Topic: What Tornado model is this?

[mblanco4x4]

I'm potentially buying a coin-op from a local seller.  Can anyone help me with the model#, he says it's 4 years old and is either a T2000 or T3000 but doesn't know which.  Also, what should one pay for it?

Thanks in advance!

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[snake eyes]

Its a T3000 "icebox" and 4 years is probly right on the money, its an early one with white strips and wood handles. Check the playing surface on that one they had some problems on that run. If its level start at $400 don't go more than $600. Good luck,,,Kent

[mblanco4x4]

Thank you Kent! He's asking $850 which I thought was pretty high.  Will be checking it out soon.

-Mike

[snake eyes]

Explain to seller to get this model up to current Tornado tour spec's your going to have to invest around $300 for new style men, new yellow/black handles, clear side strips, and a new set of 5 hour tumbled balls. Deduct this from his asking price....and give him $550. Btw check those rods make sure their not bent like banannas they are very expensive Good Luck   Snake

[snake eyes]

Oh ya and the new style bearings thats another $100 go for $500 total purchase price.

[mblanco4x4]

Thanks for the advice.  I'm just a casual player (not a pro by any means) though I do want a nice table so I appreciate the info.  Will report back!

-Mike