[QUOTE="Dacveo"]

Going to jump on the current Best Buy bundle -- 80 GB "old" model, LBP and WallE BluRay for 299. LBP is selling for 30 on eBay, and Wall-E for 20+.

I've been having a tough time justifying buying the slim, since I'm usually hesitant to buy first iterations of new hardware, since the slim is pretty aesthetically unattractive, and since I really don't want to wait two weeks for a new system. I felt foolish paying the same 299 for a system with a smaller HDD and older parts, however.

That said, if I can get the old PS3 in 80GB for ~$250 (after re-selling the bundle add-ons), then I think that is a better deal at this point in time. Especially since for that 50 dollars, I can upgrade the 80 harddrive to 250, essentially (e.g.http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16822152167)

:D

visualdamagelol

lol, emachines r da rockzors

[QUOTE="MouldsLP"]

i say do it, thats a good price especially w 2 cont., and on ebay they are from $350, although you could find some deals im sure. I bought from craigslist before, make sure you bring a knife though.8)

Nocturnal_Speed

listen to this guy ^ :idea:

lol, will do :) (woohooo 1500th post)

[QUOTE="keldarironfist"]

i might be pickin me up my first ps3 too....i contacted a very nice local guy on craigslist who is sellin his just cuz he never uses it, it doesnt have the box but he says hes kept it in fantastic condition. its a 60 gig model (what i wanted for BC) and hes throwin in an extra controller (both are non rumble type though) for a total of 290$. not a bad deal eh?

yarou1000

yea def. i know the 60 is very hard to come by so if its in the great condition he says i may snatch it up

i might be pickin me up my first ps3 too....i contacted a very nice local guy on craigslist who is sellin his just cuz he never uses it, it doesnt have the box but he says hes kept it in fantastic condition. its a 60 gig model (what i wanted for BC) and hes throwin in an extra controller (both are non rumble type though) for a total of 290$. not a bad deal eh?

sorry to double post, i actualy just got in contact with someone localy from craigslist who has kept his 60 gig in great condition (he doesnt have the box though :(. and is willing to sell it for 290$ with an extra controller (neither are the rumble kind sadly). If its in great condition as he says, i think it sounds like a heck of a deal for the 60 gig model, what do you guys think?

[QUOTE="keldarironfist"]

[QUOTE="jimm895"]Another place to check is Craigslist. I have seen a couple of 60 gig PS3's on the list that are local.jimm895

you know, i hadn't thought of that, and now that ive looked ive actualy seen some,some of which include the 60 gig model for close to or under 300. thats definitely another avenue, plus the warranty hasnt been voided.

are there any ps3 quirks or things i should double check for when examining a unit (if able) beyond seeing it displayed and working etc...

Another place to check is Craigslist. I have seen a couple of 60 gig PS3's on the list that are local.jimm895

you know, i hadn't thought of that, and now that ive looked ive actualy seen some,some of which include the 60 gig model for close to or under 300. thats definitely another avenue, plus the warranty hasnt been voided.

i can name about 5-10 ps3 exclusives i want as well,plus i need a bluray player. but BC does matter to me, thats just how it is. i DO agree though that getting some sort of warranty is worth it. i just was unsure of gamestop refurbs, and the fact it voids sony's warranty bugs too, but its a good price for a fairly sought after model.

[QUOTE="Warriorboy1990"][QUOTE="keldarironfist"]

Ah i was afraid of this, geez what a bummer...i still think the old ps3 looks alot better, and 300 is the right price for me but geez, i guess that means i might have to consider hunting down a used 60gigger...

bluem00se

so with that in mind what would you say about what i posted two messages up? buying the 60 gig gamestop refurb for 350 total? Im tempted.

what about this scenario guys, there are a few gamestop refurbished models in the next state over (sadly none in mine) and with the free shipping code and taxes all added up i can get a refurb 60gb for 350 all said and done after taxes and shipped to me (Granted i cant view the system before i get it and i dont get the box etc). what do you think? iver never bought a refurb before and certainly not from gamestop but it IS an option.