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Weeks #104-#115 all had the Best Two Out of Three format, which was utilized from July 1988 to June 1990.

Week #104[]

Featured cars: Volkswagen Golf, Geo Metro LSI, Mitsubishi Precis RS, Jeep Cherokee, Chevrolet Camaro, Isuzu Amigo Convertible, Ford Festiva, and Hyundai Excel GL
Episode # Original NBC Airdate Contestants
#0533[1] June 16, 1989 Richard Vs. Kathleen
#0534[2] June 19, 1989 Kathleen ($1,199) Vs. Marty
#0535[3] June 20, 1989 Marty ($7,106) Vs. Patty
#0536[4] June 21, 1989 Anna Vs. Dave
#0537[5] June 22, 1989 Dave ($9,375) Vs. Kay
#0538[6] June 23, 1989 Dave ($16,805) Vs. Victor

Week #105[]

Featured cars: Volkswagen Golf, Geo Metro LSI, Mitsubishi Precis RS, Buick Skylark, Eagle Premier ES, Isuzu Amigo Convertible, Ford Festiva, and Hyundai Excel GL
Episode # Original NBC Airdate Contestants
#0539[7] June 26, 1989 Michael Vs. Kathie
#0540[8] June 27, 1989 Kathie ($1,935) Vs. Manny
#0541[9] June 28, 1989 Manny ($3,863) Vs. Gretchen
#0542[10] June 29, 1989 Gretchen ($7,413) Vs. ???
#0543[11] June 30, 1989 Gretchen ($8,492) Vs. Rob
#0544[12] July 05, 1989 Gretchen ($10,696) Vs. John

Week #106[]

Celebration of Love Week II

Featured cars: Volkswagen Golf, Geo Metro LSI, Mitsubishi Precis RS, Honda Civic LX, Oldsmobile Cutlass Ciera, Isuzu Amigo Convertible, Ford Festiva, and Hyundai Excel GL
Episode # Original NBC Airdate Contestants
#0545[13] July 10, 1989 ??? & ??? Vs. ??? & ???
#0546[14] July 11, 1989 ??? & ??? Vs. ??? & ???
#0547[15] July 12, 1989 ??? & ??? Vs. ??? & ???
#0548[16] July 13, 1989 ??? & ??? Vs. ??? & ???
#0549[17] July 14, 1989 ??? & ??? Vs. ??? & ???
#0550[18] July 06, 1989 Gretchen ($12,201) Vs. Rick

Week #107[]

Featured cars: Honda CRX Si, Hyundai Sonata GLS, Ford Mustang LX, Mazda 929, Audi 80 Quattro, Pontiac LeMans LE, Jeep Wrangler Islander, and Mitsubishi Mirage
Episode # Original NBC Airdate Contestants
#0551[19] July 07, 1989 Rick ($1,995) Vs. Jill
#0552[20] July 17, 1989 Donna Vs. Bruce
#0553[21] July 18, 1989 Donna ($10,950) Vs. Matt
#0554[22] July 19, 1989 Matt ($2,841) Vs. Leslie
#0555[23] July 20, 1989 Leslie ($4,144) Vs. Joe
#0556[24] July 21, 1989 Leslie ($4,609) Vs. Scott

Week #108 (July 07, 1989)[]

Featured cars: Honda CRX Si, Hyundai Sonata GLS, Ford Mustang LX, Chevrolet Astro Cargo Van, Oldsmobile Royale Delta 88 Brougham, Pontiac LeMans LE, Jeep Wrangler Islander, and Mitsubishi Mirage
Episode # Original NBC Airdate Contestants
#0557[25] July 24, 1989 Michael Vs. Linda
#0558[26] July 25, 1989 Michael ($9,913) Vs. Rhonda
#0559[27] July 26, 1989 Steven Vs. Marcie
#0560[28] July 27, 1989 Marcie ($8,695) Vs. Steve
#0561[29] July 28, 1989 Rick Vs. Becky
#0562[30] July 31, 1989 Becky ($14,544) Vs. Thom

Week #109[]

Featured cars: Honda CRX Si, Hyundai Sonata GLS, Ford Mustang LX, Eagle Summit DL, Volkswagen Cabriolet Convertible, Pontiac LeMans LE, Jeep Wrangler Islander, and Mitsubishi Mirage
Episode # Original NBC Airdate Contestants
#0563[31] August 01, 1989 Paul Vs. Janine
#0564[32] August 02, 1989 Janine ($5,035) Vs. Chase
#0565[33] August 03, 1989 Chase ($278) Vs. Rose
#0566[34] August 04, 1989 Chase ($7,140) Vs. Rebeca
#0567[35] August 07, 1989 Rebeca ($1,730) Vs. Janet
#0568[36] August 08, 1989 Rachel Vs. Joe

Week #110[]

Woodstock Salute on August 15-16

Featured cars: Jeep Wrangler Convertible, Ford Mustang GT Convertible, Oldsmobile Cutlass Cruiser Wagon, Honda Prelude Si, Pontiac Grand Am SE, Hyundai Excel GL, Mitsubishi Mighty Max Pickup, and Dodge Spirit ES
Episode # Original NBC Airdate Contestants
#0569[37] August 09, 1989 Rachel ($9,643) Vs. Joe
#0570[38] August 10, 1989 Joe Vs. Kathy
#0571[39] August 11, 1989 Kathy ($8,164) Vs. Don
#0572[40] August 14, 1989 Gary Vs. Jennifer
#0573[41] August 15, 1989 Jennifer ($8,261) Vs. Steve
#0574[42] August 16, 1989 Jennifer ($17,288) Vs. Jeff

Week #111[]

Woodstock Salute on August 17

Featured cars: Jeep Wrangler Convertible, Ford Mustang GT Convertible, Oldsmobile Cutlass Cruiser Wagon, Volkswagen Golf GTI, Eagle Premier ES, Hyundai Excel GL, Mitsubishi Mighty Max Pickup, and Dodge Spirit ES
Episode # Original NBC Airdate Contestants
#0575[43] August 17, 1989 Tricia Vs. David
#0576[44] August 18, 1989 David ($7,358) Vs. Phyllis
#0577[45] August 21, 1989 Joan Vs. Marc
#0578[46] August 22, 1989 Marc ($9,131) Vs. Mike
#0579[47] August 23, 1989 Mike ($5,468) Vs. Karen
#0580[48] August 24, 1989 Mike ($24,349) Vs. Gayle

Week #112[]

Featured cars: Jeep Wrangler Convertible, Ford Mustang GT Convertible, Oldsmobile Cutlass Cruiser Wagon, Chrysler LeBaron, Mazda MX-6 DX, Hyundai Excel GL, Mitsubishi Mighty Max Pickup, and Dodge Spirit ES
Episode # Original NBC Airdate Contestants
#0581[49] August 25, 1989 Chris Vs. Jann
#0582[50] August 28, 1989 Jann ($12,647) Vs. Tim
#0583[51] August 29, 1989 Jann ($25,057) Vs. Noah
#0584[52] August 30, 1989 Noah ($3,270) Vs. Kathleen
#0585[53] August 31, 1989 Alan Vs. Lisa
#0586[54] September 01, 1989 Lisa ($8,964) Vs. Scott

Week #113[]

Featured cars: Jeep Wrangler Convertible, Mitsubishi Precis, Oldsmobile Cutlass Calais, Daihatsu Charade, Honda Civic LX, Ford Festiva, Nissan Sentra, and Hyundai Excel
Episode # Original NBC Airdate Contestants
#0587[55] September 04, 1989 Spencer Vs. Kristi
#0588[56] September 05, 1989 Bruce Vs. Cynthia
#0589[57] September 06, 1989 Cynthia ($9,030) Vs. Qualin
#0590[58] September 07, 1989 Cynthia ($13,704) Vs. Ron
#0591[59] September 08, 1989 Ron ($3,700) Vs. Cynthia ($21,936)

Week #114[]

Featured cars: Jeep Wrangler Convertible, Mitsubishi Precis, Oldsmobile Cutlass Calais, Volkswagen Fox GL, Plymouth Horizon, Ford Festiva, Nissan Sentra, and Hyundai Excel
Episode # Original NBC Airdate Contestants
#0592[60] September 11, 1989 Valerie Vs. Andy
#0593[61] September 12, 1989 Andy ($13,152) Vs. Patti
#0594[62] September 13, 1989 Patti ($4,166) Vs. Jim
#0595[63] September 14, 1989 Bill Vs. Sandra
#0596[64] September 15, 1989 Bill ($11,470) Vs. Sandra

Week #115[]

Featured cars: Jeep Wrangler Convertible, Mitsubishi Precis, Oldsmobile Cutlass Calais, Toyota Tercel, Pontiac LeMans LE, Ford Festiva, Nissan Sentra, and Hyundai Excel
Episode # Original NBC Airdate Contestants
#0597[65] September 18, 1989 Sandra ($9,739) Vs. Steve
#0598[66] September 19, 1989 Sandra ($19,416) Vs. Joyce
#0599[67] September 20, 1989 Linda Vs. Jeff
#0600[68] September 21, 1989 Jeff ($4,720) Vs. Jennifer
#0601[69] September 22, 1989 Jeff ($10,890) Vs. Michelle

Go Back to: Spring 1989

Advance to: Fall 1989

Notes[]

  1. Transition spots now purple. Marjorie has fully recovered from her injured knee. Beginning with this week, a "Based on a Concept by Buddy Piper" text notice appears in the full credit roll. Buddy Piper was one of the original co-creators of Concentration, along with Jack Barry, Dan Enright, and Robert Noah. Featured prizes: Designer Table (Game 1) and Home Basketball Court (Game 2). "Here's Johnny" is used once again for the rebus, and Alex mentions that The Tonight Show tapes across the hall. Two new players are present due to Jim retiring. No Winner's Circle win. Kathleen defeated Richard, 2-1. Richard won five prizes worth $8,110 in Game 1, and Kathleen won two prizes worth $1,199 in Game 2.
  2. Featured prizes: Diamond Bracelet (Game 1) and Video Camera (Game 2). Marty is from Montreal, Canada, and would later be cast in as Zack on TV Ontario's Join In. Quick solve from Kathleen in Game 1. No Winner's Circle win. Marty defeated Kathleen, who left with $1,399, 2-1. Kathleen won one prize worth $200 (exact amount not specified) in Game 1, and Marty won eight prizes worth $7,106 in Game 2.
  3. Featured prizes: Washer and Dryer (Game 1) and Spoon Hutch (Game 2). Patty finds the $500 bonus for finding two WILD! Cards in a row in Game 2, but unfortunately, she did not win it. After three attempts (and with no time left on the clock), Marty wins a Geo Metro LSI worth $8,826 in the Winner's Circle. Marty retires undefeated with $26,805 in prizes. Marty defeated Patty, 2-0. Marty won three prizes worth $4,701 in Game 1, and three prizes worth $6,172 in Game 2.
  4. Featured prizes: Giant Screen TV (Game 1) and Telescope (Game 2). Two new players are present due to Marty retiring. The arrows on the puzzle in Game 1 were obscured by a tree. Gene Wood: "Due to a production problem, a puzzle was replaced." No Winner's Circle win. Dave defeated Anna, 2-1. Dave won all nine prizes worth $9,375 in Game 1, and Anna won two prizes worth an unspecified amount in Game 2.
  5. Featured prizes: Kayak (Game 1) and Limited Edition Artwork (Game 2). The opening puzzle was a tribute to Lucille Ball, a close friend of Alex's, who died on April 26, 1989. Two free spaces were revealed in Game 2. Alex is reminded off camera that there wouldn't be a rundown of what Dave won in Game 2. No Winner's Circle win. Dave defeated Kay, 2-0. Dave won all nine prizes worth $7,370 in Game 1 (two days in a row), and one prize worth $60 (exact amount not specified) in Game 2.
  6. Featured prizes: Black Lacquer Clock (Game 1) and Diamond Pendant (Game 2). Two males are present. After three attempts, Dave wins a Mitsubishi Precis worth $7,479 in the Winner's Circle. Dave retires undefeated with $31,794 in prizes. Dave defeated Victor, 2-1. Dave won six prizes worth $7,510 in Game 1, and Victor won five prizes worth $6,139 in Game 2.
  7. Featured prizes: Exercise Cycle (Game 1) and His/Her Recliners (Game 2). Two new players are present due to Dave retiring. General Lee appears on the puzzle in Game 2. Kathie's 13-month old daughter is present at the very end. No Winner's Circle win. Kathie defeated Michael, 2-1. Kathie won two prizes worth $1,935 in Game 1, and Michael won two prizes worth $3,470 in Game 2.
  8. Featured prizes: Pearl Necklace (Game 1) and Jukebox (Game 2). A cover of Another Part of Me by Michael Jackson plays in the featured prize description for Game 2. Two free spaces were revealed in Game 2. No Winner's Circle win. Manny defeated Kathie, who left with $10,630, 2-1. Kathie won eight prizes worth $8,695 in Game 1, and Manny won three prizes worth $3,863 in Game 2.
  9. Featured prizes: Camping Package (Game 1) and Home Spa (Game 2). Four free spaces were revealed in Game 2. No Winner's Circle win, and by mistake, Gretchen was given 50 seconds instead of 45. Gretchen defeated Manny, 2-0. Gretchen won eight prizes worth $7,413 in Game 1, and no prizes in Game 2.
  10. Buzzr skips this episode. No circulating copy available. No Winner's Circle win. Gretchen won $1,079 in prizes.
  11. Preempted on July 03-04 for Wimbledon coverage. Featured prizes: Motor Scooter (Game 1) and Massage Table (Game 2). Rob missed an opportunity to win all nine prizes in Game 1. General Lee appears on the puzzle in Game 2. At the end, Alex announced that they wouldn't be seen from July 03-04 due to Wimbledon, and that there would also be a second Celebration of Love Week after that. Alex also announces that it's Gretchen's birthday. No Winner's Circle win. Gretchen defeated Rob, 2-0. Gretchen won no prizes in Game 1, and one prize worth $2,204 (exact amount not specified) in Game 2.
  12. Featured prizes: Jet Ski (Game 1) and Gold Diamond Earrings (Game 2). Alex wears red, white, and blue to celebrate Independence Day. Buddy Hackett makes a cameo in the beginning, and unusually, Game 1 ended up taking the entire second segment under this format. Board problems prompted Alex to explain at the player island. Four free spaces were revealed in Game 2. After this episode was taped, regular play was temporarily halted for Celebration of Love Week II. No Winner's Circle win. Gretchen defeated John, 2-1. Gretchen won three prizes worth $1,505 in Game 1, and John won four prizes worth $3,786 in Game 2.
  13. Buzzr skips this episode. No circulating copy available. This episode aired as Day 1 of Celebration of Love Week II for July 1989 Sweeps. NBC interrupted Week #107 to show this. All week long, the base time was 50 seconds.
  14. Buzzr skips this episode. No circulating copy available. This episode aired as Day 2 of Celebration of Love Week II.
  15. Buzzr skips this episode. No circulating copy available. This episode aired as Day 3 of Celebration of Love Week II.
  16. Buzzr skips this episode. No circulating copy available. This episode aired as Day 4 of Celebration of Love Week II.
  17. Buzzr skips this episode. No circulating copy available. This episode aired as the final day of Celebration of Love Week II.
  18. Regular play resumes. This episode was part of Week #106, but was aired before the first five shows of this same Week were broadcast. Featured prizes: Piano (Game 1) and Diamond Emerald Ring (Game 2). Alex tries on Gretchen's glasses, and a George Washington drawing appears on the puzzle in Game 1. General Lee appears on the puzzle in Game 2. Gene Wood: "Due to a production problem, a car game was replaced". Reveal sound inadvertently played. No Winner's Circle win, and Rick's daughters are present. Rick defeated Gretchen, who left with $19,284, 2-1. Rick won two prizes worth $1,995 in Game 1, and Gretchen won four prizes worth $7,083 in Game 2.
  19. Featured prizes: Scuba Gear (Game 1) and China Cabinet (Game 2). Four free spaces were revealed in Game 2. Different music cue from normal played during tiebreaker. After eight attempts, Jill wins a Mazda 929 (the car she wanted) worth $24,242 in the Winner's Circle, and retires undefeated with just that. This was the most expensive car ever won on the program. Jill defeated Rick, who left with $8,269, 2-1. Rick won six prizes worth $6,274 in Game 1, and Jill won no prizes in Game 2.
  20. Featured prizes: Sailboat (Game 1) and Fax Machine (Game 2). Two new players are present due to Jill retiring. No Winner's Circle win. Donna defeated Bruce, 2-0. Donna won five prizes worth $6,596 in Game 1, and three prizes worth $4,354 in Game 2.
  21. Featured prizes: Attache Telephone (Game 1) and Diamond Ruby Pendant (Game 2). Quick solve from Matt in Game 2. No Winner's Circle win. Matt defeated Donna, who left with $12,690, 2-1. Donna won one prize worth $1,740 in Game 1, and Matt won two prizes worth $2,841 in Game 2.
  22. Featured prizes: Flowers for a Year (Game 1) and Kayak (Game 2). "Straitjacket" in Game 1 is misspelled as "Straight Jacket". Slight music problem during the tiebreaker. No Winner's Circle win (of which, there was almost one). Leslie defeated Matt, who left with close to $3,000, 2-1. Leslie won five prizes worth $4,144 in Game 1, and Matt won one prize worth an unspecified amount in Game 2.
  23. Featured prizes: Jukebox (Game 1) and Home Basketball Court (Game 2). Leslie missed an opportunity to win all nine prizes in Game 2. No Winner's Circle win. Leslie defeated Joe, 2-1. Leslie won two prizes worth $465 in Game 1 (exact amount not specified), and Joe won no prizes in Game 2.
  24. Featured prizes: Backyard Barbecue (Game 1) and Grandfather Clock (Game 2). The opening rebus ("Happy Birthday to You") was in honor of Alex Trebek, who turned 49 in 1989. Quick solve from Leslie in both games. Alex mentions the old NBC variety show Laugh-In, and lists which vacations Leslie didn't win. At the very end, Alex was surprised by Marjorie with a birthday cake, and the home game. After five attempts, Leslie wins a Mitsubishi Mirage worth $9,273 in the Winner's Circle. Leslie retires undefeated with $18,959 in prizes. Leslie defeated Scott, 2-0. Leslie won two prizes worth $1,380 in Game 1, and two prizes worth $3,697 in Game 2.
  25. Featured prizes: Video Game (Game 1) and Motor Scooter (Game 2). Two new players are present due to Leslie retiring. Tengen's R.B.I. Baseball appears on the Play Choice 10 cabinet in Game 1. No Winner's Circle win. Michael defeated Linda, 2-1. Michael won seven prizes worth $9,913 in Game 1, and Linda won two prizes worth $570 in Game 2.
  26. Featured prizes: Water-Skiing Package (Game 1) and Diamond Sapphire Ring (Game 2). At the start, Alex teases a very special guest for tomorrow's show. Quick solve from Michael in Game 1. After two attempts, Michael wins a Mitsubishi Mirage worth $9,273 in the Winner's Circle, and his wife comes up on stage. Michael retires undefeated with $33,254 in prizes. Michael defeated Rhonda, 2-0. Michael won three prizes worth $4,647 in Game 1, and seven prizes worth $9,421 in Game 2.
  27. Featured prizes: Patio Dining Ensemble (Game 1) and Groceries for a Year (Game 2). Two new players are present due to Michael retiring. Marjorie's pet Wonder Pig Anabelle is present in Game 1; that was who Alex was teasing previously. Marcie defeated Steven, 2-0. Quick solve from Marcie in Game 1. No Winner's Circle win (of which Marcie came close). Marcie won two prizes worth $500 (exact amount not specified) in Game 1, and all nine prizes worth $8,195 in Game 2.
  28. Featured prizes: Jet Ski (Game 1) and Electronic Keyboard (Game 2). After two attempts, Marcie wins a Hyundai Sonata GLS worth $13,385 and a friend or family member comes up on stage. Marcie retires undefeated with $32,063 in prizes. Marcie defeated Steve, 2-0. Marcie won four prizes worth $3,979 in Game 1, and four prizes worth $6,004 in Game 2.
  29. Buzzr skips this episode. It is in circulation from the original broadcast, with the intro ever so slightly clipped. Featured prizes: Mahogany Desk (Game 1) and Rattan Chair (Game 2). Two new players are present due to Marcie retiring. The opening puzzle is in honor of Goodson-Todman director Marc Breslow; it was his birthday on this tape date. Quick solve from Becky in Game 1. Annabelle the Wonder Pig appears again. General Lee appears on the puzzle in Game 2, and all 25 spaces were revealed in that portion of the episode. At the end, Marc Breslow appears on camera. No Winner's Circle win (of which Becky came close). Becky defeated Rick, 2-0. Becky won two prizes worth $6,186 in Game 1, and seven prizes worth $8,358 in Game 2.
  30. Featured prizes: Rocking Horse (Game 1) and Copper Pots/Racks (Game 2). Thom is back due to an error. Becky finds the $500 bonus for finding two WILD! Cards in a row in Game 1, but it was taken by Thom, and he didn't win it. After two attempts, Becky wins a Hyundai Sonata GLS worth $13,385 in the Winner's Circle. Becky retires undefeated with $37,784 in prizes. Becky defeated Thom, 2-0. Becky won five prizes worth $8,556 in Game 1, and two prizes worth $1,299 in Game 2.
  31. Featured prizes: Diamond Gold Earrings (Game 1) and Pool Table (Game 2). Two new players are present due to Becky retiring. General Lee appears on the puzzle in Game 1. Quick solve from Janine in Game 2. No Winner's Circle win. Janine defeated Paul, 2-0. Paul won two prizes worth $4,858 in Game 1, and Janine won three prizes worth $5,035 in Game 2.
  32. Gene Wood doesn't call the cars "fabulous", and Alex quips that they're b-level cars. Featured prizes: Dune Buggy (Game 1) and Telescope (Game 2). They forgot to move the Stereo over to Janine's side, which was later corrected. Janine blew a lot of prizes on Game 1's puzzle. Two free spaces were revealed in Game 2. No Winner's Circle win. Chase defeated Janine, 2-0. Chase won one prize in both games, each worth an unspecified amount. They were worth $278.
  33. Featured prizes: Video Camera (Game 1) and Refrigerator/Freezer (Game 2). No Winner's Circle win (of which Chase came so close). Chase defeated Rose, 2-0. Chase won three prizes worth $2,279 in Game 1, and three prizes worth $4,583 in Game 2.
  34. Featured prizes: Giant Screen TV (Game 1) and Oriental Rug (Game 2). Rebeca is from Colombia. Rebeca finds the $500 bonus for finding two WILD! Cards in a row in Game 1, and wins it. No Winner's Circle win. Rebeca defeated Chase, 2-0. Rebeca won two prizes (plus the $500 bonus) worth $1,430 in Game 1, and one prize worth $300 (exact amount not specified) in Game 2.
  35. Featured prizes: Beverly Hills Shopping Spree (Game 1) and Artwork (Game 2). Two females are present. Buzz-in sound rung in inadvertently. Alex goofed a bit in the Winner's Circle, thinking a match wasn't made, when it was. After five attempts, Janet wins a Honda CRX Si worth $12,240 in the Winner's Circle, and her family and friends come up on stage. Janet retires undefeated with $17,510 in prizes. Janet defeated Rebeca, who left $2,500+, 2-1. Rebeca won one prize worth $800+ (exact amount not specified) in Game 1, and Janet won three prizes worth $5,270 in Game 2.
  36. Featured prizes: Pearl Necklace (Game 1) and Grand Piano (Game 2). Two new players are present due to Janet retiring. Two free spaces were revealed in Game 2. Quick solve from Rachel in Game 2. No Winner's Circle win. Rachel defeated Joe, 2-0. Rachel won all nine prizes worth $9,623 in Game 1, and one prize worth $20 (exact amount not specified) in Game 2.
  37. Buzzr skips this episode. No circulating copy available. Joe is back due to error. After two attempts, Rachel wins a Honda Prelude SI worth $17,200+ in the Winner's Circle, and retires undefeated.
  38. Featured prizes: Secretary Hutch (Game 1) and His/Her Diamond Watches (Game 2). Joe is once again back due to an error. Him and a new player are present due to Rachel retiring. Alex says that Mark Goodson is currently enjoying a hot air balloon flight in France. No Winner's Circle win. Kathy defeated Joe, 2-0. Kathy won one prize worth $25 (exact amount not specified) in Game 1, and eight prizes worth $8,139 in Game 2.
  39. Featured prizes: Fax Machine (Game 1) and Bicycle Built for Two (Game 2). Quick solve from Don in Game 2. The Superman logo is on the puzzle in Game 2. After two attempts, Kathy wins an Oldsmobile Cutlass Wagon worth $16,852 in the Winner's Circle. Kathy retires undefeated with $35,828 in prizes. Kathy defeated Don, 2-1. Kathy won all nine prizes worth $10,812 in Game 1, and Don won five prizes worth $5,802 in Game 2.
  40. Featured prizes: Motor Scooter (Game 1) and Crystal Stemware (Game 2). At the start, Alex mentions the 20th anniversary of Woodstock, and mentions Woodstock-themed shows for the next three days. Two new players are present due to Kathy retiring. Four free spaces were revealed in Game 2. No Winner's Circle win (of which Jennifer came so close to). Jennifer defeated Gary, 2-0. Jennifer won seven prizes worth $6,042 in Game 1, and three prizes worth $2,219 in Game 2.
  41. 1960's decorations in place to celebrate the 20th year anniversary of Woodstock. A rainbow banner with "THE SIXTIES!" appears during the intro. The contestants and cast are all dressed in Hippie clothes. A cover of The Byrds' Turn! Turn! Turn! (To Everything There Is a Season) plays during the intro and ending. The opening puzzles are all 1960's themed, as are some of the prizes. This episode aired as Day 1 of the Woodstock Salute. Featured Prizes: Psychedelic Bracelet (Game 1) and John Lennon Pop Art (Game 2). No Winner's Circle win. Jennifer defeated Steve, 2-1. Jennifer won seven prizes worth $9,027 in Game 1, and Steve won two prizes worth $1,699 in Game 2.
  42. A cover of Mason Williams' Classical Gas plays during the intro and ending. The rainbow banner now says "THE SIXTIES AND WOODSTOCK". This episode aired as Day 2 of the Woodstock Salute. Featured prizes: Flower Power Per Year (Game 1) and The Beat Goes On Jukebox (Game 2). Two free spaces were revealed in Game 2. After three attempts, Jennifer wins a Hyundai Excel GL worth $7,644 in the Winner's Circle. Jennifer retires undefeated with $35,827 in prizes. Jennifer defeated Jeff, 2-0. Jennifer won eight prizes worth $10,895 in Game 1, and no prizes in Game 2.
  43. This episode aired as the final day of the Woodstock Salute. A cover of Creedence Clearwater Revival's Born on the Bayou plays during the intro and ending. Featured prizes: Diamond Emerald Ring (Game 1) and Ticket to Ride Motorcycle (Game 2). Two new players are present due to Jennifer retiring. Buzz in sound inadvertently played, and the sign is lowered by accident after Game 2. No Winner's Circle win. David defeated Tricia, 2-0. David won three prizes worth $6,866 in Game 1, and two prizes worth $492 (exact amount not specified) in Game 2.
  44. Set mostly returns to normal; some Woodstock elements still in place. Featured prizes: Jet Ski (Game 1) and Grandfather Clock (Game 2). Phyllis is back due to an error, and misses an opportunity to win all nine prizes in Game 2, in which all 25 spaces were revealed. At the end, Bernie Schmittke, part of the art department for Classic Concentration and his grandson show up. Gene Wood: "Because neither contestant solved the puzzle, it was replaced and the program edited." After two attempts, Phyllis wins a Hyundai Excel GL worth $7,644 in the Winner's Circle. Phyllis retires undefeated with $8,169 in prizes. Phyllis defeated David, 2-1. Phyllis won two prizes worth $525 (exact amount not specified) in Game 1, and David won no prizes in Game 2.
  45. A few set pieces from the Woodstock Salute still there. Featured prizes: Massage Table (Game 1) and House Cleaning for a Year (Game 2). Two new players are present due to Phyllis retiring. Alex references the November 1987 Kids Week, which Alex hoped there would be another one, but there wouldn't be. Marc's wife Sally and Lou Fusari, a technical director at NBC since the early 1950's to announce his retirement, appear at the end. No Winner's Circle win. Marc defeated Joan, 2-0. Marc won three prizes worth $7,283 in Game 1, and two prizes worth $1,848 in Game 2.
  46. Alex said that they decided to holdover the Woodstock sign for one week. Featured prizes: 2 Seater Cruising Boat (Game 1) and Hi-Tech Telescope (Game 2). Two male players are present. Marc tries to do comedy material, making Alex think his on Star Search. No Winner's Circle win. Mike defeated Marc, 2-0. Mike won two prizes worth $1,051 in Game 1, and two prizes worth $4,417 in Game 2.
  47. Buzzr skips this episode. No circulating copy available. No Winner's Circle win. Mike won prizes worth $18,881.
  48. Featured prizes: Giant Screen TV (Game 1) and French Cabinet (Game 2). After four attempts, Mike wins a Eagle Premier ES worth $17,914 in the Winner's Circle, and his wife comes up on stage. Mike retires undefeated with $54,819 in prizes, and is now the second-biggest winner on the program. Mike defeated Gayle, 2-0. Mike won six prizes worth $6,967 in Game 1, and three prizes worth $5,589 in Game 2.
  49. Featured prizes: Laundry Center (Game 1) and Human-Powered Hot Rod (Game 2). Two new players are present due to Mike retiring. Chris and Jann are neighbors. No Winner's Circle win. Jann defeated Chris, 2-0. Jann won six prizes worth $7,645 in Game 1, and five prizes worth $5,002 in Game 2.
  50. Featured prizes: Computer System (Game 1) and Dune Buggy (Game 2). The opening rebus is the same as the 1963-1969 NBC game show You Don't Say!. Quick solve from Jann in Game 1. No Winner's Circle win. Jann defeated Tim, 2-0. Jann won three prizes worth $3,627 in Game 1, and thee prizes worth $8,783 in Game 2.
  51. Buzzr skips this episode. No circulating copy available. Noah defeated Jann, and won $3,270 in prizes. No Winner's Circle win.
  52. Featured prizes: Gas Range/Microwave (Game 1) and Diamond Gold Necklace (Game 2). Quick solve from Kathleen in Game 1. After four attempts, Kathleen wins a Mitsubishi Mighty Max worth $7,994 in the Winner's Circle, and a friend or family member comes up on stage. Kathleen retires undefeated with $13,951 in prizes. Kathleen defeated Noah, 2-0. Kathleen won two prizes worth $964 (exact amount not specified) in Game 1, and four prizes worth $4,993 in Game 2.
  53. Featured prizes: Pool Table (Game 1) and Steaks for a Year (Game 2). Two new players are present due to Kathleen retiring. Alex seems to think there's always new players wearing red. Alex says the Italian Catholic Association from the San Fernando Valley are in the audience. No Winner's Circle win. Lisa defeated Alan, 2-1. Alan won three prizes worth $2,775 in Game 1, and Lisa won six prizes worth $8,964 in Game 2.
  54. Featured prizes: Satellite Dish (Game 1) and Scuba Gear (Game 2). Alex notes that Lisa looks just like Marjorie. Quick solve from Scott in Game 1. Gene Wood: "Because neither contestant solved the puzzle, it was replaced and the program edited." After two attempts (and with no time left on the clock), Scott wins a Jeep Wrangler worth $10,335 in the Winner's Circle. Scott retires undefeated with $17,200 in prizes. Scott defeated Lisa, 2-0. Scott won one prize worth $3,340 in Game 1, and four prizes worth $3,525 in Game 2.
  55. Five shows were taped for this Week instead of six. Featured prizes: Desk and Chair (Game 1) and Outdoor Furniture (Game 2). Two new players are present due to Scott retiring. The opening rebus is in honor of Marjorie Goodson-Cutt. Two free spaces were revealed in Game 2. After one attempt, Spencer wins a Jeep Wrangler worth $10,355 in the Winner's Circle. Spencer retires undefeated with $13,176 in prizes. Spencer defeated Kristi, 2-1. Kristi won five prizes worth $7,610 in Game 1, and Spencer won two prizes worth $2,821 in Game 2.
  56. Featured prizes: Complete Kitchen (Game 1) and Exercise Bike (Game 2). Two new players are present due to Spencer retiring. Bruce is in a wheelchair due to an accident. No Winner's Circle win. Cynthia defeated Bruce, 2-0. Cynthia won three prizes worth $6,124 in Game 1, and two prizes worth $2,906 in Game 2.
  57. Featured prizes: Sailboat (Game 1) and Video Game (Game 2). Cynthia has a button of her baby on her shirt alongside her husband. Technos Corp.'s Double Dragon again appears on the Play Choice-10 cabinet in Game 2. Cynthia finds the $500 bonus for finding two WILD! Cards in a row in Game 2, but it was taken away by Qualin, and he won it. Alex has a car piece with him in the Winner's Circle. No Winner's Circle win (of which Cynthia came close). Cynthia defeated Qualin, 2-1. Cynthia won four prizes worth $4,674 in Game 1, and Qualin won four prizes (plus the $500 bonus) worth $5,339 in Game 2.
  58. Featured prizes: Diamond Ring (Game 1) and Motor Scooter (Game 2). Both contestants are Latinos. No Winner's Circle win. Ron defeated Cynthia, who left with $21,936, 2-1. Cynthia won five prizes worth $8,232 in Game 1, and Ron won five prizes worth $3,700 in Game 2.
  59. Featured prizes: Grandfather Clock (Game 1) and Oriental Rug (Game 2). Cynthia is back due to an error in the tiebreaker round. Alex says television personalities from Portugal were in the audience on the previous episode. Ron managed to get a match in Game 2 before time ran out. After four attempts, Ron wins a Honda Civic worth $11,460 in the Winner's Circle, and his friends come up on stage. Ron retires undefeated with $18,118 in prizes. Ron defeated Cynthia this time around, 2-0. Ron won two prizes worth $1,849 in Game 1, and two prizes worth $1,109 in Game 2.
  60. Five shows were taped for this Week instead of six. Featured prizes: Designer Sweaters (Game 1) and Fax Machine (Game 2). Two new players are present due to Ron retiring. General Lee appears on the puzzle in Game 2. No Winner's Circle win. Andy defeated Valerie, 2-0. Andy won five prizes worth $6,126 in Game 1, and five prizes worth $7,026 in Game 2.
  61. Featured prizes: Jet Ski (Game 1) and Carousel Horse (Game 2). Abraham Lincoln appears on the opening puzzle. Quick solve from Patti in Game 2. No Winner's Circle win. Patti defeated Andy, 2-0. Patti won two prizes worth $3,798 in Game 1, and two prizes worth $368 (exact amount not specified) in Game 2.
  62. Featured prizes: Video Camera (Game 1) and Camping Package (Game 2). After three attempts (and with no time left on the clock), Patti wins a Plymouth Horizon worth $9,197 in the Winner's Circle. Patti retires undefeated with $23,758 in prizes. Patti defeated Jim, 2-0. Patti won five prizes worth $5,755 in Game 1, and one prize worth $4,640 in Game 2.
  63. Buzzr skips this episode. No circulating copy available. Two new players are present due to Patti retiring. No Winner's Circle win. Bill defeated Sandra, and won prizes worth $11,470.
  64. Featured prizes: Giant Screen TV (Game 1) and Flowers for a Year (Game 2). Sandra is back due to an audience member calling out an answer. Alex has a toy animal in Game 2. No Winner's Circle win. Sandra defeated Bill, who left with $11,500 2-1. Sandra won six prizes worth $9,739 in Game 1, and Bill won one prize worth $30 in Game 2.
  65. Five shows were taped for this Week instead of six. Featured prizes: Motorcycle (Game 1) and Massage Table (Game 2). Two free spaces were revealed in Game 2, and Alex has fun with Steve's incorrect guess of "Somebody's Home". No Winner's Circle win. Sandra defeated Steve, 2-1. Sandra won all nine prizes worth $9,677 in Game 1, and Steve won two prizes worth $2,704 in Game 2.
  66. Featured prizes: Designer Lamps (Game 1) and Dune Buggy (Game 2). The opening puzzle was in tribute to 50 years of Frank Sinatra as a recording artist. Two females are present. Joyce finds the $500 bonus for finding two WILD! Cards in a row in Game 1, but it was taken by Sandra, who wins it. Alex's favorite film was How Green Was My Valley. After four attempts, Sandra wins a Jeep Wrangler ( the car she and her husband wanted) worth $10,355 in the Winner's Circle, and her family comes up on stage. Sandra retires undefeated with $32,915 in prizes. Sandra defeated Joyce, 2-0. Sandra won three prizes (plus the $500 bonus) worth $2,015 in Game 1, and two prizes worth $1,129 in Game 2.
  67. Featured prizes: Dessert of the Month (Game 1) and China Dinnerware (Game 2). Two new players are present due to Sandra retiring. Quick solve from Linda in Game 2. At the very end, Alex bids farewell to Steve Ryan's wife, Kathi Mauro, who was responsible for furnishing the prizes on the show. No Winner's Circle win. Jeff defeated Linda, 2-1. Jeff won three prizes worth $4,720 in Game 1, and Linda won two prizes worth an unspecified amount in Game 2.
  68. Featured prizes: Pool Table (Game 1) and Illuminated Globe (Game 2). The 600th episode, but no such mention was made. Alex asks the audience to vote on what prize he should take from Jennifer in Game 1. Gene Wood: "Due to a production problem, a car game was replaced." No Winner's Circle win Jeff defeated Jennifer, 2-0. Jeff won one prize worth $4,000 in Game 1, and three prizes worth $2,170 in Game 2.
  69. Buzzr skips this episode. No circulating copy available. After this episode was taped, regular play was temporarily halted for College Week II. Last episode with the intro of the camera panning over all eight cars, and the logo zooming in onto the screen. No Winner's Circle win. Michelle defeated Jeff, and won $10,500 in prizes.
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