Any input on this ?

[sixcardmark]

You can up grade your game lights bulbs from the tube fluorescent bulbs to LCD to keep those strips from any further fading. A set of 3 bulbs runs around $30 plus shipping and very easy to install and up grade the games lighting.

I believe Amechanic meant LED not LCD.  You can also replace the button and backlit bulbs with LED bulbs. Also a LED panel for behind the denom insert.

[Amechanic]

You can up grade your game lights bulbs from the tube fluorescent bulbs to LCD to keep those strips from any further fading. A set of 3 bulbs runs around $30 plus shipping and very easy to install and up grade the games lighting.

I believe Amechanic meant LED not LCD.  You can also replace the button and backlit bulbs with LED bulbs. Also a LED panel for behind the denom insert.

You are correct.. I usually proof read my posts, but I missed this one.. LED Bulbs are an option over the florescent tubes, plus it's getting harder to find these smaller tubes and getting more costly too..

[jonbbrew]

Well....I picked it up for $525 and couldn't be happier. This machine was flawless with upgraded bill validator as well. Totally worth it. Oh and for the concerns about faded strips they were in perfect condition. I think they too may have been upgraded. This machine has it all...Nudge and Haywire with a bonus wheel. It is going to be my favorite for a while.

thanks all...

[rokgpsman]

......Well....I picked it up for $525 and couldn't be happier......

That's what really matters. It's ok to pay a premium for something you really want, especially when it's a machine not commonly available that is a lot of fun to play. And I'm not sure you overpaid, considering what machine this is.