8 year old blaze king used

[griam01]

My husband found someone selling an 8 year old blaze king used. Owner said it was only used 3 years and works great just that they got a new house and he didn’t want to install it. What should he ask or look for before purchasing?

It’s a king classic with the blower included.

Thanks in advance for your time.


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[Highbeam]

If it's in perfect condition offer 50% of the new price to buy it at your local dealer today.

 

[begreen]

Do a visual check too. If the stove got wet during storage and is starting to rust then adjust price. Look at the cat to see if it's breaking down. If so, deduct $200.

 

[WoodyIsGoody]

My husband found someone selling an 8 year old blaze king used. Owner said it was only used 3 years and works great just that they got a new house and he didn’t want to install it. What should he ask or look for before purchasing?

It’s a king classic with the blower included.

Thanks in advance for your time.

It's probably getting ready for a new catalyst so, unless they have a new one, figure on about $300 for that. Check the condition of the bypass and door gaskets. They are not too expensive to replace but what is your time worth? If power is nearby, run the blower to make sure it hasn't been damaged or need replacement.

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Want me to show you how to get rid of that clutter? Or, at least turn it into something other than corporate advertising? Or do they compensate you for being their sales agent?

 

[griam01]

Thanks for the info. We can get a princess new with blower for $600 more than what they are asking for this one. Since it may be due for a catalyst and possibly other parts would it be worth it?

And I removed the signature. Didn’t realize it was there.

 

[begreen]

They're asking too much. I'd go for the Princess.

 

[jetsam]

A significant part of the cost of getting a stove is the liner. I think all Kings are 8", Princesses are 6". Is the flue already lined? Will an 8" liner fit in the flue?

If you already have an insulated 6" or 8" liner, that will be big points in favor of one stove or the other.

 

[griam01]

They're asking too much. I'd go for the Princess.

Thank you! Appreciate everyone’s advice.

 

[griam01]

A significant part of the cost of getting a stove is the liner. I think all Kings are 8", Princesses are 6". Is the flue already lined? Will an 8" liner fit in the flue?

If you already have an insulated 6" or 8" liner, that will be big points in favor of one stove or the other.

This will be going into a cabin that is still being built.

 

[Hogwildz]

Did you check this out in the for sale section here? Might be worth the trip.
https://www.hearth.com/talk/threads/new-in-box-blaze-king-princess-insert.163732/\

Oh, it's an insert, never mind

 

[WoodyIsGoody]

This will be going into a cabin that is still being built.

I would only install a 6" because you can run so much wider variety of stoves with a 6" flue.