Bonus Xbox 360 Valued at $249 with Asus Computer Purchases over $700

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Bonus Xbox 360 Valued at $249 with Asus Computer Purchases over $700

lgchuson on 07/11/2011 - 21:11 www.harveynorman.com.au (2454 clicks)

Drove past a Harvey Norman and had an ad saying the above deal, went home to confirm on their website.

Might be worth looking at if you in the market for a new laptop. Asus is quite decent as well.

And ebay still sells xboxes quite strongly currently, if you don't prefer to keep the console!

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yaziyo on 07/11/2011 - 21:31 ¶

Now, the question is, are all their laptops priced at $250 above what you'd pay elsewhere?

Not in the market for a laptop (or xbox) so won't be scoping it out, but these HN sales always interest me and I'll be keeping watch.
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homersyd on 07/11/2011 - 21:52 ¶

I would stay away from HN as they often bump up prices before so-called "specials"…

As an example the Asus G74 cost $2999 at HN, while MLN/MSY (cant remember which) are selling the same for only $1999 - $1000 markup from HN.
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  ITveteran on 08/11/2011 - 07:20 ¶
  
  True. HN seems not very honest these days. So dodgy are they. However their Bigbuys site does have some real deals.
- Cryptik on 08/11/2011 - 19:18 ¶
  
  Do a bit more research there are many G74 models with different specs AT DIFFERENT PRICE RANGES. There is no mark up what so ever they are just selling it at the retailers recommended price.
  - rav0 on 11/11/2011 - 11:54 ¶
    
    I bought my laptop last year from Harvey Norman for $799, the RRP was $899 but Harvey Norman's list price was $999. (Clive Peeters at the time was cheaper but their stock was missing)
iimech on 07/11/2011 - 22:05 ¶

I think you need to apply for the FLEXI RENT to get the xbox.
- theearth on 07/11/2011 - 22:11 ¶
  
  you are right iimech. here the fine print.
  Terms & Conditions
  Conditions of BONUS XBOX 360
  
  Offer ends 13 November 2011, unless sold out earlier. Bonus offer applies only with the purchase of the selected products. Not to be used in conjunction with any other offer. Bonus can only be redeemed at teh store from which the applicable product(s) are purchased. Bonus is not transferable for a discount, cash or gift card. For a full refund, all items must be returned in their original condition. Terms and conditions apply.
  
  Based on a 36 month term rental agreement or consumer lease, payable monthly (GST inclusive) and calculated on the advertised value ($1098) of the goods. Subject to credit approval by Flexirent Capital Pty Ltd. Rates, terms and conditions are current as at February 2010 and are subject to change without notice. At the end of the term, the customer, at their option, may return the goods to Flexirent for no additional charge, or for an additional charge, extend the consumer lease or rental agreement, or purchase the goods outright for a residual value as determined by Flexirent Capital Pty Ltd. Based on the advertised value of the goods, the total cost of the agreement or lease will be no less than $2052 (rounded down to the nearest dollar). This value assumes that the regular repayments are maintained as per the terms of the credit facility. A 12 or 24 monthly option is available. Flexirent is a credit facility provided by Flexirent Capital Pty Ltd A.B.N. 93 064 046 046. Product Care for either 12 or 24 months is available and may be incorporated into the term of the rental agreement or consumer lease. See in store for the full Flexirent terms, conditions and product disclosure statement. When considering whether Flexirent is a suitable product for your needs, it is recommended that you consult your financial consultant or advisor.
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    yaziyo on 07/11/2011 - 22:15 ¶
    
    I think you might be mistaken.
    
    "Bonus Xbox 360 Valued at $249 with Asus Computer Purchases Over $700" It does say purchases.
    
    Also, I believe the second big chunk is just about flexi-rent. If you go to one of the non-eligable laptops, it still has flexirent in the T&C, just nothing about an Xbox.
    
    Not sure though, but it looks that way to me.
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Fincky on 07/11/2011 - 22:19 ¶

http://www.harveynorman.com.au/product/1256976613214/asus-ns...
I bought this from hardly normal a month ago for $996. Could buy 2 xbox's and a game with that.
- spawnpoint on 07/11/2011 - 22:31 ¶
  
  So it seems they have increased their prices. Is this something that can be reported to the ACCC, this promotion is very misleading if this is the case
  - Fincky on 07/11/2011 - 22:33 ¶
    
    Well no, they have had it at this for a few weeks, Just pointing out for people to be wary.
  - Cryptik on 08/11/2011 - 19:21 ¶
    
    Have fun reporting it and it being rejected when the laptop was at $996 it was a sale. They are selling it at the retail price they are doing nothing legally wrong.
    - Fincky on 08/11/2011 - 21:44 ¶
      
      If they did it the night before the sale started then they would be in trouble, but they mostly plan these things in advance.
- lgchuson on 07/11/2011 - 23:19 ¶
  
  Wouldn't HN have a price matching system which you can use with this deal? Can anyone confirm that who used to deal/work with them?
Fincky on 07/11/2011 - 22:33 ¶

Damn near impossible to find a full specs sheet for this: http://www.harveynorman.com.au/product/1256980853600/asus-ks...

If you can find a full one you are better googler then I, I did find SOME specs but not everything.
- Ace on 08/11/2011 - 00:24 ¶
  
  http://www.domayneonline.com.au/asus-k53sv-series-laptop.htm...
  
  Best I could find on that exact model number. (K53SV-SX545V)
  
  But if you look at this spec page, I assume the K53SV-SX545V model will have the best options of the lot as when comparing other specs it seems to be the top range model.
  
  edit: Actually, it might not be the top spec'ed as I'm sure HN would've mentioned that it has a Blu-ray/DVD Combo drive rather than just a 'DVD Burner'. It's best to just go in store and ask or find out yourself if they have a demo model.
  - Fincky on 08/11/2011 - 12:53 ¶
    
    I found both those pages, both are pretty usless…
    No clue wether it has 5400/7200 rpm HDD, Bluray, USB3.0… It looked like the best deal from harveys though
evolution-flip on 08/11/2011 - 00:54 ¶

Holy McShizzle, I just bought an Asus U36D on Sunday and they start this a day after. Can I go back with a receipt and demand a lovely Xbox? :(
- theearth on 08/11/2011 - 06:01 ¶
  
  depends on how much you paid for it.currernt price is $1798 and i doubt you paid $1798 full price.
  - evolution-flip on 08/11/2011 - 08:44 ¶
    
    I paid $999 for it, as it was on the 50% off sale. I still want an Xbox, I feel severely ripped off. I'm going to sue them.
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      fattyboombatty on 08/11/2011 - 08:50 ¶
      
      sue them for 1 BRAZILLION DOLLERS
      
      mwah ha ha ha ha
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      kluger on 08/11/2011 - 10:24 ¶
      
      the people have to spend $1798 on this laptop to get a free xbox. you bought it for $999 .please get over it.having said that for $1798 HN should offer 4 free xbox's.|0|
    - evolution-flip on 08/11/2011 - 17:33 ¶
      
      Thanks for the getting over it advice, otherwise I was just about to sue them.
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      zxcv on 10/11/2011 - 19:18 ¶
      
      why did you pay 999? it should have been 899? and also the u36sd is actually selling for 1398 at the moment so its still semi discounted!
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vinh0705 on 08/11/2011 - 16:32 ¶

I think we must do the same as their ads on tivi or radio: "Harvey Norman…. Go… AWAY". :-)