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11-16-2006 | 09:28 PM
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My Ride: In a place where the Mercedes density is the highest in the world (no. of MB per square kilometer) I choose a Bimmer, why? because of one thing "The Ultimate Driving Experience"
My Ride:
523i Steptronic, Silver Grey Exterior, Black Interior with Black Dakota Leather and Maple Wood Trim. Chrome Grill, Style 123 rim, Airbags everywhere, PDC, Rain sensor, Auto lights, Moveable front armrest, Advance Climate Control, Glass Sunroof, Auto dimming interior and exterior mirror with foldable functions, Extended Lights package, 6 CD changer in glove box, Power seats with memory, Power adjustable steering wheel, Power rear sunblinds.
Add ons: 123 wheels, chrome grill, K&N Hi flow filter, Eibach Pro Kit, e60.net decal and 24,000km
Past rides:
2001 Nissan Xterra SE
1999 E39 523i
1999 E46 323i
1996 Acura Integra LS
Originally Posted by UUronL' post='357145' date='Nov 17 2006, 12:42 PM
Man... F the PS3. How long will it be before there are decent games? I mean, come on... new systems are painful. The only thing that's even remotely interesting about it is Sony's commitment to open source and Linux on the PS3. If the dev community is as active as I think it will be, it could be a very interesting platform for all sorts of things. Better yet, it could force Microsoft to open up the 360.
Sadly, I'm getting far more enjoyment out of playing NES roms on my Motorola Q than playing any other stuff... and I have a PSP, GBA, PS2, PC, etc...
I remember I got a PS2 when they came out - got lucky and got a kit from Amazon.com. They had a specific time and date when you could basically go to a URL and flog it with the hope of maybe getting the chance to buy one. I got lucky. Had to buy 3 games, an extra controller, and a memory card. It all came to about $500. I remember the games sucked, so I left them unopened and returned them to Best Buy the day after Christmas. In the US, that is the one day of the year when any retailer will take back just about anything without a receipt.
Sadly, I'm getting far more enjoyment out of playing NES roms on my Motorola Q than playing any other stuff... and I have a PSP, GBA, PS2, PC, etc...
I remember I got a PS2 when they came out - got lucky and got a kit from Amazon.com. They had a specific time and date when you could basically go to a URL and flog it with the hope of maybe getting the chance to buy one. I got lucky. Had to buy 3 games, an extra controller, and a memory card. It all came to about $500. I remember the games sucked, so I left them unopened and returned them to Best Buy the day after Christmas. In the US, that is the one day of the year when any retailer will take back just about anything without a receipt.
I've seen a lady returning a dress without tags and receipt and obviously worn, she made such a big fuss out of it that the manager of the store just give her a refund.
11-16-2006 | 10:13 PM
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Originally Posted by AC_S5' post='357170' date='Nov 17 2006, 02:28 PM
Any retailer in the US will take back anything if you are frisky enough.
I've seen a lady returning a dress without tags and receipt and obviously worn, she made such a big fuss out of it that the manager of the store just give her a refund.
I've seen a lady returning a dress without tags and receipt and obviously worn, she made such a big fuss out of it that the manager of the store just give her a refund.
they do it in UK too
But never in HK :thumbsdown:
11-17-2006 | 06:33 AM
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Originally Posted by pinguhk' post='357185' date='Nov 17 2006, 02:13 AM
Well that US for ya.
they do it in UK too
But never in HK :thumbsdown:
they do it in UK too
But never in HK :thumbsdown:
Yeah, I know some people in retail management - friends of my sister who claim that it is pretty common practice for women to go back to stores once a sale has commenced and ask for the reduction in price to be refunded to them.
So... basically let's say they buy a garment for $250. It goes on sale for $175, and they go back and ask for the $75!!! And they get it!!! I'm not talking a few days either - it could be like 3 months or so.
Personally, I think it is pretty questionable and I'd never sacrifice the dignity to do that, but apparently it is a very real part of US retail dynamics. Crazy huh? Buy and enjoy what's new now, -and- benefit from the sale price when shops are trying to unload product after it's not the hottest newest thing. About as close to having your cake and eating it too that I've ever heard about.
11-17-2006 | 06:37 AM
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Originally Posted by UUronL' post='357289' date='Nov 17 2006, 11:33 PM
Yeah, I know some people in retail management - friends of my sister who claim that it is pretty common practice for women to go back to stores once a sale has commenced and ask for the reduction in price to be refunded to them.
So... basically let's say they buy a garment for $250. It goes on sale for $175, and they go back and ask for the $75!!! And they get it!!! I'm not talking a few days either - it could be like 3 months or so.
Personally, I think it is pretty questionable and I'd never sacrifice the dignity to do that, but apparently it is a very real part of US retail dynamics. Crazy huh? Buy and enjoy what's new now, -and- benefit from the sale price when shops are trying to unload product after it's not the hottest newest thing. About as close to having your cake and eating it too that I've ever heard about.
So... basically let's say they buy a garment for $250. It goes on sale for $175, and they go back and ask for the $75!!! And they get it!!! I'm not talking a few days either - it could be like 3 months or so.
Personally, I think it is pretty questionable and I'd never sacrifice the dignity to do that, but apparently it is a very real part of US retail dynamics. Crazy huh? Buy and enjoy what's new now, -and- benefit from the sale price when shops are trying to unload product after it's not the hottest newest thing. About as close to having your cake and eating it too that I've ever heard about.
so why can`t do the same foe the BMW`s 
11-17-2006 | 08:56 AM
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i heard that ebay is regulating how ps3 is sold on their site. i think if you have a satisfaction rating of 98 % or above you can sell as many as you want but not over a certain price. and if you rating is under 98% then you can only sell one. something like that. in my opinion, i think its crazy that people are lining up for a game system. i love my video games, i even have a ms pac man arcade game in my house, but im not camping out to give someone 600 bucks. if it was a BMW, different story 
11-17-2006 | 09:17 AM
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So, I guess everyone has heard about the mayhem yesterday? People were trampled on and shot at. Just for a toy. 
Good thing I'm not the type that needs to have "it" first.
Good thing I'm not the type that needs to have "it" first.
11-20-2006 | 06:16 AM
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Originally Posted by vegastrashed' post='357341' date='Nov 17 2006, 06:17 PM
So, I guess everyone has heard about the mayhem yesterday? People were trampled on and shot at. Just for a toy.
Good thing I'm not the type that needs to have "it" first.
Good thing I'm not the type that needs to have "it" first.
really ? in a country where everyone has on average about 3 handguns, 2 rifles, and a bazooka
11-20-2006 | 02:33 PM
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Originally Posted by 525iSE' post='357557' date='Nov 18 2006, 06:30 PM
People were trampled on and shot at? Why? Anyways, have anyone on the forum gotten their hands on that sexy system?
I wish it was like that for the E60 when it was out 1st day any way so sad for them people. Just a toy and it will be outdate in a few months time.
I wonder will it be the same for the Wii too???
11-20-2006 | 07:36 PM
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My Ride: In a place where the Mercedes density is the highest in the world (no. of MB per square kilometer) I choose a Bimmer, why? because of one thing "The Ultimate Driving Experience"
My Ride:
523i Steptronic, Silver Grey Exterior, Black Interior with Black Dakota Leather and Maple Wood Trim. Chrome Grill, Style 123 rim, Airbags everywhere, PDC, Rain sensor, Auto lights, Moveable front armrest, Advance Climate Control, Glass Sunroof, Auto dimming interior and exterior mirror with foldable functions, Extended Lights package, 6 CD changer in glove box, Power seats with memory, Power adjustable steering wheel, Power rear sunblinds.
Add ons: 123 wheels, chrome grill, K&N Hi flow filter, Eibach Pro Kit, e60.net decal and 24,000km
Past rides:
2001 Nissan Xterra SE
1999 E39 523i
1999 E46 323i
1996 Acura Integra LS
Originally Posted by pinguhk' post='358581' date='Nov 21 2006, 07:33 AM
I wish it was like that for the E60 when it was out 1st day any way so sad for them people. Just a toy and it will be outdate in a few months time.
I wonder will it be the same for the Wii too???