Funny that they should release this now.

For about 15 years Meguiar's sold the Porter Cable 7424 rebranded as the Meguiar's G100. A couple of years ago we asked PC to increase the power/torque of the machine, increase the speed a bit, add a "D" handle instead of the stick handle, and alter the case material so it was a bit more comfortable in the hands. They said no so we introduced our own machine about 18 months ago, the G110. Guess they decided we were right after all. Except they kept the stick handle.

That said, I'm sure it's an excellent tool - my original PC 7424 (NOT a Meguiar's branded tool, by the way) still does an outstanding job for me after several years of use and abuse.

For those of you have wondered about acquiring a tool like this, I highly recommend one. Whether this 7424XP, the G110 or even an orginal 7424 you might find on closeout someplace, GET ONE. They're fantastic and make life so much easier. There are a wide variety of consumer and pro level products than can be used to great effect with one of these, and both the Meguiar's and Lake Country buffing pads are widely available online.

Go on. You know your Crossfire deserves it.