I think this is now becoming my approach. I do enjoy purchasing a NIB pin and taking part in the discussions about code, tweaks, etc. but it has gotten to the point where the risk is more than the reward. Paying over 8K number one is crazy, add to that the stripped down game with not even a shaker motor from factory-are you kidding me?

The way I see it now is there is no need to buy NIB for Premium/LE models. I personally do not think there will ever be another title from Stern that would be so limited or so desirable that people would purchase without playing it in person first for fear they will not be able to purchase one later for a reasonable price. If Star Wars did not sell out and is still available NIB today-the hype train has come to a screeching halt. You can now wait for months or even years while all of the defects and beta code issues are taken care of without fear of paying a premium at a later date. If Stern never steps up to complete the game or fix issues-then guess what-you don't buy it. Pinsiders who learn and practice patience will likely not have any regrets with a new purchase.