HeyBub wrote:

Good plan. Washers are really pretty sturdy devices and can be
repaired - by someone who knows what to do - rather cheaply. That is,
the thing that breaks is usually inexpensive.

So, instead of getting a problematic washer repaired, many opt for
new. Some entrepreneurs scavenge these busted machines, make the
repair, and sell them with a substantial guarantee - and for
substantially less than their new counterparts.

I often see FREE washers and dryers on Craigslist.

I thought my washer would be the next to need replacing, but
what happened was a chipmunk got in through the vent and
killed my dryer. I really did want a bigger washing machine so
I just replaced the set ... but I told the guys who came to
deliver the new/take away the old that there was nothing wrong
with the washing machine. They looked pretty happy about that
and I'm sure it found a new home somewhere. It was a good
22 years old then and showed no signs of slowing down.

nancy