When did Minelab come out with the Etrac?

[baspinall]

Curious when the Etrac was first released? Know a guy who wants to sell his but can't seem to recall when he got it? I just wanted know if his was still under warranty. Have Etrac's been out for more than three years?

Thank you,

Brian

 

[Tony in FL]

I believe they came out in 2008 so it sounds like there would be a reasonable chance his is still covered. The unfotunate thing is that Minelab warranties are not transferable.

 

[E-Trac-Ohio]

I believe E-Trac came in the Fall of 2008 - not 100% sure thats correct.
But unlike White's warranty - Minelab's warranty is not transferable to a second owner.

 

[baspinall]

Thank you. Do you know if you can purchase a warranty from Minelab?

 

[Nick A]

Yep, late 08. I wouldn't have much worry about a used one that doesn't look beat up. Especially if the price was right. Used ones sell fast.

 

[baspinall]

Thanks

 

[Nick A]

Thank you. Do you know if you can purchase a warranty from Minelab?

Warranty is non transferable and cannot be purchased as far as I know. If the warranty is that important to you, get a new machine. Chances are good your machine will be fine and never need service. Even if it does, the most that repairs would usually run is $200, so weigh that against the cost of a used machine. I think you'll still find out you come out ahead buying used, even if you do need to send it in for something.

 

[baspinall]

Point taken.

 

[Ray-Mo.]

Never had the slightlest problem with it and it has been used and abused from day one.Payed for its self a few time over I might ad

 

[C&RHunter]

Bought my E-Trac from Kelly Co. Aug, 28, 2008. I think that was when they were first released for sale in the US. I've had a few pressure pad issues, but aside from that, I really like this machine, as it has more "fine tuning" abilities than my old XS (however, I wouldn't part with that one either).

 

[baspinall]

Well I am jumping in. Getting a lightly used one for $1000.00. Seems fair. i have a Whites V3 so I am really curious to see some head to head trials and results.

Brian