Used Macbook from ebay

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Used Macbook from ebay

I recently bought an used Macbook (not Pro) for $220 from ebay. Its a 2007 model, the seller installed some latest Softwares and upgraded Memory, Harddisk, superdrive. I've had no issues with the machine so far. Cosmetic wise as well its excellent with no cracks, smudges or chips anywhere. Battery as expected from an used laptop, stand for max 2 hrs without being plugged in - no complaints there. I already have a Macbook Pro that I purchased directly from Apple stpre and I knw it gets heated a lil bit if I keep it on bed. The same behaviour with this laptop as well.

I was wondering how they can sell a wonderfully working laptop so cheap?Can somone tell me wht could be the catch here?

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MacBook, Mac OS X (10.6.8)

Posted on Dec 5, 2013 4:35 PM

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shldr2thewheel

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Dec 5, 2013 4:42 PM in response to Ammsan

Ammsan wrote:

I was wondering how they can sell a wonderfully working laptop so cheap?Can somone tell me wht could be the catch here?

Thanks.

its an almost 7 year old computer. Also, it's an auction site so the highest bidder wins. If no one lese is bidding and their is no reserve, you can get is cheaply.

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John Galt

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Dec 5, 2013 4:49 PM in response to Ammsan

You got a very good deal, especially if its memory and HD have been upgraded. The going rate for your model MacBook is greater than $220, it's more like $300 and up, $500 or more for those in excellent condition.

Macs hold their value.

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Ammsan Author

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Dec 5, 2013 4:50 PM in response to shldr2thewheel

I din bid.. It was Buy it now option..

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Dec 5, 2013 4:51 PM in response to Ammsan

no one has any way of knowing why you got it for the price you did.

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Ammsan Author

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Dec 5, 2013 4:53 PM in response to John Galt

I know! And thats y I was wondering what else I should check in this machine. 🙂 I got a week more for return, so was chking if any1 could throw some light. 🙂

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John Galt

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Dec 5, 2013 5:08 PM in response to Ammsan

It's a steal. I doubt that the seller included its original System Install DVD because approximately 0% of eBay sellers do, and sellers who include everything that should be included command a premium price, sometimes hundreds more. Empty Mac cardboard boxes alone sell from $20 to $40.

You can purchase a replacement disc from Apple. You should do that. Call the phone number in the Apple Online Store. The price is reasonable; $25 or so. Apple will need your MacBook's serial number: MacBook: How to find the serial number. Explain that you need a replacement set of original discs and do not give up until you speak to someone who understands what you require.

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Ammsan Author

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Dec 5, 2013 5:45 PM in response to John Galt

But how can I make sure, the parts are not original?

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John Galt

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Dec 5, 2013 6:18 PM in response to Ammsan

Parts such as RAM and hard disks are generic. They don't have to be original, and it's probably a good thing that the HD is not. A seven year old HD would be nearing its life expectancy, if not already beyond it.

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