Washing machine wanted

[HungusMaximist]

Hey guys, have new property that I am moving into in St Johns in Auckland City.

In need of a washing machine. Been looking on trade me for second hand ones but I don't really know where to start, or what to look for.

Budget is probably between $200-$250, anymore, I'd be better off buying a new one.

Knowing some fellow KBs are gear heads so any tips and suggestions on inspecting washing machine will be appreciated (what to look out for, etc).

If you have a spare one, you wanna sell, let me know aye.

my numbers 0273205236/02102577066

Cheers

[peasea]

Hey guys, have new property that I am moving into in St Johns in Auckland City.

In need of a washing machine. Been looking on trade me for second hand ones but I don't really know where to start, or what to look for.

Budget is probably between $200-$250, anymore, I'd be better off buying a new one.

Knowing some fellow KBs are gear heads so any tips and suggestions on inspecting washing machine will be appreciated (what to look out for, etc).

If you have a spare one, you wanna sell, let me know aye.

my numbers 0273205236/02102577066

Cheers

Why not put your $250 down on a new one, get an interest-free deal and get the warranty? If you spend $250 on a lemon you won't have any comeback.

[nadroj]

Check out the dealers 2nd hand ones. They usually tidy up trade ins & re-sell with a warranty.

[klingon]

If you were a member of the Consumer's Institute you could get their latest report on recommended models (see below)

The prices below are for new ones of course (as at Sept 07) so you'd be looking for much less than that for a second hand one.

Best small models (up to 5.5kg)

Fisher & Paykel MW512
* Price: $699
* Why recommended: Best small top loader
* Good points: Excellent rinsing performance. Good dirt removal and spin efficiency. Very easy to use.
* But : Not especially water-efficient. Low gentleness score, though close to average for a top-loader. No object trap. No lint filter (but has a lint-disposal system).

Whirlpool WF810W
* Price: $1100
* Why recommended: Affordable small front loader
* Good points: Good dirt removal on warm cycle. Good overall performance. Good rinsing performance. Fast-wash option for part load. Easy to use.
* But: Long cycle-time (but will be a little shorter on a cold wash).