After 5 years I think I'll have to get a new washing machine This is the second time in 12 months the board has blown in it. 3rd time in 3 years I think, first was under warranty though.

I have the 7.5kg F&P smart drive. I love it. Its an awesome washing machine... when its going Cleans better than other machines I've used.

I just don't think its worth $240 every 12 months to keep it going & I'm sick of washing between the bath & laundromat til I can afford to fix it.

So what have you got & more importantly, how long have you had it without problems? I'm looking at an LG 9.5 kg, but I'm nervous about spending that kind of money on something that might play up...