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    How much is my Dell XPS M1530 worth?

    Discussion in 'Dell XPS and Studio XPS' started by blast1412, Aug 3, 2008.

  1. blast1412

    blast1412 Notebook Enthusiast

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    I bought it 24 days ago, the reason I want to sell it is because I realized that I don't like the performance and I can't return it because it passed 21 days return period. The item still in original condition, because it was never brought outdoor since the 1st day.

    This notebook came with:
    -T9300 Intel Core 2 Duo 2.5 GHz processor
    -4 GB RAM
    -256 MB nVidia Ge Force 8600m GT
    -1400x900 LED LCD
    -250 GB 7200 RPM SATA
    -Intel 4965AGN Wireless-N Mini-card
    -Dell 355 Bluetooth Wireless (2.0+ EDR)
    -Integrated Slot-Load 8X DVD+/-RW Drive
    -Full 3 years technical support

    I spent nearly $1800 + tax and shipping for this notebook.
    Before I sell it I want to know how much is it worth so I won't lose too much from what I spent.

    Thanks :)
     
    blast1412, Aug 3, 2008
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  2. XPS1330

    XPS1330 Notebook Deity

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    You could probably get around $1300-1400.
     
    XPS1330, Aug 4, 2008
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  3. ElevenBee

    ElevenBee Notebook Enthusiast

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    Just ordered almost that exact setup last night

    $1371 shipped

    see specs here
     
    ElevenBee, Aug 4, 2008
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  4. awaisuk

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    I think around $1000 maybe. Where are you in Canada or US?
     
    awaisuk, Aug 4, 2008
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    blast1412 Notebook Enthusiast

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    I'm in US. I don't expect so much for the price, but I don't want to sell it below 1000, either. I just want a honest answer of how much people would pay for this, because I've never sold any used notebook before. I'm going to sell it very soon before the price drops any lower.
     
    blast1412, Aug 4, 2008
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  6. psygn

    psygn Notebook Evangelist

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    Will you sell the laptop here or on Ebay/Craigslist?
    Just out of curiousity.
     
    psygn, Aug 4, 2008
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    a817 Notebook Guru

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    Honestly you paid alittle too much, i got the same note book, but with 320gb at 7200 rpm HDD and a 4yr warranty for 1400 + tax (although it was through EPP). I would just keep it since you would loose at least 600 dollars. I do think you can sell that for around 1200 dollars. I would just put it craigslist for like 1250 or something and see if anyone will bite and email you.
     
    a817, Aug 4, 2008
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    blast1412 Notebook Enthusiast

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    Depend on the circumstance, I might put it here or craigslist. Certainly not in eBay. I would not take the risk of low bids. Any advice will be appreciated :)

    I know, but I bought it through Dell.com. I was stupid that time, didn't know some website like slickdeals until my friend told me, of course after I got my laptop. Now I feel so desperate. Even if I keep it, I will not happy with the laptop.
     
    blast1412, Aug 4, 2008
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  9. bikerboy94

    bikerboy94 Notebook Evangelist

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    you prob gonna loose some money. can buy new for much less than you paid.
     
    bikerboy94, Aug 4, 2008
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  10. fairtrade55

    fairtrade55 Notebook Geek

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    I ordered that EXACT setup on 7/24, $1266 + tax. What was wrong with it?

    well...almost exact...my drive was 5400rpm

    Anyway the day I purchased mines I saw almost the exact thing with less service time go for about $1250 on ebay brand new (sealed in box)

    So I'd say you'd probably get around $1100-$1200 for it
     
    fairtrade55, Aug 5, 2008
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