+Yingling Posted May 13, 2004 Share Posted May 13, 2004 (edited) I just started Geocaching and after some research I decided the Garmin eTrex Legend was the best unit for my needs. Then I was out for the best price. It takes a little work, but anyone can have a new eTrex Legend for $132.50 (add local tax). This will work through August 1st 2004, just follow the steps below. 1) Go to http://walmart.com and add the Legend to your shopping cart. It should be $162.50. Print the page showing the price and description. 2) Purchase the Legend at either your local Best Buy or Circuit City. Show them the printed add from Walmart.com and have them price match it for you. 3) Print and complete the Garmin $30 rebate form found here. http://www.garmin.com/whatsNew/currentpromotions/index.html Unfortunately, the Wal-mart retail stores will not price match the adds found on Walmart.com, so you have to purchase it at another retailer that will price match with them. It was explained to me that Wal-mart and Walmart.com are two different companies. The best part is you get the GPS right way and don't have to wait for it to be shipped to you! Happy Caching! Edited May 13, 2004 by yingling Quote Link to comment
+Geo Leo Posted May 13, 2004 Share Posted May 13, 2004 I just started Geocaching and after some research I decided the Garmin eTrex Legend was the best unit for my needs. Then I was out for the best price. It takes a little work, but anyone can have a new eTrex Legend for $132.50 (add local tax). This will work through August 1st 2004, just follow the steps below. 1) Go to http://walmart.com and add the Legend to your shopping cart. It should be $162.50. Print the page showing the price and description. 2) Purchase the Legend at either your local Best Buy or Circuit City. Show them the printed add from Walmart.com and have them price match it for you. 3) Print and complete the Garmin $30 rebate form found here. http://www.garmin.com/whatsNew/currentpromotions/index.html Unfortunately, the Wal-mart retail stores will not price match the adds found on Walmart.com, so you have to purchase it at another retailer that will price match with them. It was explained to me that Wal-mart and Walmart.com are two different companies. The best part is you get the GPS right way and don't have to wait for it to be shipped to you! Happy Caching! I tried to get Best Buy to pricematch a Vista based on a Walmart.com printout and they refused. They said it had to be available in a local store at that price, not just on the internet. I guess it just depends on the clerk. Why not just order it from Walmart.com? Not sure if the rebate would still work on an internet purchase, though. Quote Link to comment
+Yingling Posted May 13, 2004 Author Share Posted May 13, 2004 I tried to get Best Buy to pricematch a Vista based on a Walmart.com printout and they refused. Mmmmm, good to know. I was told Best Buy would price match as long as the company had a store front, but I have no experience with them doing this first hand. Anyone else have any problems with Best Buy price matching? Maybe it's only if the clerk knows that Walmart.com and Wal-mart are not one in the same. I was able to do it at Circuit City in Jacksonville last night without a problem. Why not just order it from Walmart.com? That would work, but I couldn't wait any longer to start hunting! Quote Link to comment
+JeepCachr Posted May 13, 2004 Share Posted May 13, 2004 Its a couple bucks cheaper at Amazon $159.94- http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/tg/detai...garden&n=507846 and you can still get the rebate. Plus if you decide to order it from them it has free shipping. Won't WalMart pricematch their own online price? Quote Link to comment
+Yingling Posted May 13, 2004 Author Share Posted May 13, 2004 (edited) Good deal on the price, but local retailers will not price match online retailers usually. If you don't mind waiting that's the way to go for sure! Won't WalMart pricematch their own online price? Nope! Unfortunately, the Wal-mart retail stores will not price match the adds found on Walmart.com, so you have to purchase it at another retailer that will price match with them. It was explained to me that Wal-mart and Walmart.com are two different companies. Edited May 14, 2004 by yingling Quote Link to comment
+JeepCachr Posted May 13, 2004 Share Posted May 13, 2004 Good deal on the price, but local retailers will not price match will online retailers usually. If you don't mind waiting that's the way to go for sure! Won't WalMart pricematch their own online price? Nope! Unfortunately, the Wal-mart retail stores will not price match the adds found on Walmart.com, so you have to purchase it at another retailer that will price match with them. It was explained to me that Wal-mart and Walmart.com are two different companies. West Marine will match any online price as long as you bring them a printout with the price including shipping. They will even do it through their website if you email them the link to where you can get it for less. Quote Link to comment
+Yingling Posted May 13, 2004 Author Share Posted May 13, 2004 Wow, that's great! I could have used that info several times over the last ten years or so. Thanks for the tip! So it looks like the best deal is to grab is at amazon.com, if you can't wait for it then price match it at West Marine and don't forget to do the rebate on time. Thanks JeepCachr! Quote Link to comment
Seven-Up Posted May 14, 2004 Share Posted May 14, 2004 Bought the legend from Amazon.com on Sunday night. It came Wed. Works great! We are thrilled as we were using a yellow etrex with loose wires. LOL Great Deal!!! Seven-Up Quote Link to comment
nick_02 Posted May 14, 2004 Share Posted May 14, 2004 I tried to get Best Buy to pricematch a Vista based on a Walmart.com printout and they refused. Mmmmm, good to know. I was told Best Buy would price match as long as the company had a store front, but I have no experience with them doing this first hand. Anyone else have any problems with Best Buy price matching? Maybe it's only if the clerk knows that Walmart.com and Wal-mart are not one in the same. I was able to do it at Circuit City in Jacksonville last night without a problem. Why not just order it from Walmart.com? That would work, but I couldn't wait any longer to start hunting! did the one at ciruit city have the pc link cable? Quote Link to comment
+Yingling Posted May 14, 2004 Author Share Posted May 14, 2004 did the one at ciruit city have the pc link cable? Yepper! Quote Link to comment
+SunnyCyndi Posted May 14, 2004 Share Posted May 14, 2004 If you have a "Sportsmans Warehouse" near you, they have Legends for $159. I bought one (for myself ) on Mother's Day. The rebate slip said the only thing you cannot get the rebate for is Legends purchased through online auctions. Quote Link to comment
pstrang Posted May 14, 2004 Share Posted May 14, 2004 Before you buy new...check out my kit. Mine is in mint condition/like new and includes around $80 in extras! http://forums.Groundspeak.com/GC/index.php?showtopic=71109 Quote Link to comment
+TheDenvernators Posted May 16, 2004 Share Posted May 16, 2004 Pre-rebate, I had Best Buy match walmart.coms price on the Legend. In fact, it was the sales reps idea, not mine. I didnt complain. Quote Link to comment
nick_02 Posted May 16, 2004 Share Posted May 16, 2004 If you have a "Sportsmans Warehouse" near you, they have Legends for $159. I bought one (for myself ) on Mother's Day. The rebate slip said the only thing you cannot get the rebate for is Legends purchased through online auctions. ya i saw it there but it said those but they are refurbished in the factoary. Quote Link to comment
nick_02 Posted May 16, 2004 Share Posted May 16, 2004 i got one at circut city it is cool ty on the deal!! Quote Link to comment
+MajorT Posted May 19, 2004 Share Posted May 19, 2004 (edited) AN EVEN BETTER DEAL!!! The Etrex Legend is being sold on amazon.com right now for $154.95. If you sign up for an amazon.com credit card (instant approval for those who qualify), you get a $30 promotional certificate to use on your first purchase at amazon.com using your new amazon.com credit card. (It took me a total of 10 minutes to sign up for the credit card and then purchase the Legend w/ the $30 promotional certificate). If you use the FREE shipping option, your total is: $124.95 This purchase ALSO qualifies for the $30 rebate. Final total after rebate is: $94.95 !!!!!! Edited May 19, 2004 by MajorT Quote Link to comment
+Yingling Posted May 20, 2004 Author Share Posted May 20, 2004 Very nice! Now that's good hunting! Quote Link to comment
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