To sell or refurbish a Ms. Pacman Upright

[razor1]

I just bought 3 Ms. Pacman Upright that were each broken in their own way. I was able to immediately get one of them to work. I obviously don't need three, so I was thinking about selling 2 of them, once repaired, and keep one for myself. The game works flawlessly, the cabinet etc. have standard wear. There are no spots that have been painted over, and the side and front art are visible although faded. The question is whether it's worth it to repaint the cabinet and either re-stencil the artwork and/or purchase new vinyl artwork or simply sell them as is? Does the complete refurbishing demand that much more money on the private sale market?

Thanks.

[javeryh]

Fixing them up might not be worth it if you are looking to turn a profit.  You'd have better luck selling them as-is I would think.  Where are you located?  I'll take one!   

[Ginsu Victim]

  Where are you located?

Hollywood, FL

[javeryh]

Too far.

[shardian]

Go over to Ricky's, and ask Billy Mitchell to sign them. That ought to increase their values.

[razor1]

What's the chance that Ricky's delivers and Billy is the delivery guy?

"Oh thanks for the food, how about a game of Ms. Pacman?"

[TOK]

If you place any value on your time, I think you're ahead to fix them, clean them up and do minor touch ups (perhaps new buttons and control panel overlay). Basically the value you increase it to by making it perfect doesn't equal the work and time required to get it there.

[DeLuSioNal29]

I agree with the overall opinion.  You'd probably want to leave the sideart and frontart alone and just update the control panel with fresh artwork, buttons and a joystick.  A marquee may also be in order along with a working light.

DeLuSioNaL

[razor1]

Great thanks. The marque and monitor artwork are in good condition, so I got lucky. What about the coin slots etc, do these need to be in tip top?

[severdhed]

i'd say give them a good cleaning and try to fix up any real problem areas.  a big part of what makes these cabinets desirable is the nostalgia....and fortunately not too many people have ever seen one of these cabinets in excellent condition

[razor1]

So now the big question. The game works. The marque and glass artwork are intact. I'm getting new artwork for the control panel and will spit shine the coin mechanics. The rest of the cabinet has the original stencilled artwork with no modifications etc. but does show the wear consistent with its age. What's it worth? What is reasonable to ask for this machine in the above condition?

Thanks for all your help.

[SirPeale]

Working with minimal wear and no wood damage?  $400-$500.

[Malenko]

how much is the free shipping to 21921?

[razor1]

how much is the free shipping to 21921?

Who said anything about free shipping?

[chiro]

Does anyone know of someone who can refurb a Ms Pacman machine in Central Florida (Melbourne)? Ours works but just needs some cosmetic repairs.

[D_Harris]

I just bought 3 Ms. Pacman Upright that were each broken in their own way. I was able to immediately get one of them to work. I obviously don't need three, so I was thinking about selling 2 of them, once repaired, and keep one for myself. The game works flawlessly, the cabinet etc. have standard wear. There are no spots that have been painted over, and the side and front art are visible although faded. The question is whether it's worth it to repaint the cabinet and either re-stencil the artwork and/or purchase new vinyl artwork or simply sell them as is? Does the complete refurbishing demand that much more money on the private sale market?

Thanks.

There is no way anyone can reliably answer whether of not it is worth it to fix and sell the Ms. Pac-man games without knowing what is wrong with the games or seeing the condition of the cabinets. Knowing how much time you are willing to put into these projects, as well as, how much you bought them for and also want to sell them for.

You weren't specific about what was wrong with the two non-working ones, and you've posted no pictures.

Darren Harris
Staten Island, New York.

[Hoopz]

I just bought 3 Ms. Pacman Upright that were each broken in their own way. I was able to immediately get one of them to work. I obviously don't need three, so I was thinking about selling 2 of them, once repaired, and keep one for myself. The game works flawlessly, the cabinet etc. have standard wear. There are no spots that have been painted over, and the side and front art are visible although faded. The question is whether it's worth it to repaint the cabinet and either re-stencil the artwork and/or purchase new vinyl artwork or simply sell them as is? Does the complete refurbishing demand that much more money on the private sale market?

Thanks.

There is no way anyone can reliably answer whether of not it is worth it to fix and sell the Ms. Pac-man games without knowing what is wrong with the games or seeing the condition of the cabinets. Knowing how much time you are willing to put into these projects, as well as, how much you bought them for and also want to sell them for.

You weren't specific about what was wrong with the two non-working ones, and you've posted no pictures.

Darren Harris
Staten Island, New York.

And you're responding to a post that was made in August of 2009.

[opt2not]

[D_Harris]

I just bought 3 Ms. Pacman Upright that were each broken in their own way. I was able to immediately get one of them to work. I obviously don't need three, so I was thinking about selling 2 of them, once repaired, and keep one for myself. The game works flawlessly, the cabinet etc. have standard wear. There are no spots that have been painted over, and the side and front art are visible although faded. The question is whether it's worth it to repaint the cabinet and either re-stencil the artwork and/or purchase new vinyl artwork or simply sell them as is? Does the complete refurbishing demand that much more money on the private sale market?

Thanks.

There is no way anyone can reliably answer whether of not it is worth it to fix and sell the Ms. Pac-man games without knowing what is wrong with the games or seeing the condition of the cabinets. Knowing how much time you are willing to put into these projects, as well as, how much you bought them for and also want to sell them for.

You weren't specific about what was wrong with the two non-working ones, and you've posted no pictures.

Darren Harris
Staten Island, New York.

And you're responding to a post that was made in August of 2009.

Whatever. I'm not the one who pulled the thread up today. (And what I said is still relevant).

Darren Harris
Staten Island, New York.

[Hoopz]

I just bought 3 Ms. Pacman Upright that were each broken in their own way. I was able to immediately get one of them to work. I obviously don't need three, so I was thinking about selling 2 of them, once repaired, and keep one for myself. The game works flawlessly, the cabinet etc. have standard wear. There are no spots that have been painted over, and the side and front art are visible although faded. The question is whether it's worth it to repaint the cabinet and either re-stencil the artwork and/or purchase new vinyl artwork or simply sell them as is? Does the complete refurbishing demand that much more money on the private sale market?

Thanks.

There is no way anyone can reliably answer whether of not it is worth it to fix and sell the Ms. Pac-man games without knowing what is wrong with the games or seeing the condition of the cabinets. Knowing how much time you are willing to put into these projects, as well as, how much you bought them for and also want to sell them for.

You weren't specific about what was wrong with the two non-working ones, and you've posted no pictures.

Darren Harris
Staten Island, New York.

And you're responding to a post that was made in August of 2009.

Whatever. I'm not the one who pulled the thread up today. (And what I said is still relevant).

Darren Harris
Staten Island, New York.

No, but it's not a big deal.  I'm sure the OP is going to check his thread now.  Heck, it's only been since September of 09 when he logged in last.

[D_Harris]

I just bought 3 Ms. Pacman Upright that were each broken in their own way. I was able to immediately get one of them to work. I obviously don't need three, so I was thinking about selling 2 of them, once repaired, and keep one for myself. The game works flawlessly, the cabinet etc. have standard wear. There are no spots that have been painted over, and the side and front art are visible although faded. The question is whether it's worth it to repaint the cabinet and either re-stencil the artwork and/or purchase new vinyl artwork or simply sell them as is? Does the complete refurbishing demand that much more money on the private sale market?

Thanks.

There is no way anyone can reliably answer whether of not it is worth it to fix and sell the Ms. Pac-man games without knowing what is wrong with the games or seeing the condition of the cabinets. Knowing how much time you are willing to put into these projects, as well as, how much you bought them for and also want to sell them for.

You weren't specific about what was wrong with the two non-working ones, and you've posted no pictures.

Darren Harris
Staten Island, New York.

And you're responding to a post that was made in August of 2009.

Whatever. I'm not the one who pulled the thread up today. (And what I said is still relevant).

Darren Harris
Staten Island, New York.

No, but it's not a big deal.  I'm sure the OP is going to check his thread now.  Heck, it's only been since September of 09 when he logged in last.

Entire threads are not just for the original posters.

Darren Harris
Staten Island, New York.

[opt2not]

Entire threads are not just for the original posters.

Darren Harris
Staten Island, New York.

Yeah, 'cause your incites on the matter really brought out the value of this posting. Let me bookmark this wisdom for my reference.
Clearly the OP got the answer he was looking for, and it is quite clear to anyone else reading through this thread that fixing up a ms.pac wouldn't be worth it for a profit. Done.

He already wrote what was wrong with the machines, so seeing pictures of them is pretty pointless and redundant:

the cabinet etc. have standard wear. There are no spots that have been painted over, and the side and front art are visible although faded.

but does show the wear consistent with its age.

Using your imagination; you can probably count for fading, scratches, possible wood-chipping, rust dust & dirt. Nothing that can't be fixed without a good cleaning, stripping, filling and re-stencil if he chose this route. If there was water damage, that would have been something to post pictures about, with the inquiry of whether it was fixable. But then, he would have said so.

The thread was resurrected by a one-time poster looking for a tech in Florida, in hopes that this guy could help or at least point him in the right direction.

Hoopz said it right, it's not a big deal that you overlooked the original date of the post you were replying to. Happens to all of us. Just be man enough to admit it, instead of the stubborn I'm holier than thou attitude.

[D_Harris]

Entire threads are not just for the original posters.

Darren Harris
Staten Island, New York.

Yeah, 'cause your incites on the matter really brought out the value of this posting. Let me bookmark this wisdom for my reference.

And what is "incites"?

Clearly the OP got the answer he was looking for, and it is quite clear to anyone else reading through this thread that fixing up a ms.pac wouldn't be worth it for a profit. Done.

No it was not done. It was done after I posted.

He already wrote what was wrong with the machines, so seeing pictures of them is pretty pointless and redundant:

Incorrect. Where did he write the specifics on why two of the machines were not working?

And as far as cabinet condition, they say "a picture is worth a thousand words" for a reason. And if he knew enough to describe them accurately we would not have needed to post the question.

There is no such thing as "standard wear". Two 30 year old games can be in completely different condition depending on what environment they've been in.

Using your imagination; you can probably count for fading, scratches, possible wood-chipping, rust dust & dirt. Nothing that can't be fixed without a good cleaning, stripping, filling and re-stencil if he chose this route. If there was water damage, that would have been something to post pictures about, with the inquiry of whether it was fixable. But then, he would have said so.

Use "your imagination"?

Two individuals don't necessarily have to agree about the condition of one machine, which is why pictures are always helpful. And you're conveniently over looking the fact that his non working games went beyond just possible cabinet repair.

The thread was resurrected by a one-time poster looking for a tech in Florida, in hopes that this guy could help or at least point him in the right direction.

So... You didn't jump on him for not starting a thread with his question...

Hoopz said it right, it's not a big deal that you overlooked the original date of the post you were replying to. Happens to all of us. Just be man enough to admit it, instead of the stubborn I'm holier than thou attitude.

That's right. I didn't check the date. But what did I have to admit?

I gave good answers in this thread.

Obviously you didn't reach your troll quota for this week. (Get a life).

Darren Harris
Staten Island, New York.

[opt2not]

And what is "incites"?

What are incites.
...and that would be a type-o. Supposed to have been 'insights'.
I can admit that I made a mistake.

No it was not done. It was done after I posted.

Ok then, if you could close-off the rest of the outdated threads with your insights, that'd be great.

Incorrect. Where did he write the specifics on why two of the machines were not working?

From a 3 year old thread, of which the op probably is
n't going to reply, does it even matter?

Use "your imagination"?

Did I stutter?

you're conveniently over looking the fact that his non
working games went beyond just possible cabinet repair.

Really? Point out to me exactly where he said the other two cabinets were "beyond repair". All he said was they're broken in their own way. He was already able to get one working...also, notice that his questions were mainly based on the aesthetics of the cabinets? Not about how to fix 'em.

So... You didn't jump on him for not starting a thread with his question...

Well he didn't come off as being condescending. He was just looking for help from a guy that lives in his state that owned a few ms.pacs.

It's funny that you're shelling out your advice here, to a thread that's pretty similar to your klov post.. Where are your pictures of the condition of your cocktail, hmm?
Perhaps you should take your own advice.

[Nephasth]

Give a grown man the internet and... 

[Thenasty]

if all this good sugestions giving you a BIG HEADACHE, just visit the B/S/T section and one of the TOPIC on top says "Free Items - Official Thread", just POST IT THERE and your HEADACHE will be gone. 






ooo......before you do it, LMK first 

[D_Harris]

And what is "incites"?

What are incites.
...and that would be a type-o. Supposed to have been 'insights'.
I can admit that I made a mistake.

Good for you.

No it was not done. It was done after I posted.

Ok then, if you could close-off the rest of the outdated threads with your insights, that'd be great.

And have to deal with your ignorance because you have nothing else to do?

Incorrect. Where did he write the specifics on why two of the machines were not working?

From a 3 year old thread, of which the op probably is
n't going to reply, does it even matter?

It mattered enough for you to start attacking me.

Use "your imagination"?

Did I stutter?

Is that the best you can do. Obviously you can't always admit when you are wrong.

you're conveniently over looking the fact that his non
working games went beyond just possible cabinet repair.

Really? Point out to me exactly where he said the other two cabinets were "beyond repair". All he said was they're broken in their own way. He was already able to get one working...also, notice that his questions were mainly based on the aesthetics of the cabinets? Not about how to fix 'em.

"Beyond repair"? Who said "beyond repair"? You ignore the point made and then make up an imaginary quote.

The fact remains. He stated that two of the games were still not working. He was concerned about whether or not it was worth it to put money into them before selling. Is a clue forming yet?

So... You didn't jump on him for not starting a thread with his question...

Well he didn't come off as being condescending. He was just looking for help from a guy that lives in his state that owned a few ms.pacs.

So... His question did not concern whether or not it was worth it to repair and sell like the original poster. That was the point.

It's funny that you're shelling out your advice here, to a thread that's pretty similar to your klov post.. Where are your pictures of the condition of your cocktail, hmm?
Perhaps you should take your own advice.

Your ignorance is beyond reproach. I asked no questions in that thread that required me to post pics. Even a dunce would know that if that kind of wood repair I mentioned is done the cabinet would have to be re-laminated.

But I find it amazing that your life is so empty that you have to go search for me on a completely different forum and bring back an unrelated thread in your failed attempt to make whatever point it is you're attempting to make here in this forum. (Give it a rest).

Darren Harris
Staten Island, New York.

[opt2not]

Alright Darren, clearly there is no resolve here. I can go tit for tat with you till the cows come home, but contrary to popular belief I do have other things going on in my life. Like playing, building and restoring arcade games!

Enjoy yourself, and thanks for the amusing banter.