Thanks for the kind words.  I had a " what did I just do" moment after I got this, so I feel better now.  
Interesting or weird, another one is on EBay right now.  It's also a Colorado machine.  Boy, I'd be happy to get half of the 3k asking price when I'm ready to sell. 
 
 Could not past the link, but here's the ebay ID: 130776882910
I think I'll take my chances and remove the lower two vinyl decals. 
Anyone have a way of getting the date off of the Serial #?  The site database with machine info lists the Vendo 110, VMC 110 and VMC 6 Case as made from 52' to 59', and the Vendo 6 Case from 48' to 56'.  From all of the site posts I've read, I'm guessing because of the lighted door and shelf type, probably a later year model?