Deal or no Deal

[MJF]

Hi,

I am new to the world of 3D printers. I have the opportunity to purchase a Makerbot Replicator 2 that has less than 3 hours printing time on it. It was purchased new in November 2013. I can purchase it for $1400.00. Is that a good deal and a good printer to get my feet wet?

Thanks in Advance,
MJF

[JohnA136]

I would suggest you find someone in your area that is familiar with that machine to check it out before purchase but that sounds like a very good price. You did not post your location in your profile.

[MJF]

John,
Thanks for the response. Iknow where the printer is coming from, it was a gift and he is not interested in 3D printing. I'm from new Jersey, I put that in my profile now. Do you think it is a okay printer to start with?
Thanks,
Mike

[JohnA136]

Wow, we have quite a few members from Jersey. Yes, it is a very good printer. The weakest point is the extruder drive but it is easily upgraded to a very reliable machine. One of our printers is a Replicator 1 and it is one of our best. I was only concerned that the previous owner might have butchered it up but if you know the source, that is good. Welcome to the wacky world of 3D Printing.

[Markum_Debreeze]

If the printer is in good condition, I'd say take him up on the offer. $1400 is a good price. It's $2199 new.

[MJF]

If the printer is in good condition, I'd say take him up on the offer. $1400 is a good price. It's $2199 new.

Thank you for your response .

[Larry]

I would say it's a very good deal. It's practically new with hours on it, and about 35% off the retail price. It's a very good printer for $1400 I'd say.