After getting upset that I didn't pull the trigger on the previous $750 off $1999 deal in early January, and henceforth missing out on a 9300 with UXGA and the 6800 straight from Dell, I decided to give eBay a look.
I've had very good luck with eBay in the past, I've bought numerous small things and even a DLP TV, and never been ripped off. I saw an auction (#6841857724) that listed just about everything I wanted, save for the 9 cell battery, for $1500 + $60 shipping. This came out to just about what the system would have cost me straight from Dell, but also included a 3 year warranty! It was also described as sealed in box; an unwanted x-mas gift.
I hemmed and hawed for about a half hour and hit buy-it-now. Good communication with the seller and exactly one week later it was in my hands, exactly as described.
To those of you who want UXGA and a 6800 without having to step up to 9400/E1705 prices, check eBay!
Just remember to thoroughly check the seller. My seller had 100% positive feedback over 125ish auctions, and feedback was left for HIM by people with many positive feedback themselves.
I've had very good luck with eBay in the past, I've bought numerous small things and even a DLP TV, and never been ripped off. I saw an auction (#6841857724) that listed just about everything I wanted, save for the 9 cell battery, for $1500 + $60 shipping. This came out to just about what the system would have cost me straight from Dell, but also included a 3 year warranty! It was also described as sealed in box; an unwanted x-mas gift.
I hemmed and hawed for about a half hour and hit buy-it-now. Good communication with the seller and exactly one week later it was in my hands, exactly as described.
To those of you who want UXGA and a 6800 without having to step up to 9400/E1705 prices, check eBay!
Just remember to thoroughly check the seller. My seller had 100% positive feedback over 125ish auctions, and feedback was left for HIM by people with many positive feedback themselves.
