New vs. Cert. Pre-Owned DROID 2?

[peacemover]

I am eligible for an early upgrade through Verizon. I am looking at the DROID 2 and wondering if certified pre-owned is a wise way to go. A CPOed droid 2 is just $49 from Verizon, whereas a brand new droid 2 is $199. Huge difference. They say they will replace it free of charge for up to a year if it is defective or stops working- which is about how long I usually go before I upgrade.

Any thoughts?

 

[pool_shark]

I don't have a problem with certified pre-owned tech.

That used to be the only way I would buy a laptop until they started selling new ones at the same price.

 

[peacemover]

Thanks. I have heard of a few people having to return CPOs several times, and others who have never had a problem. I figured for a savings of $150 it's worth a try.

 

[pool_shark]

At one point the definition of certified pre-owned was someone bought it, didn't like it, and returned it. It was wiped, repackaged and resold.

Refurbished meant, it was broken/defective, repaired, repackaged and resold.

Not sure if that still holds true today.

 

[Detonation]

I was going to say "no, stay far away from them" because I've been through 7 total refurbs (4 D1s, 3 Incs), but since you get the same one year warranty a new phone does when you buy one (versus the 90 days for a warranty replacement), its probably worth $150 for the possible hassle of replacing it.

 

[Vulcan1600]

I had several Certified Like New D1, then got a Certified Like New D2, and have been using it for about 2 months and had no problems with it whatsoever. It is a good phone.

 

[Obijon]

I've had no problems with my cpo d2's - Im a contractor and i kill phones abt every 6mo. to 1 year.. just the price of business lol

 

[peacemover]

Well, I am going for the certified pre-owned. Here is what Verizon says about them:

Certified Pre-Owned Replacement Program

Verizon Wireless’ Certified Pre-Owned Replacement Program offers a replacement option to customers who are not enrolled in Equipment Coverage, Wireless Phone Protection, and/or Extended Warranty.

• If your device is lost, stolen or damaged and you are not enrolled in Total Equipment Coverage or Wireless Phone Protection, you can purchase a Certified Pre-Owned Replacement device to replace your original device.
• If your device experiences a defect after the manufacturer’s warranty has expired and you are not enrolled in Total Equipment Coverage or Extended Warranty, you can purchase a Certified Pre-Owned Replacement device to replace your original device.
• There is a limit of one Certified Pre-Owned Replacement device per mobile number every 12 months.

Each Certified Pre-Owned Replacement device has been thoroughly inspected and reconditioned to like-new condition. The devices go through:

• A complete 100+ point checklist to ensure every area measures up to our standards of excellence
• Visual cosmetic inspection
• Advanced functional, manual and electronic inspections
• Latest software and hardware upgrades

Certified Pre-Owned Replacement devices come with:

• A battery, wall charger, and other standard accessories that come with a new device
• A User Guide
• One-year warranty from the date of purchase
• Verizon Wireless Customer Guarantee

If the Certified Pre-Owned Replacement device experiences a manufacturing defect within one year from the date of purchase, we will replace it with a like or comparable unit.

 

[miketoasty]

I got my Droid 2 had some problems got a refurbed and it has worked flawlessly since October. I am able to OC at 1.45 no problems at all (Which I know a lot of people have trouble anywhere above 1.25). It came scratch free, all plastic still on it. Worked great from day 1 and would recommend going that route especially with the $150 savings!

 

[nerdslogic]

I went through 7 pre-owned D2's before I forced VZW to send my a brand new one....no problems since.

Not everyone has my luck though....several if not most don't have a problem with the pre-owned phones.

 

[AlexSB]

My third CPO is good so far. Just remember, if there's something wrong with it just call them back and they'll ship you new CPO

Liberated Droid II

 

[plutonium0587]

I went through 7 pre-owned D2's before I forced VZW to send my a brand new one....no problems since.

Not everyone has my luck though....several if not most don't have a problem with the pre-owned phones.

Geez dude, that is rough.