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Hi, I have a Gottlieb Southern Belle pinball machine from 1955. I have had this game for about 45 years although I have done little to maintain it. Basically it is in good shape mechanically/electronically but is showing its age otherwise. There is some flaking of the paint/ink from the backglass and a lot of crazing and warping of the plastic in the playfield. I would appreciate it if you could tell me how to value it. I have had this game for a long time and hesitate to part with it but since I am no longer using it, it seems only fair to me that someone else should enjoy it as I have over the years.
Hi Mike,
In average condition your game "Southern Bell" is worth $925.00. Made in 1955, and they made 1,000.00 of them. Anything less then average condition for all these years you could take away from the value, but your right in there some.
Thank You
Rodger
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