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Best Buy B&M Major Appliance Open Box additional 50% off Open Box Price (YMMV)

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QA Edit: Seems the 50% off appliance part of this deal may have died but users as of today 5/1 still say they're getting the 50% off on open box TVs still. So we will let this thread stay in Hot Deals for another day or so, for users that still can get it.
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I was shopping around for a new washer/dryer, and picked out a pair by LG. Called in to the store to find out what might be damaged on the washer since you can't go in and see it. The Best Buy website lists the open box price as $695.99. They went over and looked at it, told me about the scuffs, and then mentioned "oh, and the open-box promotion brings it down to $347.99

I bought it, then called the other Best Buy that had the matching dryer, also as open-box. I asked them what was wrong with it, and about the price since "another Best Buy said you're running an open box promotion" and we all know that could be specific to one location or whatnot. The guy on the phone said the price I got the washer for was crazy, he'd never heard of such a thing. He went to explain that open box pricing changes all the time depending on the new item sale prices etc, but he'd ask his manager. He came back and said that there's an additional coupon he has to scan, for 50% off open box major appliances. The Geek Squad extended warranty price is based on the price you pay, not MSRP, so that also goes down in price should you be interested.

Pricing on the website does NOT reflect this promotion. You must call the store so they can scan the coupon, and pay over the phone. My order doesn't show any SKU for a coupon, just the super-low price.

EDIT: Quick Link to Open Box Appliances [bestbuy.com]

The washer & dryer I bought: https://www.bestbuy.com/site/lg-4...Id=6181257

https://www.bestbuy.com/site/lg-7...Id=6181263

See pictures for screenshots from my order.
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QA Edit: Seems the 50% off appliance part of this deal may have died but users as of today 5/1 still say they're getting the 50% off on open box TVs still. So we will let this thread stay in Hot Deals for another day or so, for users that still can get it.
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I was shopping around for a new washer/dryer, and picked out a pair by LG. Called in to the store to find out what might be damaged on the washer since you can't go in and see it. The Best Buy website lists the open box price as $695.99. They went over and looked at it, told me about the scuffs, and then mentioned "oh, and the open-box promotion brings it down to $347.99

I bought it, then called the other Best Buy that had the matching dryer, also as open-box. I asked them what was wrong with it, and about the price since "another Best Buy said you're running an open box promotion" and we all know that could be specific to one location or whatnot. The guy on the phone said the price I got the washer for was crazy, he'd never heard of such a thing. He went to explain that open box pricing changes all the time depending on the new item sale prices etc, but he'd ask his manager. He came back and said that there's an additional coupon he has to scan, for 50% off open box major appliances. The Geek Squad extended warranty price is based on the price you pay, not MSRP, so that also goes down in price should you be interested.

Pricing on the website does NOT reflect this promotion. You must call the store so they can scan the coupon, and pay over the phone. My order doesn't show any SKU for a coupon, just the super-low price.

EDIT: Quick Link to Open Box Appliances [bestbuy.com]

The washer & dryer I bought: https://www.bestbuy.com/site/lg-4...Id=6181257

https://www.bestbuy.com/site/lg-7...Id=6181263

See pictures for screenshots from my order.

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Apr 22, 2020
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jcv114
Apr 22, 2020
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Will Best Buy tell you how many hours an open box OLED tv has over the phone? Not sure if that's info they already have written down about the item
Apr 22, 2020
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bluking
Apr 22, 2020
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Does bestbuy warranty cover oled burn in? If so do they refund your money or replace the tv?
Apr 22, 2020
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acfortier
Apr 22, 2020
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I called a few stores in the Greater Boston area and was able to get this discount on major and appliances and TVs. Ended up getting a Samsung front-load washer for $250.
Apr 22, 2020
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scheister
Apr 22, 2020
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Quote from DanielB3901 :
Called into the store in Charleston, SC about an electric range that was available open box. They said that the discount only applies to TVs and that the normal open box pricing applies.
which location?
Apr 22, 2020
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bluking
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Anyone had any luck in CT?
Apr 22, 2020
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scheister
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Quote from Follywood :
My uncle is the general manager for the Charleston best buy. I'm going to text him and let you guys know whats up. I just got my stimulus check and need a big tv, lol.
What'd he say? And which location? I'm searching the Chas locations for some appliances.
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BMETFerg
Apr 22, 2020
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The 2 stores I called in SW Ohio requested an employee number along with that SKU number floating around. Was worth a shot.

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Apr 22, 2020
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MikeS8830
Apr 22, 2020
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Having the same issue. Called to place the order, as soon as I mentioned the friend and family discount they stated either the employee has to be present or need an employee number..
Anyone finding a way around this?
Apr 22, 2020
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Austex
Apr 22, 2020
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Quote from abbie99 :
Well thank you for doing all the leg work! When I pulled up and asked for the open box sale, they sent the appliance manager out and he made the whole experience very simple. Word gets around quick because there were a few other cars loading up on appliances.
Abbie-- can I get name of manager for south austin?
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I was able to get in on a nice LG washer at Bailey's Crossroads in Northern VA for $400 and just tried calling at another location (Fair Lakes) but was told that this deal is now dead as of this morning. Frown
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Apr 22, 2020
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Quote from bluking :
Anyone had any luck in CT?
Not me, and I really need to replace an appliance.. was told at one store only tv and another needed to be purchased by the employee or accompanied
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Apr 22, 2020
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Quote from iamacanad1an :
I got a 55" C9 for $750. Unfortunately, it had bad uniformity issues when I did a gray slide test, and clearly visible banding/waviness on white/grays. I guess it's going back. Has anyone else had the same problem?

This is an awesome deal, but was expecting better quality given all I've heard about OLED TVs. I guess I'll be holding onto my 2013 LG Plasma a little longer.
You bought a display unit so i wouldn't jump to conclusions on that model all together. I assure you the LG C9 is a phenomenal tv. Can only hope for the best when buying these openbox display models and not expect them to be in flawless condition.
Apr 22, 2020
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Apr 22, 2020
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Tried our local best buy again this morning with the coupon code. Rep was rude and actually stated it was "illegal" for whoever sent us the promo code to have done so. Moving on.

Called a store further away, but the guy happily applied the code and we got a ~1k dishwasher for $390 out the door including hookup kit.
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neovus
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According to the store I called, the lady said the company removed the friends and family portion. It's now only for employees. I guess it's over?

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Quote from santapaws :
Not me, and I really need to replace an appliance.. was told at one store only tv and another needed to be purchased by the employee or accompanied
Which location was doing tvs?

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