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    Is This A Good Deal for....

    Discussion in 'Apple and Mac OS X' started by skjnoble, May 6, 2008.

  1. skjnoble

    skjnoble Notebook Guru

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    $1,250.00 and does anyone see why I wouldn't be able to purchase the Apple Care Protection Program and use it on this computer?

    Item Specifics - Apple Laptops
    Condition: Used Processor Type: Intel Core Duo
    Product Family: MacBook Pro Processor Speed (per Core): 2 GHz
    Screen Size: 15 inch Processor Configuration: Dual Core
    Operating System: Mac OS X 10.5, Leopard Memory (RAM): 2 GB
    Primary Drive: DVD+/-RW Hard Drive Capacity: 80 GB

    You are bidding on a mint condition Macbook Pro 15" 2.0 Ghz Dual Core Duo machine. This laptop has been babied with zero scratches, pristine screen and upgraded RAM (2GB). I do have the original box, and you have the option of having me ship the laptop in that, or in an Apple certified shipping container (both are pictured). Below are the specs on the machine ...
    2GHz Core Duo Processor
    15" Matte Screen
    Backlit Keyboard
    Superdrive, DVD-R/RW / CD-RW
    DVI Out
    2 x USB ports
    2GB RAM
    80GB Hard Drive
    Built in iSight Camera
    Apple Remote
    Leopard Installed via Family Pack, so no discs included
    Original Paperwork and Restore discs.
    All Updates applied.

    Shipping inside the US is Free of Charge, Expedited 3-Day Shipping is 25.00, International shipping is 70.00 via trackable and insured method. Buyers with 0 Feedback and International buyers must contact me before bidding or using Buy It Now. I accept Paypal only, and Immediate Payment is required. I only ship to CONFIRMED addresses, please do not ask me to ship to an unconfirmed address. I will cancel any purchase for to failure to comply with these conditions. I apologize to legit bidders, but scammers have tried to get another item from me three times in the last 3 weeks. These items are for both the buyer and my own protection.
    Happy Bidding


    Return policyItem must be returned within: 7 Days

    Refund will be given as: Money Back

    Return policy details: Refunds inside 7 days on DOA/Damaged items only if Insurance is purchased. Item is As-Is if insurance is not purchased.

    A BIG HUGE THANKS! :)
     
  2. system_159

    system_159 Notebook Deity

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    No. not really a great deal. It's a Core Duo model which is old and prone to problems. For 300 more you can get a refurb of the newest model from the apple store with warranty.
     
  3. ageezee

    ageezee Notebook Consultant

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    thats not a good deal at all...i'd stay away from the core duo's unless it is really cheap and under apple care still...I went through 3 before i just ended up returning it...and like system said, you can get a refurb for close to that amount of the newest model....also I dont think you can purchase apple care once the original warranty has expired. I also vaguely remember seeing the 1st gen core2duos refurb for $1299??? keep an eye on the apple refurb store as they constantly change stock.
     
  4. fsucesar

    fsucesar Notebook Consultant

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    they are both right...im waiting until the summer to pick up a nice refurbed mbp...
     
  5. skjnoble

    skjnoble Notebook Guru

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    Thanks a lot everyone!!