Buying a Kapex

[Hodges Finishwork]

I just purchased a Kapex and the manufacture date is 1/11.    That means my new saw is two and a half years old.    Should I return it for a 2013 model ??
Has there been any improvements since 2011 ??   
I'm not sure I should be paying full price for a two and a half year old model.
What are your opinions ??

 

[netzkind]

Unlike cars, Festool does not change its products every year to make you buy new ones. So there is probably no difference at all between a Kapex from 2011 and one from 2013.

So my opinion is: who cares about the manufacturing date, if the saw was stored in a dry place, was never used before, and warranty starts with the date of purchase?

It's like people buying milk with the highest possible "best before"-date even when they plan to consume it within a day...

But if you are not happy with your purchase, just return it. I personally don't see why the dealer should grant you a discount.

Best,
Julian

 

[Mdjagg]

I don't know if this as fact, but I'm pretty sure they have updated some small details, but I am certain that any saws that were waiting to be sold would have gotten items replaced before sold. Things i am talking about are items like the dust shroud or knobs or the LEDs for the laser.

 

[peter halle]

To the best of my knowledge there have not been changes to the Kapex within that time frame.

Peter

 

[Kevin D.]

Whatever happened to the school of thought that they made things better back in the old days and now companies cut corners for bigger profits.  Mind you 2 years ago ain't going back too far.  [big grin]

Seriously, I doubt there is any issue getting one that is made 2 - 3 years ago or yesterday with this particular product.  Just as long as it doesn't say "made in China", you should be fine.  [scared]