The new Plastic Engel

Submitted: Monday, Sep 22, 2008 at 14:41

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Has anyone brought one of the new plastic Engel ECLIPSE 38 Litre Fridge/Freezer - MR40F.

Any feedback would be appreciated

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Reply By: pjd - Monday, Sep 22, 2008 at 15:42

Monday, Sep 22, 2008 at 15:42

just buy a waeco cheaper better longer warranty

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Follow Up By: Member - Porl - Monday, Sep 22, 2008 at 16:03

Monday, Sep 22, 2008 at 16:03

Well actually the pricing is now competitive. The 40L waeco is $900 and the Engel 37L can be negotiated down to about $800.

I've prodded and poked both lately.

The only real diff is the engel is actually much bigger than the equivalent waeco, perhaps you can put that down to superior insulation, I dunno.

Having had a waeco for 6yrs (or was that 8?), I'm tempted to give the Engel a go when I upgrade next.

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Reply By: Gunna Do - Monday, Sep 22, 2008 at 18:09

Monday, Sep 22, 2008 at 18:09

Checked out the new Engel Eclipse last week, as I thought this fridge would be a good option for me. Came away a little disappointed with the fit and finish of the plastic case.

I have not doubt the refrigeration component is still as good as the others, but I think Engel have let themselves down by trying to compete with cheaper brands.

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Reply By: Dennis Ellery - Monday, Sep 22, 2008 at 18:13

Monday, Sep 22, 2008 at 18:13

I purchased a standard steel 40L Engel 5 months ago.
I have a mate who works for the state distributor and he told me to leave the plastic one alone. It’s a cheapy brought out to compete with the lower end of the market. It’s still a good fridge with the same quality compressor and condenser but it has other features missing.

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