[Leica] M9 reliability question

[Frank Verizon 2 2016]

I would buy the one that has not had the sensor replaced, if I could determine the replacement is required. Then I would send it in for sensor replacement, getting the complete camera checked out and adjusted for free. 

There are those that would say buying a non-current digicam is silly. You are buying old technology. Not as good. My argument is that if it does the job you want, when you buy it, the age of the technology is not relevant. 

The M9 has proven itself to me to be reliable and a great back end for Leica glass. 

$2500 is a bargain

Frank

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On Jun 1, 2016, at 12:05 AM, Nathan Wajsman <photo at frozenlight.eu> wrote:

I have always said that once the M9 prices come down to a level that I am prepared to pay, I will buy one. Well, in the past week I have seen two for sale, for $2500 and $2200, respectively. The one I saw this morning has had the sensor replaced. Those prices are within my range, but I now have doubts about reliability. Clearly, buying an M9 that has not had a sensor replacement is out of the question; but in case one has had it, is the new sensor reliable—or is it just a matter of time before it starts rotting just like the original one did? And are there other reliability issues besides the sensor? Digital Leicas have not had a stellar record.