August 12th, 2011
KitchenAid Professional 5 Plus Series Mixer, Normally $419.99, Now Just $181.99 Shipped After $30 Rebate From Amazon!!
Update 2: Alive Again! Be sure to select Amazon.com as the seller.
Update: DEAD!
KitchenAid Professional 5 Plus Series Mixer, Metallic Chrome ($211.99 before rebate)
$30 Rebate Linky (Purchase by 09/24, Postmark by 10/24)
Specs:
-450-watt motor with 10 speeds; 5-quart stainless steel bowl
-Unique mixing action: beater spins clockwise as the shaft spins counter clockwise
-Ergonomic handle makes lifting the bowl more comfortable
-Hinged hub cover flips up, allowing easy installation of attachments
-Measures 16-1/2 by 12 by 14 inches; includes flat beater, spiral dough hook, and wire whip
Amazon does not charge tax for orders shipped outside of KS, KY, ND, NY and WA.
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August 12th, 2011 at 11:07 am
A friendly warning to everyone – KitchenAid mixers are not what they used to be. I have a 12+ year old 4.5 qt mixer that can handle pretty much anything. We bought a 6 quart Pro-style unit to handle larger batches of challah, etc., and after two units are done. Despite the “Professional” name and a much larger motor, the unit was far less capable. After 10 minutes of kneading even a small batch of dough, the case became too hot to touch – this was never an issue with the old unit. Another issue is that, especially with stiffer doughs like bread, the bowl does not stay snapped into its holder. This requires constant vigilance to make sure that the unit is working properly, since when the bowl snaps up the mixer starts to “walk” across the counter. Also, if you search the Internet, you will learn that KitchenAid has switched to using lower quality part, including plastic motor housings. These will not hold up like your mother’s mixer has.
We’re just glad we didn’t get rid of the older mixer.
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August 12th, 2011 at 11:24 am
Does amazon ship international? Like to Israel? Will I get hit with big taxes???
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August 12th, 2011 at 2:29 pm
Dan, do you know when they changed the parts?
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August 12th, 2011 at 3:10 pm
My wife uses a “new” professional kitchenaid for challah every week without issues.
YMMV I suppose.
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August 12th, 2011 at 3:34 pm
Dan. when you posted this mixer a week ago it was $234 before the $30 rebate. Now its $211. Any ideas how to get the price difference?
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August 12th, 2011 at 3:35 pm
@yossi4k:
Call and ask for an adjustment.
If they say no you can threaten to return and rebuy it and see if that will change their tune…
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August 12th, 2011 at 3:48 pm
I agree with Dan – YMMV. MY experience was with 2 versions of a different model, the 6 quart Professional, which also has a different motor.
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August 12th, 2011 at 4:44 pm
whats ymmv?
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August 12th, 2011 at 5:12 pm
Your Mileage May Vary
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August 12th, 2011 at 5:53 pm
I called and asked for a price adjustment. I got a credit applied for future purchases to my amazon account.
thank u
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August 12th, 2011 at 6:40 pm
Thanx Dan: Here was the exchange via Chat
Me:I bought the KitchenAid KV25GOXMC Professional 5 Plus 5-Quart Stand Mixer, Metallic Chrome on Aug 9th for $234. Now the price dropped to $211 . I feel gypped. Im requesting the difference be refunded to me
Thanks
Pavan:Hello, my name is Pavan. I’ll be glad to help you today.
Can you hold for a minute or two while I research this for you?
Me:Sure
Pavan:Thanks for waiting.
I will issue a refund of $23.00 and will send you an email confirming this within 45 minutes.
Me:Thank you!
Pavan:You’re welcome. Thank you for contacting Amazon. We hope to see you again. Have a great day.
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August 13th, 2011 at 10:51 pm
Its over? Its says $359
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August 13th, 2011 at 10:58 pm
i do not see where i can get this for $211. Was it a 1 day sale? @Dan:
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August 13th, 2011 at 11:40 pm
@aj: I just ordered a minute ago (motzei shabbos) and was able to get it for $211.99. The price they list is $359 but if you click the box on the right side side of the screen where it lists other sellers and prices, it says you can buy new or used. Amazon is one of the sellers selling it used, for $211.99! Go for it!
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August 14th, 2011 at 12:06 am
@Anonymous: sorry, my mistake – I meant to say that Amazon is one of the sellers selling it NEW! So basically, the deal is still going, you just have to know where to find it!