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Elliptical trainers are one of the most popular pieces of home exercise equipment. But they can also come with a hefty price tag. Buying a used elliptical trainer is one way of getting a quality machine at a reasonable price. These tips will ensure you get a bargain and not end up with a lemon.Some people have great intentions of starting an exercise program but don’t carry it through. These are the best people to get a used elliptical from. The machine may have only been used once or twice and then put away in cupboard. You can find these type of sales on local private notice boards, on eBay and on Craigslist.

Before you go and view the machine make sure that you know as much about the model as possible. You also want to know what the current selling price for a new model is. Just because the model cost the seller $1500 last year doesn’t mean that’s what it would cost now. There maybe various companies that are selling it as an ‘end of line’ at roughly the same price as a used elliptical trainer.

By their nature elliptical trainers are subject to quite a lot of wear and tear. They also have a nasty habit of breaking down and repairs can be expensive. Check to see where an elliptical has been used. If you are buying it from a gym, it could well have been used continuously and therefore much nearer the end of its working life.

In the last few years there has been a move towards a greater number of features in terms of the quality of the onboard computer, the number of programs available and little extras like a coolaire fan. Check out the features of the used elliptical trainer before you consider buying it. It maybe somewhat out of date.

The last thing to do before parting with any cash for a second hand elliptical, is to try it out. Check that the machine is sturdy and that the mechanism gives a smooth ride with no jerks. Check that the computer is working and all the programs function.

You can get a bargain by buying a used elliptical trainer. Just follow these common sense tips to make sure the machine will be a good long-term investment.