Ebay

[justin22g]

I'm looking for a TV upgrade, and I really don't want to pay out the ass for one.

I'm looking for a 42'' to 50'' plasma or LCD.

Has anyone purchased a TV on ebay?

I browsed for a little bit and saw good prices, but I couldn't find a warranty...

 

[vinnie]

You will know better when you get old like me

 

[DR STRANGELOVE]

even though you might save a few hundred bucks, it's not worth the hassle in case there is a problem. Don't get a tv from ebay.

 

[Sleasy77]

even though you might save a few hundred bucks, it's not worth the hassle in case there is a problem. Don't get a tv from ebay.

:iagree: for that matter I wouldnt even get ANYTHING electronic off of Ebay. Just too much risk.

 

[MadJack]

:nono:

 

[Old School]

Sams Club after Christmas..

 

[cavy1]

I used ebay twice and got ripped off twice
No ebay for me

just passing this along

 

[layinwood]

Justin, just go to slickdeals and pay attention for a few days. You will find the deals you won't believe.

 

[Dice34]

I bought monorail tickets that were "supposedly" 50% off, yeah the cheap son of a bitch never sent them......if i ever find that guy, he's minced meat

 

[Scotter]

I have been using eBay for years, just make sure the seller has good feedback and a return policy. You will be fine. Don't just buy from some random donkey.

 

[ppabart]

I've been using "craigslist" lately....and I've found some awesome deals from people in my area on TVs. Best thing.....you can go take a look at the thing before you buy it.

 

[dawgball]

I have been using eBay for years, just make sure the seller has good feedback and a return policy. You will be fine. Don't just buy from some random donkey.

Exactly. I use Ebay quite often. We buy most of our computers, servers, projectors, etc. off of there and have no problems. Just be sure to buy from a reputable seller. We buy only new electronics. Nothing used in any way.

This is how I put it to my father-in-law. If you were walking down the street and there were three stores: Macy's, Rolex, and Joe's XXX Watches -- would you even consider buying from Joe?

Be smart and online shopping is better than in person.

On that note, a used TV is probably something I would not buy on ebay. Costco has them too cheap to make it worth it. And a used TV is probably a ticking time bomb.

 

[dawgball]

I've been using "craigslist" lately....and I've found some awesome deals from people in my area on TVs. Best thing.....you can go take a look at the thing before you buy it.

We buy some on Craigslist, too. We sold our car in 1 day on Craigslist about a year ago. I just bought a guitar form someone on Tuesday from Craigslist. Got a steal on it!

Craigslist does have the advantage of selling locally, so you can see it in person before purchasing.

 

[Keyser Soze]

Hey Dawg.........

What did you pick up?

I have a few guit-boxes lying around the house as well.................

 

[dawgball]

1930s Silvertone with the original cowboy and indians case. Has a great little sound. I think it's as worn in as it's going to get at this point!

 

[ferdville]

I bought a car off of Ebay and had no problems. Of course it was local and I was able to actually see the car, drive it and meet the owner. I have purchased a bunch of stuff from Ebay and have never had a problem. As echoed by others, only buy from people with strong feedback ratings based on many transactions.