Whats my Flash Gordon worth?

We all know it's what someone's willing to pay, but I intend on finding out. Done trying to diagnose this and I'm not playing enough pinball to throw any more money at it. I plan on listing as a .99 NR auction on Ebay.

I basically had issues with no back box lights, and because of that no sound. Finally get that resolved and then I have an issue with a phantom scoring when I hit the right flipper button. Now (probably because of phantom score issue) F1 on power module board (20amp) blows on start up so no insert lights now.

Just done at this point as I plan to get down to one pin for the near future. The game has so many new parts, but still needs some work to play right.

CPR Flash Gordon PF, Pinball Pimp Stencils used for cabinet restoration, coin door reskinned, all new boards (every single one ), all new LED displays, new legs, trim, lockdown bar, silk screened reproduction apron, shooter rod, chrome backglass lift channel, new drop targets (except 1 bank, but I have the new targets and will provide). All flippers rebuilt and coils rewrapped. I'm sure there are other new items I'm missing too.

The bad. The F1 blows, so no playfield lights, although strobe is new and was working the strobe doesn't currently flash. The game really hasn't been played since the swap (Little Shop of Games) so the switches and targets need to be tweaked to play perfect IMO. They all seem to register except one standup, but game just needs some tweaking. The playfield fits a little snug, so there is some slight rubbing on the inside of the cabinet on the left side.

Pretty much all I can think of. The game is gorgeous and will make someone happy, but it's still a semi-project. Just wondering what you think my pin is worth in it's current condition. Although my plan is a .99 no reserve Ebay auction, I guess I could be swayed by an offer on Pinside. Not really my goal, but if I do I will make a donation =/> than what would have been assessed.

Try and ignore the heavy breathing

This is actually a really hard game for me to part with. FG is my favorite classic Bally hands down, but just done seeing it sit and not being played/enjoyed.

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#2 5 years ago

DJB

brenna98

Pinside+ Frequent

Wind Point, WI

10y 132K 2,244 59 54 1

Looks awesome! I would guess $4500.

#3 5 years ago

EEE

Pinside member

Tucson, AZ

12y 80,300 2,124

I bet you could get $3500 for it pretty easily.

Good luck.

#4 5 years ago

WOT

Atari_Daze

Spd

Houston, TX

7y 141K 10,052 7

One crazy stupid fine FG, I agree with brenna98 4500.

#5 5 years ago

DJB

brenna98

Pinside+ Frequent

Wind Point, WI

10y 132K 2,244 59 54 1

please submit your sale price to pinside when it does sell.

#6 5 years ago

???

jgentry

Pinside member

10y 137K 5,229

Nice game, you would be much better off finishing it and tweaking everything then selling as is. You get it playing 100% and dialed in perfect and you could push 4500-5000 for it. As is not working, it much more likely to bring 3K give or take a little.

#7 5 years ago

TEB

homebrood

Pinside+ Frequent

Glenview, IL

17y 81,300 1,309 12 10

Quoted from jgentry:
Nice game, you would be much better off finishing it and tweaking everything then selling as is. You get it playing 100% and dialed in perfect and you could push 4500-5000 for it. As is not working, it much more likely to bring 3K give or take a little.

I agree, all the issues you described should be pretty easy fixes. Fantom scoring with the right flipper?, a switch on the playfield adjusted too close, pound on the playfield and if it scores then that's the issue. Or a diode on the flipper or something on that line. That is by far the nicest FG I have ever seen and I would never part with it! If you do sell as is you should still get 3k+

Tom

Post last edited 5 years ago: “added something”

#8 5 years ago

RAD

KHL

Pinside member

11y 91,950 809 15

5k all day

#9 5 years ago

DAD

Tyamry

Pinside+ Frequent

Kent, WA

10y 80,050 939 1

Very nice to know. I have one that is in similar condition but no issues that I am thinking of selling. GLWTS

#10 5 years ago

DOG

Whysnow

Pinside member

I agree with others, this needs to be 100% for you to get a fair/real price.

you are 99% of the way there.

#11 5 years ago

CRG

Toasterdog

Pinside member

I like everyone's optimism, but I think it will be less. I tried to be as open as possible in my Ebay listing. It is a semi-project so that will keep a fair amount of bidders away. It's listed as a .99 no reserve auction and I plan on letting the market determine the value.

ebay.com link: itm

#12 5 years ago

CRG

Toasterdog

Pinside member

FWIW I cant tell you how disappointed I never got to enjoy this game after the PF swap.

I posted quite a bit about my issues with sound and backbox lights. Frustrating to get that fixed and go into something else. I think the root cause never got fixed.

I do think it will be a easier fix for someone that knows what their doing. I don't lol. Anyway, if anyone is interested I'm sure the threads are easily found. It also confirms how long I've put this on the back burner or just gave up trying to fix it myself.

#13 5 years ago

DOG

Whysnow

Pinside member

OP
Quoted from Toasterdog:
I like everyone's optimism, but I think it will be less. I tried to be as open as possible in my Ebay listing. It is a semi-project so that will keep a fair amount of bidders away. It's listed as a .99 no reserve auction and I plan on letting the market determine the value.
ebay.com link

Limiting a sale to pickup only is going to severely limit your bidders also.

Fwiw

#14 5 years ago

Backyardace

Pinside member

7y 44,150 343 2

Quoted from Whysnow:
Limiting a sale to pickup only is going to severely limit your bidders also.
Fwiw

Don’t mess up my chances.
I have family in the St. Petersburg/Clearwater area and will be keeping an eye on this.

#15 5 years ago

DOG

Whysnow

Pinside member

Quoted from Backyardace:
Don’t mess up my chances.
I have family in the St. Petersburg/Clearwater area and will be keeping an eye on this.

Just pointing out the reality. Shipping is extremely easy and in a game like this you are likely cutting 1k off the final price by not allowing a buyer to set up and pay for shipping.

#16 5 years ago

Backyardace

Pinside member

7y 44,150 343 2

Quoted from Whysnow:
Just pointing out the reality. Shipping is extremely easy and in a game like this you are likely cutting 1k off the final price by not allowing a buyer to set up and pay for shipping.

Just joking with you.

The game looks great. Only played one a couple of times.

#17 5 years ago

CAD

cottonm4

Pinside+ Addict

Wichita, KS

10y 148K 16,560 10 23

OP
Quoted from Toasterdog:
I basically had issues with no back box lights, and because of that no sound. Finally get that resolved and then I have an issue with a phantom scoring when I hit the right flipper button. Now (probably because of phantom score issue) F1 on power module board (20amp) blows on start up so no insert lights now.

Man, you have all new Alltek boards in there. I'd suggest covering it with a sheet and walk away from it for awhile. Chill for a little while. Think on it. Then take another stab at it when you are more relaxed.

Maybe your power board is bad?? Or you have a crossed wire?

It is a beautiful pin.

#18 5 years ago

WTF

timab2000

Pinside member

6y 78,300 2,229

Let's not forget about the eBay fees if you're going to have to pay to after the sale

#19 5 years ago

BRG

IdahoRealtor

Pinside member

Eagle, ID

13y 137K 6,773 11 10

OP
Quoted from Toasterdog:
FWIW I cant tell you how disappointed I never got to enjoy this game after the PF swap.
I posted quite a bit about my issues with sound and backbox lights. Frustrating to get that fixed and go into something else. I think the root cause never got fixed.
I do think it will be a easier fix for someone that knows what their doing. I don't lol. Anyway, if anyone is interested I'm sure the threads are easily found. It also confirms how long I've put this on the back burner or just gave up trying to fix it myself.

Are there no good techs in your area? I imagine someone with the right skills could get this sorted for you in no time. Someone likely put 100+ hours into the restore. Don't quit now. Just hanf over the reins to a good tech and you'll likely be flipping the next day.

If you insist on selling I'd estimate $3500 as-is, or $4500-$5000 if 100% dialed.

#20 5 years ago

PMM

albummydavis

Pinside member

11y 57,800 666 12 10

This is nuts. Seriously. You have a cpr pf in a gorgeous cabinet. It’s one of greatest games ever. And you’re going to take a ridiculous hit on it.

Either take a break for a while or pay a few hundred for someone with more experience to work on it You’ll have something truly special in the end. Do not throw it away.

#21 5 years ago

RDS

RustyLizard

Pinside member

I'm bidding. Will see what happens. High bidder for now. Good luck to OP whatever.you decide.

#22 5 years ago

BOB

MrSanRamon

Pinside member

San Ramon, CA

19y 107K 3,479 6

Beautiful game.

Robert

#23 5 years ago

CRG

Toasterdog

Pinside member

Man I know this is going to piss some off, but I ended this auction early. I've never done this before and usually enjoy the auction process, but after posting on the Village (Fl collectors board) I've made a deal with someone local.

We've just agreed to the deal, but it was a fair offer and includes the transformer that I was looking for to complete my TAF restoration. I actually have the ad posted here. Anyway, I actually think that might have been enough to make me end it. I don't want to disclose any details because my intention is not to try and have someone one up it. Happy with deal in place.

#24 5 years ago

RDS

RustyLizard

Pinside member

Strange. I was high bidder and ebay didn't notify me that it ended.

#25 5 years ago

TWP

rollitover

Pinside member

South St Paul, MN

10y 76,550 2,070 5 19

Quoted from RustyLizard:
Strange. I was high bidder and ebay didn't notify me that it ended.

Unless you are being sarcastic, eBay would notify you that your bid has been canceled on their site as well as by email.
I received my notice earlier this evening.

#26 5 years ago

RDS

RustyLizard

Pinside member

Quoted from rollitover:
Unless you are being sarcastic, eBay would notify you that your bid has been canceled on their site as well as by email.
I received my notice earlier this evening.

I am not being sarcastic. Last I looked I was high bidder somewhere around $2700 and I didn't get a notice I was outbid or that the auction had ended. When I log in I cam see that it has ended.

#27 5 years ago

TWP

rollitover

Pinside member

South St Paul, MN

10y 76,550 2,070 5 19

Quoted from RustyLizard:
I am not being sarcastic. Last I looked I was high bidder somewhere around $2700 and I didn't get a notice I was outbid or that the auction had ended. When I log in I cam see that it has ended.

Last bid I saw was $2800.
It remained there for awile until the seller ended things early.
Somebody down in Flo-Rida
is going to be very happy.
On second thought, make that two.

#28 5 years ago

DOG

Whysnow

Pinside member

OP
Quoted from Toasterdog:
Man I know this is going to piss some off, but I ended this auction early. I've never done this before and usually enjoy the auction process, but after posting on the Village (Fl collectors board) I've made a deal with someone local.
We've just agreed to the deal, but it was a fair offer and includes the transformer that I was looking for to complete my TAF restoration. I actually have the ad posted here. Anyway, I actually think that might have been enough to make me end it. I don't want to disclose any details because my intention is not to try and have someone one up it. Happy with deal in place.

It honestly is pretty lame. Why even start an auction if you are just gonna pull the funny stuff and end it early?

Seems like a waste of everyones time.

#29 5 years ago

RDS

RustyLizard

Pinside member

Quoted from rollitover:
Last bid I saw was $2800.
It remained there for awile until the seller ended things early.
Somebody down in Flo-Rida
is going to be very happy.
On second thought, make that two.

My max was 2828.28 at that point and last email said I was high bidder at a number a little under that. Doesn't matter anymore

#30 5 years ago

CAD

cottonm4

Pinside+ Addict

Wichita, KS

10y 148K 16,560 10 23

Quoted from Whysnow:
It honestly is pretty lame. Why even start an auction if you are just gonna pull the funny stuff and end it early?
Seems like a waste of everyones time.

All his rules/standards were laid out and well written for all to see. He did not pull a rug out from under anyone. He advised all that he could pull the auction.

Nobody has been harmed.

#31 5 years ago

CRG

Toasterdog

Pinside member

Quoted from Whysnow:
It honestly is pretty lame. Why even start an auction if you are just gonna pull the funny stuff and end it early?
Seems like a waste of everyones time.

I don’t disagree with you. It happens a lot on stuff I watch and i always feel it’s an attempt to avoid Ebay fees. This wasn’t. I received a very fair offer with a part I need. Although the bid on Ebay was at 2800, I want worried about the price moving. I figured it might have stagnated there and jumped at the end with people trying to snipe it. I would do the same. I would have been okay with whatever price it sold for through the auction.

At this point I have a deal in place. I asked for no deposit.

I don’t expect it to, but if this deal falls though for some reason (set to take place this Thursday or Sunday depending on logistics) I will relist on Ebay at .99 and state in my auction it will run the duration of ad and only be sold to the highest bidder. I really do feel bad about ending the auction.

#32 5 years ago

TJD

elcolonel

Pinside member

Dacula, GA

8y 62,550 1,809 3 12 5

LOL, I love it! Op, you need to own a Titty Bar! The way you got people in the door with a post and 100 pictures and an innocent story was a gem. Then you had a roomful of hard tails whipping out their wallets and drooling all over themselves to throw cash around(Ebay auction that you hyped here and started), then you closed at 4 AM(ended the Ebay auction) and still had them talking about how they almost bedded a stripper as they drove home dry...

#33 5 years ago

PGR

PhilGreg

Ayscrim Studios

Québec, QC

11y 99,800 2,446 6

I've never seen a spacer bar like this inside the cab. Is this original or is it something you added?

#34 5 years ago

Madmax541

Pinside+ Frequent

11y 110K 2,058

Quoted from PhilGreg:
I've never seen a spacer bar like this inside the cab. Is this original or is it something you added?

That’s legit on FG

#35 5 years ago

RDS

RustyLizard

Pinside member

Quoted from elcolonel:
LOL, I love it! Op, you need to own a Titty Bar! The way you got people in the door with a post and 100 pictures and an innocent story was a gem. Then you had a roomful of hard tails whipping out their wallets and drooling all over themselves to throw cash around(Ebay auction that you hyped here and started), then you closed at 4 AM(ended the Ebay auction) and still had them talking about how they almost bedded a stripper as they drove home dry...

Not even close. My max bid was way under the value of the game and I have no interest in your sister.

#36 5 years ago

TJD

elcolonel

Pinside member

Dacula, GA

8y 62,550 1,809 3 12 5

LOL, I have 5 sisters actually(not just 1 too choose from), but nice to hear the Lizard chime in....Op played this deal masterfully, although I would say unintentionally!

#37 5 years ago

CRG

Toasterdog

Pinside member

Quoted from elcolonel:
Op played this deal masterfully, although I would say unintentionally!

I'm guilty of starting a forum post to promote my .99 auction NR auction on Ebay (more guilt for stopping it)

What's semi funny is I would not have posted my ad on the Village BBS had someone not contacted me on Pinside asking about my Ebay statement saying I had it "listed on a local forum, so bid early". Like I said I've never ended my auctions early but I usually throw that statement in just in case some weird event comes up. After they contacted me I figured I better follow through and just post on the Village.

Buyer made a very solid offer (and creative adding the transformer into the offer that I have a WTB ad listed on here) considering where Ebay auction was at and explained why the game was important to them. Both of us have been on the Village for years so it's a bonus it will stay local.

#38 5 years ago

RDS

RustyLizard

Pinside member