Series 3 available at costco.com - $699.99

ScottUrman · 10-27-2006, 07:50 PM

Item number 149727.

tivochiguy · 10-27-2006, 08:23 PM

I didn't think Costco would have it so soon and with a price of $100 off retail. If you compare a best buy purchase with 10% off + warranty compared to Costco at $100 with a "life time" warranty (return it for ANYTHING) it seems like Costco is the way to go.

RickStrobel · 10-27-2006, 08:51 PM

Weird - just got back from Costco. They just opened yesterday. First one in Louisville. We have about four Sam's Clubs in the area, but this if Costco's first store here.

Didn't see any TiVos on the floor, guess it's an online only deal. Wonder if they charge sales tax from the web site. Any idea on the shipping charge? Do you have to be a member to order from the web site? To return it?

tase2 · 10-27-2006, 09:07 PM

Sy- · 10-27-2006, 09:09 PM

If I didn't already own one I'd still purchase from TCF store because
$680 + Shipping < $699 + Tax + Shipping

Not to mention that Costco.com's Shipping charges to Hawaii = $53.03 (2nd Day) Can't ship ground because trucks have problems when they hit the ocean.

~Sy

daperlman · 10-27-2006, 09:09 PM

what is on the site isn't necessarily in stock at retail locations.... but that is odd 699 there 100 more everywhere else

bgtimber75 · 10-27-2006, 09:34 PM

That's very enticing. Still probably $100 or so too rich for my blood.

ThreeSoFar · 10-27-2006, 09:35 PM

Plus shipping and handling.

The TC deal is better probably.

Other than the fact that it's (further) lining Bott's pockets.

bgtimber75 · 10-27-2006, 09:40 PM

Lifetime warranty though.

reh523 · 10-27-2006, 09:47 PM

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Originally Posted by RickStrobel

Weird - just got back from Costco. They just opened yesterday. First one in Louisville. We have about four Sam's Clubs in the area, but this if Costco's first store here.

Didn't see any TiVos on the floor, guess it's an online only deal. Wonder if they charge sales tax from the web site. Any idea on the shipping charge? Do you have to be a member to order from the web site? To return it?

Sales tax yes if there is a brick and mortar in your state
Shipping varies by location
You have to be a member to order it
Since you have to be a member to order it yes to return it.

drew2k · 10-27-2006, 09:58 PM

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Originally Posted by hookbill

Oh Oh....expect this thread to get closed soon.

Why is that? I know there's a rule that prohibits stock talk, but that relates to attempts to alter share prices.

We're only talking about Costco's new stock of Series 3 units!

stuartmoore · 10-27-2006, 10:16 PM

Anyone know if TiVo will do the Lifetime transfer for this unit??

ThreeSoFar · 10-27-2006, 10:29 PM

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Originally Posted by stuartmoore

Anyone know if TiVo will do the Lifetime transfer for this unit??

They will. Sticky at the top of this forum.

stuartmoore · 10-27-2006, 10:44 PM

OK. I just ordered one. As for the total price (standard shipping and CA tax), let's just say that it's about $ 25 less than the retail.

I think that's ok considering the lifetime warranty and price guarantee.

c3 · 10-27-2006, 11:03 PM

I don't think the "lifetime warranty" would work well with lifetime sub. When I returned something last time, I was told that they would issue refund, but not exchange.

craigslist · 10-27-2006, 11:07 PM

i dont see anything that is says i has lifetime warranty on it

craigo · 10-27-2006, 11:50 PM

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Originally Posted by ThreeSoFar

They will. Sticky at the top of this forum.

How about you throw us a bone and tell us what sticky to look at. Almost 400 posts between the 2 of them.

stuartmoore · 10-28-2006, 12:29 AM

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Originally Posted by c3

I don't think the "lifetime warranty" would work well with lifetime sub. When I returned something last time, I was told that they would issue refund, but not exchange.

You might have a good point about that. Would TiVo transfer the lifetime subscription if your old unit is defective and you exchange it for a new one from Costco (say in 2 years or so)?

samo · 10-28-2006, 04:09 AM

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Originally Posted by stuartmoore

You might have a good point about that. Would TiVo transfer the lifetime subscription if your old unit is defective and you exchange it for a new one from Costco (say in 2 years or so)?

That is an academic questions. Except for Costco, every other retailer including TiVo.com would not exchange your unit after 30 days. So if you have lifetime you are SOL after 30 days anyhow. Costco makes a world of difference if you don't have lifetime. Say you got it from Costco and a year later TiVo still didn't fix major bugs or your cable company changed to mostly SDV or your hardware just broke - you will get every penny you paid back INCLUDING shipping. Extra few dollars you'll pay for shipping and taxes are well worth it to have unconditional money back guaranty. I have been Costco customer for many years and if any item I need is available from Costco, I always buy it from them. Not to mention that being executive member you get 2% back from Costco plus 2% from AMEX on every purchase. Last year I got almost $1000 in refunds. But the major factor for me is no hustle return and exchange policy. Never re-stocking charge. I NEVER had to call the manager - there hasn't been a single problem that has not been resolved to my satisfaction by the sales clerk. Of course this level of customer service pays back very well for them. Over the years I spent at least low six figures at the Costco stores and on-line.

Dssturbo1 · 10-28-2006, 06:46 AM

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Originally Posted by craigslist

i dont see anything that is says i has lifetime warranty on it

read the costco warranty. almost all the items they sale are covered under their lifetime warranty policy. maybe a few exceptions like a PC are 6 months i believe

dolcevita · 10-28-2006, 07:29 AM

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Originally Posted by samo

Not to mention that being executive member you get 2% back from Costco plus 2% from AMEX on every purchase. Last year I got almost $1000 in refunds.

And I still have last year's Costco rebate check tucked in my wallet, waiting for something fun to spend it on. Hmmm.. this may well be it.

ThreeSoFar · 10-28-2006, 08:01 AM

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Originally Posted by craigo

How about you throw us a bone and tell us what sticky to look at. Almost 400 posts between the 2 of them.

No. I did my research. Your turn.

hookbill · 10-28-2006, 09:31 AM

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Originally Posted by drew2k

Why is that? I know there's a rule that prohibits stock talk, but that relates to attempts to alter share prices.

We're only talking about Costco's new stock of Series 3 units!

I guess I didn't understand what the rules were in regards to price discussion. I've removed my post and apologize to anyone who may have thought I was trying to start some type of trouble.

c3 · 10-28-2006, 02:13 PM

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Originally Posted by dolcevita

And I still have last year's Costco rebate check tucked in my wallet, waiting for something fun to spend it on. Hmmm.. this may well be it.

I always cash my Amex rebate check. Using it for purchase does not earn additional rebate.

kmackenz · 10-28-2006, 02:20 PM

Why would it be any different to return this unit to Costco for a swap in a few years versus and extended warranty? Best Buy for instance will just give you a new unit if they can't fix it in store.....

ThreeSoFar · 10-28-2006, 02:26 PM

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Originally Posted by c3

I always cash my Amex rebate check. Using it for purchase does not earn additional rebate.

I did not know that.

But the Costco one you HAVE to buy stuff with. Maybe that's the one he means.

c3 · 10-28-2006, 02:52 PM

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Originally Posted by kmackenz

Why would it be any different to return this unit to Costco for a swap in a few years versus and extended warranty? Best Buy for instance will just give you a new unit if they can't fix it in store.....

Best Buy is very likely to continue selling TiVo products. Many items at Costco are available only for a short period of time.

kmackenz · 10-28-2006, 03:32 PM

I understand that Best Buy would be more likely to have a unit.

My comment was more on someone (haven't posted enough times to quote anyone yet) stating Tivo wasn't going to transfer a warranty if after so many months or years you were able to swap one at CostCo or via Best Buy. CostCo is really just like getting an extended warranty for free for ever...

MichaelK · 10-28-2006, 04:28 PM

hoe come they can sell below the MAP overtly?

Is it becasue they are a club?

stuartmoore · 10-28-2006, 04:30 PM

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Originally Posted by kmackenz

I understand that Best Buy would be more likely to have a unit.

My comment was more on someone (haven't posted enough times to quote anyone yet) stating Tivo wasn't going to transfer a warranty if after so many months or years you were able to swap one at CostCo or via Best Buy. CostCo is really just like getting an extended warranty for free for ever...

That's what I think but I can see the other side too. I know that Costco doesn't always carry things "forever" but they do still carry several different TiVos and have for a couple of years.