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    Finding a Good Price

    Discussion in 'Apple and Mac OS X' started by Dekabal, Apr 1, 2011.

  1. Dekabal

    Dekabal Notebook Evangelist

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    I really want to get a macbook pro but the main thing holding me back is the price. What are some ways/what are some reputable sites where I can get a good price on a refurbished macbook pro?
     
    Dekabal, Apr 1, 2011
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  2. saturnotaku

    saturnotaku Notebook Nobel Laureate

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  3. SP Forsythe

    SP Forsythe Notebook Evangelist

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    This site keeps pretty good track of the current prices at the major Apple resellers.

    MacPrices.net: Apple Mac, iPad, & iPod prices & reviews; Updated Daily


    You want to keep in mind that some resellers collect sales taxes in your state, while some might not. This can certainly make a difference, as the "lowest price", may not actually cost you the least.

    Myself, being from California, Mac Connection has received my business for the last three Macs I have bought.
     
    SP Forsythe, Apr 1, 2011
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  4. princealyy

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    Apple store is a great place to buy refurbs i have bought a few from them with no issues.
     
    princealyy, Apr 1, 2011
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  5. Kaelang

    Kaelang Requires more Witcher.

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    You won't get a "good" price on a new one unless you can find someone selling them at a discount. You might want to look at refurbished or even used. Apple refurbished laptops are still over priced so your best bet is used.
     
    Kaelang, Apr 1, 2011
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    sugarkang, Apr 4, 2011
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  7. princealyy

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    I was just about to mention that ... Just keep in mind "technically" your supposed to pay the sales tax on your online purchases.
     
    princealyy, Apr 4, 2011
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  8. eivved

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    Found this in slickdeals...
    Apple MacBook Pro 13.3 I5 2.3ghz $999+ tax @ Microcenter In-store pick up only
    click here
     
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  9. peterbz

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    The most you can get is around $100-150 discount. But seriously, you will NOT regret for what you pay for. I recently purchased a MBP13 and the only thing I regret is why I haven't purchased a Mac earlier.
     
    peterbz, Apr 7, 2011
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