Hmm I have been thinking about something similar. In the pin community I find myself somewhat seperate to the guys that restore their machines to a "mint" condition. Or guys that I know who refuse to buy a pin with any playfield wear etc.

For me they just have to play really well, and look ok. But we all enjoy different aspects, and some enjoy restos more than playing them. Me, I just enjoy playing them, and keeping the buggers going. Also just owning them, and in any condition, for me thats really cool as well.