Product review (4 stars): Im satisfied with its performance
I didn't buy this washer, but it came with the house we bought so I've owned it for a little over a year. I believe it is a 2009 model based on some manufacturer's labels on the inside but unsure of when it was purchased new.  Overall, Im satisfied with its performance. When we moved in, the washer did have the mildew smell that I just couldn't get rid of, even after a few "cleaning cycles" w/ bleach and/or baking soda.  A few months ago it started making these bad grinding noises and emitting a burnt plastic smell when spin cycling.  Me being a DYI'er, I decided to take it apart to see what the matter was.  The machine is fairly simple to disassemble, however to get to the common failure mode the machine has to be pretty much completely disassembled. The metal drum is enclosed in a water tight plastic two part tub and is mounting on the rear to a cast aluminum mount called the "spider".  This aluminum spider mount is internal to the plastic tub enclosure therefore is in contact w/ the water/detergent.  Without delving into the science of it... hot water, detergent and aluminum (especially cast aluminum) isn't long lasting.  This metal part eventually degrades and brakes.  This will cause the drum to become off balanced loaded and spin cycling, and will rub on the plastic tub (hence burnt plastic smell).  If left too long, drum will wear a hole in tub and cost you more to replace.  All in all, a new spider was ~$60, I installed new seals while it was apart ~$20, and a new silicone rubber boot (at door) for ~$80.  Hopefully I'll get a few more years out of this machine.  Lastly, ALWAYS keep the door open when not in use to that the insides can air dry.  If not, you're creating a great environment for mildew growth and accelerated corrosion (of spider).