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Hi,
I have inherited a 1938 Bally Paramount Pinball Machine. It still works and is in decent condition for a machine that old. Do you have any idea what this machine is worth? I saw an ad on ebay for a brochure that someone was trying to sell for $150, so I hope the machine is worth more than that.
Any help you can give me as far as the value of this machine would be much appreciated.
Dora Tletski
Hi Dora,
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Well.......... Why do I have to be the one delivering bad new, I hate that. But, the new is that the value guide gives this machine in average condition a value of just that: 150.00. I'll attach that to this answer so you can be mad at the guide and not me ok? The truth is Dora, This value is only a guide, that all. The real value is what you are asking for it and what the interested buyer is willing to pay for it. It's a neat game, I might try asking $600.00 or more for it, it's not every day you see a 1933 pinball machine, if it plays great, and looks good, someone might just want it and be willing to pay that and more. There not going to go down the block and find another one. Sorry it isn't worth a bunch, but it is to someone looking for one.
Thank You
Rodger Knutson
Http://www.coinslots.com
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| Comment | Wonderfully witty answer! You broke the bad news and still made me chuckle. I would ask your opinion anytime! It's nice to know that any reasonable offer would be acceptable! You Rock! | ||
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