Bought used 21.5 i3, but have a ?

[iFalcon]

Hi -

I picked(local) up a 6 month old iMac 21.5 i3 with 8 gigs of RAM for 750 about 3 weeks ago. I thought this was a pretty good price considering they are $930 on the Apple refurb store. It included everything except the box.

However, I noticed the screen has the infamous grey/black blotchy spots in the up left corner and a couple more towards the center. I typically only notice it during bootup or if the screen is a white background.

My question is will Apple give me a bad time taking in for an inspection of the screen if I bought it used? It has warranty though November 2011.

Any advice of how to approach them on this issue? I suppose it's luck of the draw if they would consider replacing the screen since machine is perfectly funtional.

Thanks.

 

[jenzjen]

No, Apple will not treat you any differently than the original owner, as the warranty is tied to the machine not the owner. Make an appointment and see what happens.

 

[Vantage Point]

As mentioned the warranty goes with the computer not the owner. I would register it first online, then give a call.

 

[iFalcon]

Apple replaced the screen without any questions. The new one screen is great color with no noticable yellow tint.

I know it's not top of the line, but for 750 feel we did well.

 

[Vantage Point]

That's pretty good. Apple service really comes through. Plus, you can always still buy Apple Care before it is a year old.