Stick to "direct drive" models or brands with widely available parts.
The Scrapper’s Goldmine: Why People Buy Broken Washing Machines
For repair technicians, buying a broken machine of a popular brand (like Whirlpool, Maytag, or Samsung) is like buying a discounted parts warehouse.
Whether you’re looking to save the planet by refurbishing or just want a cheap fire pit for the backyard, buying a broken washing machine is one of the smartest "trash-to-treasure" moves you can make.