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    phone or internet?

    Discussion in 'Dell' started by vindex, Mar 19, 2007.

  1. vindex

    vindex Notebook Guru

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    I've read how some of you have ordered by phone an gotten cheaper or free complete care packages and student discounts. Is there any real advantages (or disavantages) with buying it by phone. or is there no difference.

    thanks,
    p.h.
     
    vindex, Mar 19, 2007
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  2. rbdesign

    rbdesign Notebook Consultant NBR Reviewer

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    When I called, the person talked to his "manager to see if he can get me a better deal" and ended up taking a few more bucks off the price.

    I think it's a worthy call.
     
    rbdesign, Mar 19, 2007
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  3. jetstar

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    Its always a good idea to call and see if you can get a better price.
     
    jetstar, Mar 19, 2007
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    The only diffrence is you speak to a person and if you a smooth talker you might get a free upgrade here or there
     
    mtor, Mar 19, 2007
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    Do you call and tell them the online price you created or just call...when i set it up with the $400.00 discount, is it possible for them to come up with a better then coupon price??
     
    MetFan, Mar 19, 2007
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    phone -

    you can't bargain with a screen.
     
    Sirius_GTO, Mar 19, 2007
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