Consider buying new, if SD Water Dept participates in the current rebate program. There is a $300 rebate from southern California water agencies for these models. Not sure of SD water Dept participates but LA DWP does.
You can buy a brand new energy efficient, Consumer reports rated front-load GE washer from Home Depot for $629. You will also save enough compared to a top loader over 3 years to make up the rest of the 300-350 difference (assuming you pay water and electric), resulting in an essentially free washer.
Also, Home Depot and Lowe’s usually offer a rebate resulting in free on delivery/installation (and removal of old model if needed).
