Real cash, paid in person, the day we pick up your machine. No third-party payment apps. No waiting on a check to clear.
When we say cash, we mean cash. Physical bills handed to you in person the day we pick up your machine. For larger transactions, a guaranteed bank check that clears immediately. No PayPal disputes. No Venmo limits. No weeks of back and forth on a wire transfer.
Whatever your machine is worth, we pay the same way. On the spot. Before our truck pulls out of your driveway.
Physical cash for most transactions. Guaranteed bank check for higher-value machines. No third-party apps that can be reversed.
You get paid the day we pick up the machine. Not after we resell it. Not when a check clears next week. Same day, every time.
The number we quote based on photos is the number we hand you in person. We do not adjust prices down once we see the machine.
Pinball values move with collector demand and machine condition. Here is what we look at when calculating your cash offer.
An electromechanical Bally from the 70s, a 90s Williams, or a modern Stern all carry very different price tags. Some titles are far more collectible than others. We identify the model from your photos and price it accurately.
Machines that power on and play correctly bring stronger offers. Non-working machines still have real value because we can repair them. The gap between working and non-working is smaller than most sellers think.
Cabinet wear, playfield wear, backglass condition, and missing parts all factor in. A clean and complete machine will always command a stronger offer than a rough one with damage.
Original parts, original artwork, and unmodified electronics are worth more to collectors. Heavy modifications, replacement parts, and reproduction artwork can lower the offer.
Pinball values shift with collector trends. A movie tie-in release can spike demand for a vintage title. We track the market constantly so your offer reflects what your machine is actually worth right now.
If you are on Long Island or anywhere in NY, NJ, CT, or PA, pickup is usually free and your offer reflects that. Farther distances may factor in slightly, but we discuss this upfront.
Most sellers go from first phone call to cash in their pocket within a few days. Here is exactly what that looks like.
Quick conversation about the machine. What it is, where it lives, what condition it is in. No script, no sales pitch.
Backglass, playfield, cabinet sides, and the inside if you can open it. We use these to identify the model and assess condition.
Not a range. Not a guess. A specific dollar amount we will hand you in person. Backed by current collector market data.
Take the time you need. Compare to other offers if you want. We will be here when you are ready.
Pick a day and time that works for you. Daytime, evening, weekend, no problem. We confirm before we head out.
You hand us the machine. We hand you cash or a guaranteed check. Machine is loaded, we shake hands, deal done.
Most sellers consider three options before they call us. Here is how cash to M.A.D. Arcades compares.
| What You Care About | M.A.D. Arcades | Facebook Marketplace | Auction House |
|---|---|---|---|
| Strangers in Your Home | ✓ One pro, one trip | ✕ Multiple lookers | ✕ Open house viewings |
| Pickup Included | ✓ Yes, free | ✕ Buyer's problem | ✕ You pay shipping |
| Payment Method | Cash or guaranteed check | Risky payment apps | After auction settles |
| Lowball Risk | ✓ No price drops | ✕ Constant haggling | ✕ No reserve below value |
| Fees Taken from Sale | ✓ Zero | Zero | Commission deducted |
| Final Cash in Hand | Full agreed price | After negotiation | After fees deducted |
A lot of pinball "buyers" online are flippers who immediately resell what they buy. They have to lowball you because they need margin for their own resale. We are different.
We refurbish machines in-house and sell them directly through our refurbished inventory or place them with collectors. No middlemen taking a cut. That margin gets passed to you in the form of a stronger offer.
Quick answers to the questions sellers ask most about getting paid.
Yes. Physical cash for most transactions. For larger amounts we offer a guaranteed bank check that clears the same day. Either way, you get paid before our truck leaves your driveway.
Those platforms allow chargebacks and disputes weeks after the sale. Cash and bank checks are final. We protect you and we protect ourselves by keeping it simple.
We look at the model, the condition, current collector market trends, and what comparable machines have sold for recently. We do not pull numbers from a hat or use outdated price guides.
Honestly, no. We refurbish machines in-house anyway. A quick wipe-down will not change our offer. Save your time and let us handle the cleanup after we buy it.
Take the time you need. Compare to other offers if you want. We do not use expiration tricks or pressure tactics. If the market shifts significantly while you decide, we will requote at the new value.
Yes, every time, as long as the machine matches the photos. We do not show up and "discover" something to drop the price. The number we quote is the number we pay. Read more on our Sell My Pinball Machine page.
One phone call. One honest quote. Cash in your hand when we pick up.
631-652-9911Tell us about your machine. We will respond fast, usually within the hour during business hours.