[Ding... Detected a product suitable for refurbishment: Trumpf DYK1011 model!]
[90% new: 130,000; 85% new: 98,000]
[Upgrade to Trumpf DYK2033 model: 310,000]
[Refurbish] [Cancel]
The information was clearly embedded in Xu Duo's mind.
What appeared to be a simple notification actually held several key insights. Ignoring other details for now, the contrast between the upgrade cost of 310,000 and the refurbishment cost of 130,000 immediately stood out. This price difference revealed several issues. It reflected the huge difference between semi-automation and full automation. The old DYK1011 model had been on the market for over six years, and only last year did a new version launch, transitioning from semi-automated to fully automated, making a significant leap. As a result, the 310,000 fee for upgrading to the DYK2033 was entirely justified.
"40,000 to purchase, 130,000 for refurbishment, 310,000 for an upgrade—totaling a whopping 480,000!" Xu Duo silently calculated in her mind, marveling at the costs. "How much should I sell it for when the time comes?" The market price for a brand-new Trumpf DYK2033 was 3.2 million. However, after refurbishing and upgrading, the machine would be 90% new, with performance nearly indistinguishable from a brand-new one.
"2.9 million?" Xu Duo shook her head, rejecting that price. "That's still too high. Let's price it at 2.88 million. That way, I'll make a profit of 2.4 million per machine. After all, it's 90% new and functions almost like a new one."
"30,000 saved on each machine, 90,000 saved on three machines—that's nearly a million. Plus, ordering new equipment takes months from the order to delivery, but I can deliver immediately."
After thoroughly calculating, Xu Duo was increasingly convinced of her advantage in this transaction. She decisively made up her mind.
Xu Duo spoke with the white-haired boss for a bit longer, and they agreed to finalize the deal once the last machine arrived. Xu Duo paid a 40,000 deposit, and the deal was officially in motion. Although she could have transported the two machines already in hand, she considered the lack of available storage and decided to rent a warehouse to store them temporarily. She'd quietly refurbish and upgrade the machines before finally delivering them to Luo Ye.
Three days passed quickly.
"Hello... Is this Brother Ye? It's Xu Duo, yes, the friend of Brother He Dong."
After receiving the white-haired boss's update, Xu Duo wasted no time in contacting Luo Ye. "I found the machines you need, just as requested. They're practically brand new—purchased by a company that went bankrupt before they could even install them. They've just been delivered to the factory, untouched and still in their packaging. So they're 90% new."
"The asking price is a bit high, though—290,000 each. No room for negotiation. There are three machines. Would you be interested?"
Xu Duo had prepared her pitch in advance, knowing that the refurbishing system could modify details to ensure the machine's history matched her description.
"90% new? Are you sure they haven't been used?" Luo Ye asked, calculating the situation in his mind, tossing out two quick questions.
"Definitely," Xu Duo assured him, sticking to her story. "They've only been delivered to the factory, nothing more. They haven't even been installed yet."
"I see..."
Luo Ye furrowed his brow, still hesitating due to the price. "290,000 is a lot, even for 90% new. It's still second-hand equipment."
"Exactly!" Xu Duo agreed, taking his lead without explaining too much. She sounded like a reliable intermediary just passing on the information. "Of course, the people who bought it from the factory have to make a profit. But here, we're friends, so I'll just take a small commission."
"Don't worry about thanking me. If this works out, I'll treat you to a nice meal."
Luo Ye was convinced by Xu Duo's explanation. He also caught on to the information she was indirectly sharing. "Xu sister, do you think you could talk to them and try to bring the price down a bit?"
"How about this—2.88 million?"
At this point, Xu Duo demonstrated her 'qualified businessperson' qualities. With a look of righteous determination, she replied, "I won't charge for the legwork, since we're all friends. Just treat me to a meal when it's all done."
"Ah… You're too kind."
"Come on, we're friends. He Dong and I go way back."
"Alright, Xu sister, I'm a bit older than you, so I'll accept this favor. 2.88 million, and it's a deal."
"Great!"
Xu Duo couldn't hide her excitement, though her expression remained calm. "We'll have everything ready in three days, and I'll stay in touch."
"Sounds good!"
They exchanged a few more pleasantries. Regardless, the deal was successfully struck.
As for Xu Duo? She would make a net profit of 2.4 million per machine. Her series of "qualified businessperson" operations had paid off immensely. Not only did she manage to conceal the secret of the refurbishing system, but she also solidified her role as a middleman and gained Luo Ye's favor. After all, a 90% new machine saved 30,000 per unit. For Luo Ye, this deal wasn't a loss—though not a huge win, it was still a small profit.
Most importantly, Xu Duo had now opened up a new business avenue, laying a solid foundation for her future development and creating huge potential benefits.
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