Why are used Epson P800 printers selling for top dollar ?

[KC_2020]

I have a new in the box, never used Epson P800 and just checked eBay to see what it is worth if I decide to sell it.

I was surprised to find that they're selling for very close to what they cost new.

Anyone have an insight as to why ?

 

[MGrayson]

Are they actually selling, or is that the asking price? Sometimes, you're buying from Adorama and it's not discounted at all - they just reach a larger audience on eBay (I got my last tripod that way).

 

[KC_2020]

I filtered my search for U.S. only and Sold.

3 sold in the last couple of weeks for $1150, $1275 and $1130 plus shipping of $95 to $150. None of them were from dealers.

 

[MartinN]

The thing about inkjets is that if the printer nozzles have printed, then it is not new, and clogging ’potential’ starts from that day. A never used printer is a whole different affair, that can be a very good buy, but I can’t say anything about pricing. I am still on my first 3880 and going quite well.

 

[scho]

Still using my P800 with no clogging problems after 3 years of use. Front drop down door plastic hinges don't work properly, but doesn't affect printing.

 

[KC_2020]

What I've learned is that the P800 allows ink cartridges to be refilled using non-epson ink. The newer printer that replaced it won't run refilled cartridges. So that's kept the P800 in demand. I guess I'll keep mine.

 

[MartinN]

Refilling, that is a good start to clogging !

 

[KC_2020]

Refilling, that is a good start to clogging !

Are you speaking from experience ?

I thought you were still running the 3880 ?

 

[MartinN]

Are you speaking from experience ?

I thought you were still running the 3880 ?

Yes, I am running my 3880, but the general opinion is that refilling can lead to clogging because of non optimized components in generinc ink mixtures. I don’t risk anything and always buy Epson original.

 

[MartinN]

BTW I have clogged so many dye inkjets so clogging is a great fear.