Megger 1730 calibrate or not before sale?

[PJH2903]

I have an MFT1730 which I will be selling (have upgraded) and would value the groups opinion.

The calibration certificate has expired so is it worth me spending the money to have it recalibrated before I sell it?

What would you all pay for a meter that is in excellent condition calibrated v’s uncalibrated?
Thanks

 

[Michael Sands]

Un calibrated could put off buyers as it might be faulty and an expensive fix round the corner

 

[static zap]

Does it look mint , or a bit tatty ?
(depends if want to help Beginners out ,or after top dollar)

 

[Charlie_]

I would y but one that isn’t calibrated..
Just add the cost of calibration on to your asking price..
No qualms then about it being faulty

 

[Dustydazzler]

I personally wouldn’t buy unless it had been recently calibration

A recent calibration makes it look like the meter has been well looked after and still in recent use

 

[Deleted member 105166]

Calibration will cost £20, provided the instrument is in good condition, selling it with 1 year calibration versus none, you will much more than cover the cost.

 

[PJH2903]

Sent it off to Test-Meter today for calibration. Anyone interested in making an offer on the meter let me know, it will be back next week when I’ll be able to send pics.

 

[neon1991]

how much are you looking for it? I'm on the lookout for one at the minute

 

[PJH2903]

They are selling for £450-500 used on ebay, postage would be £20 for special delivery.

Pictures are in the for sale section For Sale [North]: - Megger MFT1730, Just calibrated. - https://www.electriciansforums.co.uk/threads/megger-mft1730-just-calibrated.173655/

As I would not have ebay fees to pay I am open to sensible offers. Payment would be by bank transfer or paypal.

 

[Marti]

Love my 1730; bought it used as ex-demo in good nick and no certificate for £500. CEF calibrated it for about £40 plus vat and a train fair - the cheapest I could find anywhere. Could be viewed like an MOT on a used van; something that says "working and ready to go".