How to buy a washing machine - tips from the pros

The motives for searching for a used washing machine are different for everyone. Someone does not have the funds for new household appliances, and he is looking for a good working machine from his own hands.

Someone runs a business and buys automatic cars for spare parts. And some people just want to save a lot of money or even receive a similar item as a gift. But at the same time, one thought flashes through everyone’s head: how to buy a washing machine, and not become a victim of scammers?

How to find a good deal

A person who comes to the site for the first time with a specific goal, how to buy an inexpensive used washing machine, can easily get confused. But it's not that complicated if you look closely.

You can go two ways:

1. Search for a good deal using the site filters.
2. Register and advertise what you want to buy and how much money you are willing to offer for the product.

Next you need to select a section "Appliances", indicate the type of product "For home".

And product type "Washing machines".

As a result of these actions, you will only see ads that relate to washing machines.

And those who don’t want to bother for a long time with choosing categories can simply use the site search by writing what they are looking for in the field at the top:

If you are not interested in ads without photos, then you need to check the box in the search bar "Only with photos."

In addition, a filter will help you narrow down your search.

• Firstly, you can display only advertisements from individuals or only advertisements from companies reselling used equipment. Buttons are responsible for this “Everyone”, “Private”, “Companies”.
• Secondly, there is a filter that displays advertisements by date.This means that new advertisements are displayed first.
• Thirdly, if you are interested in the cheapest offers, you can use the filter "Cheaper". First, advertisements will be displayed in which washing machines are offered at the lowest price.

To view the ad you like in detail, you just need to click on it.

If, as a result of the search, you are unable to find a suitable offer, then advertise the purchase yourself. Registration on the site is simple. All you need to do is enter your name, phone number, email and create a password. You can generally access the site through well-known social networks if you are registered in one of them.

How to buy inexpensively and not run into a scammer

Many people dream of buying the coveted automatic machine inexpensively, that is, at a price that is at least half lower than its average market price. In other words, if the price of a new washing machine is on average about 400 USD, then you can expect to purchase it for 200 USD. and cheaper. Of course, 200 USD You can only pay for a working used machine in perfect condition; if the item has defects or does not work at all, then the price drops sharply.

Important! Priority should be considered for ads in which the seller indicates real contact numbers, places a large number of high-quality pictures of the car and indicates a price that is not too low or too high.

will not hide information about himself and the product. He will not refuse the offer of a personal meeting and the transfer of cash and a car from hand to hand. But this does not mean that you should not trust sellers who require prepayment for goods by non-cash method.

You should also think about delivering the car, because it is a heavy and bulky thing that “can’t be put in your pocket.” If the ad states that the car needs to be picked up, then you need to take care of hiring light trucks and loaders, which will increase the cost of the goods. The final cost of the product will also be affected by the distance at which it is located from you, even if the seller offers you the fastest and cheapest delivery method.

Regarding delivery and guarantees, it is better to deal not with an individual, but with a company.

1. Organizations most often offer the most inexpensive and streamlined method of delivering goods to the client.
2. The organization guarantees the quality of the washing machine, as well as its safety during delivery.
3. Companies also have a system for returning goods if the client is dissatisfied with them.

How to check a used machine before buying?

Ideally, before buying a used washing machine, it is better to fully check its performance. That is, do a test wash.

It is not necessary to run a regular or even long-running program. You can use “quick wash” or “express wash”, if the machine has such functions. In this case, you will be able to monitor the entire operation of the machine, see how much it vibrates during the spin cycle, whether it washes clothes well, etc.

And if it is not possible to carry out a test wash, then pay attention to the following:

1. Review the purchase documents. This way you will find out how long the household appliance has been in use. Ideal if it is still under warranty. Options are also acceptable if the machine has worked for 2-3 years. If it worked for more than 5 years, then the likelihood of breakdowns in the near future increases.
2. Turn the drum several times. If it moves easily and there are no loud sounds or clicks, then the bearings are fine and there are no foreign objects between the tank and the drum.
3. Inspect the body for rust.
4. Pay attention to the condition of the cuff (elastic band between the door and the tank). If there is damage in it, then the machine will leak.
5. Check if the buttons are stuck.
6. If you have the appropriate skills, you can partially disassemble the washing machine, inspect the heating element for scale and other parts.

If you find any damage, you can safely refuse the purchase. And if there are minor defects:

• minor scratches on the body;
• slight rust;
• And so on.

This may serve as a reason to bargain and reduce the price.

Buying a washing machine for spare parts

If the performance and appearance of a used washing machine does not matter, since it is purchased for spare parts, then in addition to the price, the model of the machine and which components are faulty will play a big role. To buy a washing machine for spare parts at the best possible price, you must first consider all offers. To do this, you need to add the phrase to the search bar "for parts".

Next, you can view all search results manually or use a filter and remove overpriced ads. We only need advertisements according to which washing machines are offered at a low price or as a gift, among them we will look for what we need. If you need spare parts for washing machines of specific models, you will have to specify the brand of household appliances in your search query.

Do not try to enter too long queries - the shorter and more concise the query, the more adequate the output.

If you are interested in buying washing machines for spare parts wholesale, then you will have to deal with a company or individual entrepreneur. It’s not difficult to find companies offering their products; you just need to use a filter, as described above. Both in the case of wholesale and retail purchase of washing machines for spare parts, we cannot know in advance about the quality of these spare parts. Often the sale of such machines is carried out by a private person who does not know their structure at all, so it is useless to ask him anything.

When buying a washing machine for spare parts, not only luck plays a major role, but also your ability to choose. Some machines have lost their functionality due to the failure of the main components, while others can still be repaired for subsequent resale. In any case, you can make a slightly more profitable purchase if you interview the seller by phone in advance about how the machine broke down. Sometimes, based on stories about a car breakdown, a professional can determine which of its spare parts remain intact and which parts are no longer worth counting on.

We are looking for special washing machines

It often happens that a washing machine that was built under the sink in the bathroom or under the countertop in the kitchen breaks down hopelessly. In this case, the solution to the problem may be to buy a car that exactly matches your old car in size, otherwise there will simply be nowhere to put the “new acquisition”. Some buyers even pay attention to the color of a used car, although, of course, finding something in the right color is quite difficult.

If you need a car of a non-standard size and shape, then before going out, determine the necessary parameters of the future item (height, depth, width) and select potentially suitable car models. This is not difficult to do; you just need to look on the Internet for the parameters of automatic washing machines from all well-known manufacturers and make a selection. And then look for specific car models.

There are also offers according to which you can get a machine for free. To find such advertisements, you need to enter the phrase in the search bar "I'll give it away for free" After that, you will see in the search results all the sentences where this phrase appears.

However, you need to understand that a car that is given away for free is unlikely to be in good condition; in addition, it will have to be picked up at your own expense, and this costs money.

Although if you are looking for a car of an old year or an unpopular model, then you can count on a gift, but the issue of delivery does not disappear.

To summarize, we note that buying a washing machine should be thoughtful and not spontaneous. Before you make a deal, you need to think carefully about whether you need such a machine. After all, returning it for any reason is very difficult, and in some cases impossible. You will learn more about how to make purchases from the video.

   

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