I would luv to see 70's and 80's machines imported. For example can an importer offer a project Meteor for 500, are you making enough to make it worthwhile?
Define "Project"...
Scenario #1
Backglass is peeling, 3 plastics are broken and there is significant wear around the bonus area. MPU is corroded and the displays are present, but all have faults. It is a project machine.
Scenario #2
Mint backglass, all plastics intact and the playfield is filthy, but has no visible wear. All the boards including the displays are missing.It is a project machine.
Scenario #3
Average playfield, backglass and plastics. No legs. Missing front door. All board present, but does not boot. It is a project machine.
Which game is worth $500 - $1000 ?
How badly do you want a Meteor - is it you "Holy Grail" Pinball ?
Each machine must be taken on its own merits. Meteor is a sought after machine and only recently has earned respect amongst collectors. CPR are making plastics, and Gavin (Retropin) is offerring Playfield and backglass restoration services. You can repair (Owen - Pinball-Fixer) or replace the boards in the machine (Altek)..
It is a difficult task to value a project machine..
