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Need advice buying second hand Matco scanner

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I'm debating purchasing a used Matco Maximus 3.0 scanner. I was wondering if anyone had experience with the larger tool companies and what i should look out for.

If the scanner was not paid for in full from the seller will i be stuck with a very expensive brick?
 
I'm a mechanic for a living.

It is coming from an individual. Only debating it because it's 4500 from the truck or 2000 from the individual.
 
Be sure the software isn’t deleted when the unit is restored....also if an email address is attached to it....
 
Scanners need regular updating to their software for new models, etc. This is done on my scanner (not matco) via a logon to my account and password over the internet.

My concern on a used item is getting the registered name and password, and if money is owed to the account (not likely unless it is tied into a weekly or monthly loan payment for purchases)

That is an expensive brick if all is not right. Have you called Matco with the unit serial number?
 
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