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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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aznshorty
Apr 22, 2020
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Quote from sampath.addepalli :
are open box excellent items eligible for discount or it's just fair and satisfactory?
I just got an excellent open box

I called 2 stores. One applied the discount without me having to give sku or show coupon. The 2nd said employee had to be with me or call and place order for me
Apr 22, 2020
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tubs
Apr 22, 2020
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They are dropping the hammer to enforce employee F&F only. Been working with South Austin store (ordered quite a bit) and they just informed me they were just notified to only offer this to F&F. Fortunately, they are letting my orders go (I got "lucky").

EDIT: I should add that I do know a BB employee in a different town and so I suppose technically I qualify (makes me feel better anyway!).
Apr 22, 2020
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wspfan
Apr 22, 2020
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Quote from Dennis885 :
Got shut down with the "employee needs to order it" line. I have an acquaintance who works for Best Buy I'm hoping to get their employee ID and see if that will be enough.
If you go into store, the price is already marked down when they scan the box. No need to call. Visit store.
Apr 22, 2020
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MikeS8830
Apr 22, 2020
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i nee
Quote from tubs :
They are dropping the hammer to enforce employee F&F only. Been working with South Austin store (ordered quite a bit) and they just informed me they were just notified to only offer this to F&F. Fortunately, they are letting my orders go (I got "lucky").

EDIT: I should add that I do know a BB employee in a different town and so I suppose technically I qualify (makes me feel better anyway!)

Quote from tubs :
They are dropping the hammer to enforce employee F&F only. Been working with South Austin store (ordered quite a bit) and they just informed me they were just notified to only offer this to F&F. Fortunately, they are letting my orders go (I got "lucky").

EDIT: I should add that I do know a BB employee in a different town and so I suppose technically I qualify (makes me feel better anyway!).
i need to know your friend too... my washer just quit!
Apr 22, 2020
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st3ven
Apr 22, 2020
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Called a store in LA this morning. The lady who answered the phone was very nice and helpful. Got the promo applied to a LG washer and dryer in 'Satisfactory' condition. She said they were both physically in really good looking condition. The dryer had glue residue from what appeared to be a sticker that was on it previously...but most of the plastic was still on it. The washer had some residue on the top of the washer and on front of the door but nothing that couldn't be washed off she said.

All in all it came out to be $1160 after tax for both units, the hookup kits, and 3 year geek squad protection plan on both units. Normal price would've been $1900 before tax.


https://www.bestbuy.com/site/lg-7...Id=5545700


https://www.bestbuy.com/site/lg-4...Id=5545500
Apr 22, 2020
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bigal2001
Apr 22, 2020
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Picked up a Samsung washer and dryer, had to buy it from 2 different stores though. Just informed the associate about a SKU coupon that I had, nothing about 50 percent off. Thanks!!!
Apr 22, 2020
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litehazelbandit
Apr 22, 2020
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I talked to a friend who's a best buy employee and he immediately knew of this promo and offered his associate number.

I called two stores to order a refrigerator and a stove. They both immediately knew of the promo and it went flawlessly. One store also offered an additional 100 off the purchase for doing pickup Instead of delivery.

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Apr 22, 2020
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randomplayer0
Apr 22, 2020
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Secured a washer and dryer set at 550. Called again to buy some more but the same rep said he couldn't apply the same discount anymore. Maybe the manager balked at him. Thanks!
Apr 22, 2020
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Crazyheaven
Apr 22, 2020
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Where can I get the coupon?
Apr 22, 2020
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tubs
Apr 22, 2020
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Another store just shut me down, telling me it's now employee only and no F&F.
Apr 22, 2020
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Sean89us
Apr 22, 2020
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THANK YOU OP!! I was able to STEAL some appliances with this discount!!
Got this refrigerator [bestbuy.com] for $674.99
and this range [bestbuy.com] for $260.99

They were ordered from separate stores in the Kansas City, MO area but every store I called was able to apply the discount. FYI for anyone who needs it, the discount coupon SKU is 5711631 and they did not need manager approval to use it. I was able to do extended financing on both using my Best Buy credit card.

I did have to pay a delivery fee of $69.99 on the range though because it's less than $300 and I don't own a truck Smilie
Apr 22, 2020
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scheister
Apr 22, 2020
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Quote from ivancarranza :
Has anyone had any luck getting the chat to apply this coupon?
tried yesterday, no luck
Apr 22, 2020
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firecrackermom
Apr 22, 2020
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I am forever grateful to OP. In the process of buying a house. Regular price for kitchen appliances (fridge, range, dishwasher, over range microwave) was $5138.86 with tax and no warranty. I paid $1826.83 and got a 3 year warranty and free delivery! OP saved me $3,312.03! Plus I was able to delay delivery until 5/26, the day after we close on the new house and we bought much higher end appliances than we budgeted for. I couldn't be more excited about this deal. Thank you OP!
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cmvaldez1017
Apr 22, 2020
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I just bought a refrigerator and gas dryer that was open box and 50% off. The online inventory isn't 100% accurate of what they have in stock, but the gentleman who i spoke with 3 different times was super helpful in the appliance department. My suggestion would be when calling is get transfered over to appliances immediately rather then discuss stuff with a customer service rep. Happy hunting slick dealers

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Apr 22, 2020
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alboi
Apr 22, 2020
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This works for South Philly BB store. Got an LG washing (Model: WM3700HWA) for $157!!! Goes for $750 new. It was Open Box (satisfactory) for $680. Called the store and had the associate tell me if it was available and what the condition was. She checked and told me it was in very good condition besides two faint scratches on the front.

I then asked her what the price was. She said $315. I was thinking that maybe that price was with the F&F coupon already applied, but then I asked her if she could try and add it. She was like "yeah no problem." She already knew about the discount and was very willing to try and apply. She put me on hold for a good 2 minutes but then came back and told me the coupon does apply, and that the final price came out to $157. She was like "woah! that's a steal!"

I added the $70 delivery and with the tax on top the total came out $245. I'm very happy with that. Thanks OP!

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