Is it worth buying an X5 now?

[Stephen Clark]

Hi. I looked at buying an X5 years ago but my wife would not let me spend the cash.
Now that I have a bit spare (3 kids and a move to NZ made be a bit skint) I have found one for sale second hand which seems to have had little use. I could just buy an tiny Ipod instead but I like the idea of reuse in relation to electronic products. I could also splash the cash and buy a ipod touch and wast countless hours playing on silly games when I could be doing something more productive. So I suppose my main question is - Would an X5 link reliably with my new laptop, provide good quality sound and be worth $100NZ.

If you have the time any other reasons why you think this is a good player would also be great.