In: Accounting
A machine purchased three years ago for $313,000 has a current
book value using straight-line depreciation of $180,000; its
operating expenses are $32,000 per year. A replacement machine
would cost $228,000, have a useful life of eleven years, and would
require $11,000 per year in operating expenses. It has an expected
salvage value of $77,000 after eleven years. The current disposal
value of the old machine is $88,000; if it is kept 11 more years,
its residual value would be $11,000.
Required
Calculate the total costs in keeping the old machine and purchase a
new machine. Should the old machine be replaced?
Calculation of total cost | |||
Particulars | Keep Old | Replace with New | |
Operating Cost | 352,000 | 121,000 | |
Cost of New Machine | 228,000 | ||
Salvage value of old machine, if sold | (88,000) | ||
Residual Value | (11,000) | (77,000) | |
Total Avoidable Cost | 341000 | 184000 | |
Should the old machine be replaced | Yes | ||