I get what you're saying, but honestly, when we bought our place, the appliances were ancient. Worked fine, yeah, but we ended up replacing the fridge within six months anyway. Sometimes saving upfront just delays the inevitable expense down the road...
"Sometimes saving upfront just delays the inevitable expense down the road..."
Yeah, that's a fair point. I've been burned before buying used appliances too—saved a few bucks initially, but ended up paying double later on repairs and replacements. Still, I wouldn't dismiss used entirely; if you can find something gently used or refurbished with a good warranty, it might be worth the gamble. But I totally get your frustration... sometimes peace of mind is worth the extra cash.
I see where you're coming from, but honestly, buying new doesn't always guarantee smooth sailing either. I bought a brand-new fridge last year thinking I'd dodge repair headaches, and guess what... compressor died within six months. Warranty covered it, sure, but the hassle was real. Sometimes gently used stuff that's already proven itself can be just as reliable—just gotta do your homework and maybe cross your fingers a bit, haha.
Totally get your point—new isn't always foolproof. Had a similar experience myself with a washer that decided to flood the laundry room within a month of purchase. Warranty was nice, but waiting on repairs was a pain. I've had better luck sometimes with used appliances—just gotta check reviews, inspect carefully, and trust your gut a bit. Either route has risks, honestly...it's all about balancing savings with peace of mind. Good luck!
I hear ya, but as a first-time homeowner, I gotta say—buying new gave me some serious peace of mind. Sure, warranties aren't perfect (been there with the waiting game), but at least I knew I wasn't inheriting someone else's mystery issues. My buddy snagged a used fridge that looked mint...until it started humming like a spaceship two weeks later. Guess it's all a gamble either way, huh?
