Collectibles-General (Antiques)/Coke machine

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Expert: - 1/25/2009


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Hi I have an old coke machine and was wondering the value - it seems to still work and has all of the pieces to it. Model # is 27.

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Hi KaCe, The Vendo model 27 is one of the smaller coke machines.  It generally sat on a tube stand.  They used to be higher value but have dropped a bit in the last few years.  Restored they bring around $3000, but unrestored, unless a perfect original, will bring approximately $800.  larry www.coinoplibrary.com

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Larry Bieza

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I can answer virtually any question relating to coin operated machines. I have been a BUYER and COLLECTOR for over 25 years and have authored a number of PRICE GUIDES on the subject. My favorite coin operated items are penny arcade machines and pinball games, although I have a vast knowledge in all areas. I also have a huge quantity of coin operated paper advertising which can help date and identify most items.I can answer questions on vending machines, arcade machines, fortune tellers, slot machines, digger/crane machines, gumball machines, peanut machine, gum machine, strength testers, lung testers, pinball machines, gambling machines, bowling machines, etc. I have expertise in the machines from Mills Novelty, Caille, Watling, Keeney, Genco, Chicago Coin, Gottlieb, Bally, Williams, etc.

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I have written a number of Price Guides for penny arcade machines AND for pinball games and am considered one of the experts in the hobby on pricing.

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I come from the school of experience. Collecting Coin operated items is my life and hopefully you have some questions to test my abilities!

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