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I WOULD LIKE MY FIRST GAME TO BE A MID 60'S TO MID 70'S PINBALL!!
« on: November 03, 2011, 12:45:43 AM »
Hello from the northern suburbs of Melbourne Victoria, specifically Reservoir East. Looking for a Gottlieb or Bally pin that has been restored or is in total excellent condition. A simple electro magnetic game for a simple start to my playing enjoyment. Budget around 2 thousand to maybe more depending on the circumstances. Have been looking overseas but shipment could be a problem although there are positives ( prices ). Thank you for letting me join this important and interesting community. sabojams  *%*
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Re: I WOULD LIKE MY FIRST GAME TO BE A MID 60'S TO MID 70'S PINBALL!!
« Reply #1 on: November 03, 2011, 01:05:53 AM »
Welcome to AUSSIE PINBALL Shouldnt have to much trouble finding a good working em in your budget sadly I'm unable to help.   Good luck with the search
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Re: I WOULD LIKE MY FIRST GAME TO BE A MID 60'S TO MID 70'S PINBALL!!
« Reply #2 on: November 03, 2011, 01:08:31 AM »
any reason other then nostalgia for a 60/70's pin? will you be fixing things yourself or relying on a tech?? 2k is plenty, more then plenty. dont buy overseas theres tooooo many things involved just for one pin. em owners tend to hoard more then others and it can be tough gaining access but joining here and places like this is a good start.
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Re: I WOULD LIKE MY FIRST GAME TO BE A MID 60'S TO MID 70'S PINBALL!!
« Reply #3 on: November 03, 2011, 01:46:56 AM »
Welcome sabojams,

A top condition mid 60's game will cost around the budget you are talking. Its all dependant on title, for instance a Gottlieb Bank A ball will set you back around $1200+ for a non working project, good condition 50's machine.. add a grand to 2 grand minimum. 70's titles tend to come in cheaper as there are more about... been  a few Drop A card's about lately for around $1200 working.. classic Gottlieb drop target games... good buying id say
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Re: I WOULD LIKE MY FIRST GAME TO BE A MID 60'S TO MID 70'S PINBALL!!
« Reply #4 on: November 03, 2011, 05:25:42 AM »
Thanks, great advice!!
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« Reply #5 on: November 03, 2011, 05:41:51 AM »
Quote from: dontlikepinball on November 03, 2011, 01:08:31 AM
any reason other then nostalgia for a 60/70's pin? will you be fixing things yourself or relying on a tech?? 2k is plenty, more then plenty. dont buy overseas theres tooooo many things involved just for one pin. em owners tend to hoard more then others and it can be tough gaining access but joining here and places like this is a good start.
Hello, this is sabojams and I just want to start with a simple game. I cannot restore a pin but I'm fussy about condition.
Great advice and thank you.
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Re: I WOULD LIKE MY FIRST GAME TO BE A MID 60'S TO MID 70'S PINBALL!!
« Reply #6 on: November 03, 2011, 05:44:32 AM »
Quote from: ddstoys on November 03, 2011, 01:05:53 AM
Welcome to AUSSIE PINBALL Shouldnt have to much trouble finding a good working em in your budget sadly I'm unable to help.   Good luck with the search
Thanks for your honesty and reply!!
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Re: I WOULD LIKE MY FIRST GAME TO BE A MID 60'S TO MID 70'S PINBALL!!
« Reply #7 on: November 03, 2011, 07:36:43 AM »
 $.$ sabojam &  %)%. A single player wedgeheads is a good start, they are not as complicated. Great to see another EM fan. Keep your eye out on this site or Ebay, where one may come up in the condition you want. 
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Re: I WOULD LIKE MY FIRST GAME TO BE A MID 60'S TO MID 70'S PINBALL!!
« Reply #8 on: November 03, 2011, 08:06:39 AM »
Welcome and good luck with your hunt. Mighty even be able to pick up two in a bundle deal for that money if you run across the right person.
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Re: I WOULD LIKE MY FIRST GAME TO BE A MID 60'S TO MID 70'S PINBALL!!
« Reply #10 on: November 03, 2011, 09:39:48 AM »
 $.$ amd  %)% to Aussie Pinball !

East Reservoir - My old "stamping ground"  ^^^

Don't buy overseas - no need - there PLENTY of EMs around locally, and you should easily find a game either on eBay or privately without an issue. As Gavin mentioned, there's been a few "Drop-A-card"s going cheap. It is a buyer's market, so take your time. $2000 will easily buy you an EM with change. If you are fussy and you want to play a game straight away, you will want a restored machine. Use eBay as guide, get you post count above 20 to view the trading section on this forum and ask plenty of questions.

Don't buy on impulse -Do some groundwork first to avoid the pitfalls !
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« Reply #11 on: November 03, 2011, 11:04:46 AM »
Hi and welcome to the forum. %)%

Good luck with your search. ^^^
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Re: I WOULD LIKE MY FIRST GAME TO BE A MID 60'S TO MID 70'S PINBALL!!
« Reply #12 on: November 03, 2011, 11:06:16 AM »
Gday and  %)%. Bet you buy more than one game  %.%
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Re: I WOULD LIKE MY FIRST GAME TO BE A MID 60'S TO MID 70'S PINBALL!!
« Reply #14 on: November 03, 2011, 10:53:00 PM »
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