Pinball machine Collection of dave58 (Albemarle, NC, USA)

Pinball Collection of dave58

18 pinball machines

last updated: 03/16/2023

Member: dave58
From: Albemarle,NC USA (find on the map)
Specialty': First generation Solid-State
Member since: 01/24/2013

dave58 owns these 18 pinballs:

pinball name	DB	manufacturer	condition	is it for sale?	notes	pictures
EIGHT BALL		Bally (USA)	Set up, plays!	Never	This game is in remarkable condition. It plays extremely fast and looks incredible. One of the best purchases I have made since I started collecting. Great memories from the 70's. A bowling buddy of mine and I would combine our money when playing pinball. I would play the left flipper and him the right. We became quite good and still talk about those great times some 35 to 40 years ago! The only updates I have made to the game is the metal chroming and repaint on the legs. Gameroom record was set in Dec. '15 by my son Brian at 804, 270(3 balls).
EIGHT BALL DELUXE		Bally (USA)	Set up, plays!	Never	This game is a real prize to have in the collection. It was a favorite of all the bowlers at the local lanes. It has great artwork and a great playfield layout that challenges even the best players. New CPR gold playfield installed. It has a new plastic set, drop targets, pop bumpers and new flippers along with a conversion LED kit. The cabinet has a new repaint with bronze plated metals. It plays super fast and the gameroom record is 3, 075, 000(3 balls).
EVEL KNIEVEL		Bally (USA)	Set up, plays!	Never	Picked up this game Dec. '15. This is a very challenging, but fun game to play. This game has a perfect backglass and an NOS playfield. The cabinet was sanded and restored and the metal chromed to make this one a real stunner. Gameroom record is 397, 000
FLASH GORDON		Bally (USA)	In storage, waiting for restoration	Never	This game is apart right now. It has a beautiful original back glass. The cabinet has gone through a complete restoration and an NOS playfield clearcoated by HSA Pinball awaits. Excited as this one gets closer to completion, hopefully sometime in '22.
FLIPPER CLOWN		Gottlieb (USA)	Set up, plays!	Never	Picked this game up in May 2015. Nearly mint condition add-a-ball pin. This one has had a complete cabinet repaint and repro backglass. The playfield is mint and is classis early 60's Gottlieb artwork. One of the prettiest games I have ever seen and plays super fast for a '62 game. Is mechanically perfect and clean as a pin. I installed LED's in the backglass and under the playfield while leaving the traditional lights on the playfield. Great backbox animation that early Gottlieb games were known for. This is a great addition to the collection! Gameroom record sits at 6, 395.
HIGH SPEED		Williams (USA)	Set up, plays!	Never	This game actually belongs to my two sons. Santa Claus brought it to them in '98. They saw and played the game at a local convenience store once, And every time we would head out of town, they always seemed to get thirsty as we approached that store. I bowled with the owner of Watkins Music Company in our local town. They supplied nearly all of the pinball machines and jukeboxes to the area stores. He was pulling the High Speed off the route and the rest is history. My youngest son Brian set the "house" record at 11, 378, 370 back in '98(3 balls). This game is a little to modern for me. I keep it here for now until they get out of school and settle into a place of their own. All lights were recently changed to LED's. I'm not a fan of LED's above the playfield, but this game was the exception with the darker playfield. Absolutely amazing what the LED's did for the inserts on this game.
HOKUS POKUS		Bally (USA)	Set up, plays!	Never	This was one of five machines purchased from a collector out of PA. Recently finished leveling the inserts and makes the game much truer. Other than that, everything is still "all original" on this beauty. Being a lover of spinner games, this one fits the bill with three. Gameroom record stands at 229, 780
MATA HARI		Bally (USA)	Set up, plays!	Never	This was a rough looking game when I got it. But, it had an excellent playfield and backglass. The playfield was stripped and cleaned. Nearly everything on the playfield is new including new posts, drop targets, pop bumpers/caps, flippers and plastic set. The side rails, coin door/trim, lock bar, etc. was removed and chromed. The cabinet went through a full restoration including a breast enhancement for the young lady! New legs/levelers were installed as well as a new MPU board and lamp driver board to support the LED's installed. It made for a stunning game. Probably the best color combination of any Bally classic game. The game plays like brand new and while the playfield layout looks very simple, it is one of my favorite games and draws you back every time for just one more game. My son, Brian, holds the record at 1, 206, 070.
MEDUSA		Bally (USA)	Set up, plays!	Never	This was the most extensive restoration I have completed. The game was purchased very cheap and was non-working. The back glass was excellent and worth the price alone. The cabinet was sanded, primed, painted and cleared. All of the metal was removed and bright chromed. The legs were sandblasted and painted gloss black with new bolts/leg levelers. The playfield was swapped with a CPR gold. Along with all the mechanics being rebuilt/cleaned, new playfield posts, drop targets, flippers, stationary targets, rubbers, etc. were added. New targets behind the upper drop targets were replaced as was the kicker assy. between the lower flippers. The correct red translucent flippers were also added. All of these were incorrect when the game was purchased. A new MPU board, lamp driver board and sound board were all replaced. All sockets on and under the playfield were replaced and new LED Comet lights were added throughout. A stunning game was the result and worth every penny. The current record stands at 1, 717, 980.
MYSTIC		Bally (USA)	Set up, plays!	Never	Restoration finally complete! Cabinet was repainted; All metal was removed and bright chromed; Playfield was restored/ clear coated by HSA Pinball; everything above the playfield was replaced; all mechanics were gone through 100%; all boards were replaced; has a beautiful original backglass and score displays were changed to blue. Simply stunning and the most colorful game in the collection! Gameroom record stands at 2, 410, 080.
NITRO GROUND SHAKER		Bally (USA)	Set up, plays!	Never	This game was in absolutely terrible condition when I got it. But, it was cheap, so the challenge was accepted. It has a new CPR playfield and backglass. Everything above the playfield is new including the posts, pop bumpers, drop targets, apron and a CPR plastic set. Side rails, lock bar, coin door/trim, plunger tip/trim and rear upper playfield crossbar were chromed. Cabinet went through a complete restoration and new legs/levelers were installed. It is now a must see game and plays as good as it looks!
PARAGON		Bally (USA)	Set up, plays!	Never	This game was restored by a previous owner. They did a cabinet restoration, clearcoated the playfield, added new drop targets, pop bumper caps and a CPR plastic set. A CPR backglass was also added. After I purchased it, All of the metal(side rails, lock bar, coin door/trim, plunger tip/trim, and upper playfield cross bar) were removed and chromed. The legs were sandblasted and repainted. I added a new lamp driver board to support the new LED's installed. A very demanding game, but a great challenge and a Classic Bally game from that era. Record stands at 1, 770, 760.
PLAYBOY		Bally (USA)	Set up, plays!	Yes! contact me	This one was every teenagers favorite to play back in the late 70's. I don't think it had anything to do with the game play. And it wasn't nearly as inviting a backglass as Bally's Strikes & Spares or Gottlieb's Jumping Jack, but there was something about that name, PLAYBOY! This was a no brainer to add to the collection since I was one of those teens back in the late 70's. It has gone through a restoration that included the cabinet(custom around the front door) and a NOS playfield that was clearcoated by HSA. New posts, rubbers, drop targets, pop bodies, skirts and stationary targets were added along with blue score displays. All mechanics were cleaned and rebuilt during the teardown. It's an iconic game and the top score sits at 1, 506, 530. Would need $3, 800 for it to leave.
SILVERBALL MANIA		Bally (USA)	Set up, plays!	Never	Game cabinet was restored along with side rails, coin door, etc. bright chromed. Great early 80's Bally with beautiful artwork. A new CPR plastic set along with new pop bumper caps and a lot of cleaning brought this game back to life. A really fun game to play with the key shot being the classic horseshoe bonus multiplier.
SKATEBALL		Bally (USA)	Set up, plays!	Never	Added in June '16. A beautiful original backglass. Cabinet was filled, sanded and restored. All metal was chromed, legs sanded and painted with cabinet protectors added. A new plastic set, pop bumper caps, drop targets were all added with all posts, screws, etc. polished. LED's and a new lamp driver board were also added along with red score displays. A CPR gold playfield has been installed. This is a colorful game with the record standing at 4, 156, 440.
SPACE JAM		Sega (USA)	Set up, plays!	Never	This game is owned by my two sons. They received it for Christmas in 2000. Both were huge Jordan fans, so this was a natural. Once they both settle down, they will have to decide who is going to take the Space Jam, and who will get the High Speed. Space Jam is to modern for my liking, but it a great game for them. My son Brian set the "house" record at over 66, 000, 000 many years ago(3 balls). It sure was fun watching them enjoy those games the way I enjoyed the games from my era! Recently added LED's to the playfield and inserts. The pop of color from the inserts really brightened this game up!
STRIKES AND SPARES		Bally (USA)	Set up, plays!	Never	As a collector, this was the first game I purchased. Traveled to Lynchburg, VA to look it over. It had a perfect backglass and played with few problems. I knew it had potential, but being new at this, I couldn't quite see then what I see today. Calling around and doing some research, I found the current tech man I now use. He has been repairing EM games for 40 years. He stripped the game for me. Since this was my first purchase, this game was going to be fully restored. The playfield was terrible, so it was sent to Brian at HSA Pinball for a stage 2 restoration. A local cabinet man sanded, painted and stenciled the cabinet to its original colors. All of the metal on the game was bright chromed and the legs were sandblasted and painted black. The game was from Germany and still had the German coin plates in it when I bought it. For my first restoration as a novice, I am really proud of the way it turned out. My "house" record is 1, 341, 520.
TOP SCORE		Gottlieb (USA)	Set up, plays!	Yes! contact me	This game is in very good original condition and was purchased from Pinball Rescue. Playfield is near perfect, has a new Bgresto backglass and the cabinet has been sanded and restored with a new coin door, coin mechanism and new legs. Game plays and scores perfectly. The gameroom record stands at 124, 780. Would need $4k+ for it to leave.


Pinball machines that dave58 used to own in the past (the following games are no longer part of dave58's collection)


pinball name	DB	manufacturer	is it for sale?		notes	pictures
ATLANTIS		Gottlieb (USA)	Sold		Game is in really solid condition, but needed lots of TLC! Playfield was stripped of all parts with everything cleaned, polished, etc. A new plastic set, acorn nuts, ballgate assy/stop and pop bumper caps were added to a beautiful original playfield. New siderails, coin door, plunger assy., coin plate, strike plate and legs and levelers from PBR have made for a very nice looking game. Also has a beautiful original backglass. Gameroom record is 102, 840(3 balls). Sold for $1995.
AZTEC		Williams (USA)	Sold
BIG HIT		Gottlieb (USA)	Sold		Beautiful original example of this title. The pictures speak for themselves. Game works 100% and is clean as a whistle. You would never know this one ever made it on to a route. $1950 firm
BOWLING QUEEN		Gottlieb (USA)	Sold		Complete restoration and one of the most beautiful Bowling Queens you will ever see(The photos should speak for themselves). Cabinet restored, all metal bright chromed, new plastic set, pop bumper caps/skirts, flippers and rubber rings; HSA restored/clear coated playfield; 100% mechanically sound with no expenses spared! $1, 995.
FLIPPER POOL		Gottlieb (USA)	Sold		Playfield is near perfect(just needed lots of cleaning, polishing and a new rubber ring kit). The game is beautiful and has a new Ron Webb repro backglass. A new coin plate, plunger assy., coin door and strike plate have made this a real gem. Gameroom record stands at 10, 363.
JUMPING JACK		Gottlieb (USA)	Sold		Complete restoration and a stunning game! The restoration included a cabinet repaint; new Bgresto custom backglass(girls w/ skimpier tops); new legs, levelers and cabinet protectors; side rails, lock bar, coin door, coin plate, plunger and trim are bright chromed; new Wade Krause playfield; new plastic set, pop bumper caps/skirts, flippers, drop targets and rubber rings; playfield apron restored. Game was gone through mechanically which included drop target mech., pop bumper mechs. and score reel. Game plays & scores 100% correct and the photos should speak for themselves. No expense was spared on this restoration and is beyond museum quality. $2, 250
KING OF DIAMONDS		Gottlieb (USA)	Sold		Every collector of Gottlieb games should have this one in their collection. It is a classic from '67. This one looks and plays as if it just came out of the box. The "house" record is 2, 397.
LUCKY HAND		Gottlieb (USA)	Sold		Very nice add-a-ball game that works 100%. Has both the original backglass as well as a Bgresto reproduction. Cabinet has been nicely touched up and clearcoated. Nice playfield with new plastic set. $1, 495 or best offer.
MEMORY LANE		Stern (USA)	Sold		Beautiful original playfield and cabinet. All metal bright chromed; 100% working and dependable; new Bgresto backglass w/ the ladies custom "enhanced"! photos should tell it all. $1, 250
NITRO GROUND SHAKER		Bally (USA)	Sold
OLD CHICAGO		Bally (USA)	Sold		This is another game from my 70's memory bank. It is one of my all time favorite games with beautiful artwork that Bally was famous for during that era. This game was restored a few years ago by Herb at Fabulous Fantasies. My "house" record is 220, 000 set Feb. 2016. Would part with it for $1, 750.
POP-A-CARD		Gottlieb (USA)	Sold		Great AAB game that is a rare title to find in immaculate condition. One of 825 that is super clean and plays as good as it looks. $1, 350 obo
PRO POOL		Gottlieb (USA)	Sold		Beautiful playfield and plastic set. Includes the original backglass as well as a Bgresto reproduction. Cabinet has been nicely touched up and clearcoated with a new coin door. Game works 100% and is very clean. $1, 250 or best offer.
RO GO		Bally (USA)	Sold		Completed restoration Nov.21, 2014. Great memories of playing this game at our local bowling lanes back in the early 70's. This machine has a new Bgresto custom backglass. The playfield was fully restored with a custom nude girl by HSA Pinball.The siderails, coin door, lock bar and all metal on the playfield was bright chromed and everything mechanically was shopped. This title is not a popular game to collectors, but if you are looking for a museum quality game from the early 70's, this could be your game! Gameroom record is 234, 790.
SILVERBALL MANIA		Bally (USA)	Sold
SURE SHOT		Gottlieb (USA)	Sold		Excellent cosmetic condition and plays perfectly. Backglass was replaced with one from Bgresto. One would have to look far and wide to find an unrestored one in better condition and very clean.
SWEET HEARTS		Gottlieb (USA)	Sold		Complete restoration and a stunning machine. Nothing was spared on this game. Cabinet was restored; all metal bright chromed; new plastic set, flippers, pop bumper caps, skirts, rubber rings; HSA restored/clear coated playfield; new Ron Webb backglass; plays 100% and is sound. Photos don't do it justice! $3, 500 firm.

DISCLAIMER: This page shows the pinball machine Collection of PinballOwners member dave58 from Albemarle, NC, USA. The coin operated pinball machines listed above, including their images, were uploaded into our database by dave58 himself; dave58 is the sole responsible for the information contained in this page. The pinball machines shown above are not necessarily for sale! Please refer to the 4th column in the list to know whether a certain pinball is for sale or not. Most likely dave58's pinball machines are second-hand (used) pinballs that were once installed in bars and other public places; their value as a collectible largely depends on appearance and functionality of every single machine.

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	From sk28 on 11-25-2019 07:14:
	A magnificent collection, the pinball machines are restored with passion. An example to follow, fellicitation.
	From patblote on 05-27-2019 01:09:
	Wow! excellent choice of games restored to museum quality and all nicely photographed. Hope you and you friend can enjoy the amazing arcade you recreated.
	From ravencanada on 01-10-2017 04:16:
	"Atlantis" - Love the game. Excellent pics! Thanks for sharing the photos. Great memories playing this game.
	From theloris on 01-21-2016 10:00:
	A very great collection!!! Congrats for all your restorations!!!
	From surfchamp on 08-03-2015 04:21:
	A collection anyone would be proud to own !!!!!!!!!!!!!
	From glen28462 on 03-17-2015 17:18:
	Beautiful collection -- over the top!
	From kangourou on 12-13-2014 16:45:
	Great and beautiful collection, congrats !

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