Okay so i have wanted a Colorware PC Macbook Pro for years. Every now and then for as long as i can remember i would go to their website and configure a shiny Black Macbook Pro. I just never ordered it b/c while it looks Amazing on the site, Its EXPENSIVE and i felt happy with my 1st gen intel macbook pro.
However after i graduated college I realized i need a new laptop and finally decided if i dont get one now, i dont think i will ever be in a place where i can splurge on something like this again.
I placed the order on May 10th and finally got it on June 9th. I was told it was a week late because paint jobs on items like the Macbook Pro could take more time than expected. Not sure if i was pleased with that answer, but all i want is good work.
When it arrived, it came the exact same Apple box that it was probably purchased in. Unfortunately when i opened up the box i noticed the panel behind the lcd screen. The top of the laptop where the apple logo is, was full of minute scratches. I mean scratches all over. But the odd thing was when i put my hand over the lid, it was really really smooth.
It looks as they put a polish over the lid on top of the scratches.
Since there is so much shine, you only notice the lid is full of scratches in direct daylight, otherwise you have to be close to the laptop to notice the horrible paintjob done by colorwarepc.
A couple of thoughts ran through my mind, should i just live with this because i cant wait another four weeks and don't have more money for them to fix the problem even if they can. The other thought was is this common for Colorware PC ? Do people who ask for a paintjob get scratched up laptops ? They shouldnt!
So after fully experiencing buyers remorse and kicking myself for ordering from Colorware, i contacted them and they very nicely said they would take care of the issue.
So i guess another week or two i will get the laptop again and fill you in on my experience with Colorware PC with updated pictures on the fix. But from what i am experiencing and feeling right now i would suggest for the money the quality is NOT WORTH it.
UPDATED:
Okay guys so i got back my laptop and i must say they fixed the issues with their prior paintjob. I was told the initial problem occurred due to a bad bag it was originally shipped in.
I am pretty pleased with the final product, i took photos and a video which i uploaded on youtube. I know how hard it is to find live shots of their products.
Here is the link to the youtube video:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=75nDMcsVXEs
However after i graduated college I realized i need a new laptop and finally decided if i dont get one now, i dont think i will ever be in a place where i can splurge on something like this again.
I placed the order on May 10th and finally got it on June 9th. I was told it was a week late because paint jobs on items like the Macbook Pro could take more time than expected. Not sure if i was pleased with that answer, but all i want is good work.
When it arrived, it came the exact same Apple box that it was probably purchased in. Unfortunately when i opened up the box i noticed the panel behind the lcd screen. The top of the laptop where the apple logo is, was full of minute scratches. I mean scratches all over. But the odd thing was when i put my hand over the lid, it was really really smooth.
It looks as they put a polish over the lid on top of the scratches.
Since there is so much shine, you only notice the lid is full of scratches in direct daylight, otherwise you have to be close to the laptop to notice the horrible paintjob done by colorwarepc.
A couple of thoughts ran through my mind, should i just live with this because i cant wait another four weeks and don't have more money for them to fix the problem even if they can. The other thought was is this common for Colorware PC ? Do people who ask for a paintjob get scratched up laptops ? They shouldnt!
So after fully experiencing buyers remorse and kicking myself for ordering from Colorware, i contacted them and they very nicely said they would take care of the issue.
So i guess another week or two i will get the laptop again and fill you in on my experience with Colorware PC with updated pictures on the fix. But from what i am experiencing and feeling right now i would suggest for the money the quality is NOT WORTH it.
UPDATED:
Okay guys so i got back my laptop and i must say they fixed the issues with their prior paintjob. I was told the initial problem occurred due to a bad bag it was originally shipped in.
I am pretty pleased with the final product, i took photos and a video which i uploaded on youtube. I know how hard it is to find live shots of their products.
Here is the link to the youtube video:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=75nDMcsVXEs
