I would call Bosch tomorrow (1-800-944-2904) and ask them about it. I googled the model number and found it listed with Energy Star ratings from 2004. Sounds like it could have been sitting for 5 years. You could run into problems with parts availability before you've had the machine too long, and I'd be concerned about all the seals and fittings being good if sitting for 5 years. We had to replace a seal on one when we moved into a house that had been vacant for 6 months. The SHV looks like the V indicates a higher end model -- and the good news is that it beat Energy Star requirements by 35%. And if folks are right that they don't build them like they used to -- maybe you got an even better deal. Hope it all works out for you.

The good news is the Bosch 800 customer service is open at 5am and it's in a local city 30 min away. I can't wait until tomorrow am. Oh man, I hope it's not 5 years old! I knew it was an older model but 5 years. YIKES! Now I'm worried. Oh well I can' always take it back.

I'd be a little concerned, but you could have gotten a honey. If you have hardwoods in the kitchen, I think I'd pass. I'd also check to see what features have changed or how energy use and noise levels may have changed over 5 years (could be 6 if they came out late in 2003 -- are the models coming out now considered 2009 or 2010?). I'd be curious what Bosch says about a DW in storage for 5 years -- if that's what it is.

I can't wait to find out tomorrow am. I think the only reason I'm not too concerned is the guy told me I could use it for 90 days and then bring it back for any reason. I said what if I don't have a reason and he said I will give you your $$$ back no ?'s asked and no restocking fee or anything.

I guess the seriel number will tell us a lot more. I have tile floors. :) It has 9 cycles...isn't that alot? I would not return it because of energy, sorry being honest. I got it for $600 and I know it was a high end model but I also need it to not break in a year. Although, I do have a full warranty that is good for 5 years on some things and 10 years on other things. I would just like more info on it...you know?? I'm so curious I wish I could call today.

My husband said for $600 he figures it's better than the $600 models of other brands out there and for that price even if it does break in 5 years we can buy another one. It just seemed like too good of a deal to pass up but then again usually those are the ones you should pass up. ;0 hee hee

We just ran it and it was sooooo quiet!! It doesn't even have a door panel on it yet and I could hardly hear it. I love it already is the problem. :) My sister in law has a 9 year old one and it is running like new still. I hope tomorrow brings good news. Keep your fingers crossed for me.
I will post tomorrow am after I get some more details. Thanks for your help.

I can't wait to find out tomorrow am. I think the only reason I'm not too concerned is the guy told me I could use it for 90 days and then bring it back for any reason. I said what if I don't have a reason and he said I will give you your $$$ back no ?'s asked and no restocking fee or anything.

I guess the seriel number will tell us a lot more. I have tile floors. :) It has 9 cycles...isn't that alot? I would not return it because of energy, sorry being honest. I got it for $600 and I know it was a high end model but I also need it to not break in a year. Although, I do have a full warranty that is good for 5 years on some things and 10 years on other things. I would just like more info on it...you know?? I'm so curious I wish I could call today.

My husband said for $600 he figures it's better than the $600 models of other brands out there and for that price even if it does break in 5 years we can buy another one. It just seemed like too good of a deal to pass up but then again usually those are the ones you should pass up. ;0 hee hee

We just ran it and it was sooooo quiet!! It doesn't even have a door panel on it yet and I could hardly hear it. I love it already is the problem. :) My sister in law has a 9 year old one and it is running like new still. I hope tomorrow brings good news. Keep your fingers crossed for me.
I will post tomorrow am after I get some more details. Thanks for your help.

Sorry, I'm having computer issues. :(

I posted on your other thread -- sorry you had to find out by checking it out that it was more than last year's model, but the 9 cycles is the top of the line. If it has a problem due to age, I would expect it to show up pretty soon. I've been running mine for 2-1/2 yrs now without a problem. I hope it works out for you.