What's my next pin?

[Discodan]

Well after stating here just a few weeks ago that I only needed one pin it's time to eat my words. I'm not in a rush but it's time to start researching what's going to sit next to the TAF so I'd welcome the collective wisdom of the group.

- It would need to be a bit cheaper than the TAF, I'm thinking $3k or less is nice.
- DMD onwards
- reliable and in good operating condition, I don't have the time for a resto project unfortunately

One option I'd looked at was Tommy, I always liked the flipper shutter feature. I guess I'm looking for a bit of an underrated sleeper of a machine. CFTBL is another option although I don't love the game play as much as some here. I always like Dredd but it may be a bit adult themed to get past the missus/kids

Are there any other left field options I'm missing?

thanks in advance
d

[robm]

A few really good value (in terms of playability) options in my opinion are:

Whitewater
Black Rose
Johnny Mnemonic
Roadshow
Jurassic Park
Junkyard (may be over $3k)

A couple of the Stern machines that aren't mentioned much that i really enjoy are:
Monopoly
Roller Coaster Tycoon
Ripley's (again, prob over $3k)

In fact i have kept a number of these machines over Addams that i sold..

[Caveoftreasures]

Last Action Hero (Data East)
Frankenstein (Sega)
Star Trek 25th Anniversary (Data East)
Tales from the Crypt (Data East)
Fishtales (Bally/WMS)
X Files (Sega)
Revenge from Mars (Pin2000)
Star Wars Episode 1 (Pin2000)
Star Wars (Data East)

are just a few more titles which are excellent value for money and great playing games at affordable prices.

Even a Star Trek Next Generation in project form for under 3 grand can be had, and sometimes u can get lucky on ebay and buy one for $3k which might only need rubbers n bulbs n a clean if someone is selling cheap for a quick sale, which is a great game.

Search ebay, gumtree and trading post often, as well as visit any pinball dealers in your area, because alot of people have alot of stock and sometimes u can be in the right place at the right time !  goodluck with your search....

[MartyJ]

You should be able to pick a nice Tommy for under $2500.

[Cursed]

For the money you are looking at i would highly recommend The Shadow or Roadshow. Awesome bang for buck pins 

[Strangeways]

Flintstones
Judge Dredd
Corvette (bit over $3k)
Star Wars
Jurassic Park (bit over $3k)
Shadow
Roadshow

Also - depends on the quality of the restoration / reconditioning 

[Discodan]

Thanks guys, that's great. Some good games I have fond memories of in there and quite a few I haven't played as well. jurassic park and star trek NG are tempting but I should get out there and start test driving a few. its good to know you can get good games without paying silly money

cheers
d

[ajlaird]

It always amazes me just how many very good and playable machines can be had in the $1800 - $2500 range. Depends on who is selling, of course.

Now these are not so called A list titles but there are definitely a number of very good pinball machines to be had in this price range, especially if purchased in unrestored but still good condition.

$3000 should give you a great choice of games, as evidenced already by those listed.

[ktm450]

There are heaps of games under $3000 that fit your bill, get out and play a heap and then make your decision