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mojopixel

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Hello,

I was thinking of getting a refurbished MBP. The main thinking behind this is that a refurbished model will a) save me money and b) be less likely to have something go wrong with it. How many here think that getting a refurb mac would be better than getting a new mac?

cheers,

mp :cool:
 
So many threads....so little time to search..

There are many, many, many threads on this topic.

I go with refurbs unless I want a CTO option that I cannot do myself - ex. CPU upgrade in MBP/iMAC. And I like saving the $300-400.
 
i got a refurbished ibook close to two years ago for those same reasons. couldn't be happier. the only problem i've had was that the battery was recalled about a year ago. i always recommend buying refurb
 
Hello,

I was thinking of getting a refurbished MBP. The main thinking behind this is that a refurbished model will a) save me money and b) be less likely to have something go wrong with it. How many here think that getting a refurb mac would be better than getting a new mac?

cheers,

mp :cool:

I think refurbs are fine. I usually don't buy them because I can get either an EDU or an EPP discount so the refurbs would only save me $50-$100.
 
I've already purchased a number of refurbished items from Apple over a past year. I had a MacBook model that was flawless right out of the box, I ordered an iMac 20" that came in great condition, and now I just ordered a MacBook Pro from the refurbished section which should be coming in a few days.

Without a doubt you'll save a good amount of money and the chances for any problems decreases a bit compared to new models. That's in my opinion of course. Good luck!
 
I have nothing but good things to say about Apple refurbs, as well. My first mac, a G5, lasted me YEARS, and my current machine is a 20" Aluminum iMac, which I also bought refurbed. Both have been amazing.
 
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