I posted this a while ago. Obviously alot has changed since May. How much do you think I could fetch for this same Powerbook now? I am definitely looking to sell it now.
Hello!
Late last November, I bought a 1.67ghz 15 inch high res Powerbook DL (i know.. i know.. the MBP was coming.. but I needed it). I love it!.. but at the same time I'm tempted to sell it and buy a MBP as my job requires me to be mobile, and our offices of course use Windows Server, XP, Exchange which I not only need to access, but administer on occasion. Being able to boot to OSX, or XP off a MBP would make integration w/ my office easier. (please let me know if you think selling the PB and buying a MBP is an unwise decision, and why)
If anyone would like to offer up their opinion on how much I would be able to sell it for, and the best method to do so (craigslist, ebay, here?) I’d really appreciate it!
About the PB: Pretty much perfect condition. I've taken near obsessive care of it (I use iKlear on the screen when needed). As well as upgraded the RAM and HD. Aesthetically it looks near brand new. It’s been more of a portable Desktop since I haven’t traveled as much since I got it (it just sits on the iCurve stand and it’s attached to a 20in Cinema display.. I purchased Applecare for it as well, which I the potential buyer would inherit w/ the computer.
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Here are the specs of my Powerbook:
15.2 Inch Powerbook DL (5,8)
1440 x 960, high res, TFT 15.2 inch widescreen display
1.67 Ghz G4 Processor
1.5 GB of DDR2 RAM (512MB Apple original, 1GB Crucial RAM upgrade)
100 GB, 7200rpm HD (Upgrade Apple Cert. from 80GB 5400rpm original)
128 MB ATI Mobility Radeon 9700 Video
8x Dual Layer Super Drive
Analog/Digital Optical Audio In and Out
(A $15 toslink cable from the PB to a HT or 5.1 receiver really does make an enormous difference. I can't believe Apple doesn't tout this feature more.)
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Obviously it also has:
Bluetooth 2.0, Airport Extreme, FW 400&800 ports, Backlit keyboard. and all the other standard features of this model PB.
As far as extras and software:
Buyer would inherit the Applecare coverage which I bought and activated in March.
I have the original box, manuals, Restore DVDs, etc.
A Tucano Second Skin Neoprene case
1 iLife 06 Retail DVD, and Office 2004 which I purchased (Legal, will come w/ serial & Box, etc.)
I also have a 30GB iPod photo that I have been looking to sell, which I would consider including for a discount.. though it may be best to just sell it separately
Thanks!!
-Chad
Hello!
Late last November, I bought a 1.67ghz 15 inch high res Powerbook DL (i know.. i know.. the MBP was coming.. but I needed it). I love it!.. but at the same time I'm tempted to sell it and buy a MBP as my job requires me to be mobile, and our offices of course use Windows Server, XP, Exchange which I not only need to access, but administer on occasion. Being able to boot to OSX, or XP off a MBP would make integration w/ my office easier. (please let me know if you think selling the PB and buying a MBP is an unwise decision, and why)
If anyone would like to offer up their opinion on how much I would be able to sell it for, and the best method to do so (craigslist, ebay, here?) I’d really appreciate it!
About the PB: Pretty much perfect condition. I've taken near obsessive care of it (I use iKlear on the screen when needed). As well as upgraded the RAM and HD. Aesthetically it looks near brand new. It’s been more of a portable Desktop since I haven’t traveled as much since I got it (it just sits on the iCurve stand and it’s attached to a 20in Cinema display.. I purchased Applecare for it as well, which I the potential buyer would inherit w/ the computer.
-
Here are the specs of my Powerbook:
15.2 Inch Powerbook DL (5,8)
1440 x 960, high res, TFT 15.2 inch widescreen display
1.67 Ghz G4 Processor
1.5 GB of DDR2 RAM (512MB Apple original, 1GB Crucial RAM upgrade)
100 GB, 7200rpm HD (Upgrade Apple Cert. from 80GB 5400rpm original)
128 MB ATI Mobility Radeon 9700 Video
8x Dual Layer Super Drive
Analog/Digital Optical Audio In and Out
(A $15 toslink cable from the PB to a HT or 5.1 receiver really does make an enormous difference. I can't believe Apple doesn't tout this feature more.)
-
Obviously it also has:
Bluetooth 2.0, Airport Extreme, FW 400&800 ports, Backlit keyboard. and all the other standard features of this model PB.
As far as extras and software:
Buyer would inherit the Applecare coverage which I bought and activated in March.
I have the original box, manuals, Restore DVDs, etc.
A Tucano Second Skin Neoprene case
1 iLife 06 Retail DVD, and Office 2004 which I purchased (Legal, will come w/ serial & Box, etc.)
I also have a 30GB iPod photo that I have been looking to sell, which I would consider including for a discount.. though it may be best to just sell it separately
Thanks!!
-Chad