...which is better than a 500 Series, I would imagine. Regardless, this is a recent model washer that has no issues at all. No electronics to go up in smoke, and it has a real agitator to get even the filthiest laundry clean. PHONE CALLS ONLY please at . This machine also looks good and has a large capacity. $ 165 if picked-up, or add $ 15 if you'd like it dropped-off in a driveway, but in Nanaimo and Nanaimo only.