G-man422 Posted March 25, 2008 Share Posted March 25, 2008 I have someone who is selling some antique gas pump gumball machines (cylinder style). They're 7 years old, but in great condition (accoding to her). They have Beaver coin mechs. She said they were bought for about $1400 a piece new. Does this sound right? I can't find them anywhere on the web. She is asking $300 a piece. Is this worth it? Where would i locate a 6 1/2 foot gumball machine??? Is it a good deal? I'm worried I wont be able to locate these myself. Because of their size they may be limited to very large locations...... Also she said she had 3 "mini giants". I could not find any of these either. They have an eagle coin mech, and a round globe.. I get these free if I buy all the gas pumps. What should I do? I really dont have this kind of money to throw around, but it seems like a good deal. I may have to go "terms" with her. What do you guys think? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big Mike Posted March 25, 2008 Share Posted March 25, 2008 I personally would not have a one on location if it were free. There are a few spots where a nice spiral will work but a gas pump is just a good place to let your gum get stale. Mike Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
G-man422 Posted March 25, 2008 Author Share Posted March 25, 2008 Thanks for the response Mike. You have had personal experince? What places did you have them? Why would they sell worse than a regular spiral? Thanks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big Mike Posted March 25, 2008 Share Posted March 25, 2008 I personally have neither. The spiral has a bit smaller globe plus its a spiral. The kids love to watch that gumball zing around. The gas pumps that are around here are just big gumball machines with huge globes. I think a spiral will out sell a regular gumball machine but a gas pump would not. Mike Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lurker Posted March 25, 2008 Share Posted March 25, 2008 Hi G-man, Don't know if you're still considering the gas pump idea or not, since Mike shot 'em down. There are some on eBay. Search for Gas pump gumball machine there were even some with Beaver coin mech's. I was thnking maybe in a location along historic Route 66 it would fit right in. Dave BTW I searched usedvending.com and found those Mini-Giants... http://usedvending.com/california.php This was just the first place I looked. Right now it is the fourth item down on the list. D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
G-man422 Posted March 25, 2008 Author Share Posted March 25, 2008 Mike, I see what you're saying. Lurker, thanks a lot for the info. (Those mini giants are ugly as sin, lol). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
G-man422 Posted March 28, 2008 Author Share Posted March 28, 2008 Just figured I'd let you guys know I picked up 5 for $100 a piece. They're about 7 feet tall, and in great condition. I'm really excited to get them located because they have Beaver coin mechs and I want to see if Beaver lives up to it's name . I got 3 reds, 1 blue, and 1 yellow. I'll see If I can get some pictures up soon. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AmuseStar Vending Co Posted March 28, 2008 Share Posted March 28, 2008 Congrats. I have seen several of the pumps. Gas Stations are where I would go for it. However, I think people don't notice them as bulk machines. I know there was one in my Kroger store, and realised about 5 months ago it was a bulk machine. Gum never turns out of it, but the gum in normal machines next to it sells out. Kyle Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
G-man422 Posted March 28, 2008 Author Share Posted March 28, 2008 lol, I'll keep this in mind. I'll have to locate where there are no other machines. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AmuseStar Vending Co Posted March 28, 2008 Share Posted March 28, 2008 Make sure to tell us of your results. Congrats, you got a great price on them! Kyle Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
G-man422 Posted March 28, 2008 Author Share Posted March 28, 2008 Thanks Kyle. I'll be sure to post my numbers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
G-man422 Posted April 7, 2008 Author Share Posted April 7, 2008 Just an update. I posted some pics on talkvend. Here is the link. TalkVend members, http://www.talkvend.com/thumbnails.php?album=lastupby&uid=3 Non TalkVend members, http://www.talkvend.com/albums/userpics/10003/GP01.jpg http://www.talkvend.com/albums/userpics/10003/GP02.jpg http://www.talkvend.com/albums/userpics/10003/GP04.jpg http://www.talkvend.com/albums/userpics/10003/GP03.jpg Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
West Coast Vend LLC Posted April 7, 2008 Share Posted April 7, 2008 Hi Gabe, Those are really nice machines. Can you personalize them with the accounts name on that top sign area? Do you have locations for them already? Gary Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AmuseStar Vending Co Posted April 7, 2008 Share Posted April 7, 2008 Love the machine Gabe. Congrats on the find! I would personalize them like Gary said. Kyle Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
G-man422 Posted April 7, 2008 Author Share Posted April 7, 2008 Thanks guys. Yes, the top portion can be used to personalize them. Thats going to be my main focus when trying to locate them (no locations for them yet). I was also thinking of selling advertising space on that area....but not sure how well that would go over. PS: Thank you to whoever edited my post so everyone can see the pictures. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
acvending Posted April 8, 2008 Share Posted April 8, 2008 What I suggest you do is put the word GUM on the top instead. It could possibly make it more obvious to those who may not realize they a gumball machines plus I think it would ad a bit of retro novelty to them. See pump on left in pic below. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
G-man422 Posted April 8, 2008 Author Share Posted April 8, 2008 Not a bad idea Adam. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Master Key Posted April 8, 2008 Share Posted April 8, 2008 Gabe, those machines look very good. They seem to be in mint condition. Good Luck with getting a location. Do you have a van to transport them in? Brian Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
G-man422 Posted April 8, 2008 Author Share Posted April 8, 2008 Thanks Brian. Funny story actually. Due to personal reasons, I had to sell my car, :? but I used my parents van to transport them. Hopefuly with any luck I'll be able to find a van of my own soon. **Off to search autotrader** Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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