How often does Festool have reconditioned sales?

[Rob]

I've been readying myself to take the plunge.  I'll probably be getting a TS55 and MFT/3.  But I'm wondering, how often does Festool have reconditioned sales?  It looks like the last one was June 2013.  How likely is it I could get these at a better discount than buying the package deal now (before the price increase)?  Does the reconditioned sale also have package deals, or is everything based on the individual pricing?  Thanks!

 

[duburban]

somebody was a big baby about the mft last time, i don't think they're going to offer it again. just get the package.

 

[K119Phil]

Heya Rob, 

In the next 2 weeks?  Next to impossible.  Recon Sales occur when Festool ends up with a stockpile of returned goods.  I can't speak for other dealers, but our return rate for Festool items are like... 60 to 1?  Maybe even less.  It's like... why would I return a Ferrari?  (please, no Ferrari catching fire jokes )

Short answer -- yup, grab the 10% TS55R + MFT/3 Package before prices go up April 1st.  In fact, I finished my price comparison spreadsheet, and the TS saws are one of the larger increases; so get in there and secure your order quick. 

Cheers

 

[Rob]

Heya Rob, 

In the next 2 weeks?  Next to impossible.  Recon Sales occur when Festool ends up with a stockpile of returned goods.  I can't speak for other dealers, but our return rate for Festool items are like... 60 to 1?  Maybe even less.  It's like... why would I return a Ferrari?  (please, no Ferrari catching fire jokes )

Short answer -- yup, grab the 10% TS55R + MFT/3 Package before prices go up April 1st.  In fact, I finished my price comparison spreadsheet, and the TS saws are one of the larger increases; so get in there and secure your order quick. 

Cheers

Thanks for the info.  To clarify, I wasn't expecting a reconditioned sale before April 1.  I was basically wondering whether it's realistic for me to expect to snag a TS55 and MFT/3 for less than $1147.50 during the next reconditioned sale, whenever that is (hopefully sometime in the next 3-5 mos).

A couple examples: if I can pick up a TS55 for 30% off, then I'll definitely save some extra money regardless of whether the MFT/3 is available in the sale.  If the best TS55 deal is only 20% off and the MFT/3 isn't offered, then I'm looking at $1137, which is pretty much the same as the current package.  But if the TS55 is 20% off and the MFT/3 is available for 10%, 20%, or 30% off, then I'll be able to save enough for some important accessories.

 

[sancho57]

Rob,

Buy the tools when ya need them or want them.

The discount for the recon tools really isnt that much.

No matter how ya slice it festools aient cheap (inexpensive)

 

[batcave]

I remember when festool gave you a pair of quick clamps to buy a saw. Those were the days..... [cool]

Kevin

 

[ScotF]

I remember when Festool had the 10% off saws and rails sale and then 10% off routers and then 10% off sanders...those were the days!  ;D

Scot

 

[batcave]

My time machine has a kink right now, it is moving the wrong direction! [crying]

If I get it fixed, I will bring some deals back. Or maybe they are already here? Creepy...

Kevin

 

[Brice Burrell]

Remember the introductory pricing too.......

 

[Bob Marino]

And what about the "buy 3 tools get 10% off, buy 5 tools, get 15% off?

As Phil mentioned, the recon tool sales occurs when Festool has enough of a stockpile  on hand to make the offering. As Tom mentioned, depending in which state you reside, sales tax will be charged. Package deals are never part of recon sales - all tools sold a la carte. Also, to consider, is a 1 year, vs 3 year warranty.
It's for you to decide, when the time comes, and weigh the variables.

  Bob

 

[ScotF]

Didn't Festool also sell the ETS 150/3 for a ridiculously low price when it was brought over here -- like $59 or something?  I seem to recall reading about that offer. 

Scot

 

[Bob Marino]

Didn't Festool also sell the ETS 150/3 for a ridiculously low price when it was brought over here -- like $59 or something?  I seem to recall reading about that offer. 

Scot

Yes, they did. I'm forgetting the exact details, maybe Shane or someone else can chime in, but I don't know whether Festool considers  that a good decision. Perhaps they do?

Bob