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We have a Bally " Paragon" coin operated pin ball machine.
Original paint ( gold,pink,black) top class signed Paul Faris.
It stopped working about 2 years ago. Can you tell me approx. whay it is worth and the best way to sell it.
Thank you,
Carol
Hi Carol, Bally Paragon is a classic Bally 1980's game. It's is one of the widebody games they made in that period. Value,non working but excellent cosmetics would be around $500. Better to having it working when you sell, as most buyers need a working game. The best way to sell is on local craigslist or the local paper, as out of town shipping costs $400, which is almost the value of the machine! Larry www.coinoplibrary.com
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Expertise
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.
Experience
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.
Education/Credentials
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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