What is a Pinball Machine Worth?
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The value of a pinball machine is a highly subjective subject. A totally restored Medieval Madness might sell to a serious collector for well in excess of $10,000. A pinball dealer might offer $5000 for the same machine a week later. A tire-kicker might offer $3000 because the machine is "not original".
So pinball price is dependent on desirability, availability, and condition. Guides are available that track the price on an annual basis.
Broadly speaking, pinball machines price out into several groups. Each group has a high and low section.
Exceptions - pinball machines that can exceed $10,000.
Big Bang Bar Medieval Madness, premium restoration Cactus Canyon
The "A" List - $4000 and up
Medieval Madness
Monster Bash Black Spider-Man
The "B" List - $3000 - $4000 Atack from Mars Cirqus Voltaire Safecracker Lord of the Rings Spider-Man
Theater of Magic The Simpsons' Pinball Party Indiana Jones: The Pinball Adventure Twilight Zone
The "C" List - $2000 - $3000 Creature from the Black Lagoon
Star Trek: The Next Generation
Whitewater
The "D" List - Under $2,000 - great value machines
Demolition Man
Johnny Mnemonic
Judge Dredd