I want a PS3...

Hey guys, I've been looking at PS3's on eBay because I'm fairly poor at the moment.... lol

Several of them say "YLOD" and I assume this is similar to the Xbox's "RROD"? Is this easy to get repaired?

Others say it had "YLOD" and is not working but they "can not say for how long"... Is this because they break regularly after one time?

Cheers for the help guys :)

If you find a "YLOD" unit dirt cheap -- say around 20-40 bucks-- you could pay Sony 150 dollars to get it fixed, refurbished, and in full working condition with a six month warranty. Doing so you might save around 100 bucks or more instead of just buying a new PS3.

Is it worth it? Your call.

Hey guys, I've been looking at PS3's on eBay because I'm fairly poor at the moment.... lol

Several of them say "YLOD" and I assume this is similar to the Xbox's "RROD"? Is this easy to get repaired?

Others say it had "YLOD" and is not working but they "can not say for how long"... Is this because they break regularly after one time?

Cheers for the help guys :)

MickaelJulliard

Take your time and save up more cash so you can get a new system....never buy a used console.

.....unless you can get a SOLID warranty with it!!!!

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Hey guys, I've been looking at PS3's on eBay because I'm fairly poor at the moment.... lol

Several of them say "YLOD" and I assume this is similar to the Xbox's "RROD"? Is this easy to get repaired?

Others say it had "YLOD" and is not working but they "can not say for how long"... Is this because they break regularly after one time?

Cheers for the help guys :)

MarcRecon

Take your time and save up more cash so you can get a new system....never buy a used console.

[QUOTE="MarcRecon"]

[QUOTE="MickaelJulliard"]

Hey guys, I've been looking at PS3's on eBay because I'm fairly poor at the moment.... lol

Several of them say "YLOD" and I assume this is similar to the Xbox's "RROD"? Is this easy to get repaired?

Others say it had "YLOD" and is not working but they "can not say for how long"... Is this because they break regularly after one time?

Cheers for the help guys :)

starwarsjunky

Take your time and save up more cash so you can get a new system....never buy a used console.

Agreed

Cheers fellas, I think I'll save up :)

Cheers fellas, I think I'll save up :)

MickaelJulliard

If you find a "YLOD" unit dirt cheap -- say around 20-40 bucks-- you could pay Sony 150 dollars to get it fixed, refurbished, and in full working condition with a six month warranty. Doing so you might save around 100 bucks or more instead of just buying a new PS3.

Is it worth it? Your call.

Rocketomy

Plus tax $19. plus shiping fee $29....

I'm going to go with the majority here, buy a Slim, it'll be more reliable. Even with the PS3's that have had the YLOD and have been fixed, they will possible break again at some point.

I found my PS3 on Craigslist. It was an old man who bought it for his grandkid and the kid wanted a 360 so I an 80GB fully backwards compatible system for $100 new in the box. Just keep looking and maybe you'll get really lucky like I did.InsaneCrazy777

dont even bother with amazon, ur better off getting a refurbished one from eb games, cus atleast they give u a warranty

I found my PS3 on Craigslist. It was an old man who bought it for his grandkid and the kid wanted a 360 so I an 80GB fully backwards compatible system for $100 new in the box. Just keep looking and maybe you'll get really lucky like I did.InsaneCrazy777

That's very very rare(not impossible)but rare... I've heard to many stories of people intentionally selling broken PS3's so they can make a fast buck. Now of course this is just an opinoin "BUT" you must agree that it's not to far from the truth.:)

dont even bother with amazon, ur better off getting a refurbished one from eb games, cus atleast they give u a warranty

jetslalom

Agreed, if the TC does decide to get it used, at least get it from a store/person who can be accountable for any problems.

[QUOTE="starwarsjunky"][QUOTE="MarcRecon"]

Take your time and save up more cash so you can get a new system....never buy a used console.

MarcRecon

Agreed

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[QUOTE="starwarsjunky"] this is my motto. unless its a last gen one (im considering a ps2 for a couple games)i-rock-socks

Agreed

You said the key word...LUCK!!! lol....but I understand you point.:)

YLOD is as far as I know much less of a problem then the 360's RROD. I wouldn't be too concerned about, just treat your PS3 well and it should last. Just make sure you get the new Slim.

People these days want gaming Consoles for free or almost free. What piss me off is that wile many keep crying about the price they don't mind getting an expensive and overpriced Ipod, Ipod touch or a Netbook. Come on a console that lets you play games browse the Web and watch movies. Many people don't learn what i have, if you want something and doesn't have enough money, a Work or other responsibilities then start saving some money apart each time someone gave you or pay you for homw work or anything you do to earn it. After some time you will be surprise you have the money you need.

It definitely wouldn't hurt to still keep an eye on ebay and craigslist or w/e while you save up.

Cheers fellas, I think I'll save up :)

MickaelJulliard

Don't worry about the risk of a YLOD, its completely random. PS3 is awesome!!