Buying a used kindle?

nathanb · 06-10-2009, 03:20 PM

Hello,

I am new to this forum and have a question that I was wondering if Kindle users could help me with.

I am thinking about buying a used Kindle 2. What sort of things do I need to be on the lookout for?

Is buying a used Kindle 2 foolish? What sort of discount should I ask if it was bought in February?

And lastly, is it possible to buy a squaretrade warranty for a Kindle 2 that is a couple months old?

Thanks,

Nathan

Gideon · 06-10-2009, 04:20 PM

I'm probably going to be selling my Kindle 2 in the next few days. It's in perfect condition, and will come with a leather case AND the warranty that you can get from Amazon (it's transferable.)

I was planning on selling it all for about $375 (the warranty and cover are worth $95). I promised to give a friend first crack, but if you're interested and he says no than you're welcome to it.

O.S.F · 06-10-2009, 04:23 PM

Soory wrong place...

radamo · 06-11-2009, 12:54 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by nathanb

Hello,

I am new to this forum and have a question that I was wondering if Kindle users could help me with.

I am thinking about buying a used Kindle 2. What sort of things do I need to be on the lookout for?

Is buying a used Kindle 2 foolish? What sort of discount should I ask if it was bought in February?

And lastly, is it possible to buy a squaretrade warranty for a Kindle 2 that is a couple months old?

Thanks,

Nathan

Buying used is not a bad way to get new technology. Many Kindle 2 owners may be upgrading to the DX and will want to sell their current device. I have found ebay to be an excellent way to obtain used goods in excellent condition. You need to do your homework and ensure that the seller has a good reputation and had Sold items at or above that value with good results.

Craigslist is an even better way because you can meet the seller and actually see the device. You just need to have the device available for sale in your area.

Good luck.
RA

disney_mommy · 06-11-2009, 01:42 PM

Excellent question. Unfortunately, you didn't get any good responses except for radamo. I still would like to know if anyone else thinks this is a good idea. What is the life expectancy of a Kindle 2? What would you say is a good price for a used, unblemished Kindle 2?

radamo · 06-11-2009, 03:12 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by disney_mommy

Excellent question. Unfortunately, you didn't get any good responses except for radamo. I still would like to know if anyone else thinks this is a good idea. What is the life expectancy of a Kindle 2? What would you say is a good price for a used, unblemished Kindle 2?

Whether it is a good idea or not is highly up to the individual. Many people are uncomfortable buying used gear no matter the condition. Others relish being able to obtain a lightly used piece of tech gear for considerably less than new.

As far as how much to spend I have seen the Kindle 1's go for as little as $150 (not many) up to the $275 range... Most seem to be going for about $250. The Kindle 2's probably will not be selling for much under $325 unless one gets really lucky.

RA

detayls · 06-11-2009, 03:18 PM

Yes, I bought a used Kindle 2 from someone wishing to upgrade to a DX. I actually canceled the DX that I had ordered. The price was right.

The unit came with a leather cover and absolutely no external blemishes, which I was able to ascertain since I bought it via a local Craigslist ad.

So far, other than disappointment with battery life, it seems very good.

F1Wild · 06-12-2009, 05:30 AM

I don't have the answers to all of your questions, but I just looked up Kindle 2s being sold on our local Craigslist and there is one listed (2 weeks old) for $330. I would imagine those upgrading to the DX might want to part with their K2s.

Lilly · 06-12-2009, 08:12 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by F1Wild

I don't have the answers to all of your questions, but I just looked up Kindle 2s being sold on our local Craigslist and there is one listed (2 weeks old) for $330. I would imagine those upgrading to the DX might want to part with their K2s.

I'd be skeptical of the 2 weeks old one; it's probably a lie. Amazon will take it back for full refund for at least 30 days. My friend who bought a K2 returned hers when it was 3 weeks old because the DX was announced. She was already attached to the e-ink technology and been having a hard time since the DX was not delivered to her until yesterday and she returned her K2 almost 2 months ago!

nathanb · 06-12-2009, 10:14 AM

Thank you everyone for the helpful replies. I appreciate it a lot.

Does anyone have experience with buying a squaretrade warranty? Do you know if it possible to buy one for a used Kindle?

Thanks!

Nathan

Tomek · 06-12-2009, 11:19 AM

I sold mine on eBay the same day DX was announced. With Amazon's $35 cover but no extended warranty it sold for $350. Honestly I'd personally rather pay the extra $45 and get a brand new one from Amazon because you get 30 days to evaluate and potentially return it. But I'm sure glad there are people who are willing to buy used at that price point

Ervserver · 06-12-2009, 12:06 PM

For the small difference in price I would not buy used myself. Brand new from Amazon has the warranty and you don't have to wonder how the device was treated. An exception would be buying from someone you personally know.

detayls · 06-12-2009, 01:08 PM

... and NOT the original purchaser, so anyone who buys a Kindle will also enjoy all the warranty benefits up to 1 year.

F1Wild · 06-12-2009, 03:26 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Lilly

I'd be skeptical of the 2 weeks old one; it's probably a lie. Amazon will take it back for full refund for at least 30 days. My friend who bought a K2 returned hers when it was 3 weeks old because the DX was announced. She was already attached to the e-ink technology and been having a hard time since the DX was not delivered to her until yesterday and she returned her K2 almost 2 months ago!

I'm sceptical of anything sold on Craigslist, except for my own stuff....anyone want to buy a UK fridge?

weatherman · 06-12-2009, 03:27 PM

I have no problem buying used, but I didn't with the K2 because I didn't get enough of a discount out of it to make it worth the trouble. I'd say you should easily be able to get 10% off the list price plus a free cover from most people selling, but I'd hold out for a better deal than that. For me, $275-$300 with free cover would be a good price worth buying at, not more.

BTW my secret to buying used is not to shop on ebay, but to look on craigslist. Folks are willing to bargain on price there like they can't on ebay. If you search on google for Kindle 2 site:craigslist.org you'll see everyone nationwide who is selling, then you just need to find someone willing to ship it. That's how I bought my original PRS-500 and several other items for less than what I could find it on ebay for.

NEVER PAY VIA WESTERN UNION OR ANYTHING BUT PAYPAL TO A VERIFIED USER.

06-10-2009, 03:20 PM	#1
nathanb Connoisseur Posts: 56 Karma: 400 Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: The Far East Device: PRS 600	Buying a used kindle? Hello, I am new to this forum and have a question that I was wondering if Kindle users could help me with. I am thinking about buying a used Kindle 2. What sort of things do I need to be on the lookout for? Is buying a used Kindle 2 foolish? What sort of discount should I ask if it was bought in February? And lastly, is it possible to buy a squaretrade warranty for a Kindle 2 that is a couple months old? Thanks, Nathan

06-10-2009, 04:23 PM	#3
O.S.F Member Posts: 11 Karma: 50 Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Virginia Device: Kindle 2/DX	Soory wrong place... Last edited by O.S.F; 06-10-2009 at 08:02 PM.

06-11-2009, 03:18 PM	#7
detayls Addict Posts: 235 Karma: 1355374 Join Date: Aug 2007 Device: iPad, iPhone, Kindle Voyage	I bought a used Kindle 2... Yes, I bought a used Kindle 2 from someone wishing to upgrade to a DX. I actually canceled the DX that I had ordered. The price was right. The unit came with a leather cover and absolutely no external blemishes, which I was able to ascertain since I bought it via a local Craigslist ad. So far, other than disappointment with battery life, it seems very good.

06-12-2009, 10:14 AM	#10
nathanb Connoisseur Posts: 56 Karma: 400 Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: The Far East Device: PRS 600	Thank you Thank you everyone for the helpful replies. I appreciate it a lot. Does anyone have experience with buying a squaretrade warranty? Do you know if it possible to buy one for a used Kindle? Thanks! Nathan

06-12-2009, 01:08 PM	#13
detayls Addict Posts: 235 Karma: 1355374 Join Date: Aug 2007 Device: iPad, iPhone, Kindle Voyage	Warranty is on the Kindle... ... and NOT the original purchaser, so anyone who buys a Kindle will also enjoy all the warranty benefits up to 1 year.

06-10-2009, 04:20 PM	#2
Gideon Wearer of Pants Posts: 1,050 Karma: 7634 Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Norman, OK Device: Amazon Kindle DX / iPhone	I'm probably going to be selling my Kindle 2 in the next few days. It's in perfect condition, and will come with a leather case AND the warranty that you can get from Amazon (it's transferable.) I was planning on selling it all for about $375 (the warranty and cover are worth $95). I promised to give a friend first crack, but if you're interested and he says no than you're welcome to it.

06-11-2009, 01:42 PM	#5
disney_mommy Ebook fanatic Posts: 120 Karma: 120000 Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Hampton Roads, VA Device: Kindle Fire HD 8.9, Kindle Keyboard	Excellent question. Unfortunately, you didn't get any good responses except for radamo. I still would like to know if anyone else thinks this is a good idea. What is the life expectancy of a Kindle 2? What would you say is a good price for a used, unblemished Kindle 2?

06-12-2009, 05:30 AM	#8
F1Wild Addict Posts: 346 Karma: 170 Join Date: May 2009 Location: Phoenix (Ahwatukee), AZ Device: Paolo-my Kindle2, Blackberry Curve	I don't have the answers to all of your questions, but I just looked up Kindle 2s being sold on our local Craigslist and there is one listed (2 weeks old) for $330. I would imagine those upgrading to the DX might want to part with their K2s.

06-12-2009, 11:19 AM	#11
Tomek Enthusiast Posts: 29 Karma: 10 Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: USA Device: Kindle DX	I sold mine on eBay the same day DX was announced. With Amazon's $35 cover but no extended warranty it sold for $350. Honestly I'd personally rather pay the extra $45 and get a brand new one from Amazon because you get 30 days to evaluate and potentially return it. But I'm sure glad there are people who are willing to buy used at that price point

06-12-2009, 12:06 PM	#12
Ervserver Wizard Posts: 2,624 Karma: 1008294 Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Iowa, USA Device: Nook Simple Touch	For the small difference in price I would not buy used myself. Brand new from Amazon has the warranty and you don't have to wonder how the device was treated. An exception would be buying from someone you personally know.

06-12-2009, 03:27 PM	#15
weatherman Addict Posts: 385 Karma: 1010052 Join Date: Apr 2008 Device: (previous: Kindle 2, Kindle Fire) Kindle 4 WiFi, K3K, KPW	I have no problem buying used, but I didn't with the K2 because I didn't get enough of a discount out of it to make it worth the trouble. I'd say you should easily be able to get 10% off the list price plus a free cover from most people selling, but I'd hold out for a better deal than that. For me, $275-$300 with free cover would be a good price worth buying at, not more. BTW my secret to buying used is not to shop on ebay, but to look on craigslist. Folks are willing to bargain on price there like they can't on ebay. If you search on google for Kindle 2 site:craigslist.org you'll see everyone nationwide who is selling, then you just need to find someone willing to ship it. That's how I bought my original PRS-500 and several other items for less than what I could find it on ebay for. NEVER PAY VIA WESTERN UNION OR ANYTHING BUT PAYPAL TO A VERIFIED USER.

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