iPod 30GB Refurb $199?

[Mal]

I'm assuming most people know about Apple's current offer in their refurbished online store (30GB iPods for $199), and I was wondering if this is really the best deal I can expect to get, and how long I probably have to take advantage of it.

Small Dog Electronics has used, "A condition" iPods, same model, for $189, but I think I've decided I'd rather do the Apple one for a few dollars more since it's refurbished instead of just used. Are there any better options though? As a student, I have to try not to spend too much, and this is going to hurt my wallet as it is.

jW

 

[iBookG4user]

I think that is the best deal you can get. A couple months ago my dad bought a used iPod for $230 and now they are selling refurbished ones for $30 less than that and they are basically new while my dad's used one had scratches and music that my dad didn't care for on it.

 

[Kardashian]

Damn the US!

The UK Refurb store is still more expensive that Amazon's brand-new iPods!

 

[CEAbiscuit]

Price Drops=New updates to the line. We can only hope.

 

[rafifreak00]

Wow, that is a dirt cheap deal. Buy it while its hot.

I sold a used 4GB black nano for 140 on eBay... maybe you could resell this one for 200ish?

 

[iBookG4user]

Damn the US!

The UK Refurb store is still more expensive that Amazon's brand-new iPods!

Well then move to the US. I just bought a 60GB Video for $400 a month ago and I certainly hope that they don't come out with a new iPod soon my wallet can't take another hit like that. But alas I think this is the sign of a new iPod that will be coming soon.

 

[ExileinBlonde]

WOW! I would jump on that!!

 

[Mal]

I ordered it. Took the plunge.

Now, I have to decide on a case. Anyone used DLO or Griffin's clear hard cases? I have a flip case for my current iPod, and was considering doing the same, but I'm getting a black iPod now and would like to show it off. I also have a $50 Best Buy gift card that I'll probably use to purchase the case I end up with, but I don't know yet which one will work best for me.

jW

 

[iBookG4user]

I've used a Speck productions hard case and I've been very happy with. I got it at CompUSA it came in a three pack clear, grey and red, it was $29.99.

 

[Mal]

I've seen those for the shuffle, but not the video. I liked the looks of them, though I'd prefer just a clear case. I'm worried about scratches on the case though, I don't want to have to replace it often.

jW

 

[iBookG4user]

oh sorry I meant clear not white.

 

[rockthecasbah]

yeah i sold my 4th gen 20GB mono today to get a refurbed 60GB. I was looking at a 4th gen color but then saw this sale of a 60GB 5th gen for only $299!! $20 more for a 5th gen, i sprung. Ordering my blackie tonight

 

[boiee]

does refurbished mean used and scratched up? i would like to purchase one but not if it is all scratched up..would someone please clarify the conditions of a refurbished ipod for me..thanks

 

[Kardashian]

does refurbished mean used and scratched up? i would like to purchase one but not if it is all scratched up..would someone please clarify the conditions of a refurbished ipod for me..thanks

Every Refurb item I have bought has been brand new.

They are either returns, customer changed their mind - or returned with faults. Apple does them over, fixes the fault - voila, brand new and working once again, with 12 months warranty.

Some companies sell Refurbs as ''could contain slight cosmetic damage'' - but I don't think Apple do. (At least everything I've bought has been new)

 

[Kardashian]

Well then move to the US.

Wish I could! I was going to ... but then I found out the US doesn't let in standard UK-er's anymore.

You need immediate family there

 

[alexstein]

I just ordered one as well. 199 that's a steal for a 30GB iPod.

My old 3G iPod crapped out on me I'm still working with the service center on a warranty issue.

 

[YoYoMa]

That really is a great deal, even if a new Ipod were to come out tmmw.

 

[MattyMac]

That really is a great deal, even if a new Ipod were to come out tmmw.

Yeah man!
Anyone want my 3G check the link in the sig.

 

[ipacmm]

That is a really good deal. I would buy one if I didn't alrady have my 60gb.

 

[Selax77]

Anyone know how long it took for the new ipods in the past to come out after the major price cuts were made?

 

[luckylisp]

Is this the new price on the refurbished 30gbs then I assume? Price won't go up again, do you think? Asking for a friend who is considering buying one, but needs to wait a bit.

 

[shadowmoses]

Is this the new price on the refurbished 30gbs then I assume? Price won't go up again, do you think? Asking for a friend who is considering buying one, but needs to wait a bit.

Yup they will most likely stay at this price point refurb until new iPods are released....Awesome deal I'd plunge if I were in the US,

SHadoW

 

[hulugu]

I just ordered one as well. 199 that's a steal for a 30GB iPod.

My old 3G iPod crapped out on me I'm still working with the service center on a warranty issue.

Hey, alexstein, do you get your iPod yet? I got mine and it's a little scratched, and I wanted to know if others come that way or if I should ask for another.

 

[briansolomon]

I ordered it. Took the plunge.

Now, I have to decide on a case. Anyone used DLO or Griffin's clear hard cases? I have a flip case for my current iPod, and was considering doing the same, but I'm getting a black iPod now and would like to show it off. I also have a $50 Best Buy gift card that I'll probably use to purchase the case I end up with, but I don't know yet which one will work best for me.

jW

just me, but I'm a huge fan of DLO's cases for the iPod across all generations

 

[JRM PowerPod]

I got mine au$309 which is 140 bucks of rrp. But the thing is, it comes in the Apple certified refurbishd box, but i swear that it is new. it was a great deal