Used is often thriftier and smarter way to go. We buy used homes, used cars, used furniture, used electronics, used clothes, why not a used Dyson? Craigslist, Ebay, and local shops make that very accessible, but is it the smartest route to take?
If we could chose between new and used and disregard the cost, we would all likely chose new, but cost is always something to consider. The disadvantages/concerns of a used Dyson are:
1) Is it still in good running condition? You don't know how often it was used, what it was used for, and how it might have been abused. Some are perfectly fine, the owner just didn't know how to take care of it. My brother in law picked one up free that was almost brand new. She gave it away because it wouldn't turn on. The problem, just needed an adjustment on the on/off switch. Bummer for her, good for him.
2) Limited or no warranty. The new uprights and canisters carry a five year warranty, refurbished units only six months, and everything else is up in the air. Some people like to have that assurance that if something did go wrong, the warranty will be there to take care of it.
3) Am I still getting ripped off? Some people will charge you a lot simply because its a brand in demand, so they know you are more likely to pay. Some its fair, some its not, it depends on the true condition of the vacuum, which you don't always know.
There are a lot of used Dyson vacuums out there, and some good ones too; I have sold some. But there are some junk ones as well. Just be wise and don't be afraid to ask questions and put it to the test if you can try it out before handing over the cash, and you will have a great Dyson you got at a great deal.
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