Buy a used pinball machine
with confidence.
Midwest Pinball Brokers helps you vet listings, price correctly, and avoid costly surprises.
How It Works
Three straightforward steps from listing to your game room.
Tell us what you want
Share your budget, the titles you're interested in, and where you're located. If you already have a listing in mind, send us the link.
We review the listing and seller
We evaluate photos, ask the right questions, check pricing against the market, and flag any red flags before you commit.
You buy directly with our guidance
You handle the transaction with the seller. We guide you through negotiation, payment, and shipping logistics.
Services & Pricing
One clear service. No hidden fees.
Advisory Listing Review
$300 per machine
What you get
- 30-minute intake call to understand your goals
- Full listing evaluation with photo review
- Market price guidance based on recent sales
- Seller question list tailored to the machine
- Risk rating and red flag summary
- Offer strategy and negotiation guidance
- Shipping and logistics recommendations
Add-ons
- Coming soonIn-person inspection within driving distance
- Coming soonPickup and transport coordination
“A $9,000 machine with $2,000 in hidden problems isn’t a deal — it’s a lesson. We help you skip the lesson.”
Why Midwest Pinball Brokers
Buying a used pinball machine is exciting, but it's also where expensive mistakes happen. We help you avoid them.
What we bring to the table
- Reduce the risk of buying a problem machine
- Save hours of research and guesswork
- Avoid scams and misleading listings
- Know exactly what questions to ask sellers
- Get realistic pricing based on actual market data
Common issues we catch
- Battery damage and corrosion
- Playfield wear and touch-ups
- Hacked or unsafe wiring
- Weak flippers and worn parts
- Shipping and transport risks
- Missing or incorrect parts
Transparent and buyer-first
We provide advisory services only. Buyers transact directly with sellers. No warranty is provided on machines purchased. Our focus is on thorough documentation, clear guidance, and helping you make informed decisions with confidence.
We are not a dealer. We do not take possession of machines, handle payments, or act as a middleman in transactions. Our value is in the due diligence we perform on your behalf.
Frequently Asked Questions
Request a Listing Review
Tell us about the machine you're looking at. We'll take it from there.