Finding an Idealarc 250 AC/DC

[Eligius637]

I'm in Slatington, PA (near Allentown) and am trying to find an Idealarc 250 AC/DC machine for my garage. I LOVE these machines! I learned how to weld on one of these and got SMAW certified on it as well - I'm looking for maybe a restoration or repair project. Can anyone out there point me in the right direction? I've tried Craigslist and E-bay but no joy so far. Any ideas would be appreciated! Thanks and Semper Fi... - Pete

[Rick V]

If you can, try setting up Craiglist to display everything within a 2 hour drive (120 miles) drive from you.
They come and they go... some sit for months, other go in a few days.
I've seen new-style units for as low as $250 and as high as $800.
Older square units from $350 up to $600.
Round tops are rare - watch out... make sure it's AC/DC because there were AC only versions!
Because of their massive 375 lb weight, you likely need a truck (pick up) to fetch it.