In today's economy, sometimes it can be hard on the old wallet strings to rush right out and get the latest and greatest Apple product. Thankfully, the lifeline of Macs are able to run for a long time, allowing for users to purchase previous generations of Macs, and still be able to get the same enjoyment and use as those sporting the new editions. Below, we'll show you how you can save on previous generations of Macs, and for our nostalgic readers who might be in to collecting old Macs, a way you can save on those too!
The way to go if you're looking to get your older or refurbished Mac can be straight from the Mac maker itself. The company says that before they put a refurbished Mac, iPod, iPad, iPhone or Apple TV up for sale in Special Deals, the product goes through a strenuous process before it's labeled "refurbished". Some deals include a MacBook Air for $749 or a MacBook for $849.
PowerMax also offers a wide range of new Macs, pre-owned Macs and other special value Macs. The retailer is located in Portland, Oregon, and has been providing Mac service for 25 years. Deals include a used Power Mac G5 PCI with a 1.8 GHz dual processor for $409.00, as well as an iMac G5 for $499.
MacMall is also an authorized Apple reseller with a bevy of Apple closeouts to choose from as well. MacMall has prices that are fairly similar to what Apple offers when it comes to refurbished items, but hey, it can't hurt to have choices right? The Mac Connection also has great prices for students looking to save a buck or two (or a hundred?).
And if you're looking for parts, you want to check out Mac Parts Online. The company sells logic boards, power supplies, LCD screens and more. They also specialize in repair, if you're not exactly the "do-it-yourself" type.
And of course, remember that you can always troll eBay or Craigslist for used Macs and older Mac parts.
akfreeridemtber
August 03, 2011 at 7:00pm
The first statement is true, if I was going to by a refurbished Mac from anyone, it would be form Apple first, before anyone else and wait for shipping...
The last two statements are false ...
The BEST place to purchase USED Mac's is sometimes CL or BB. I purchased my (right after the "i" series release) 2010 13" MBP core 2 duo open box return from BB for $747.00. It has full warranty , etc without having to ship it...... ...and if the item doesn't get sold right away, they drop the price down about once a week, until it gets sold...
I purchased my used Power Mac G5 PCI-X with a 1.8 GHz dual processor, 512mb or ram, 120GB HHD off CL for $200.00 without having to ship it... You can't get $400.00 dollars for an OLD G5 anymore. People are barely getting $200.00 dollars for them on eBay (plus you have to ship it)...
I purchased my a used 1.83 Mac Mini for $425.00 before the first new 2010 Mac Mini was released from CL, without having to ship it...
If you want to Stretch Your Money, and your on a Lean Budget, you learn to shop around...
