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That’s exactly what I thought. Can’t really tell from the photos but I bet it’s had a hard life
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That’s exactly what I thought. Can’t really tell from the photos but I bet it’s had a hard life
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Yea there will be a fault usually highlighted on start up.
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I would have thought 2k is high, but with the current prices around, who knows.
Maybe you could go check it out if not to far and see if they would move on the price if bought off eBay?
DH has been selling this year closer to 3k. even in that state at 2k buy it now i would have grabbed that one (its on a starting auction at 2k with offers above) but I imagine seller looking for a lot more. Hope the arcade is looking to upgrade pins rather that get rid of them altogther
I wonder if the Adams is the one mentioned on this one: https://www.pinballinfo.com/community/threads/barry-island-where-pinballs-go-to-die….50051/
Might do if I've got a spare couple of hours this weekend!
Agree.. DH is a cracking game, not many DMD’s for less than £2K now days.
I maybe getting my old one back, that’s the only reason I haven’t put in the first bid
I maybe getting my old one back, that’s the only reason I haven’t put in the first bid
Just done some detective work and as far back as 2012 adam's was in rough condition!
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"30p a game or 4 games for £1. 3 balls per game. Not a game in very good condition with most of the GI and insert lights out. Thing flipper sticking and Thing not picking up the ball" as per the comment - likely fixed by now but I suspect the game is not tip top.
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"30p a game or 4 games for £1. 3 balls per game. Not a game in very good condition with most of the GI and insert lights out. Thing flipper sticking and Thing not picking up the ball" as per the comment - likely fixed by now but I suspect the game is not tip top.
I have had pins from Barry Island. They were rescued 20 years ago so weren't trashed.
Viewing is easy, just pop in the arcade on the seafront (it has a black sign without writing)
Viewing is easy, just pop in the arcade on the seafront (it has a black sign without writing)
if someone pays 5k for that addams then there brains turn to custard
You never know till you get there..
LED kit, playfield clean and some flippper/ coil rebuild kits and you could be happy
LED kit, playfield clean and some flippper/ coil rebuild kits and you could be happy
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I agree. I think with photos on the auction and description, you would definitely want to view before putting in a bid.
I have a feeling though that TAF will get re-listed
If a SMB which looks like it came from an operator raid in Atlantis can sell on here for £1800, then using that logic the Dirty Harry is worth £10k.
Looking closer at the pictures- Mansion - 2 windows have wear, Inlane to the right wear at the wireform drop.
It is filthy, so probably a lot more going on under that lot.. scoop holes look worn too
It is filthy, so probably a lot more going on under that lot.. scoop holes look worn too
One custard bidder already
£5k is entry level for a working addams in current market. a non working project adams is £3,500
Theres a reason why there ain't any Addams non working projects for £3500.
I'd pay close attention to anyone bigging up or shouting down any pin. Especially if they are a dealer or someone who has said pin in their current lineup.
Always play before you buy. If that's not possible and the seller isn't reputable, prepare thy bumhole.
Always play before you buy. If that's not possible and the seller isn't reputable, prepare thy bumhole.
…… and here endeth the lesson
I've played this TAF recently. I was in Barry Island with the kids and out of all the pinball listings online this was the only arcade which actually had any. I was pretty excited as I've not played TAF since I was at uni in the late 90s, and told the kids it was one of the greatest machines of all time.Both seem to be still on location in an arcade, and from the sound of it will need some work. The cabinet on Dirty Harry looks pretty good.
One bid on TAF
Williams Dirty Harry Pinball Machine Located In South Wales | eBay
<p>Williams Dirty Harry Pinball Machine. </p><br /><p>Including original manual.</p><p>This has been sited in our arcades since approximately 1995 when it was purchased new.</p><p>It shows arcade appropriate signs of use and wear, viewing is highly recommended.</p><p>It is still being used and...www.ebay.co.uk
Bally Addams Family Pinball Machine Located In South Wales | eBay
<p>Bally Addams Family Pinball Machine. </p><br /><p>Including spares and both original manuals.</p><p>This has been sited in an arcade since approximately 1992 when it was purchased new.</p><p>It shows arcade appropriate signs of use and wear, viewing is highly recommended.</p><p>It is still...www.ebay.co.uk
It was so bad we managed one ball before abandoning it. Flippers felt really weak, one was intermittent whether it worked at all and the whole thing just felt knackered.
Dirty Harry was switched off with the head folded in the entrance to the arcade.
This was about 3 months ago
Dirty Harry appears to have disappeared from eBay - strange. Saw a project Dr Dude as well go up - https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/133913572486?hash=item1f2ddef486:g:2FUAAOSwS45hdbXg - thoughts on final price?
I imagine DH had a bid but seller was messaged with a cash price he couldn't refuse. Expect to see a wiped over one on eBay for £4995 or something equally daft
A better condition one went for just under £2k on ebay. This one has issues for sure, looks like it's mouldy and maybe had water damage in the past. Lots of hacks to the wiring. Gonna be a project for sure.
Its about 5 miles away from me, I could go view it, but ----- too many projects on the go........
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Painted cab, but worth a punt for anyone in the area..?
Ballys Vintage Full Size Mini Zag 1950/60 Pinball Machine,
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That Mini Zag looks decent, if it was stored working then probably a swab clean over the switch contacts will bring it back and the basic cab art is an easy restore.
I like these Zale zipper flipper machines that can be modded to Added Ball option too
I like these Zale zipper flipper machines that can be modded to Added Ball option too
Must resist! On a completely unrelated note, does EM glass just sit on the machine as opposed to having a rail + lockdown bar?Painted cab, but worth a punt for anyone in the area..?
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I think that particular machine has a "canopy" glass, the glass is held in a 4 sided frame comprising side rails and lock bar, it hinges up from the back and has supports that swivel up from the cab to support it.
add gone now - snapped up..
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