FS: MacBook Pro - 15" 2.33GHz + Extras!

[Cerebrum]

I am selling a MacBook Pro along with some stuff i purchased with it through the months I used it. Originally it is being sold on eBay, but frankly eBay has become an infested marketplace which people only trying to scam you, so I wanted to give these forums a try for a change. I will post the original eBay description on here:

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eBay Link: http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=330180065917&ssPageName=ADME:L:LCA:US:1123


Apple MacBook Pro 15.4" + Accessories and Software

I am selling a mint condition MacBook Pro that is only months old. I purchased it right before the summer and it ran me for about $2,675.77. Originally I had purchased this laptop for video editing, but didn't purchase any video editing software until the summer. During the summer, however, I was given a Mac Pro with a copy of Final Cut Studio 2. One week before I received these items, I had purchased a copy of Final Cut Express HD, but since I already have Final Cut Studio 2 for my Mac Pro, I won't be needing Final Cut Express HD. Along with the sale of this machine and some software (listed below), I am including some accessories such as a Logitech Bluetooth Mouse, Apple Keyboard, and a couple of Firewire cables I purchased around the same time I bought Final Cut Express HD this past summer.

A little background on this machine. It was used very lightly during the time I had it. I didn't use it for more that the occasional word processing, email checking, and web browsing since I have a desktop PC which works as my main PC for school and work. My original plans for this machine to be my video editing computer fell through after 1 week of experimenting this since I was given a Mac Pro with Final Cut Studio 2. So now I am in need to sell this machine since I don't need it anymore, and as a college student, I need the money. During the time I did not use it, I kept it in a soft sleeve in a drawer, away from dust and moisture and kept in immaculate condition. The cosmetic condition of this computer is comparable to brand new, as there are no dents, scratches, scuffs, punctures, or any sort of physical damage on the unit.

Alongside with the unit, I purchased the 3 year warranty coverage from AppleCare to further secure my investment, and at this time it has well over 2 years + months of warranty left.

Some specifications of this machine:


15.4-inch (diagonal), 1440 x 900 resolution, TFT widescreen
2.33GHz Intel Core 2 Duo
2GB (two SO-DIMMs) 667MHz DDR2 SDRAM (PC2-5300)
ATI Mobility Radeon X1600 with 256MB of GDDR3 SDRAM and dual-link DVI
120GB Serial ATA; 5400 rpm
6x SuperDrive (DVD+R DL/DVD±RW/CD-RW)
One FireWire 400, one FireWire 800, two USB 2.0 ports, and ExpressCard/34 slot
Built-in iSight camera, DVI, VGA (DVI to VGA adapter included)
Combined optical digital input/audio line in, combined optical digital output/headphone out, stereo speakers, microphone
Built-in 10/100/1000BASE-T (Gigabit)
Built-in 54-Mbps AirPort Extreme (802.11g; 802.11n capable with optional 802.11n enabler); built-in Bluetooth 2.0+EDR
Apple Remote; full-size, illuminated keyboard with ambient light sensor; scrolling trackpad
5.6 pounds
85W MagSafe Power Adapter, AC wall plug, power cord, lithium-polymer battery


Alongside with the laptop itself and the accessories, software, and manuals it comes with in the box, I am including additional accessories:


Logitech Bluetooth Mouse
Apple USB Keyboard (and extension cord)


And, I am including the following licensed software and coverage:


Final Cut Express HD 3.5 (the latest version out)
Microsoft Office 2004 - Student and Teacher Edition (3 Licenses Included)
AppleCare Protection Plan for MacBook Pro



The asking price is decent considering the quality of this product, the additional peripherals, and the software I am including in the sale.

(check listing for pictures)

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The Buy It Now price on eBay in my opinion is decent, mostly because I kept the machine itself in pristine shape and tried hard not to get it damaged in any way. Not only that but all the software titles and extra peripherals.

I am, however, willing to look at offers. So if anyone is willing to make an offer or simply buy out the eBay auction, it would be perfectly fine with me. Please let me know of any questions.

You can email me at C.M.Sevilla@gmail.com or send me a PM to be in touch. Thanks for reading and hopefully I can find a buyer for this item soon.

[jonnylink]

As someone considering a MBP I'd say that your price given the package is reasonable. However, by packaging all that stuff together you are limiting your buyers. The fact of the matter is that people might not be interested in having/paying for all those extras. I don't doubt there is someone who'd like all those things but it's a much smaller pool or buyers and not all of them will be interested in buying yours.

My suggestion is to break up the package. You'll probably get more all together and find more interested buyers.

Bare in mind that while I am trying to be objective I am biased, I'd be interested in the MBP and AppleCare, but not the rest. So if you do decide to break up the package let me know. Otherwise I'll just wish you luck on your sale.

[Cerebrum]

I am willing to break the package, albeit being offered a reasonable price for the MacBook and the insurance itself. Let me know if you're interested in that and we can make a deal.

[Cerebrum]

I will also sell the individual parts too, such as the software titles and the accessories.

[kermit4161]

I am willing to break the package, albeit being offered a reasonable price for the MacBook and the insurance itself. Let me know if you're interested in that and we can make a deal.

What is your asking price for just the MacBook Pro and Applecare?

[Cerebrum]

Someone purchased the whole package, thanks for the tips though.