20D kit - Costco (opinions please)

Sigma 50-150mm f/2.8 EX APO DG HSM for Nikon

01/24/2005 11:53:48 PM · #1

Costco (online) currently has the Canon 20D w/kit lense available for $1499.99..... actually $1616.71 w/tax & shipping (to my Minnesota door).

One of the contributing factors in considering the purchase through Costco (of which I'm already a member) is their "We guarantee your satisfaction on every product we sell with a full refund" policy.

According to Costco personnel, if for any reason during ownership I would become dissatisfied with the 20D, simply return it to any Costco store (with receipt) for the full cash refund. - So much for a service contract I guess.

I would welcome any opinions, suggestions, or alternatives.

MyDayStrong

Nikon D50

01/24/2005 11:56:54 PM · #2

They do have a very good return policy. A friend of mine returned his digi video cam after almost a month for a full refund.

deapee

Kodak V803

Nikon AF Nikkor 50mm f/1.8D

01/25/2005 12:01:02 AM · #3

Originally posted by casualguy:

available for $1499.99..... actually $1616.71 w/tax & shipping (to my Minnesota door).

hrmm...I didn't think they charged tax on the internet??? Or did something change?

nsbca7

Mattel Barbie Photo Designer Digital Camera

01/25/2005 12:06:30 AM · #4

Shipping sounds more then a little high.

Anyway here is the same kit from Tri State Cameras which also has a return policy for US $1,369.99 and only $30 shipping and insurance. (No Sales Tax!)

Screw Costco, save a couple hundred duckys.

01/25/2005 12:24:09 AM · #5

Originally posted by deapee:

Originally posted by casualguy:
available for $1499.99..... actually $1616.71 w/tax & shipping (to my Minnesota door).

hrmm...I didn't think they charged tax on the internet??? Or did something change?

I believe that if the 'online business' and 'purchaser' reside in the same state, then the collection of sales tax is required.

01/25/2005 12:58:44 AM · #6

Originally posted by nsbca7:

The shipping actually is $18.05, it's my Minnesota sales tax of $98.67 that bumps up the price a bit. I see that Tri State has a 30-day return policy (from date of invoice).... I guess I need to decide if Costo's very liberal (basically lifetime) return policy is worth a couple of 'Ben Franklins'.

Mattel Barbie Photo Designer Digital Camera

01/25/2005 01:06:54 AM · #7

Finally I can say something worth while! I work for Costco and we have an absolutely awesome return policy. You can actually return anything up to five years after you bought it. You should see the swimming pools, BBQs, and all other summer products come back in Septmeber that we return. "Uh, yeah, the flame didn't get hot enough and some non-existent part broke." Don't even start me on Big screen TVs & the Super Bowl... Man it makes me mad sometimes. (Done ranting)
Anyways, Costco has an awesome return policy, definitely worth the extra bucks!

nsbca7

01/25/2005 01:12:21 AM · #8

Originally posted by casualguy:

Originally posted by nsbca7:
Shipping sounds more then a little high.

Anyway here is the same kit from Tri State Cameras which also has a return policy for US $1,369.99 and only $30 shipping and insurance. (No Sales Tax!)

Screw Costco, save a couple hundred duckys.

The shipping actually is $18.05, it's my Minnesota sales tax of $98.67 that bumps up the price a bit. I see that Tri State has a 30-day return policy (from date of invoice).... I guess I need to decide if Costo's very liberal (basically lifetime) return policy is worth a couple of 'Ben Franklins'.

If that really is a lifetime return policy - no strings attached I would think it would be well worth the extra money. You still have the one year Canon warranty in any case, for what it's worth. I would definatly check the fine print to be sure of the conditions for return with that Costco lifetime policy.

Costco's Risk Free 100% Satisfaction Guarantee
On merchandise: We guarantee your satisfaction on every product we sell by offering a full refund, subject to certain product specific limitations.

I would definatly find out what those limitation are.

01/25/2005 01:14:42 AM · #9

Most likely food products so you can't return an empty box or some other consumable item.

BrennanOB

Canon EOS-1D Mark II

Mattel Barbie Photo Designer Digital Camera

01/25/2005 01:14:42 AM · #10

Originally posted by deapee:

hrmm...I didn't think they charged tax on the internet??? Or did something change?

You must pay sales tax if you live in a state where the seller has a brick and mortar store. Sort of unfair but at least you can return it locally if anything goes wrong.

nsbca7

01/25/2005 01:17:01 AM · #11

Originally posted by kidchico:

Most likely food products so you can't return an empty box or some other consumable item.

You work there, don't you know?

01/25/2005 01:22:00 AM · #12

Yeah, but not that department (membership) I have heard of the CRAZIEST things being returned; a five-year old pee-stained mattress, a 99% eaten deli tray containing rolled meats, and many more! Their policy on returning computers is unmatched: computers can be returned up to 90 days after purchase for any reason at all!

01/25/2005 01:22:27 AM · #13

Originally posted by kidchico:

Hey kidchico.... I noticed my local Costco store had the Digital Rebel w/lense plus an extra battery and a Canon bag. Do you know how they decide when and if an item (such as the 20D) will be available at their stores (maybe with a similar package).