Here's another proverb: "You never see a Brinks truck following a hearse". People do what they want to do. I've read over and over how this is an investment whereas I view it also as a consumable. If I play 10,000 games over the time I own a game then each game played was worth something no matter what the parting price is. I'm ok for everyone who views pinball as a business or investment, but as a collector since 1974, I'm simply consuming the fun - and may pass the fun on at some point. I had one Gottlieb 4 player for 37 yrs so I guess I got my $$ worth.

yeah, sure, Stern would probably give them away... sorry, just tired of this circular discussion and started the holiday weekend early. Have a well deserved labor day weekend.

Another factor that played into my ordering TNA 2.0 was that it harkened back to 1980's pinball, single level pf and fast play to compliment the other multilevel pf games with deeeeep rule sets. But as others have just said, it's all about what you seek in your 2 game pantheon as it's going to bring you pleasure day after day.

Just to throw a little shade on the "$9k is too much for this pin": I operate with the thought that - I pretty much know how much $$ I have (probably never enough) but I have little idea as to how much TIME I have before me on this earth (certainly NOT enough). So, for those not struggling to provide 3 square meals on the table and save a little $ for retirement, I say - maybe we shouldn't be banking on collecting pinball. After 48 years collecting I'm at "what am I waiting for?!"

Everyone has their own set of concerns, constraints and priorities: So be true to your path.

Not dishwasher safe... oh no, another reason to rag on and on about the terrible state of pinball: Costs, quality, fairness, design, single vs multi level, oh yeah - costs again! Happy Labor Day, hope you're spending it with family, friends and pinball!

Was under the impression that the 250 game rerun (CE) was using some newer electronics over the originals. Is this true?

While I hope you're correct that Spooky would build only those that are/were spoken for, my supply chain background would suggest otherwise. The planned run of 250 would be used to drive orders of dependent demand for all components sourced outside of Spooky. Of course, someone with direct knowledge from Spooky could rule otherwise but that's just my mfg experience.

My Spooky email (with my TNA CE # in the header) came the same day I made the deposit. The email body had Q & A text but no further reference to the actual game # so check your email history and spam folder. Otherwise just email Spooky and I'm sure they'll answer right away. Congrats on your purchase!

I'm in the same boat as you, having to shave a few ceiling joists to gain clearance while moving a few games around to "make room". Somethings gotta give...
From past experience, I've always had to depaletize before moving pins into my basement through the bulkhead door.

Picked up Gottlieb Fashion Show for $185 in 1974, loved it too. It's already pretty clear that you think the $9k TNA CE price too rich for you. Ok. Full disclosure, I'm in at 107 for this $9k toy. Moving on...

After consistently trolling the $$ for TNA CE the humor meter had run dry. Going to take time to recharge some goodwill. Probably best to just play pinball.

Besides the gap with the right side rail the plunger viewing plate looks like it could be upside down. Yikes!

As many will attest, Spooky customer service is exceptional. I've had prompt responses and complete satisfaction on every inquiry I've made regarding my ACNC, RAM and HW games thus far. What a contrast to Stern's "response" to a problem with boards 8a & 8b on my RUSH Premium - going on 6 months and zip! Nada! No-gots! Need I go on... We are in good hands with Spooky IMHO.

2 weeks for me: Notice of final payment due 11/15, paid 11/16, delivery set for tomorrow 11/30! Oh yeah!

I've had nothing but prompt and consistent response from Spooky regarding parts or information on HW, RAM, ACNC and now TNA CE. In your case I wonder if Thanksgiving holiday and their 4 day work week had any impact on situation. Then of course there is/was black Friday, cyber Monday and all those Fedex/UPS deliveries ... My monies on Spooky coming through for you.

Commenting because sometimes the frustration with problems can overshadow the contented. You're right to believe in Spooky's customer support. While I've had no issue with my #107 TNA CE there have been too many issues with other pinsiders' games which should cause concern over quality issues. Some issues appear to be a result of jostling during shipping (loose connectors, cabinetry shifting). The strength setting of the shaker motor may also rattle connections loose. Since you've read the thread you already know that there have been plenty of other concerns. Do your due diligence, evaluate your options/priorities, then don't look back - play whatever version you get like there's no tomorrow! You'll love it!