom99/library/Centigrade%2037?sort=3&page=1

Sorry, I cut and pasted a message I sent to someone earlier on another site and it was from memory and before I took the pics. There is some wear around the saucer, ball track at the top, a few very small places at the in-lane rollovers (which I tried to take detailed pictures of. Seems like there may be a few pinhole spots, but the pf is in really great shape for it's age and in my opinion doesn't need repainting in any painted areas. I guess it just depends on how perfect someone wants it. Like I said, it's a very good candidate for restoration and I don't think it would take much for this to be a nice machine. I looked over other FS ads in the past to come up with the price, but I am willing to consider fair offers. I'd love to trade toward one of the machines on my wishlist, but neglected to post it here, since I know most of you are majority EM collectors. The only EM I would consider is a very nice Surfer.

Can't find anything on this machine. I assume it may have been re-themed at some point??

charlotte.craigslist.org link