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Thinking of buying a Wizard of Oz

By VintageSlots

6 years ago


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#1 6 years ago

Hey everyone, I am a new user on this forum.

I have owned a few pinballs over the last 20 years or so but am far from an expert. I currently own a Twilight Zone (purchased in 1993) and an Evel Kenievel (electronic version). I bought the EK back in the late 1980's for $300. I bought it because my family knew Evel (I grew up in his home town) and this machine was never on location. It was purchased new and was always in a home. I am primarily an antique slot machine collector.

Anyway, there might be a WOZ available in my area. I am wondering if there is anything I need to look out for. Did early versions have issues and design flaws I need to be aware of? I read somewhere that one of the boards might be problematic. Do I need to be aware of machines with certain serial numbers?

I don't know the serial number of the machine that might be coming up but heard it was a "LE" version. I assume that means Limited Edition.

What is the going price for a "LE" machine that has been in a home environment with very limited play?

Thanks in advance.

#3 6 years ago
Quoted from Whitenoise3000:

I would definitely go play it. I own a WOZ 75th Ruby Red and we love it. It plays differently than other machines and that is good or bad depending on your preference. It also is a more expensive game so make sure it is a price you are willing to pay. The good news is that the gameplay is exactly the same regardless of which cosmetic version you buy.
Earlier games did have some board issues but I hear they were good about fixing them.
WOZ games tend to be around the $8000 range. Many are home use only since they are expensive.

Thanks, I have played them in the past. My concern would be that if this machine had board issues and they were not addressed and I assume the machine is now out of warranty I would have to pay big $ for JJ to fix it.

I do realize the machines are not cheap which is why I am asking these questions. I know the machines are not inexpensive which is why I am doing my research.

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