Is this the best price for the Makita?

Yeah, a used one would work if it's the right price. It would have to be alot lower than the $165 for a new one, or I would just get a new one.



I saw that RCBudda has one for sale, but it's $200 and does not come with anything but the buffer and handles.
 
That's a damn good price......



That bag is real handy too. I carry my Makita and my PC in there and still have room for a power cord and a couple of pads.......



Unless the used one is a killer deal, just get a new one.....



Good luck.....and btw, your going to love that rotary......:2thumbs:
 
I have seen them on eBay for a little cheaper but Coastal Tools is great! I have ordered a bunch of tools and other items from Coastal Tools over the years. They are in CT and I am in Long Island, NY. If I place an order before 3pm I get it the next day every time. Better than braving Their customer service is great and they are very helpful.
 
His is a DeWalt DW849 about 3 yrs old used infrequently. No box, manual or bag. But the owner will throw in a free velcro backing plate. $125 shipped FedEx Ground anywhere in the lower 48.
 
Thanks anyway Brian, but for $50 more I would just rather have the Makita.



I am excited about this deal. I am checking the local Fastenal company down the road for prices on the Hitachi and Metabo rotarys compared to the Makita.
 
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I was lucky enough to get one while they were in stock. Just received it last week but have not used it yet.



$174.99 with free shipiing. It's just the polisher though, no bag or other free goodies.
 
i thought i was going to need a replacement makita no0t long ago and couldnt find it under 200, thats an awesome deal for a great machine.
 
Brandon1 said:
I found it online for $165 + $9.00 shipping at coastal tool.



Makita 9227CX3 Polisher with Polishing Bonus Kit





I was looking for the Hitachi to save some money, but if this one is just as cheap, I will get the makita.
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Mike at coastaltool is a really great guy to deal with. The price he gave you on a Makita will be very hard to beat anywhere from a reliable dealer.



You can get the Metabo at allprotools.com for $246.54, or at least I did on 18 May 2007. Some people seem to have gotten it cheaper, I was unable to.



Be advised that just because a company says a item is for sale at a certain price does not mean it is actually available!! If you really want to be sure, call.
 
Brandon1 said:
So between the 2, would yall choose Metabo or Makita?
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The following is My opinion only, others will probably disagree.



You are trying to make a decision between 2 top of the line tools that do basically the same thing.

If you are intending to be a professional regardless of what you pick, it has to be able to last.

Your strength comes into play, are you in good shape or not.

Some of the guys here say when doing vertical panels they see a big difference in small weight differences.

Some like the variable trigger speed on the Makita vs the fixed speeds on the Metabo (purely personnel)



You can get a Makita for about $175.00 vs a Metabo for $247.00 delivered ($72.00 difference. About what a nice dinner will run you with a date (I said nice, not great).

If you decide to sell either, the Metabo will probably sell easier and hold it's value better.

That weight/ballance difference means a lot to me, but maybe not much to you.



You only live once! To get the "BEST" for $72.00 more is a rare deal in anything that is of quality in life! Get the Metabo PE12-175 and eat at home for a few days.

If you weren't really interested in detailing you wouldn't even be reading this.



Changeling
 
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