Chezstevens Posted June 27, 2007 Share Posted June 27, 2007 Good morning folks,Our trusty washing machine is giving up the ghost after some 7 yrs. Grateful for advice on purchase of new one:1. Any good internet sites? If they go wrong within warranty does the repair take place onsite?2. A look at MoinsCher suggests the standard warranty is one year - in the UK they are now up to 5 years. Anybody suggestions on washing machines in France with extended manufacturers warranty as standard?3. We live near Chef-Boutonne in Dept 79. Any good white goods shops you are aware of? Again if they go wrong, are they repaired onsite or have to be returned to outlet?4. SWMBO reckons on her standard approach which is buy a reasonably cheap one and who cares if it breaks 2 years down the road (the last cheap one, an Indesit, lasted 7years)5. SWMBO list of desirable points includes 1400 rpm minimum, down to +30 C and a minimum 7 kg. Anybody recommend a model they have?I have used the search option to no avail.Thanks in advanceVern Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
La Vette Posted June 27, 2007 Share Posted June 27, 2007 The sales have just started so it is a good time to be buying. Sorry, don't know your area. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frederick Posted June 27, 2007 Share Posted June 27, 2007 There are 5 branches of Conforama in 79 They have 5 pages of washing machines on their web site from 199.99E to 1355,99E...Depending where you are in 79 if ..La Roche sur Yon in 85 is close to you ....they have a huge selection and the sale is on now .... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jc Posted June 27, 2007 Share Posted June 27, 2007 Our Indesit is now five years old -no breakdowns.I have been told that the slower the spin speed the better-puts much less strain on the bearings.(Forces will go up as the square of the speed-I think). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Val_2 Posted June 28, 2007 Share Posted June 28, 2007 I have a brand new LG Direct Drive WD14401TD 7kg AAA machine and I can thoroughly recommend it. Pricey but we buy wholesale so saved nearly 300€ off retail price. Its a little larger than the previous machine so check your measurements carefully if going under a worktop but it has a very heavy stainless steel door and many options for spin speed, temperature and cycles etc. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chezstevens Posted June 28, 2007 Author Share Posted June 28, 2007 Val2,Many thanks I have just purchased the same for 481 euros thru Maniaprice. Delivery included.regardsVern Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Val_2 Posted June 28, 2007 Share Posted June 28, 2007 Well done, I think you will like it especially the cuckoo at the end telling you its finished. That price was quite good considering its a pretty expensive machine. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
suein56 Posted June 28, 2007 Share Posted June 28, 2007 [quote user="Chezstevens"] Val2,Many thanks I have just purchased the same for 481 euros thru Maniaprice. Delivery included.[/quote]Hope you don't have to wait as long for your washing machine as some people on here have waited for their purchases with mania price.Fingers crossed.Sue Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chezstevens Posted June 28, 2007 Author Share Posted June 28, 2007 Does not fill you full of confidence ... however what is the percentage of dissatisfied customers. At least SWBO can chase from France and I can chase from the UK to their HQ!!Will confirm ease or otherwise hopefully soon.regardsVern Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
suein56 Posted June 28, 2007 Share Posted June 28, 2007 Hope you realise it wasn't my intention to worry you re mania price; I just feel it is worth knowing about possible pitfalls before they happen. There is some useful info on Le Guide if problems are encountered with any organisation/business re who to contact for advice etc.Hope your purchase goes forward with no probs at all.Sue Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nimportequoi Posted June 28, 2007 Share Posted June 28, 2007 I buy all electrical appliances from my local dealer Gitem. Occasionally it is a little more dear, but the SAV is superb, if there is a break down the repair man will come out the same day, rather than 72 hours later. If it is a washing machine that breaks down he will also give me a replacement if mine needs to go to the workshop for repair. They also deliver and install you want, free of charge. UnlikeBUT, Conforama, Carrefour who don't know the meaning of SAV IMHO. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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