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Hi Larry,
GREAT site you have here.
Is there a "For-Sale" market for these older machines? I've had one for years and moving to FL and the last thing I want to do is take it with me. I'm in St. Charles, IL. Where can I sell it?#Ebay out because of policy.#And how much is it worth? It needs a few parts like the rubber coin sorter star-wheel but other wise in good shape. Thanks for any advice you can give me.
Richard
Hi Richard, Machines from the 70's-90's are not very valuable, and not working perfectly doesn't help. I'd recommend bringing it to the Chicagoland show at the St Charles megacenter in November and see if a dealer might give you a little bit for it. Good luck!
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| Comment | Thanks Larry. I appreciate your response even though I hoped there was value to the machine. When I opened it and saw the birds-nest of wires and mechanics, I guess I'm not surprised. Scrapping it may be better than lugging ot to the show. | ||
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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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