Some days are smarter than others

[c9]

Early August: we kill Roomba by accident Roomba fails at 2.5 years old, which is not completely uncommon for older Roombas.

Mid August: I order replacement Roomba through out-of-warranty program.

Late August: iRobot tells me that it's backordered, no expected delivery date yet.

Early September: house is getting pretty messy, and sweeping is no fun.

Mid September: I start half-heartedly bidding on Roombas on eBay, never at a high enough price to win.

Yesterday: Within minutes, I win a Roomba for less than $100 (crazy), and iRobot emails me to tell me that my new Roomba will be shipped within a couple days (Murphy's Law).

*sigh* Anyone interested in buying a slightly used Roomba? I'll give a good price! They really are awesome -- that's why I've now spent about $450 on three. (New ones are $300-$400 in Canada)

Comments

[c9.livejournal.com]

Correct, it doesn't clean stairs. But it can avoid them, if that's a worry. It won't fall or anything.

[sassy-red-head.livejournal.com]

I'll consider it. How much are you asking?

[c9.livejournal.com]

Dunno. Once I have both, I'll ensure I have what I need working, then I'll figure out the value of what's left. (I may have some extra pieces which would make it more useful, and I think one is a slightly different model)

[sassy-red-head.livejournal.com]

cool. Let me know.