TPiR Recap - 3/5/2018

[Roadgeek Adam]

Episode #8161K
Aired – 3/5/2018; Taped – 9/27/2017
Models: Amber Lancaster, James O'Halloran
Microphone Handoff: Amber
First Four Contestant Seating: Left to Right

First IUFB: Laptop Computer (14in laptop with 512GB SSD, 16GB RAM, fingerprint ID); ARP: $1,699 (James)

JUSTIN	ARETHA	JAYSEN	LINDA
899	599	800	900

The winner is...
LINDA

Linda is playing Punch-a-Bunch for a chance to win up to $25,000! Amber forgot to go hold the check during the reveal due to a dress malfunction. She later appears wearing a new dress.

Item #1 (Ice Cream Machine):

$125

Guess: LOWER

LOWER
$80

Correct!

Item #2 (Vacuum Sealer):

$79

Guess: HIGHER

HIGHER
$136

Correct!

Item #3 (Hair Roller Set):

$30

Guess: HIGHER

HIGHER
$65

Correct!

Item #4 (Egg Cooker):

$65

Guess: LOWER

LOWER
$40

Correct!

Linda has 4 punches.

$	$	$	$	$	$	4	$	$	$
$	$	3	$	$	$	$	$	$	$
$	$	$	$	$	$	1	$	$	$
$	$	$	$	$	$	$	$	$	$
$	$	$	$	$	$	$	$	$	2

1. $1000
   Throws it back.
2. $1000
   Throws it back.
3. $250
   Throws it back.
4. $1000
   LOSS (Total Winnings: $1,321)

Second IUFB: Designer Sunglasses (Proof Eyewear: Unisex sunglasses collection of 5 pairs with 5 cases); ARP: $685 (James)

JUSTIN	ARETHA	JAYSEN	JASMYN
1000	600	900	1100

The winner is...
ARETHA

Aretha is playing Coming or Going for a trip to Montreal (RT Coach to Montreal, QC for a 6n stay in a premier suite at the Le Cantile Suites Hotel + daily breakfast, 3hr bike tour) (Amber).

6	8	4	8	4	8	6
COMING			-or-	GOING

Aretha sets the price to:

6	8	4	8
COMING			-or-	GOING

ARP: $8,486. LOSS

Third IUFB: Ping Pong Table and Robot (Ping pong table with net and robot ping pong trainer); ARP: $2,203 (James and Amber)

JUSTIN	GINA	JAYSEN	JASMYN
1200	735	950	450

The winner is...
JUSTIN

Justin is playing for a 201 Nissan Versa S (1.6: engine, 5-speed MT, FWD, splash guards, chrome accents) (Amber)

Justin is playing BALANCE GAME for a 2017 Nissan Versa S (1.6: engine, 5-speed MT, FWD, splash guards, chrome accents) (Amber).

Bags: $165, $5000, $8000, $10000

Drew places $165 on the the scale.

Justin places $5000, $10000: 15165

James places the bag on the scale...

$165

$5000

$10000

CAR

ARP: 13165

Result: LOSS

SCSD #1

Contestant	Winnings	Spin 1	Spin 2	TOTAL	RESULT
Aretha	$685	45	50	.95	*SHOWCASE*
Justin	$2,203	85	30	1.15	OVER
Linda	$3,020	15	55	.70

Fourth IUFB: Pair of Smartphones (Waterproof 32GB smartphones); ARP: $1,400 (James)

ROBERT	GINA	JAYSEN	JASMYN
1125	1525	1100	1475

The winner is...
ROBERT

Robert is playing Double Cross for an ATV (Honda: Four Trax Recon ES with 229cc engine, 5-speed AT, helmet) (James) and ladies designer shoes and handbags (Tory Burch: Leather booties, platform sandals, pumps, sneakers, 3 handbags, tote) (Amber)

 

ATV

 

ATV

 

ACCESSORIES

 

ACCESSORIES

1

6

4

5

3

9

0

2

3

4

3

7

8

Robert sets the screens to:

 

ATV

 

ATV

 

ACCESSORIES

 

ACCESSORIES

1

6

4

5

3

9

0

2

3

4

3

7

8

ARPs: $4,539 and $3,453. LOSS

Fifth IUFB: Pair of Cameras (16MP mirrorless camera with 27 interchangeable lens cameras; 16mP camera with 22 filter effects); ARP: $1,250 (Overhead)

CAROLINA	GINA	JAYSEN	JASMYN
1500	1100	1200	1

The winner is...
JAYSEN

Jaysen, the last of the First Four, from Dallas, Texas, is playing Easy As 1-2-3 for:

1. Grill (Napoleon: Gas grill with 6 standard burners, 4-piece accesosries) (James)
2. Exercise Bike (Inspire Fitness: Indoor exercise bike with professional saddle) (James)
3. Television (65in 4K HDR LED TV with 3-way speaker) (Amber)

2

GRILL

$2,099

1

EXERCISE BIKE

$1,295

3

TELEVISION

$3,000

WIN

Sixth IUFB: Countertop Appliances and Kitchen Island (Cuchina Pro: Professional grade skillet, pan, flatbed, rtortailla maker, crepe maker, strainer, quartz-white top island from Home Styles); ARP: $1,073 (Amber

CAROLINA	GINA	JOANNE	JASMYN
1000	1011	900	1010

The winner is...
GINA

Gina is playing Stack The Deck for a 2017 Kia Soul (1.6L engine, 6-speed AT, FWD, carpeted floor mats, etch protection) (James).

STACK THE DECK

0

1

2

5

7

8

9

1) Hawaiian Kettle Chips

 

$1.79

$1.79

2) Cherry Limeade

8

3) Pantene Hair Spray

$6.49

$11.49

4) Baby's Vitamin D Supplmeent

8

5) Dishwashing Gloves

$4.99

$4.99

6) Cheese Sauce

8

7

STACK THE DECK

1

8

7

5

9

0

2

1

8

7

9

2

1

8

7

5

9

0

2

LOSS

SCSD #2

Contestant	Winnings	Spin 1	Spin 2	TOTAL	RESULT
Gina	$1,073	95	STAY	.95	*SHOWCASE*
Robert	$1,400	25	95	1.15	OVER
Jaysen	$7,644	25	100	.85	OVER

THE FABULOUS SHOWCASES

Gina has the honors...

SC1 - Aretha

SPRING INTO NEW THINGS

• Trip to New Mexico (RT Coach to Albuquerque, NM then to Santa Ana Pueblo for a 6n stay in a mountain vista double room at the Hyatt Regency Tamaya Resort and Spa + daily breakfast, hot air ride for 2) (James)
• Trip to Argentina (RT Coach to Buenos Aires, AR for a 6n stay in a royal suite at the Algodon Mansion + wine and charcuterie experience, tango lesson for 2) (Amber)
• Trip to Thailand (RT Coach to Phuket, TH for a 6n stay in a superior room at the BanThai Beach Resort and Spa + daily breakfast, private kiteboard lesson for 2) (Amber)

Bid: $20,000

SC2 - Gina

THE GREAT OUTDOORS

• GPS Watches (4 GPS watches with heart rate monitoring and GPS) (Amber)
• Camping Trailer (Viking: Epic 1706 trailer with walnut cabinets, heated mattresses, deep bowl acrylic sink, microwave, 20000 BTU furnace, shower) (James)
• 2018 Jeep Renegade Sport 4x2 (1.4L engine, 6-speed MT, power and air group, passive entry, remote start system) (Amber)

Bid: $29,000

Aretha

$20,000

TRIPS

$29,499

$9,499

TRIPS

Gina

$29,000

TRAILER/SUV

$30,318

$1,318

TRAILER/SUV

*WIN*
$31,391

Results: 1 out of 6
Winnings: $46,343
Biggest Winner: Gina

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[geniusinmath]

3 of a kind in punch-a-bunch is very rare. Great to see no one was over in the showcase.

[Teddy]

At least Eazy az 1-2-3 was won, so there was no 0-6 show either.

[TPIRfan#9821]

I just realized- We just had a Versa this past Friday, so that is a sign that we are in budget mode.

Also, that may the first time I have ever seen the Punch check vertically.

[ooboh]

That’s not the first time I’ve seen that Nissan Versa S with a $13,165 price tag.

[The Last Outlaw]

OK.  OBVIOUS OPINION ALERT!  I absolutely, unequivocally HATE Stack The Deck!  Is it just me or is it absolutely the hardest car game on Price?

[blozier2006]

OK.  OBVIOUS OPINION ALERT!  I absolutely, unequivocally HATE Stack The Deck!  Is it just me or is it absolutely the hardest car game on Price?

In terms of win/loss records, I think Temptation might take that dishonor (seriously, it hasn't produced a car win since Season 44).

EDIT: Just did some checking, and last year, Stack the Deck had a record of 2-9 (bad, but could be worse), whereas Temptation went 0-7 (and was one of only two car games to not be won even once in Season 45, the other being Golden Road).

With regards to this season, Stack the Deck is now 1-3, and Temptation is 0-5 (and is one of four car games with no S46 wins, the others being Gas Money, 3 Strikes and Triple Play). So while I'll admit Stack the Deck is rough, it's not the absolute worst.

[TPIRfan#9821]

With regards to this season, Stack the Deck is now 1-3, and Temptation is 0-5 (and is one of four car games with no S46 wins, the others being Gas Money, 3 Strikes and Triple Play). So while I'll admit Stack the Deck is rough, it's not the absolute worst.

However, you have to remember that you have $4k-$6k worth of tempting prizes for you to stop, which is really good, especially when you have $3k in cash at times. StD doesn't have that honor of a bailout option.

[TinoStar11]

3 of a kind in punch-a-bunch is very rare. Great to see no one was over in the showcase.

The last time someone punched 3 of the same amount happen last season ( Feb. 24 ) with 3 $250 Punches.

[WhammyPower788]

That may the first time I have ever seen the Punch check vertically.

It's not a check.  Also, posting this for posterity.

[Wayoshi]

That Balance setup is one of the single worst things I've ever seen in the Mike era.

[WOF85]

I don't see why Stack The Deck is so hated.  If a smart player takes it on, it's often a gimme. Today's was set up for a win if the back 3 cards were won. 0 1 5 and 8 would have been left leaving only two logical possibilities. With 18k being the smarter choice noting the cheap Versa in Balance Game. 

[Schfifty]

Rather meh show today, but the main highlight for sure was Amber's brief disappearance in Punch, which was hilarious. Loved George's comment as well ("That's our show. Goodnight, everybody!").

That Balance setup is one of the single worst things I've ever seen in the Mike era.

Yeah, I'll have to agree that it wasn't pleasant. For one, it had the cheapest car the show is offering right now, and second, why have a $10,000 bag? That should've been like 7k instead.

And also, why Balance for a car again instead of something like That's Too Much or Gridlock, especially when the latter has been declining in playings lately? This just seemed a bit odd.

[Hag]

I can't say I hate Stack. Certainly it's not one of the easiest games, but if you know your grocery items you can get set up pretty well to win.

[WOF85]

I can't say I hate Stack. Certainly it's not one of the easiest games, but if you know your grocery items you can get set up pretty well to win.

And that's really the purpose of car pricing games in general. None of them are "easy".  Some are simple but rely a lot on luck. (Let 'Em Roll, Spelling Bee) Others are harder but can be made a lot easier. (Cover Up, Switcheroo and Stack the Deck) Some are a mix of both skill and luck. (5 Price Tags, Hole in One, Lucky $even, Dice Game)