I need help on this one...

Bennykeith

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I found an old Pinball machine in a building i bought called Palm Springs. Its in good shape as far as the signage and frame go. it's missing the top glass and I haven't had the chance to plug it in to see if it comes on.

My question to anyone out there that cares to answer is what is this thing worth as it sits compared to if I invest to restore it. I'm thinking of just selling it out right for parts, but if it 's worth it I'll have someone restore it for me.
 
It's the one from 1953. I came across several games in a building I purchased which all worked and this one seems the most unique. I haven't tried plugging it in yet but it looks awesome! Just no glass over the play field . All the electronics seem to be intact too. I haven't gone back to test it but I'm thinking it might need some help.
 
The 1953 Palm Springs is a bingo style pinball machine. 2011 Mr. Pinball price guide says 200 bucks for that one, but that's in decent working condition and not missing the playfield glass. They're not as popular as regular flipper pins. Google "bingo pinball" and you'll find more info. Here's a little more info on that specific machine - http://bingo.cdyn.com/machines/bally/palm_springs/
 
stick it on craigslist for 150, see what happens, or give it away, give it to a thrift store - whatever - but don't burn it.
 
It's the one from 1953. I came across several games in a building I purchased which all worked and this one seems the most unique. I haven't tried plugging it in yet but it looks awesome! Just no glass over the play field . All the electronics seem to be intact too. I haven't gone back to test it but I'm thinking it might need some help.

Yeah, it's the bingo--those have surprisingly low values these days, despite their complexity. There were lots and lots of different bingos made over the years. (And there are no degrees of 'unique'--something either is unique or it isn't.)
 
Bingo's don't fetch much because they're a niche market, and they're a pain in the ass to work on for the gameplay they provide.

Don't burn it, even if you get $50 for it...someone who DOES want it will enjoy it. Burning it for any reason other than it's rotting and falling apart is just WRONG.
 
I won't burn it. I was only kidding. Ill try and sell it. If not I'll donate it. I bought a shop with pinball and arcade games all in it and I'm just trying to sale them all. I couldn't figure out what this machine was worth. Thanks for all your replies guys!
 
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