Great deal on Panasonic BD player

[petro]

Panasonic DMP-BD605K @ Costco for $230 + tx less $60 instant rebate, good till 9/19/09.

I believe this is the same as the Pan BD60, however the Costco unit comes with an HDMI cable w/ 90 day (or maybe even unlimited!??) return policy.

[NMJack]

Originally Posted by petro

Panasonic DMP-BD605K @ Costco for $230 + tx less $60 instant rebate, good till 9/19/09.

I believe this is the same as the Pan BD60, however the Costco unit comes with an HDMI cable w/ 90 day return policy.

I thought Costco was still "lifetime" for returns on players (Projectors, TVs and computers are 90 days)??

[wormraper]

Originally Posted by NMJack

I thought Costco was still "lifetime" for returns on players (Projectors, TVs and computers are 90 days)??

They are, as stated in their policy

Merchandise: We guarantee your satisfaction on every product we sell with a full refund. The following must be returned within 90 days of purchase for a refund: televisions, projectors, computers, cameras, camcorders, iPOD / MP3 players and cellular phones.

[comixguru]

If you don't have a membership or a store nearby, NewEgg.com is selling this one for $192 shipped. $235 for the DMP-BD80.

Don't forget 3% Bing cashback @ the Egg. DMP-BD60 after CB is $186.23. DMP-BD80 after CB is $227.90.

Buydig.com has a great deal on the 60, $180 shipped.

Onecall.com has the DMP-BD80 with SAVE20 coupon code for $230 shipped. Don't forget Bing.com cashback on this one either.

None of these places have a return policy like Costco, though. If you have a membership and you are looking for a solid primary player... this is a great deal.

[dvdirv]

Don't think you can purchase this player for $170!

The way Costco computes its instant rebate does not favor the consumer.
Costco adds tax to the item first, then deducts the instant rebate.

In our state (7% tax), the out-the-door price would be $186.09. While this is indeed a good deal, just not a great one!

[JediFonger]

BUYDig loox like it's the best thus far =P. i remember seeing BD35s for $140-150ish last year around the holidays... >P

[petro]

Originally Posted by dvdirv

Don't think you can purchase this player for $170!

The way Costco computes its instant rebate does not favor the consumer.
Costco adds tax to the item first, then deducts the instant rebate.

In our state (7% tax), the out-the-door price would be $186.09. While this is indeed a good deal, just not a great one!

Correct, and as the OP stated, for NY the price works out to $230 + $19.84 tax - $60=$189.84.
Considering the value and time spent finding an HDMI cable, which is included, and if indeed Costco has an unlimited return policy...then this is a no-brainer.

[comixguru]

Amazon has Panasonic DMP-BD60 player for $179 shipped. The BD80 is $228 shipped.

Amazon also has the new LG270 for $133 shipped. Excellent price for a name brand unit.

[punisher]

I paid 144.98 last week on Amazon.com..free shipping no tax to California as a birthday gift...price was low for about an hour or two..then went back up..glad i jumped on it...

[JediFonger]

used BD35k is 141ish shipped. FYI

[ack_bak]

Originally Posted by petro

Correct, and as the OP stated, for NY the price works out to $230 + $19.84 tax - $60=$189.84.
Considering the value and time spent finding an HDMI cable, which is included, and if indeed Costco has an unlimited return policy...then this is a no-brainer.

Costco does have an unlimited return policy for BD players. Makes this deal a no-brainer. I bought my BD35 at Costco and paid slightly more for it vs Amazon and several other online vendors, but that unlimited return policy was worth it.

[greenmatter]

Originally Posted by ack_bak

Costco does have an unlimited return policy for BD players. Makes this deal a no-brainer. I bought my BD35 at Costco and paid slightly more for it vs Amazon and several other online vendors, but that unlimited return policy was worth it.

does that mean you can return anytime for whatever reason, even 4 years from now///

[iluvblu]

Originally Posted by greenmatter

does that mean you can return anytime for whatever reason, even 4 years from now///

You Bet
They Sure do

[JediFonger]

yeah but what's their memerbership? =P

[nmcmahan52]

the bd60 is a good player, i got one a couple months ago off amazon for 190, i'd say anything under 200 for a quality player is good these days