ringer Posted August 21, 2015 Report Share Posted August 21, 2015 After the crash I had to sell my ML 4000. Ready to get going again finally. I have seen great buys on used GPX5000 lately and now the GPX4500 is back. Is there really much difference in the two? I have seen 5000s go for as low as $2700 but was not ready to buy. Anyway I have gotten fatter and need to lose some weight and I know just the hobby to do that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buckeye Boy Posted August 21, 2015 Report Share Posted August 21, 2015 Welcome back, all I can say is people upgrade for a reason and the 5000 is an upgrade over the 4500. But the difference between the two is pretty small. The fine gold timing and custom setting sure make things nice and only come with the 5000. On the other hand a new 4500 and new warranty is nice as well.AJ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ringer Posted August 21, 2015 Author Report Share Posted August 21, 2015 Thanks. I am thinking that finding a good deal on a 5000 is the smart play. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buckeye Boy Posted August 21, 2015 Report Share Posted August 21, 2015 You won't be disappointed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
matt Posted August 22, 2015 Report Share Posted August 22, 2015 I found more gold with my 4500 than I did with the 3000, 4000, and 5000 combined. It is a great machine. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nugget108 Posted August 22, 2015 Report Share Posted August 22, 2015 Just watch the counterfeit 5000s. There are a bunch of them out there. Good luck and welcome back. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Admin nuggethunting Posted August 22, 2015 Admin Report Share Posted August 22, 2015 Hey Ringer, I will give you my advice from a dealer and metal detectorist stand point. I have been using the Minelab metal detectors for over 20 years, been a dealer for about 17. Either of the GPX detectors you mentioned are great (GPX 4500 or GPX 5000). No question you will have a few more features on the GPX 5000 and an additional 11-inch coil. The GPX 5000 give you a few more timing options and more user control overall then the GPX 4500. That being said, new GPX 5000's are $5795.00. You can probably find a few used ones for $3000+ with minimal to no warranty. The new deal on the GPX 4500, which is call the Univeral Package is awesome at $2699.00. Keep in mind, you also get the 15x12 Commander Mono, which is a bulletproof Minelab coil. This is a $350 value added into the price. You're really getting the detector for around $2350.00 if you take away the price of the coil. For someone that is very experienced and spends the detailed time on the extra function will benefit. The question is how much over the GPX 4500, which is a question we really can't answer honestly.I think some key points to figure are the following -How does the warranty plan a role in your purchase (faulty Minelab repairs can be expensive outside of warranty. However, most last forever without a single issue). Your budget, or what you can afford on a metal detector. New units $2699.00 vs. $5795.00. How much you find value in some of the other features the GPX 5000 has (Fine Gold Timing, extra searchcoil, more flexibility in all adjustments)I think you will have great success with both. Either or you couldn't go wrong with. The new Coiltek 14-inch Round Camo Elite Searchcoil would be something to consider at some point. The reports in Australia alone are pretty amazing. Some are "claiming" better than the $10,000 GPZ 7000. I'm considering a package with this coil on either GPX unit in the near future. Wishing you the best! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ringer Posted August 22, 2015 Author Report Share Posted August 22, 2015 Rob- I will call you on the 4500 package. Just very nervous about the fakes so I can't buy on ebay. I figure the 4500 new will do whatever I need it to. Thanks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Admin nuggethunting Posted August 22, 2015 Admin Report Share Posted August 22, 2015 Hey Ringer, Sounds good. I will be around this weekend, running packages and stuff. The best time during the weekdays is in the evenings on my office line at 623.362.1459. Talk with you soon. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ridge Runner Posted August 22, 2015 Report Share Posted August 22, 2015 Hi Ringer That 4500 is a great deal being it's new and new warranty. I've got one on order with Rob now. I'm just not into buying something that is second hand. The best to you on getting back into the love of nugget hunting.Chuck Anders Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FlakMagnet Posted August 23, 2015 Report Share Posted August 23, 2015 Not trying to dissuade you from buying a 4500, it is a great and proven detector,but one other thing about the 5000 that many people do not mention is thatit is better at handling EMI.In some areas that is a big help.That being said, a 4500 is a great machine. Good hunting. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Admin nuggethunting Posted August 23, 2015 Admin Report Share Posted August 23, 2015 Hey Chuck, You ordered one? LOL ..... I have it here packed up. It will ship Monday, couldn't get it out quick enough today. Thanks once again for your business. P.S. Speaking of warranties and out of warranty items. A customer called this week and mentioned he had a GP3500. He said he hasn't used it in years, but it won't power on. He tried everything, different cords, batteries, headphones .... It's the detector. I told him I didn't think Minelab supported that unit, so he called and it was true, they non longer repair GP series detectors. I told him to call Kellyco, as they do some repairs and that was a "no dice." He called all around, finally found someone in OZ that would repair it for $500.00. Just shows how important a warranty can be for at least the first 3 years. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ridge Runner Posted August 23, 2015 Report Share Posted August 23, 2015 Rob If you would send me one of the camo 14 inch coils it would save me the trouble of painting mine. I'd be more than happy to report back to you on how well it works. As always I thank you for the service. Chuck Anders Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
way2cool Posted August 23, 2015 Report Share Posted August 23, 2015 (edited) Rob I just read on one of the OZ forums that Minelab Aus. still repairs the GP series. He may want to sent them a email to check before sending it to a third party. Correction I read on Steve's forum. http://www.detectorprospector.com/forum/topic/1180-why-cant-i-get-spare-batteries-for-my-gpz-7000/ post 14 Edited August 23, 2015 by way2cool Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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