Any people who have bought refurbs regret it afterward? Is there any downside to it that I need to be aware of? Just looking for past experiences from MR refurb experts. 🙂 Thanks!
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Advice needed on buying a refurb from Apple.com
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capriseyhaze
macrumors regular
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i have bought two referbs an imac and a mbp both work great, and not cosmetic defaults.
ViciousShadow21
macrumors 68020
my dad has always had great experiences with it. he bought a refurbished laptop that was totally wrecked (came with bad screen and processor was fried) and they just replaced it with a new one.
Thanks. 🙂 I read the FAQ's on Apple's site, and it looks good. Just making sure there are no horror stories. LOL.
iLog.Genius
macrumors 601
They're certainly horror stories but don't get the wrong idea, you get the same coverage/service you would get with a new computer. Anything wrong with it, you'll get it taken care of.
petermcphee
macrumors 6502a
I agree with the posters above. I bought a refurbished iMac from apple.com. It was fine at first, and later developed a high pitched fan whine. Long story short, I was able to get it replaced.
Refurbished machines are just like new machines. The important things like customer care and warranty are no different.
Even though I had a frustrating (at times) experience, I wouldn't hesitate to buy another refurbished machine from apple.com.
Refurbished machines are just like new machines. The important things like customer care and warranty are no different.
Even though I had a frustrating (at times) experience, I wouldn't hesitate to buy another refurbished machine from apple.com.
I just got my Refurb Unibody Macbook Pro as a refurb less than a month ago. It's perfect. I have non of the problems common in these forums. I have purchased Iphones, Ipods and have recommend the Refurbs to many of my friends. No horror stories yet. I highly recommend it. 😀
My previous macbook pro (classic) was a refurb from the apple online store and apart from a slight buzzing noise from the logic board, everything else was perfect. Had no problems with the screen, or the dreaded 8600m gt time bomb issue. But I eventually sold it on ebay and got the unibody macbook pro. Overall, I recommend buying a refurb especially if you are tight on cash or just want a virtually brand new mac at a bargain price! 🙂
My brother in law has purchased refurbs for several years and other than one having some scratches on the bottom, zero issues. He took that to the Apple store as it did have a bit of a sharp burr or edge to one of them and they replaced for him. I purchased a ipod for a gift and no way to tell it wasn't a new unit.
bagelche
macrumors 6502
As noted, there are always some horror stories with any possible computer purchase, but I am a fan of apple refurbs. I've bought them for myself and for work and have encouraged many others to do the same. They've always been in minty shape.
In sum, you get a like-new machine with a few hundred dollars in saving.
I doubt you'll regret it.
In sum, you get a like-new machine with a few hundred dollars in saving.
I doubt you'll regret it.
I've had first hand experience with a refurb MBP direct from Apple (Early 08). Came and performed as new. No problems yet, either. As someone pointed out, the only downside is no nice box.
I bought my early 2008 MBP as a refurb. It looks and runs like a brand new computer, but without the cost. I'll never buy new again.