Should I buy a used projector?

[poisonOak]

Should I buy a used NEC NP-M300XS Short Throw Projector for $140 with a new lamp and new filter?

Complete newb, this is for a budget golf simulator. I'm not concerned with image quality too much, just need a short throw on a budget.

Would you recommend a different model? The reason the NEC m300xs looks appealing to me is that is has a new replacement lamp and filter in it.

I appreciate the help. I'd love to keep it under $150.

Any help would greatly be appreciated.

Thanks

[jc523]

Check out projector central:

https://www.projectorcentral.com/NEC-NP-M300XS-projection-calculator-pro.htm

It seems like the mounting distance might be too close, but it depends on your screen size and hitting distance.

[poisonOak]

Thanks for the quick reply!

My plan is to get a 8x8 carls standard screen and hit from a distance of 6-8 feet.

I believe I could place the projcector at 3-4 feet and be ok?