Looking at a Used MiniMAx FS35

[Corey Pionk]

I came across a used mustard yellow MiniMax FS350 for $2,800. Is this a fair price? The dealer said the base is slightly sratched up from use but the tables were fine and it comes with a mobile base. He said mechanically it is in great condition so I'm going to go and take a look at it on friday.

So before I take the plunge what problems should I be looking for in a used machine like this? Also do you think there will be parts available for a machine this old?


Thanks

Corey

[Brian Buckley]

Corey,

Call Mini-Max and ask them if parts are available. TOLL FREE 866-975 - 9663. They will also tell you what to look for on the machine. They are great people.

Brian

[tod evans]

cory, minimax and scmi the mother company are great to deal with on parts, my pin router is of the yellow vintage and parts are available no problem.... as for cost? only you can decide what used equipment is worth.. new is slightly less than 6k with a warranty and a tersa head...02 tod

[Cliff Rohrabacher]

a 14" jointer/planer from MiniMax for just under $3-Grand?
Hmmm.
New they are about $5-Grand aren't they.

Hey I have an idea.
Tell me the seller's phone number so I can go snap it out from underneath you - sight unseen.

If:
1.) it's in good shape and the shipping won't kill you,
&-&-&
2.) you want a combo.
Then buy it.

Read this:http://www.sawmillcreek.org/showpost.php?p=103890&postcount=3
You might PM him and chat.