Recap for December 12, 2001 (1983K)

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1981K (12/10/2001), 1982K (12/11/2001), 1985K (12/14/2001)
Episode Number: 1983K (12/12/2001)
Airdate: December 12, 2001
Barker's Beauties: Nikki, Claudia, Heather

Here it comes! From the Bob Barker Studio at CBS in Hollywood! Television’s most exciting hour of fantastic prizes! The fabulous, 60-minute Price Is Right!

LOTS OF LAUGHS!
LOTS OF LOOT!
LOTS OF FUN!

First Four: Left-to-right
Microphone Handoff: Nikki


1st IUFB - A terrific treadmill: Horizon Fitness Paragon treadmill designed with simplicity, performance, and quality in mind, features a powerful 2 HP continuous duty motor (Claudia)

|	SARA	|	RYAN	|	GIUSEPPA	|	CATHERINE	|
|	$775	|	$1500	|	$1200	|	$1300	|

Giuseppa couldn't see what she is bidding on, though she placed a bid anyway. Bob would be concerned if she wins the treadmill without even looking.

Actual Retail Price: $1,099!

Sara is a 9-1-1 dispatcher. Bob jokes that Giuseppa should take the number down.

Sara is playing Cover Up for a new car: Ford Escort ZX2 2-door coupe, includes air conditioning, automatic transmission, and power group (unmodelled, until Heather enters).

The price of $37310 below is not correct.

	– – – – 6 – – – 7 8 – – 1 9 3 – 9 7 3 5 1 4 0 6 4 2 2 4 8 1
$	3 7 3 1 0

After she forgets what kind of car it is, Bob just tells her to go sit with Giuseppa.

Sara picks $14795. Wrong! How many numbers are correct?

	– – – – 6 – – – 7 8 – – 1 _ 3 – 9 _ 3 _ _ _ 0 6 4 2 2 4 8 1
$	1 4 7 9 5

Sara picks $14735. Is she a winner?

	– – – – 6 – – – 7 8 – – 1 _ 3 – 9 _ _ _ _ _ 0 6 4 2 2 4 8 1
$	1 4 7 3 5 1 4 7 3 5

That's correct! Sara wins the car!


2nd IUFB - A new refrigerator/freezer: Whirlpool side-by-side refrigerator with temperature control system, Easy Touch ice and water door dispenser, engineered for reliable and efficient operation (Nikki on the Train, Claudia with the prize)

|	MARVLASTINE	|	Ryan	|	Giuseppa	|	Catherine	|
|	$1450	|	$750	|	$1125	|	$1200	|

Actual Retail Price: $1,199!

Giuseppa is playing Switch? for a stylish dinette set and a fun digital piano:
1: Broyhill Continental Tapestry 6-piece dinette set with pedestal base and castered armchairs (Nikki)
2: Yamaha Clavinova digital piano with incredible lifelike sound of sparkling stereo sampling AWM tone generation (Heather)

DINETTE	–	PIANO
$2695	|	$1963
SWITCH?	|	SWITCH?

Giuseppa chooses to switch!

DINETTE	–	PIANO
$1963	|	$2695
SWITCH?	|	SWITCH?

Reveal the prices!

DINETTE	–	PIANO
$1963	|	$2695
$1963	|	$2695

Giuseppa wins both prizes!


3rd IUFB - A comfy chair with ottoman: Palecek chair and ottoman designed with comfort and relaxation in mind, the lattice skirt and beautifully woven wicker enhanced by the rich, brown colors (Claudia)

Also going to the winner is a supply of Maximum Strength Anbesol pain reliever (Claudia)

|	Marvlastine	|	Ryan	|	FRANCES	|	Catherine	|
|	$1	|	$2	|	$950	|	$700	|

"What's dirtier than a $1 bid? A $2 bid!"

Actual Retail Price: $1,448!

Frances is playing Check Out for a cool jukebox: Wurlitzer 1015 CD jukebox, with 200 watts of music power, a prize worth $8,995 (Nikki and Heather).

Frances must be within $1.00 above or below the total of these grocery products:
1. Bag of Jolly Time Yellow Popcorn
2. Tilex Fresh Shower brand spray
3. Udderly Smooth Hand and Body Lotion with Vitamin E and Aloe Vera
4. Can of Famous Barbasol Shave Cream
5. New Preparation H Medicated Wipes with Aloe

|	POPCORN	|	CLEANER	|	LOTION	|	SHAVING CREAM	|	WIPES	|
|	––––	|	––––	|	––––	|	––––	|	––––	|

Frances guesses the popcorn is $1.49.
Frances guesses the cleaner is $3.40.
Frances guesses the lotion is $4.99.
Frances guesses the shaving cream is $2.50.
Frances guesses the wipes are $2.49 for a total of...

$14.87

The actual price of the popcorn is $1.29.
The actual price of the cleaner is $2.49, for a total of $3.78.
The actual price of the lotion is $4.75, for a total of $8.53.
The actual price of the shaving cream is $1.19, for a total of $9.72.
The actual price of the wipes is $5.69, for a total of $15.41.

|	POPCORN	|	CLEANER	|	LOTION	|	SHAVING CREAM	|	WIPES	|
|	$1.29	|	$2.49	|	$4.75	|	$1.19	|	$5.69	|

$14.87 $15.41

For a difference of...

$14.87 $ .54 WIN

Frances wins the jukebox!


1st Showcase Showdown:

|	CONTESTANT	|	SPIN 1	|	SPIN 2	|	TOTAL	|	RESULT	|
|	Giuseppa	|	.35	|	.85	|	1.20	|	MRRRRRRRP!	|
|	Frances	|	.20	|	.35	|	.55	|		|
|	Sara	|	.65	|	––	|	.65	|	SHOWCASE	|

4th IUFB - A charming drawer chest: The Lane Company, Inc. Essex Collection classic designed 18-drawer chest crafted of cherry veneers and maple solids with antique brass hardware (Heather)

Also going to the winner is a supply of Vicks VapoRub decongestant (Heather)

|	Marvlastine	|	Ryan	|	BRANDIE	|	Catherine	|
|	$1625	|	$1350	|	$1200	|	$1600	|

Actual Retail Price: $2,599!

Marvlastine is playing Squeeze Play for a beautiful bed: Largo International, Inc. Chatham bed featuring the charm of antique casting along with the romance of wraparound double posts on the headboard; plus a Loving Care queen-size waterless waterbed for the luxurious feeling of flotation sleep without the water or weight (Nikki)

| 3 1 3 9 4 | | – – – – – |

Marvlastine pulls out the 9. Squeeze them together and reveal the price!

| $ 3 1 3 4 | | $ 3 3 9 4 |

She simply went the wrong way. Marvlastine will be back for the Showcase Showdown in the second half of the show.


The next calldown, Enrique, is with a group of Marines. Burton even announces that he's a military man.

5th IUFB - Elegant flatware: Oneida Michelangelo pattern flatware with the elegance of fine silver and the practicality of stainless, a 46-piece service with chest (Claudia and Nikki)

|	ENRIQUE	|	Ryan	|	Brandie	|	Catherine	|
|	$600	|	$800	|	$1000	|	$601	|

Actual Retail Price: $843!

Ryan is with a group of scholars from Biola.

Ryan is playing Punch A Bunch for a chance to win up to $10,000 (Heather)!

PUNCHBOARD $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $

Ryan can win up to four punches on the Punchboard by pricing these small items (Nikki):

1. Handheld massager to massage away your knots and stress, with dual-pivoting heads for an invigorating massage

$85

Ryan thinks the price is LOWER.

LOWER
$70

Correct! 1 punch earned!

2. Nighthawk Carbon Monoxide alarm that continuously monitors levels of poisonous gases in your home, giving you an updated digital reading every 15 seconds

$59

Ryan thinks the price is LOWER.

LOWER
$45

Correct! 2 punches earned!

3. Personal digital assistant for kids, includes games, a digital camera, and a calculator, while providing loads of fun

$130

Ryan thinks the price is LOWER.

LOWER
$115

Correct! 3 punches earned!

4. WaterPik that cleans where brushing and flossing can't reach, the pulsating jets easily reaching between teeth while the easy-to-use handle lets you control water flow

$25

Ryan thinks the price is HIGHER.

HIGHER
$37

Correct! 4 punches earned!

Ryan punches the following holes:

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

Slip 1 is worth... $500. Ryan throws it away.
Slip 2 is worth... $1000. Ryan stops now.

(Slip 3 was worth $250, and Slip 4 was worth $50.)

Ryan wins $1,000 in cash.


The next calldown, Eduviges, is celebrating her 50th birthday.

6th IUFB - A unique barbecue smoker: Big Green Egg unique barbecue grill and smoker, all ceramic, holds heat better than metal, with foods always juicy and done in less time (Nikki on the Turntable)

Also going to the winner is a supply of Dawn dishwashing liquid (Nikki)

|	Enrique	|	EDUVIGES	|	Brandie	|	Catherine	|
|	$750 $751	|	$700	|	$600	|	$750	|

Actual Retail Price: $900!

We saw that coming after the "repeat" bid, and Catherine is now joining the First Four Breakfast Club.

Enrique is playing Card Game for a new car: Ford Escape XLS 4x2, includes XLS convenience group, 15-inch polished aluminum wheels, and side step bars (Claudia).

Enrique draws a card from the range deck, and must be within $2000 of the price without going over.

The starting bid is...

$10000
R$2000

Enrique draws a 8 of Diamonds for $800.

$10800
R$2000

Enrique draws a 10 of Diamonds for $1000.

$11800
R$2000

Enrique draws a 4 of Diamonds for $400.

$12200
R$2000

Enrique draws a 5 of Spades for $500.

$12700
R$2000

Enrique draws a 7 of Hearts for $700.

$13400
R$2000

Enrique stops. The actual retail price is... $19,365 for a difference of...

$5965
R$2000

Way too early to pull over. Enrique will return for the Showcase Showdown after the break.


Contestants not appearing onstage will receive a Nisis QP2 digital camera and a gift from Invention Submission Corporation by calling 1-800-288-IDEA.

2nd Showcase Showdown:

|	CONTESTANT	|	SPIN 1	|	SPIN 2	|	TOTAL	|	RESULT	|
|	Enrique	|	.75	|	––	|	.75	|		|
|	Ryan	|	. 5	|	.70	|	.75	|		|
|	Marvlastine	|	.60	|	.65	|	1.25	|	MRRRRRRRP!	|

Marvlastine fell on her bottom during her second spin. Be careful, there!

|	SPINOFF	|	SPIN	|	RESULT	|
|	Enrique	|	.80	|		|
|	Ryan	|	1.00	|	$1,000!	|

|	BONUS SPIN	|	SPIN	|	RESULT	|
|	Ryan	|	. 5	|	*$5,000!* SHOWCASE	|

Sara is the top winner, and Ryan is the Runner-Up!

SHOWCASE 1: We do some errands with Heather!
1. And first on her list is to pick up a new loofah sponge to go along with her new bathtub!
- Modernized version of the old-fashioned ball and claw tub complete with brushed chrome fixtures, adds new dimensions to your bathroom dιcor

2. And next on her list is a can of wax so she can polish her brand new motorcycle!
- Honda Rebel bike with twin-cylinder 234 CC 4-stroke engine for a smooth, quiet, and economical ride, and easy maintenance

3. And the final item on her list is to pick up some rope, so she can practice tying nautical knots for her new party boat!
- Electra Craft 18-foot party boat with canopy, upholstered seats and helm, inboard electric 5 HP motor, and trailer

Ryan Bids: $26,000.

SHOWCASE 2
1. Terrific collection of family games (Claudia): Endless Games collection of 23 board games for the entire family including some of your all-time favorite game shows such as The Price is Right
2. Wonderful new living room (Heather): Carson's of High Point 6-piece living room group featuring sofa with matching chair, ottoman, and 2-piece cocktail table with matching end table; plus 40 square yards of S&S Carpet Mills Celebrity carpeting
3. Trip to Barcelona (Claudia): Fly with a guest round-trip coach from L.A. to Barcelona for a 6-night stay plus daily buffet breakfast at the Hilton Barcelona located just minutes away from the Picasso Museum and Olympic Stadium, with superior accommodations

Sara Bids: $22,500.

Showcase bids:

|	Ryan	|	Sara	|
|	$22500	|	$26000	|

ARP of Sara's Showcase: $31,309, for a difference of $5,309. (No close-up.)
ARP of Ryan's Showcase: $13,500. MRRRRRRRP! (With close-up.)

Difference of:

|	ROOM/TRIP	|	PARTY BOAT	|
|	OVER	|	$5309	|

Ryan wins $47,143 in prizes!


Bob Barker reminds you to help control the pet population, and have your pets spayed or neutered!