So you resolve to yourself that you will get fit in time for swimsuit season, as a New Year’s resolution, for your class reunion, after giving birth… but finances are tight. If you do not have the money to spend on a gym membership, or the money to spend on a new treadmill; used treadmills may be the answer.
Why used treadmills?
Many remanufactured and used treadmills have been used for several years in homes or commercial settings (eg, in a gym). For whatever reason, the treadmill is sold off to a fitness equipment dealer, who can resell the treadmill at discounts of up to 40 percent off. Many times the reason for gyms and businesses selling treadmills is because they are upgrading to newer models. The older models are still usable and can be bought for personal use at half the cost.
What are remanufactured used treadmills?
Remanufactured treadmills are those that have been restored to a level of quality meeting original expectations. This can involve sanding, cleaning, re-painting, powder coating and replacing used parts such as the tread belts, walking deck, the motor, choke, capacitor, power cords, all switches, drive belts, while rollers are also rebuilt and cleaned.
Discount treadmills?
You can find used treadmills at a quite comparable discount, usually up to 40 percent off on name brands such as Landice, Precor, Star Trac, Smooth, True, Tunturi, Trotter and Pro Form. It is not uncommon to find used treadmills at 50 percent off of the original price when used in commercial settings.
Used Treadmills Warranties
There are some downsides to buying used treadmills, in that the warranty is not very extensive. Unless you test the machine yourself, you will be relying on the company’s word that the treadmill is in good shape. Most remanufactured treadmills have warranties. 90 days to six months for parts and the motor on most used treadmills is typical. Some companies offer six months labor on used treadmills, while some companies do not even cover any possible necessary labor. Some fitness companies offer an extended warranty plan and should be considered. But if anything goes wrong with remanufactured used treadmills after the warranty period, you will be paying for the replacement costs and labor.
Where to Buy Used Treadmills
The best places to find used treadmills include online dealers, online auctions or local fitness equipment dealers. For online stores, searching Google for “used treadmills” yields a good number of results. As far as online auctions go, e-Bay is probably the most well known. But individual sellers do not offer warranties, and warranties are not transferable. Many local dealers have a selection of used fitness equipment and can probably offer used treadmills at a good price.
If you are seeking used treadmills, it is best to go with a reputable company with a record of good company service and quality. With short warranties and minimal labor coverage, it is best to deal with a highly regarded company in order to get the best possible value.
By Virginia Zignego