Do you have an old elliptical machine laying around that you don't want or intend to use anymore? It may be time to get rid of that space waster, make room, and even make some money in the process!
Your machine doesn't have to end up at the city dump-you can find it a new owner who will use it, and you can make some good cash in the process. Here are some easy steps to follow, to get rid of that reminder that you are no longer exercising.
First, gather all the information you can on your machine. Find the user manual, the brand and model number, and any other specific details about the machine you would like the buyer to know, such as the size measurements, the programs included, etc.
Make sure that you can provide a detailed, positive description of your elliptical-your description will be the thing which will draw in potential buyers, and peak their interest. Put time and thought into your description, and make sure it is honest, but with a very positive spin.
Next, clean your elliptical machine to the best of your ability. You can use WD40 to grease or oil your parts, but do not overuse-if you over-grease your machinery, this can cause problems in your motor and flywheel.
Try tightening each of your nuts and bolts, as they can become loose during use. Apply lubrication to all the joints, and the function will inevitably improve.
If your equipment is collecting dust, you can use a warm, wet cloth to wipe down each part. If this isn't quite enough, you can use a mild all-purpose cleanser, such as Windex.
Never spray liquid directly onto your elliptical machine. Spray cleanser onto a soft cloth first, to avoid running into any motor problems.
Once you have your machine in tip top shape, you can take a few pictures of each of the different angles of the elliptical. Make sure that your lighting is good, and will allow the interested buyers to see the condition your piece is in.
Take pictures of the brand name and model number that is printed on the side. Take close-ups of the hand grips and the foot pads, as well as a photo of the LED display of your machine, if it has one.
Make sure that the room your machine is in is clean, and orderly. People will discard any ad where the product is in a messy, sloppy room-it suggests that the elliptical was not well taken care of, as the room is not.
This will allow people to see exactly what they are getting, and be assured that it is working, and legitimate. Upload these pictures on your computer, and retouch them if needed.
Fix lighting problems, crop them, etc. Once your pictures and description are ready to go, find the websites that will target the kind of people who would buy your machine.
There are plenty of free advertising websites, such as Craigslist, Facebook, and more. You can pay a small fee to use Ebay, which will have a much larger customer base from around the world.
If you use them, you can choose to use either a fixed price, or allow people to bid on them. If you don't want to use the computer, and prefer to use a more traditional, simple method, try the local newspapers in your area.
There is often a Penny Saver magazine which allows people to advertise small descriptions of their products for a low fee. There is a great success rate with these magazines, but people will have to come to your home to see the actual machine.
As you can see, there are pluses and minuses to both. Make sure that you specify if you are going to transport the machine for the buyer, or if they will be responsible to move the equipment themselves.
Research what other used machines are being sold for, and try to price yourself competitively. If no one is showing interest in a week, try lowering your price.
As you can see, there are enough websites and buyers out there to easily sell your machine, with minimal effort on your part. Make sure that your machine is in good working condition, you are being completely honest, and that the people you allow to come into your home to see the machine are legitimate and safe.
Author Resource:-
Tom Selwick is a personal trainer and author of numerous articles relating to physical training and elliptical trainer. He has been helping others find a greater fitness level since the 80's.
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