Before committing, use the : If a refrigerator has reached 50% of its expected life (approx. 5-6 years) and the repair or purchase cost is more than 50% of a new one , it is generally better to buy new.

Most modern refrigerators last 8–12 years .

Haggling is common in the used market. Successful buyers often:

Units built before 1990 can cost double the electricity of modern models. 4. Negotiation Tactics

Listen for loud rattling or clicking, which signals imminent (and expensive) failure.