# EP 15 - Is Pinball Restoration a Rip-Off?

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Podcast: [Flip N Out Pinball Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/flip-n-out-pinball-podcast-7383039)
Published: 2025-12-04T14:55:00+00:00
Episode link: https://flipnoutpinballpodcast.com/is-pinball-restoration-a-rip-off
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## Resource

In this episode, Ken and Greg wade into the most dangerous waters in pinball: restoration prices. From "museum-quality" makeovers to "yeah, we wiped it down," the guys break down why no two restorations (or opinions) are ever the same. We talk sticker shock, sentimental value, and why some collectors would rather protect their machines like newborns while others treat them like bar stools. Plus, it's December, which means people are buying pins, selling pins, arguing about pins…and we're adding fuel to the fire by teasing our Holiday Run – 10 Days of Giveaways beginning this month! Join our growing community with exclusive benefits (including bonus content) via Patreon HERE Please consider purchasing your next pinball or arcade machine from Flip N Out Pinball Flip N Out Pinball USED INVENTORY on facebook HERE Email the show at: flipnoutpinballpodcast@gmail.com Contact Ken and Greg for sales and service at: ken@flipnoutpinball.com greg@flipnoutpinball.com

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