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4. Wife bought refurbished MacBook some time ago, lasted years, she sold when wanted an upgrade.

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Would you buy a refurbished computer? I can't afford anything else. [View all] zanana1 Jul 8 OP

As long as it's up to date to handle current software, sure. NBachers Jul 8 #1

Yes. I have had very good luck with refurbished computers Glorfindel Jul 8 #2

Yes JustAnotherGen Jul 8 #5

I have and didn't have any regrets EverHopeful Jul 8 #6

Yes mgardener Jul 8 #7

It all depends on who is selling it Chasstev365 Jul 8 #8

Only with a solid money-back guarantee SheltieLover Jul 8 #10

Yes, I have bought two MacBooks used HappyH Jul 8 #11

Try This cite Chasstev365 Jul 8 #12

I used to recommend Newegg all the time, but never again. Ferrets are Cool Jul 8 #14

I shop at Micro Center Bluestocking Jul 8 #15

I have never bought a computer that wasn't refurbished. intheflow Jul 8 #17

A refurbished justaprogressive Jul 8 #18

I haven't bought new in 20 years. Jirel Jul 10 #20