How to sell an older model

[buzz]

My late father in law used a ShopSmith every day and it is now ready to move on to another owner. I believe it has all the bells and whistles as he made very fine furniture as one of his projects and has cabinets full of attachments. I am unsure of the model and date but can easily find that out. I'm quite certain it is @ 30 years old. I have several questions. Is it worth trying to sell? If so, do you have any thoughts or recommendations on platforms for selling? Or should I be happy if I can give it away?

[tdubnik]

Have you given any thought to maybe using it yourself?

If not then Craigslist is probably best for a full machine and eBay if you sell it piece by piece.

[dusty]

If your father-in-law was a devoted user of the Shopsmith and if he had cabinets full of attachments, I believe you would be well advised to do some heavy research before you depart with his shop tools. You just might be real alarmed at the value of what you are talking about giving away.

Even though the equipment is old (30 years is really not all that old) if it was well cared for, it is still a reliable and useful tool. You said he built fine furniture. I would conclude from that that he cared for his equipment.

You'll not have a hard time getting rid of it, believe me. But you might regret a hasty decision.

You might want to browse through this catalog. Prices are for new but it will give you an idea.
http://www.shopsmith.com/ownersite/cata ... _index.htm

[curiousgeorge]

Where are you and the tools located? Your location will determine (to a large extent) what you can get. Also how many extras you may have for the machine. The recommendation to do some lengthy research as to the worth of the machine and tools available is a good one. I guarantee you WILL be surprised. Where are you located? Maybe someone near by could help you.

[buzz]

Thank you for all the great advice. I have been mind-boggled doing the research so this gives me a much better perspective. The equipment is located in North Fort Myers, Fl. and has to be moved. We live on Sanibel and do not have a garage or anywhere to keep it safely, but are looking into the possibility of sharing it with someone who has the space. That may give me time to better price everything if we have to sell it, also.

[billmayo]

There are more than 50 Shopsmiths listed on Craig's List today in Florida. It is not a sellers market here. You will have a hard time selling the Shopsmith for much money. I recommend keeping and trying to make use of the Shopsmith when sellers contact me or sell it to a friend. Last fall, I brought 2 510s and 4 500s with a bandsaw, 2 belt sanders, jig saw, new joiner in box, speed reducer and many other attachments and accessories for a grand total of $750 paid for all 6 machines including delivery to my shop. I could not pass on these buys but have no more room for more unless it is in the $100 range.