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muddytodd t1_j3zuox1 wrote

Reply to comment by jankyj in Just picked up this SpeedQueen dryer/washer set for $175 - both work great, and the washer has a new drum! by JollyBodkin

You know what wastes even more? Replacing a machine every 5-10 years. These models could last a lifetime and have far greater repairability than energy efficient models.

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b1tchlasagna t1_j40nvce wrote

Not really, when most emissions are made during operational use

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jankyj t1_j40adph wrote

My Miele is on year 15 and is gentle on my clothes and efficient.

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say_chicha t1_j40cbhr wrote

How much did that cost?

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jankyj t1_j40lo7x wrote

I got a great deal on a new (but scratch on the side, so nicely discounted) WWR760WPS for €800.

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jankyj t1_j40kz9i wrote

I live in Europe (Netherlands). A Miele machine costs around 20% more than other quality brands (Bosch, Siemens, AEG, etc.), and lasts on average 20 years – 50% longer on average than other brands. That was my driving factor when I chose to buy a Miele,

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b1tchlasagna t1_j40o8x9 wrote

This. The rationale for buying Miele here is different to Americans. You can sometimes get heavy discounts too. I did on a washing machine but not so on a tumble dryer

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b1tchlasagna t1_j43kf62 wrote

Perhaps not though a lot of BIFL stuff costs a lot unfortunately.

I got my washing machine for a steal. FWIW, I also got my tumble dryer on a 0% deal for four months

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