Members of the Coin Operated Collector's Association can benefit from the following member benefits, many of which are not available anywhere else.
C.O.C.A. TIMES Magazine
The C.O.C.A Times Magazine comes out 3 times a year and is free for members. It is a high quality color magazine with articles and information directly related to the collecting of coin operated machines. It is the only magazine devoted to collecting antique slot machines, trade stimulators, gumballs, and vending machines.
Non members wishing to purchase a copy of the magazine need to send $15.00 + 3.00 shipping to:
Back issues are also available on the C.O.C.A. Times web page. Members can buy back issues for $5.00 plus $3.00 shipping per issue. Non Members can buy back issues for $15 plus $3.00 each.
Local COCA Get Togethers
COCA members will periodically host local weekend get-togethers so that COCA members can visit with each other and share information.
Web Discussion Forum/Message Boards
C.O.C.A. plans to sponsor a web-based message board that will allow C.O.C.A. members to ask questions and share information with other C.O.C.A. members about coin machine collecting, internet scams, buying and selling tips, and many other topics of interest.
C.O.C.A. Members Newsletter
C.O.C.A. plans to periodically email/mail members a short newsletter with C.O.C.A. announcements, information that may be of interest to coin machine collectors, useful new web sites, and new features on the C.O.C.A. web site. The newsletter may also be used to poll C.O.C.A. members.
Exclusive Classified Ads
C.O.C.A. solicits "For Sale" and "Wanted" classified ads from people who
visit the C.O.C.A. web site. These ads are posted in the Members Only
portion of the C.O.C.A web site.
Coin Op Links for Members Only
C.O.C.A. compiles for members a series of web links and other sources that provide information and sources of supply to coin machine collectors.
Photo Identification
C.O.C.A. compiles for members a list of sources where you can find photos to help you identify and date your machine. C.O.C.A. also sponsors a message board that allows members to post a photo of a machine to help identify it.
Upcoming Shows and Auctions
C.O.C.A. complies a list of selected shows and auctions that are of interest to C.O.C.A. members.
C.O.C.A. Membership List
As a membership benefit, a C.O.C.A. membership list is mailed with the summer edition of the C.O.C.A. Times magazine. This list provides C.O.C.A. members with the types of machines members collect and provides a telephone number or email address for contacting members.
C.O.C.A. Member Discounts
Several C.O.C.A. members give other C.O.C.A. member discounts and/or free shipping when they buy books or other items.
Repair Information and Tips
C.O.C.A. compiles information and web links that help collectors repair their coin machines and find sources of supplies. C.O.C.A. also sponsors a message board to help members on Repair Advice.
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