What do you think of Panasonic TH-42PA20? - Canadian TV, Computing and Home Theatre Forums

P_LO13 · 2007-05-20, 09:49 PM

I know the Panny TH-42PA20 is kind of old from couple years ago, but a friend of mine is selling it for $1300 (asking price), what do you guys think of the TV? Is it still worth it...or better get something else?

I'm currently looking for a TV under $1500, possibility with only standard cable, but might upgrade to HD soon.

Thanks everyone

idearat · 2007-05-21, 06:08 PM

I predict you'll be able to pick up the current 42PX75U for around $1500 by fall, or boxing day at the latest. IMO $1300's a lot for a 2-year-old plasma.

Jungle Monkey · 2007-05-21, 07:29 PM

Your friend is trying to rip you off.

Zyla · 2007-05-25, 10:14 AM

You lose alot of the advantages of the newer plasmas by getting the PA20 (it's not just about SD vs HD, it's also panel quality - the key player.)

The PA20 is older, repairs and parts are far more expensive. I'd wait a few weeks, save up the extra $400 or so, and get a brand new TH42PX75 w/ full warranty and nice new panel.

PS - The price is too high but your friend did pay alot more for that set than you would for a better set today.

2007-05-20, 09:49 PM	#1
P_LO13 Join Date: May 2007 Location: Toronto Posts: 7	What do you think of Panasonic TH-42PA20? I know the Panny TH-42PA20 is kind of old from couple years ago, but a friend of mine is selling it for $1300 (asking price), what do you guys think of the TV? Is it still worth it...or better get something else? I'm currently looking for a TV under $1500, possibility with only standard cable, but might upgrade to HD soon. Thanks everyone

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2007-05-21, 06:08 PM	#2
idearat Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Victoria, BC; Shaw Cable Posts: 679	I predict you'll be able to pick up the current 42PX75U for around $1500 by fall, or boxing day at the latest. IMO $1300's a lot for a 2-year-old plasma.

2007-05-21, 07:29 PM	#3
Jungle Monkey Join Date: Apr 2006 Posts: 132	Your friend is trying to rip you off.

2007-05-25, 10:14 AM	#4
Zyla Join Date: Apr 2007 Posts: 32	You lose alot of the advantages of the newer plasmas by getting the PA20 (it's not just about SD vs HD, it's also panel quality - the key player.) The PA20 is older, repairs and parts are far more expensive. I'd wait a few weeks, save up the extra $400 or so, and get a brand new TH42PX75 w/ full warranty and nice new panel. PS - The price is too high but your friend did pay alot more for that set than you would for a better set today.