pjnielsen Posted June 15, 2018 Share Posted June 15, 2018 I want to get a Soda machine that does both cans and bottles for my laundromat. I am willing to spend $3000 for a new machine. Or would it be wise to buy a refurb for half the price? I plan on having this laundromat for 10 yrs+, thats why I am leaning towards a new machine. I figure it would pay for itself in about 3 yrs. Any info or comments greatly appreciated! Where is a good place to buy a new machine? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AZVendor Posted June 15, 2018 Share Posted June 15, 2018 No need to buy new and find it gets vandalized down the road. Get youself a used Dixie Narco 501E and you'll be set for life. Parts will always be available for them and unless damaged beyond repair you will be able to keep it running virtually forever. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NYCandyMaN Posted June 15, 2018 Share Posted June 15, 2018 I would not get new, sure the service is great if it breaks down, but how often is a new machine going to break? the older ones are actually built better than new ones, and will probably outlast the new ones, I have machines over 15yr old running well without issues, I also just got a few machines in for sale if interested. also, id stick to cans, only because you can fit more into the machine, and they are cheaper, so more profit in the long run. these machines are in New Rochelle NY, if interested call or text me 917-731-3891 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Central Kentucky Vending Posted June 16, 2018 Share Posted June 16, 2018 i would do 16.9 bottles you can buy for .35 and sell for 1.25 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AZVendor Posted June 16, 2018 Share Posted June 16, 2018 You posted pics of 4 machines I would never recommend anyone buy if they are new to the business. The last 2 especially. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nvb Posted June 16, 2018 Share Posted June 16, 2018 The 501e is a great recommendation. AZ is right on the money. Vendo 721 is also a very good stacker machine A DN5591 is a good machine too. I personally prefer the glass fronts for the versatility and the sales boost. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AngryChris Posted June 16, 2018 Share Posted June 16, 2018 At this point, i would recommend any new vendor stick with a 501e strictly because it's arguably the easiest to learn from, it's sort of future-proof, it's a reliable model, etc.. Royals can have minor issues (different board versions, space-o-sales "issues", and other things that are hard for newbies to figure out. Anything older is usually not future proof, or it's questionable. Generally speaking, a 501e is ready to accept a card reader, or it might need a new e prom but that's usually about it. A royal.. it may take a card reader but you won't get cash sales if it's an older board. if i could do it all over, i'd just have 501e's or merlin 650's. Oh, and get refurbished. If it's your laundromat, a 501e will generate as many sales as a brand new stack vendor. There's no upside to buying new. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Corvus Corax Posted June 16, 2018 Share Posted June 16, 2018 501e set up for cans. You can switch between cans and 500ml bottles at you convenience. You can pick one up most places for $1000. If you want to spend more get a bevmax. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pjnielsen Posted June 16, 2018 Author Share Posted June 16, 2018 Thank you for all of your input! I will start looking for a 501E refurb I believe. They are running abot 1200 to 1500 and thats without delivery. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
orsd Posted June 16, 2018 Share Posted June 16, 2018 https://www.vendingworld.com/dixie-narco-501e-20-oz-bottle-machine-pepsi-globe.php 900 plus freight, 4-600 bucks. Or https://www.westwayvending.com/product/dixie-narco-501e-w-gatorade-graphics/ 1200 plus 200 freight. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Friendly Vend Posted June 19, 2018 Share Posted June 19, 2018 On 6/15/2018 at 9:33 PM, Central Kentucky Vending said: i would do 16.9 bottles you can buy for .35 and sell for 1.25 Can I ask where you get 16.9 bottles for 35 cents? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Central Kentucky Vending Posted June 19, 2018 Share Posted June 19, 2018 save alot this week krogers most of the time Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Corvus Corax Posted June 19, 2018 Share Posted June 19, 2018 Walmart and grocery store sales. Often Walmart has the for 2.50 a six pack so that's 42 cents. Pl laces like Giant, Food lion, Shoppers, etc. will have 5 six packs for 10 on 11 bucks during sales. So that's between 33 and 36 cents. Walmart prices are the most consistent though. Always check the dates though, there might be a reason why they are on sake. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Friendly Vend Posted June 21, 2018 Share Posted June 21, 2018 Thanks guys. Very helpful. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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