Hmmmm.....what would you do? HELP!

[luv my bags]

Ok, so I'm wanting a MC Speedy in black. I have the option of either

A. buying one that is about 3yrs old, in good condition with a small pen mark on the inside of the bag at the bottom for $1100 (so once my stuff is in it it won't show) or......

B. buying a new one that is sitting in someones closet and is selling it for $1575?

I just don't know if "saving" $475 is worth getting someone elses used bag. I just worry that they're "good" condition won't be the same as my "good" condition. BUT, then again it IS $475 that could go to another NEW bag.....what would you do?

Thanks!

 

[Ethan's Mommy]

I always say buy the cheaper..I like more bang for my buck personally!

good luck either way I LOOOOOVE that bag!

 

[latinmalemodel]

I would be afraid to buy a used MC but if you really wanna save some $ id say B and remember that you get what you pay for...

 

[John 5]

I too would get the cheaper one. Sure it may have a smal penmark, but if your stuff is going to be covering it up, that shouldn't really be a problem.

Do you have any pics of the bags?

 

[shizuka]

i would go for the cheaper one and buy a bnew wallet for the $475 that i saved

 

[Hemlock]

I'd go for the cheaper but be sure you know the condition. Ask a ton of questions. I've bought new and used before....sometimes used is a good deal but only if you are sure the bag is in the condition it's advertised.

 

[mshel]

Look her bag over, if it looks up to your standards, by all means...save that 500!

 

[hlfinn]

yeah i would ask about any other damage but if it was otherwise in good condition buythe cheaper one! whats the retail?

 

[luvmy3girls]

personally...I can't deal with used bags. I'm so anal about my stuff. It would drive me nuts..if its going to get dirty, it needs to be my dirt. I had recently purchased a wapity off of ebay (first and last used purchase ever) and it smelled really bad. ugh!!!!! Plus, if your going to spend that much on a bag, I would just spend alittle more and get a brand new one.

 

[just_jill325]

make sure you ask if it has any funny smells!! like perfume or cigs smell or something...

but I'd get the cheaper one also!

 

[lainie63]

Truthfully, I can't enjoy a used bag that much, especially one that comes with a flaw.In the scheme of things, you are still spending alot of money on the bag, over 1k-I would spend the extra money or not buy it at all.

 

[queenmab]

I've had good luck with used / eb bags. But its usually something that I can't get in stores anymore.

Take a good hard look at the pictures and decide if you can't live without it. Then jump.

 

[pinki682]

Truthfully, I can't enjoy a used bag that much, especially one that comes with a flaw.In the scheme of things, you are still spending alot of money on the bag, over 1k-I would spend the extra money or not buy it at all.

^I agree with this point of view.

 

[fashionista7]

i would go for the cheaper one and buy a bnew wallet for the $475 that i saved

I think that's an excellent idea

 

[PurseNut911]

I would spend more money on buying a new bag. This is probably not a practical method in terms of $$$, but for my own peace of mind, it's priceless! Plus I like the idea of being able to create my own history with my new bag.

However, if I had the very-good-condition item right in front of me where I can see, smell, and analyze it and I don't feel the "heebie jeebies"--- perhaps that would be enough for me to buy it "used" and feel really good about saving money!

Good luck with your decision!!