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    should i buy SZ from website or brick/mortar store?

    Discussion in 'VAIO / Sony' started by integra891, May 8, 2006.

  1. integra891

    integra891 Notebook Guru

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    I am definitely sure I want either an SZ110/120 or SZ160. I want to know what you guys think about buying from online retailers vs buying from a brick and mortar store like circuit city? My only reason for hesitating buying from an online website is the hassle I may have to go through if I have problems with the system and need to return the system. Although, online prices beat brick store prices hands down, is it worth it to pay more for the convenience of going to the brick store? Also, if you suggest online, which websites are more consumer friendly and are recommended from the ones on pricegrabber? Any help would be greatly appreciated. Thanks.
     
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  2. Valkyrie

    Valkyrie Notebook Consultant

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    I think Portable One is a good online store. I've never dealt with them, but I've been hearing nothing but good about them in this forum.
     
    Valkyrie, May 8, 2006
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  3. MorningZ

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    Yeah? I actually paid $10 less for my SZ120 at CC than Amazon has it listed for..... and i figured that yeah i paid for tax, but i didn't pay for shipping, so it would have come out just about even
     
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    if you can find one of those models at a local store you should pick it up.
     
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  5. FidyYuan

    FidyYuan Notebook Consultant

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    Portableone is a very reliable and helpful company. Buy from them if you are planning to get it online.
     
    FidyYuan, May 8, 2006
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