If you remember my previous threads, I have been in the market for some additional tool storage. I had a 44" Series 2 box, but was never happy with the drawer configuration. Plus I was simply out of space.
Due to the configuration of my home garage, the available footprint for tool storage was limited. I was able to increase the footprint by doing some re-organization, but was still limited to a ~72x30 sized box. I also wanted some workbench space since I do not have a table in this garage. After some research, I was surprised to learn that a new Tool Vault Elite/Montezuma 30" deep box was not much less than a used Snap-On Masters/EPIQ series box!
I decided to search for a used Snap-On box, but was further surprised by the lack of inventory in CA/NV...especially for the 30" deep boxes. I eventually found a 68" EPIQ box with the Stainless Steel Power Top that was 100 miles from me. The box was 4 years old and had been used as a tech's secondary box, mainly for storage of less-frequently used tools. The overall condition of the box was a B/B- and the color was not my first choice, but for my needs, this will more than suffice.
I paid $5000. It was a little more than I was originally hoping to spend, but still a significant savings compared to new. The current MSRP for this box is $16,990, though most people usually receive a 30-35% discount from MSRP.
After some machine polishing to restore its shine, here are some pictures of the box in its new home:
Due to the configuration of my home garage, the available footprint for tool storage was limited. I was able to increase the footprint by doing some re-organization, but was still limited to a ~72x30 sized box. I also wanted some workbench space since I do not have a table in this garage. After some research, I was surprised to learn that a new Tool Vault Elite/Montezuma 30" deep box was not much less than a used Snap-On Masters/EPIQ series box!
I decided to search for a used Snap-On box, but was further surprised by the lack of inventory in CA/NV...especially for the 30" deep boxes. I eventually found a 68" EPIQ box with the Stainless Steel Power Top that was 100 miles from me. The box was 4 years old and had been used as a tech's secondary box, mainly for storage of less-frequently used tools. The overall condition of the box was a B/B- and the color was not my first choice, but for my needs, this will more than suffice.
I paid $5000. It was a little more than I was originally hoping to spend, but still a significant savings compared to new. The current MSRP for this box is $16,990, though most people usually receive a 30-35% discount from MSRP.
After some machine polishing to restore its shine, here are some pictures of the box in its new home:
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