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Arcade Collecting => Miscellaneous Arcade Talk => Topic started by: GGKoul on June 10, 2005, 10:21:57 am

Title: Bought a World Cup 94 Pin instead
Post by: GGKoul on June 10, 2005, 10:21:57 am
Hello

There is someone local that's selling a Super Mario Bros. Pinball for a good price.
Title: Re: Any thoughts on a Super Mario Bros. Pinball
Post by: ChadTower on June 10, 2005, 10:34:11 am
Well, parts are hard to find for any pin, since none of the companies except one even still exists.  I'd love to see this pin, very cool theme.

What is the price?
Title: Re: Any thoughts on a Super Mario Bros. Pinball
Post by: ChadTower on June 10, 2005, 12:10:39 pm
Not too bad, highly dependent on condition.

Look at it this way.  A working pin, in reasonable shape, under home use, will usually last.  They're built for commercial use, and by comparison, home use is barely use at all.
Title: Re: Any thoughts on a Super Mario Bros. Pinball
Post by: Stingray on June 10, 2005, 01:54:07 pm
If it works and the price is right, I'd be all over it, but I'm a real Mario junkie.

-S
Title: Re: Any thoughts on a Super Mario Bros. Pinball
Post by: scooter on June 10, 2005, 04:57:20 pm
Pinball Database Link (http://www.ipdb.org/search.pl?any=super+mario&search=Search+Database&searchtype=quick#2435)

And one review here (http://www.ipdb.org/rate/showrate.pl?gid=2435).
Title: Re: Any thoughts on a Super Mario Bros. Pinball
Post by: Mario on June 10, 2005, 08:51:59 pm
I have one. See pic here. (http://www.dalessio.ws/arcade/SuperMarioBrosPinball.jpg) It's my first pin, and I don't play many, so I can't comment on how it compares to others.

The kids love it. It has Mario making some corny comments, and the kids get a kick out of that. Overall, I think it's a great machine for the home, especially if you have kids. Not that adults don't like it, but if you want to please the adults more, find a more adult-themed pin.

Mario
Title: Re: Any thoughts on a Super Mario Bros. Pinball
Post by: Q*Bert_OP on June 10, 2005, 10:04:47 pm
Williams Termanator 2 pin is easy to come by and pretty fun.
Title: Re: Any thoughts on a Super Mario Bros. Pinball
Post by: ChadTower on June 10, 2005, 10:21:05 pm
And almost $2000.
Title: Re: Any thoughts on a Super Mario Bros. Pinball
Post by: 97thruhiker on June 11, 2005, 08:46:50 am
I saw this pinball at the SuperAuctions in Orlando.  Did not stay to see what it went for though.  I would of stayed and gotten it if I had the money and space (need to buy other things before I get a pinball).  Very nice looking pinball.  If you like the whole Mario theme then get it.  As long as it stays in good working condition you should have no trouble reselling it down the line if you decide you want something different.
Title: Re: Any thoughts on a Super Mario Bros. Pinball
Post by: Q*Bert_OP on June 11, 2005, 03:33:02 pm
A local guy in Corpus Christi was selling an old EM for >$150
Title: Re: Any thoughts on a Super Mario Bros. Pinball
Post by: GGKoul on June 12, 2005, 11:24:58 pm
Hey Guys

I bought a World Cup 94 on Saturday! 

Pics to come!!
Title: Re: Any thoughts on a Super Mario Bros. Pinball
Post by: Troz on June 13, 2005, 01:56:07 am
Congrats! That's another great game.  Glad you chose it over Super Mario...
Title: Re: Any thoughts on a Super Mario Bros. Pinball
Post by: ChadTower on June 13, 2005, 08:50:25 am
Bah soccer is for Euros.
Title: Re: Any thoughts on a Super Mario Bros. Pinball
Post by: GGKoul on June 13, 2005, 09:12:16 am
What is the measurements of a pin that's folded up?  (With legs removed)
Title: Re: Any thoughts on a Super Mario Bros. Pinball
Post by: ChadTower on June 13, 2005, 09:20:38 am
There isn't a standard size, but they are pretty manageable.
Title: Re: Any thoughts on a Super Mario Bros. Pinball
Post by: GGKoul on June 13, 2005, 10:05:39 am
yes, but I assume a standard size is 4 long x 2 wide x 2 depth.  Just wonder how much more length does the fold down backdoor adds.
Title: Re: Any thoughts on a Super Mario Bros. Pinball
Post by: ChadTower on June 13, 2005, 10:09:12 am
None, it adds height.
Title: Re: Any thoughts on a Super Mario Bros. Pinball
Post by: Troz on June 13, 2005, 12:24:09 pm
This link shows the typical dimensions of a WPC game: http://www.xmission.com/~daina/tips/pub/tip0473.html
Title: Re: I got a World Cup 94 Pinball
Post by: GGKoul on June 13, 2005, 12:37:26 pm
This link shows the typical dimensions of a WPC game: http://www.xmission.com/~daina/tips/pub/tip0473.html

Thanks!!
Title: Re: Bought a World Cup 94 Pin instead
Post by: paigeoliver on June 13, 2005, 09:44:49 pm
And on a lot of games you can completely take the backbox all the way off pretty easily. Did this with Black Knight last month.
Title: Re: Bought a World Cup 94 Pin instead
Post by: Troz on June 13, 2005, 11:57:10 pm
And on a lot of games you can completely take the backbox all the way off pretty easily. Did this with Black Knight last month.

It's certainly easier on the older games like Black Knight compared to the WPC-era games.  Many more connectors & wires but it is still doable, just a bit of a pain.  I'd recommend against it unless necessary.
Title: Re: Bought a World Cup 94 Pin instead
Post by: 97thruhiker on June 14, 2005, 06:09:28 am
I've actually played that one (surprizing as I have not played many Pinball Machines).  Enjoy it!  I will eventually get a pinball in 2-3 years.  Once we decide to upgrade our house to one with a dedicated gameroom.
Title: Re: Bought a World Cup 94 Pin instead
Post by: ChadTower on June 14, 2005, 08:21:07 am
It's certainly easier on the older games like Black Knight compared to the WPC-era games.
Title: Re: Bought a World Cup 94 Pin instead
Post by: clanggedin on June 14, 2005, 01:06:38 pm
WC 94' is the game I really want in my collection. The spinning soccer ball is a great touch!
Title: Re: Bought a World Cup 94 Pin instead
Post by: ChadTower on June 14, 2005, 01:12:04 pm
Forgot to mention, I'm working on two WPC games myself right now (Twilight Zone and The Shadow).  If you need any tips or advice once you get it, shoot me a message.
Title: Re: Bought a World Cup 94 Pin instead
Post by: vainbatchelor42 on June 23, 2015, 01:03:33 am
If it works and the price is right, I'd be all over it, but I'm a real Mario junkie.

-S
I have a super mario brothers vs.  Working. Is it worth anything?

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Title: Re: Bought a World Cup 94 Pin instead
Post by: lilshawn on June 24, 2015, 10:14:29 am
If it works and the price is right, I'd be all over it, but I'm a real Mario junkie.

-S
I have a super mario brothers vs.  Working. Is it worth anything?

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way to necromancy a 10 year old thread.  :applaud:

average sell price of $1731 with a low of $400. depends on condition. working with okay playfield condition typical of a route machine i'd say 1000. a mainly home'd unit closer to 1700.
Title: Re: Bought a World Cup 94 Pin instead
Post by: pbj on June 24, 2015, 11:03:17 am
Super Mario Vs arcade game?  $250ish.

Super Mario pinball machine?  I have NEVER seen one for sale at anything resembling a reasonable price. 

Title: Re: Bought a World Cup 94 Pin instead
Post by: yotsuya on June 24, 2015, 03:48:35 pm
I played the SMB pin they had at ZapCon.  Meh.
Title: Re: Bought a World Cup 94 Pin instead
Post by: pbj on June 24, 2015, 03:56:05 pm
I like it ok.  I'd chunk a $1,000 at one in good shape.



Title: Re: Bought a World Cup 94 Pin instead
Post by: yotsuya on June 24, 2015, 03:57:43 pm
I had more fun playing Flight 2000.
Title: Re: Bought a World Cup 94 Pin instead
Post by: pbj on June 24, 2015, 04:01:39 pm
I had more fun playing Flight 2000.

I like that game, too.  Another one I've never once seen for sale.