Forum Thermomix
Welcoming Center, Management and General Chat => Chit Chat => Topic started by: Cuilidh on August 24, 2015, 02:26:47 am
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I am looking for a TM31. There are quite a few advertised on eBay and Gumtree, but I would rather get one from a trusted source - i.e. from my forum family. Does anyone have one they would like to sell or know of one available that is in good order?
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I bought mine via a facebook group called thermomanic
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I bought mine via a facebook group called thermomanic
Did that work out OK? Would you have any reservations buying through them again?
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A friend of mine also bought hers through Thermomanic and is very happy.
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Yes I would. It's just people listing TMX items and u deal direct with the seller.
I've bought books, a bowl set and a tm31. No probs at all.
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Funny. I couldn't find Thermomanic on FB? I'm a newbie to FB though.
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I think it's called Thermo manic buy, sell or swap.
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Thanks Katiej. I'll take a look.
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The Facebook page is Thermomaniacs, and the lady is very helpful.
I have just gone back onto Facebook and it is in fact, as you have all said, thermo manic - https://www.facebook.com/groups/thermomanicBSS/?hc_location=ufi
Having said that, I am getting a lot of help from the thermomaniacs page as well!
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Yep. That link is the group I belong to
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I think I may have found one, it belongs to a consultant, about 2.5 years old but not been used for 1.5 years and is $1,500. The question now, is, what is the best way to check that it has no problems and is in good working order? Or do I go on faith?
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I'm not even going to answer that one. It is a very hard decision. They want almost full price for it so hopefully it is very good. Is it too far away to check? Could a forum member check it for you?( if there is one living near the seller)
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I'd be very wary buying unseen especially after a few stories of empty boxes being delivered, hopefully you can find one semi local but like cookie said maybe getting someone to look at it would be the way to go
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This particular one is only about 1/2 an hour away, so I will be able to see it first. My concern is how to assess whether it is working correctly or not or whether it needs work / servicing. I have got a few days to think about it, and maybe something else would come up. $1,500 seems just slightly above average for a '31, however, I am pretty sure that it does have everything with it.
Please keep the feedback coming, I appreciate any and all comments.
Ta
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The machine is quite young in the life of a TMX Marina so it shouldn't have any problems. I would ask to see the invoice to verify the age of the machine.
What colour is the seal, if it's green then read up on that. My DD's SIL bought one of those off a workmate but was told about the problem and has had no problems, she loves it.
I'd take something preweighed to check the scales.
I'd also do a heat test - add 1 litre of water to the bowl, set timer for 9 mins/100/speed 1 to 2. Water should boil in less than 9 mins, usually closer to 7 mins.
Then there's the 40 sec test - Set timer to 40 secs/ set temp to 70 degrees/speed 1. The temp should reach 70 degrees with time to spare (generally within 20-25 secs)
Is it being sold because a new model has been purchased?
Does it belong to a consultant?
Make sure all accessories are included, ie varoma & steaming basket.
Good luck with your decision.
Have repeated some of the advice given by Katj
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A few months ago I asked a similar question for a friend...I'm sorry I can't link on my phone (and can't move to pc with sleeping baby on my lap!!). The post included ideas from forum members of what to check when buying 2nd hand.
To be honest to my forum friend, I must say I have heard of cheaper prices...(not sure if I can be specific as per forum rules, please let me know if my post is not ok) a friend of mine purchased a TM31 for a tiny bit more on ebay and she got 2 bowl sets and travel case included. Another friend purchased for a few hundred less on thermomanic (only one bbl set).
Both friends are super happy with their purchases and got great machines.
I kind of like the idea of paying through paypal/ebay as you have a little 'insurance' with such an expensive purchase.
Good luck, let us know how you go :)
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Here's the link to my post:
http://www.forumthermomix.com/index.php?topic=16270.0
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Thank you, Judy and Jamberie, both immensley helpful answers. One more question, what is the green seal? I have only a very, very vague memory of something like this from many years ago but cannot remember the details. My consultant has also contacted me with another lead "almot new, $1,700" - a bit greedy, I think, but may have bargaining room with this one, so now I have to make a decision (that's the scary part but has to be done!).
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Here's the posting on our forum Marina http://www.forumthermomix.com/index.php?topic=15828.0. If you google 'green seal thermomix' you will find a lot of discussion on this matter.
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I have now purchased a TM31. I paid more than I had anticipated but it was from a known source and had not had much use so decided to just go for it instead of running around trying to find one just a few dollars less and not knowing it's provenance. I haven't had a chance to play with my new toy yet, but am plotting and planning it's first meal tonight!
I now also have a contact for two more 31s in Melbourne if anyone is interested.
Thanks to all those who gave me advice.
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A wise decision Marina.
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I bought a 31 several years ago and paid $1500. It had hardly been used. No problems with it and now DIL is using it , no problems. I bought it in good faith and did no tests. Jude's suggestions are good.
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Thermomixingly good news.
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Thermomixingly good news.
:) :)
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Great news that you are happy with your new TM31 Marina.What did you make make?
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Haven't had a chance to make anything yet, CC as yesterday was a 5.2 fast day, but making "Non fried fried rice (http://www.recipecommunity.com.au/pasta-rice-dishes-recipes/non-fried-fried-rice/134448)" tonight (it's a recipe off the recipe community). I have this TMX at our home in the city but there is very little space for storage so most of the recipes I make will have to be very simple, with minimal ingredients. Having said that, I am looking forward to being able to do a bit of cooking tonight.