Question about resale value for MBP 13

[nyc999]

It appears that macs have good resale value. If I buy a MBP 13 i5 4g/320gb now and want to sell it in one year, how much can I realistically expect in return at that time, assuming that I use it couple of hours every day and keep it in good working condition.

 

[alust2013]

Honestly, it depends on where you live and what the market is there. I'd check your local craigslist (or equivalent) and ebay to see what similar models go for after about a year.

 

[nyc999]

Honestly, it depends on where you live and what the market is there. I'd check your local craigslist (or equivalent) and ebay to see what similar models go for after about a year.

mostly the usual stuff like web browsing, youtube, photos editing, etc.

I have a 4 year old dell laptop now that has been pretty good to me for the most part but I am ready for a change.

 

[deadwulfe]

You didn't even read what alust2013 wrote...

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[andy.barron]

If you only want it for a year, I would hold off to save for what you actually need.

IMO I would say any Mac from purchase will see you well for 3-5 years if it does what you need at time of purchase.

Hope that helps🙂

 

[GGJstudios]

You didn't even read what alust2013 wrote...

I believe the OP is asking a general question about the resale value of MBPs, which is permitted. The OP doesn't yet own the MBP in question, so they're not asking for a price to sell it.

 

[deadwulfe]

True enough. I think I just got blindsided by the completely unrelated response.

 

[aluren]

Just check eBay or CL...