Buying Thinkpads from Tigerdirect.com

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siut · #1 Post by **siut** » Fri Jul 16, 2004 6:42 pm

I'm thinking of purchasing the T42 model 2379DXU from Tigerdirect.com. It would save me almost $150 on tax.

I'm wondering if anyone has past experience buying from them. Any advice would be greatly appreciated. Thanks.

Hangfire · #2 Post by **Hangfire** » Fri Jul 16, 2004 6:47 pm

I'd say if you know what you want and they have it in stock, go for it!

G-Man · #3 Post by **G-Man** » Fri Jul 16, 2004 6:49 pm

Why don't you buy from Bill (the owner of this forum). Email him (bill@thinkpads.com). No tax, and great discounts.

Regards,
G-Man

nsuperman86 · #4 Post by **nsuperman86** » Sun Jul 18, 2004 2:46 pm

Well I have never personally used tigerdirect, but I have heard plenty about them. Many people would never go near the place, but yet a lot still buy from there.

they seem to have decent ratings: http://www.resellerratings.com/seller1983.html

however i wouldnt full trust that if i was buying something as expensive as a laptop.

awolfe63 · #5 Post by **awolfe63** » Sun Jul 18, 2004 4:16 pm

I bought the one I am using now from them about 20 months ago. I could not be more pleased.

They tend to be best when they are selling overstock. In my case - I bought a top-of-the line new T23 for $1650 or so after the T30 had pretty much replaced the T23. They have a great off-lease T22 deal going on now for anyone who only needs a basic machine. ($599).

Of course, as a certified geek, I've ordered a new T42 from Bill to replace my perfectly reliable T23...

sktn77a · #6 Post by **sktn77a** » Sun Jul 18, 2004 4:51 pm

This is basically IBM's website price for an express model. Is this new or a refurb? Check this has IBM's full 3 year warranty (not a 1 year warranty or a "tiger direct" warranty). Check with Bill Morrow - you should be able to save a little more from him AND pay no tax.

awolfe63 · #7 Post by **awolfe63** » Sun Jul 18, 2004 5:00 pm

The T23 I bought from Tiger Direct had a full 3-year IBM warranty. Your mileage may vary...

AssPenny · #8 Post by **AssPenny** » Sun Jul 18, 2004 10:19 pm

I always had decent luck with Tiger Direct, i think they would be safe to purchase from.

3bqruk · #9 Post by **3bqruk** » Mon Jul 19, 2004 12:57 am

I recently purchased an off lease T30 P4M 1.9GHZ thinkpad from them
for $899.00 . No problems with order shipping and the machine arrived
in perfect condition for a reburb.

:lo

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