Thrust, why are you being unsupportive ? He stated that he wanted to get a good gaming console. Look at the state of it, every state of machinery has its lifespan. Even if you get a ferrari, sooner or later, the engine will start to spoil. But yes unfortunately, xbox 360 has a sport lifespan and if youre lucky its even longer since microsoft design new circuit boards to reduce 3rod failures.

And usually lifespan of console are 5-8 years. If you're waiting for the best xbox360 REVISION, that would probably take another 2-3 years, and unfortunately i reckon the community wont be so hyped about current gen, since game companies will start concentrating about next gen consoles.

So, this is the time to buy game consoles,before it is too late.