I have had my 15-inch C2D MBP for 4 days now. Although I am happy with it, I was having a hard time deciding between the 15 or 17 before I bought. After using the 15, I think I should have gone with the 17. Any chance I can "trade up" and avoid the restocking fee or am I out of luck? I bought it at an Apple Store so, I assume I will have to handle this there as well or can I deal with Apple direct? Thanks.
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You can beg and plead with them by pointing out that you would like to spend more money there, but you may end up being stuck with the restocking fee.
Doesn't hurt to ask...
Doesn't hurt to ask...
Yeah, I had a feeling. Just wanted to get a sense if anyone had been successful in doing this. I am not sure my desire for the 17 is worth 10%.
I've heard of people talking their way out of the restocking fee if they were planning to upgrade on the spot, so I wouldn't immediately assume you're out of luck (what I've heard of is people trading a MB for a MBP). It'll probably depend on the manager, really.
If you have a few apple stores close by, you'll probably be able to talk at least one of 'em into letting you make the trade without the restocking fee. The restocking fee, if it's anything like any other retailer, is really at the manager's discretion.. I've talked my way out of many, even without wanting to pay more to upgrade to something else. I imagine Apple is the same way.