Monterrey

The Monterrey pinball machine, released by D. Gottlieb & Co. in the early 1970s, represents a classic example of electro-mechanical pinball design from an era when Latin and Spanish themes were gaining popularity in American entertainment. This four-player machine captured the festive atmosphere of its namesake Mexican city through its vibrant artwork and playfield design.

The machine featured traditional electro-mechanical components typical of its era, including mechanical score reels, relay-based logic systems, and the distinctive sound effects produced by bells and chimes. The playfield likely included standard features of the period such as pop bumpers, slingshots, and various scoring targets, though specific details of the layout are not widely documented.

Produced during what many consider the golden age of electro-mechanical pinball (late 1960s to mid-1970s), Monterrey emerged during a time when Gottlieb was one of the industry's leading manufacturers. While not one of Gottlieb's most famous titles, it represents an important piece of pinball history as one of the many themed machines that helped diversify the cultural references in pinball entertainment.