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I have a fella whom i've bought a few signs from, and has a fully restored Eco Air Meter 97. It is on the stand/pole. Has all parts, not missing anything. Mint condition in good working order air/light. He's asking $1000 for it, I want to buy it for my dad, but want to make sure that is a fair price. Sorry I don't have any pics of it
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Statements such as, "I'm thinking about selling this." are considered an offer to sell.
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A few hundred to high in my book 
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IF IT'S AS NICE AS YOU SAY, IT'S NOT TOO FAIR OUTTA THE BALLPARK @$1K.
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Take a look at Jack Sim's meter's. They are the best I have seen. Great attention to detail. If your looking for restored- buy one of his meters- A good investment in my book!! $1000 sounds a little high but I would have to see the meter in person. Jack's are up there in price but it's like your buying a brand new air meter, it works perfect and looks great.
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Its so hard to say, because you seen such a wide range of prices on these, but you walk in and see these cool pieces all lit up and in there glory I drool haha. But i want to go into feeling confident about the buy, to me I'd like to spend $800-900
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It is high but reasonable, any more is outrageous no matter how well its restored.
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I would say its worth the extra money to buy one of Jack's meters. At least you know what your getting with one of his meters. A lot of people just spruce up the outside to make them look nice. This is critical- but the inside is also key. It all depends what you are looking for. For a fully functional meter that is calibrated- Jack's would be the best way to go. Everyone has a different opinion of quality. When it comes to any restoration- I like it to look nice but have some original flare. I kept all the original chrome for mine. Any other questions I will be more then happy to answer.
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I KNOW WHERE THERE'S A BRAND NEW N.O.S. ECO AIR METER STILL IN THE BOX IN AN ATTIC OF AN OLD GARAGE. OWNER WAS OFFERED $3,800 FOR IT. IT'S STILL IN THE ATTIC! 
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My friend has 3 nos Eco's. Will not sell or trade them for ANYTHING.
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Joe Yocom for restored Veeder Roots
Jack Sim for restored ECO's
Are on the same page for Quality.
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That is the best way to put it- I like the reference to painting the hot rod.
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All great advice , how do i about seeing jacks meters
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You can visit his web site: http://www.petrolianacollectibles.com and call him. He is a great guy with a TON of knowledge on these.
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Last time I checked, you could still buy new units from the factory rep. Approx. $900.00
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Ok so after looking the model this guy has is a 98 pedastal
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