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Buying a tv from Craigslist

Discussion in 'BBS Hangout' started by R0ckets03, Jun 17, 2008.

  1. R0ckets03

    R0ckets03 Member

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    Is this a good idea?

    http://houston.craigslist.org/ele/713511372.html

    I have bought stuff from ebay before, but am not too familiar with craigslist. Also, its a high dollar item that is known to be fragile. So obviously I'm nervous.

    If one of you punks beats me to this thing then I will hunt you down and kick your ass!
     
  2. tinman

    tinman 999999999
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    make sure its not in the hood. that's all. i sell/buy stuff on craigslist all the time. have had no problems.
     
  3. Storm Surge

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    so...anybody every try hooking up with someone on craigslist?
     
  4. yaoluv

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    yes... FAIL
     
  5. Yaozer

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    I've sold many things in Craigslist (no, not my body) and it's worked out just fine. Email the guy/gal and see if you can come over and take a see and if you like it you'll buy it on the spot. That's what most people did with me. Plus if it's a gal, you might get some extra bonus ;)

    My garage house roommate bought a sweet hatchback Honda from Craigslist for cheap and it's working in tip top condition. I guess you just gotta try your luck.
     
  6. Yaozer

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    Watchu talkin bouts? I found my bestfriend, wife, and soul mate there!
     
  7. tinman

    tinman 999999999
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    actually,
    it does say its "NEW". that's questionable, I only buy used stuff from craigslist.
    make sure you test it.
     
  8. Yaozer

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  9. R0ckets03

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    thats what i'm worried about. how can you test an lcd in just a few min? might not have a noticeable crack or something, but something could turn out wrong inside.

    i had finally made peace with getting the samsung ln52a750, but isn't sony better?
     
  10. whoisray

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    I got the same TV from Amazon for about $400 more. Great TV
     
  11. Yaozer

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    Yes, you should've at least gone to check it out... maybe bring tinman with you.
     
  12. tinman

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    Samsung vs Sony is debate that goes on forever.
     
  13. Rockets2K

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    thats true, the quality is near the same but Sony's are normally more expensive so most consider the Samsungs a better deal.
     
  14. Mr. Brightside

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    I like buying from Craigslist, because you can

    #1) see if the seller is legit and not a scammer
    #2) see if the product is actually working to your satisfaction
    #3) save on shipping
     
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    I have that TV. I love it. The question is why are they selling it brand new and for so cheap ? But then again I bought a brand new in box ps3 40gig for $275 from craigslist and it was legit :)
     
  16. Asian Sensation

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    One weird thing is if the tv comes with a 30 day money back guarantee why would the seller be willing to bite the bullet and lose $1500? Might want to have them clarify that.
     
  17. tinman

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    Sony has excelled more on the high-end TVs like the XBRs, however Samsung's high end models are catching up. Their medium level tvs are better values than the Sony's.
     
  18. Yaozer

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    True. I usually just give the girl my next door neighbor's apt # so when she comes I can take a peak to see if she's the same one from the picture before I invite her in...
     
  19. no_answer

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    Maybe they want you to come meet them to buy the t.v. so they can rob you!

    I've sold a lot of stuff and craigslist and i'm almost always uncomfortable meeting up with the buyer, maybe because i'm a girl.

    I've only bought books off craigslist, they worked good. ;)
     
  20. meggoleggo

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    I sold my futon mattresses and a kitchen table on craigslist. I was also nervous - so I made sure someone was home with me when ppl came over to check it out.
     

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