Where to buy?

Tufargon · Dec 24, 2017

I've been looking online for a friend of mine who wants to buy an XSP. I don't think i'll be able to talk him out of buying now instead of waiting to see if they announce a new bird so i'm just trying to find him a good price on a new or refurb. He just wants to make sure he has a warranty.
Thanks in advance all.

KentA · Dec 24, 2017

Suggest that he watch the Autel Robotics web site,
Store | Autel Robotics
Refurbished X-Stars pass through regularly.

Tufargon · Dec 24, 2017

Thanks KentA. Looks like that might be the best bet at this point seeing almost every place is out of stock.

KentA · Dec 24, 2017

Tufargon said:
Thanks KentA. Looks like that might be the best bet at this point seeing almost every place is out of stock.

Maybe there will be some returns after Christmas.

Tufargon · Dec 24, 2017

I'm thinking so too.

kroorda · Dec 25, 2017

Check Newegg.com or Ebay.

Tufargon · Dec 25, 2017

Thanks kroorda. He has a bid on a brand new one on ebay at the moment. Hope warranty is ok that way if he does win the auction. Definately would not buy a used one on there. Unfortunately newegg doesn't have any.

ForeBird · Dec 26, 2017

Don't buy from SSE Photo & Video!!
They have them advertised as "Brand New" for $699. I ordered one and it's anything but new.
It arrived without outer packaging, damaged propellers and images and videos already on the SD card.
Thankfully I purchased with PayPal and I'm going through the return process now, so far with no response from SSE Photo & Video. I thought they might be safe since they are on Amazon, but I purchased direct from them...Big mistake!

kroorda · Dec 26, 2017

I purchased a used XSP from a guy on Ebay. Even though it had been slightly used, Autel renewed the warranty on it when I got it! Autel is incredible, and is really dedicated to providing the highest level of customer service.

Electron Mover · Dec 26, 2017

Best Buy has them brand new, use the search function on their website.

Tufargon · Dec 26, 2017

Thanks for all the input. He lost the auction so i'm still looking for an exceptional deal for him.

kroorda · Dec 26, 2017

Tufargon said:
Thanks kroorda. He has a bid on a brand new one on ebay at the moment. Hope warranty is ok that way if he does win the auction. Definately would not buy a used one on there. Unfortunately newegg doesn't have any.

Purchasing any item on Ebay just requires a little more research. If the item is used, it's definitely worth the time to 'Contact the seller' and ask questions about how it was used, it's condition, when it was originally purchased, etc. Then, if the item sent to you is not as it was represented, then PayPal will withhold payment to the seller and Ebay will allow you to send the item back to the seller. Saying that 'you wouldn't buy anything used from Ebay' is denying yourself the opportunity to some great finds. Just do your research. Before I got my XSP from an Ebay seller, I not only found out that he had only used the aircraft 3 times (verifyable by reading the battery uses), but, after a number of 'contact the seller' communications, the guy gave me his home phone and address (and I verified that). If a person has nothing to hide (or be ashamed of) then they won't mind giving you the information and confidence you need to make such a purchase. In my case, the guy spent money on an item that he didn't need and couldn't afford. Again, Ebay can be a great resource - if you happen to come across an item you need, that someone else doesn't need.

kroorda · Dec 26, 2017

Tarfugon: Here you go: Jump on it!
https://autelxpilots.com/threads/x-star-premium-for-sale-super-clean.1516/

Tufargon · Dec 26, 2017

kroorda said:
Tarfugon: Here you go: Jump on it!
https://autelxpilots.com/threads/x-star-premium-for-sale-super-clean.1516/

Yeah, I saw that earlier but thought I could save my bud a few bucks by just waiting for a refurb direct from Autel for $549 shipped and know the warranty would absolutely be good.
You got me wrong a while ago. I didn't say I wouldn't buy "anything" used on Ebay. It's just this one thing and it's all about warranty reasons. But as stated above it might be transferable. I've been buying and selling on Ebay for a long long time so I totally agree with what you were saying about there being honest sellers. Exactly what we were discussing about the Master Airscrew props in the other thread about that questionable seller.

Tufargon · Dec 29, 2017

Well, he got a great deal on a used XSP on Ebay. It was used less than one hour and came with two batteries, motor covers and all the usual stuff. Only paid $535.

01BIRDDOG · Dec 29, 2017

I think getting the XSP might be easier than getting extra batteries.

Tufargon · Dec 29, 2017

I'm not to sure about that. I probably seen less than 20 XSP's available and some wanted insane prices.

Elgogo · Dec 30, 2017

This company is going down dude. Buy from Dji a.company that has been selling drones throughout the Christmas season . How can you trust a company that doesn't even have items to sell during the busiest season of the year? Unbelievable . Just tell your buddy to look elsewhere and to go to a real company doing real business. That's just my Two cents.

KentA · Dec 30, 2017

Elgogo has made only 5 posts in 4 different threads but they all say essentially the same thing. Apparently his knowledge is limited.

Elgogo · Dec 30, 2017

KentA said:
Elgogo has made only 5 posts in 4 different threads but they all say essentially the same thing. Apparently his knowledge is limited.

I'm sorry dude if I'm telling the truth. Continue with you Mickey mouse drones and Mickey mouse company and enjoy the rest of the year and hope you have a wonderful 2018