1979 Bally " Nitro groundshaker" pinball machine

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Posted by misswhit
16 years ago
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Description This is a 1979 Bally pinball machine. The name on the machine is "Nitro ground shaker", game number 1154-E FO-622.Serial number 6096,model "grndshakerelectronic". I purchased it two years ago at the Salvation army for $17.50. It works but had a problem in the circuit board.I called in a repairman who took the board and has not returned it. I would like the appraisal for the value of the machine WITH the board, and without. The manufacturers date on the machine is 1979. Thank You, Miss Whit
Category General Antiques and Collectibles
Medium metal
Distinguishing marks bally
Condition Fair
Size and dimensions of this item 20"W x 45" D x 75"H (est.)
Date Period 1979
Weight 150lbs.
History had been at the Salvation Army emergency shelter for resident use.
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Price Paid (If known) $500
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Lovejoy 🎯 Collector 16 years ago

Games room machines of this type were hot with the boomers during the 1980's, but they are not in great demand now, on ebay many fail to even get bids, but examples in very good condition tend to move at under $1600.00. LOvejoy

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