Hello catman88!
I would like to Welcome you to the Forum and I am sure you will find some very good advice here as some of us have been in the Vintage Slot machine hobby for many years!
Usually the asking price is just that, an opening "ASKING" price to begin dialog!
Dealing with primarily internet sales most of us are aware that some bargaining will take place so it is usually a starting point for discussion!
Again, a Big Welcome to Dave's Forum, there are many great and knowledgeable people here!
Bona Fortuna!
MONTI