Crazy prices exist because there are crazy people who don't do their homework. Some dealer's acumen is simple - lure in the rich types, but find out if they know the market. If they don't know the market, then it is one price, if they do, then it is another price. Identify the car they drove to the showroom or factory and that gives the dealer an idea of what he should be charging.

It is the same in any industry.

The pinball industry is changing because over the last 10 years, machines have become more readily available. There are many sellers that a customer can look for - if they are smart enough and follow due diligence. It is a tough market to survive in at the moment. Our industry is not regulated, so the standards are all over the place. Price reflects this. Some sellers version of "shopped", "restored" or the new buzz word "High End Restoration" are thrown around liberally.

I think the price of Getaway is - "whatever a buyer will pay". That's where the industry is now.