A couple of things to consider before going for that eBay bargain- the North American PS3 won't play the PAL PS2/ PSOne games, DVDs or Blu-Ray movies due to region coding. Also, if something goes wrong with the system (not likely but possible nonetheless)your local Sony tech support isn't obligated to help as it isn't a system sold for your region. You may be better off holding off and geting yourself a local unit.lyndonAPI

This is true, you can also get stung by import fees which can add quite alot the cost.

I just bought fired up and its a pretty good game, but 54% wahts up with that. Oh well if anyones played hardware online and enjoyed it then you will enjoy fired up.