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Bought iPhone on eBay, good deal?
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Posted by: ajdude101

Hey, I just bought an iPhone on eBay. I didn't want the data plan at all and didn't know if I could get an iPhone 3g without one somehow. But anyway, did I get ripped off?

http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dl...:MEWN:IT&ih=012

Thanks

EDIT: And does anyone know if the iPhone 2g's price will drop (on ebay) after the launch of 2g?

Posted by: nasa25

thats a bit steep for a used 8gb given what others have been fetching....

Posted by: Softwaregenie07

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Originally Posted by nasa25

thats a bit steep for a used 8gb given what others have been fetching....

The market share has gone up a good bit on first Generation.So for the price of a used one he panned out fairly well.There are several that are ending at around the 400 - 450 mark.Some are locked, some are used.
I think you made out just fine.Hold on to it, as the market for first Generation will hold its weight.Allot of people do not want to switch their plans or do not have att coverage in their area and are sticking to their carrier of choice.That being said.The 3G iphone seperates itself from the 1st Gen only by GPS & 3G (From what we have been told).1st Gen will be able to get all the cool applications that the 3G can tote (Minus the GPS apps)

Posted by: tenorsaw

The only bad move that the OP made was asking after already buying it. It's too late regardless of what we say.

Anyway, I don't think you got ripped off.

Posted by: Heavy Fluid

I think that is a pretty good deal. Already unlocked and jailbroken ( I know that stuff is free, but not everyone wants to do it), all the original stuff and a case for it? Not bad at all.

Posted by: nasa25

Maybe market values have gone up in the past week or so because I saw 8gb devices fetching 320-350 on ebay. Haven't looked in the past little while tho. The 16gb's are fetching rediculous amounts tho.

Posted by: tigres013

Not a bad price at all. I just bought a backup 16gb off craigslist new for 450. The prices are really all over, you just need to look around.

I figured that having the 16gb around might be a good idea as I have no intention of going to the 3g model.

Posted by: ajdude101

Thanks

He told me it was purchased in March and that the warranty was still on it. Is the warranty void since I bought it on eBay?

Posted by: misha24

Well I sold my 8gb back in early May for $400 and I waited till the announcement since I know what the 3g price is and what it will have I decided to get a cheaper iphone back on ebay. I searched for 8gb for around $250 which I would believe is a good deal. Well I came across a guy that was willing to sell it for $250 but then forgot that he listed it as 8gb but it was actually a 4Gb Iphone. I verified the warranty ends in late August of this year. I got it for $190 and its just the iphone itself as he kept everything else but I don't care as I have a usb cable to charge. It was in perfect condition. That is a deal but not $380 in my opinion. Locked or unlocked doesn't make a difference anymore since its easy to unlock.

Keep in mind warranty and also the battery drainage issue since most of the ones on sale are closer to the 1 year mark. Even with an extra Applecare warranty I think it doesn't cover battery drainage issues.

Mike

Posted by: butthead440

not bad of a deal as long as everything is in working
order

Posted by: Softwaregenie07

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Originally Posted by nasa25

Maybe market values have gone up in the past week or so because I saw 8gb devices fetching 320-350 on ebay. Haven't looked in the past little while tho. The 16gb's are fetching rediculous amounts tho.

The market has actually been fluctuating. As of right now they are selling for roughly $250 - $350. Last week they were going for at least $400 . The 16GB's are selling for $650 - $745.
Im a power seller on ebay , so I try to stay well informed of whats hot and whats not. But you might be on point as allot have gotten a whiff of what is around the corner and there are not that many used iphones that were being sold a week ago.

Posted by: Softwaregenie07

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Originally Posted by ajdude101

Thanks

He told me it was purchased in March and that the warranty was still on it. Is the warranty void since I bought it on eBay?

The warranty is transferable.Meaning you register an account with the apple.com store and then register the serial number.He needs to un register it on his end.Then you will be covered.
If you have any trouble with the phone, just tell them it was a gift and you should have no problems what so ever.
Make sure you re-lock the phone before you send it to apple if you need repairs ,because unlocked phones are voided by default.

Posted by: nfl46

You definitely didn't get ripped off. NOW, if you would have paid $481 for a used one, that's a different story.

Posted by: Xarlon

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Originally Posted by Softwaregenie07

The market has actually been fluctuating. As of right now they are selling for roughly $250 - $350. .

I don't know which Ebay you're looking at but I just did a quick search and found 2 phones in that price range, both had shattered screens. The one's in good condition are selling for 400 and up so the OP got a good deal. New and refurb 8 gigs are 500-600. ALso saw a lot of auctions where the titles say "Awesome or Mint Condition" but when you click on the picture the phone has scratches. I noticed that the OP's auction shows a blurry picture of the back of the phone. Would be interesting if you report back after receiving phone and let us know if was as described...

Posted by: mikelliott

Wow ! I was going to sell my 8gb for $150 to a guy at work, now I see why he keeps asking about it. Maybe I'll put it on eBay and see if I can get over $300.

Posted by: ianturner

mine 8gb is pretty scratched on the back but phone is still 100% functional and i am hoping to get around 200-225 for it

Posted by: ajdude101

Hey everyone. I found out that the phone pictured on the description were not his by clicking on the top pictures. It sends me to another person's listing, meaning he just copy and pasted the description. I asked him about it and he said he made a mistake. I told him I didn't want it anymore. So now I snagged this one:

http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dl...:MEWN:IT&ih=010

Just looking at his feedback I am pretty sure it will be good. But I just hope it is under warranty.

Posted by: Softwaregenie07

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Originally Posted by Xarlon

The same ebay I log on every day to check products that I am selling.As I have stated there are several auctions THIS WEEK that have ended a little lower than last week. you are talking about REFURBS/NEW not used.Most of the used ones are selling at the lower price point this week :
http://search.ebay.com/search/searc...6fsoo%3D2&fgtp=
click the link and see for yourself.The price point for USED iPhones has dropped this week for selling only in the USA ,even the price point for international sales only pinpoint $350- $450
Not the $550 - $600 a week ago (FOR USED DEVICES).I dont do quick searches.I powersell , so I am well informed on what goes on in the market on ebay.

Posted by: Superduper117

i "sold" my Iphone 8Gb about a week ago for 200 (no money collected yet) the nice thing is that he will wait till i can get the new one.

but do you think i sold it for the "right" price or did i get hosed?

http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b...07/IMG_0429.jpg

http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b...07/IMG_0426.jpg

Posted by: Softwaregenie07

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Originally Posted by Superduper117

i "sold" my Iphone 8Gb about a week ago for 200 (no money collected yet) the nice thing is that he will wait till i can get the new one.

but do you think i sold it for the "right" price or did i get hosed?

http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b...07/IMG_0429.jpg

http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b...07/IMG_0426.jpg

The way I see it is if you get at least $200.00 for your iphone , then you are doing excellent!
I have one that was recently replaced with a new iphone ,which sits in my desk drawer for later selling purposes.I paid a total of $425.00 from Apple (Paid for the overnight shipping option as well)Back in September.So If I make $200.00 when I sell it then I am doing good.If I were you , I would have held onto it until the release of the new iPhone.Regardless of what people say, there are several people that will not be able to get one because they do not want to leave their current plan or they revert back to ebay to purchase the 1st Gen iPhone because of the easy method of unlocking.There still shows no signs of even the software being tapped into (Although this is only a matter of time).

Posted by: shivers316

I just got an awesome deal on a 1g too. I just traded some guy my 8gb iPod Touch + $100 for a mint 8gb iPhone.

Posted by: Xarlon

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An analyst for Oppenheimer claims that AT&T is going to be shelling out $325 for each and every iPhone 3G it sells, compared to an average of $200 for other devices on the carrier's shelves. What's more, devices sold in Apple stores (as opposed to AT&T stores) will cost AT&T another $100 for some reason, bringing the grand total to $425 -- not including the $199 or $299 the customer is paying for the 8GB and 16GB models, respectively

http://www.engadgetmobile.com/2008/...a-and-beatings/

So for an 8 gig it'll be 199+325+175 ETF for total of 699 +taxes?. Sounds like resellers are going to have a tough time with Gen2. I think Sofwaregenie07 is right. The 1st gen will probably be going up in value.

Posted by: MrDumbDumb

WOW, you got a very very good deal. Congratulations. The only and really only benefit that the 3G iphone has over the 2.5G is better speakers. Honestly, everything else is a downgrade, and you will see when you get one in your hands.

Posted by: Superduper117

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Originally Posted by MrDumbDumb

WOW, you got a very very good deal. Congratulations. The only and really only benefit that the 3G iphone has over the 2.5G is better speakers. Honestly, everything else is a downgrade, and you will see when you get one in your hands.

hmm? how do you figure?

Posted by: misha24

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Originally Posted by butthead440

not bad of a deal as long as everything is in working
order

Works great I wouldn't be saying this if it wasn't. It was taken cared of.

Mike

Posted by: daveop

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Originally Posted by MrDumbDumb

Or the GPS, or the data rate, or the signal strength (Presumably, in a 3G covered area)?

Posted by: phil325

i think that its not tooo bad...its got all the extra cords and what not plus the phone seems like its in good condition?

Posted by: osteez

You should have looked on craigslist, they're going for under 300. I saw a 16GB for 225 used for only a month.

Posted by: TenTwelve

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Originally Posted by nasa25

I sold my refurb'd 8gb on eBay back on May 26th for $445. *shrug*

Posted by: Red Setter

I just bought a 16GB "Gently used" for $450 on eBay and thought I got a good deal.

Somehow, even with the new 3G release imminent I don't see the prices on the v1's changing all that much

Posted by: Wide_opeN

I currently am selling mine

http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dl...em=260255711721

Hope I get at least 399.99.

Posted by: Heavy Fluid

Wow. $399 for a refurb? Good luck.

Posted by: Superduper117

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Originally Posted by Wide_opeN

I currently am selling mine

http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dl...em=260255711721

Hope I get at least 399.99.

great sales pitch

Posted by: Xarlon

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Originally Posted by Wide_opeN

I currently am selling mine
Hope I get at least 399.99.

If it's as clean as you describe, then I'd take some clear pictures of the back and sides to show bidders. The 8 gig refurbs in great condition are going for over 400.00 You should get closer to 500.00. as long as you have the box and accessories.

Posted by: asnpcwiz

I don't know why anyone would buy a iPhone off ebay right now. Wait 2-3 weeks when they'll be plenty of them on ebay...first iPhone adopters moving onto the 3G will definitely create a huge supply on ebay. Bank on it.

In addition, you do realize that you could get a new iPhone 3G 8GB $375 right? Go to the store and pay $199 when it comes out, then pay the $175 ETF...viola, a brand new iPhone 3G for less than you just paid for a used one.

Posted by: Xarlon

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Originally Posted by asnpcwiz

you could get a new iPhone 3G 8GB $375 right? Go to the store and pay $199 when it comes out, then pay the $175 ETF...viola, a brand new iPhone 3G for less than you just paid for a used one.

That all sounds good, but they have already released details on this. They say you must return the phone if canceling before the 30 day trial period is up. They haven't said what the penalty fee will be if you keep the phone but it will probably be more than the ETF if canceling before the 30 day period. If you cancel service after the 30 days is up you can keep the phone and pay the ETF along with one month of service and internet for an extra 70-80 plus 35 activation fee plus taxes which comes to a little over 500.00.

Posted by: tigres013

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Originally Posted by asnpcwiz

I don't know why anyone would buy a iPhone off ebay right now. Wait 2-3 weeks when they'll be plenty of them on ebay...first iPhone adopters moving onto the 3G will definitely create a huge supply on ebay. Bank on it.

In addition, you do realize that you could get a new iPhone 3G 8GB $375 right? Go to the store and pay $199 when it comes out, then pay the $175 ETF...viola, a brand new iPhone 3G for less than you just paid for a used one.

You are missing the greatest hurdles...

1. 2 year plan commitment
2. 15+/month additionally to get the 3g (big woop)
3. No current way to know if it is unlockable, not to mention JB'able. Even if it is, can't get t-mo's 1700mghz band anyway.
4. Many, including myself are quite pleased with the first gen.

5. 2.0 update will be givin to all, hence I will get everything 3g users get, with exception of the 3g and stripped GPS, again IMO this is not a big deal for me.
6. With the limited availability of the 1st gen the prices will rise not fall after the release IMO, in fact I think I got a great deal at 400 for a 16GB, mint in an open box. Bought as a backup

7. Supply and demand economics, as the 3g will flood the market, demand for the 1st (essentially same handset) will rise as many will cling to it.

Flame away kids it's Friday, and I can take it.

Posted by: asnpcwiz

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Originally Posted by tigres013

7. Supply and demand economics, as the 3g will flood the market, demand for the 1st (essentially same handset) will rise as many will cling to it.

Flame away kids it's Friday, and I can take it.

Oh boy oh boy...here we go:

1. What 2 year commitment? As I stated, PAY THE ETF...you don't have a contract anymore. And until ATT releases prices otherwise, you should go with what the prices are now...$175 for ETF. (Add $199 for the 8 GB and you get around $375 for the newer phone)
2. Speculation...prices for iPhone plans are not out yet.
3. True, but as mentioned in many places, the v.2 software is expected to address all jailbrake iPhones, so even you v.1 phones may be in danger.
4. Sure, it's a good device.
5. Your opinion. I live in DC, 3G will be a world of a difference compared to EDGE.
6. Yes, because it's old.
7. You completely contradict yourself. If you are right and "3G will flood the market" and therefore supply will increase and overall demand for iPhones will decrease. That means overall prices will go down buddy.

All iPhone owners out there need to be realistic. There is a very good possibility that your phone's value will crash when the new phones come out because the market will have more iPhones out there. On top of that, look at this forum...crawling with iPhone owners looking to upgrade to the 3G...hmmm, I wonder where they phones will go? And we are only talking about this forum...there are many more where that came from, and thousands who don't even belong to forums.

Posted by: asnpcwiz

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Originally Posted by Xarlon

Hmmm, so you telling me for $500, I can get a new iPhone 3G and cellphone service for 1 month AND keep my iPhone 3G? So how's that a bad deal?

Let's just assume you are right...and you pay around $500 for the entire thing.

$500 (total) - $80 (assumed 1 month service) = $420

That puts the entire phone + ETF + extras at $420...for a BRAND NEW iPhone 3G. The OP paid $380 for a used phone. Now, it MIGHT be just me, but I'd rather pay the extra $40 and get something brand new and not have to worry about where it's been, the condition of it, and know that I can take it back after 30 days if I have any problems...wouldn't you?

Posted by: Xarlon

Not too bad. A lot of people will be doing it, probably including myself unless they raise the ETF to 3 or 4 hundred for this phone only, then I'll have to reconsider...

Posted by: om1zzle

i would have waited for the new phone to be released, im sure the priec will drop at least a little bit once it does

Posted by: cmatthews

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Originally Posted by om1zzle

i would have waited for the new phone to be released, im sure the priec will drop at least a little bit once it does

Exactly, I have a someone selling me theirs for $100 right after they pick up the 3G iphone, and it is only a couple of months old. I even found one for $50 but not in near as good of shape. I can use it as a spare, or let my teenage daughter use it, still undecided.

Posted by: Superduper117

is everyone here talking about the ETF considering the hit to your credit?