[Price Error] Lenovo ThinkPad Edge E330 13.3" i3-3120M $346, i5-3230M $434, also E531 FHD from $336

Jabba the Hutt on 14/09/2013 - 06:43
Last edited 17/09/2013 - 14:59 by 2 other users

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UPDATE - OFFICIAL RESPONSE

According to Lenovo, the following email will be sent out for affected orders over the next 24 hours.

Dear xxx

Unfortunately, we’ve been unable to accept your recent order due to a pricing error on the Lenovo Australia online store.

Based on current information this affected the following laptop configurations between Friday, September 13 and Monday September 16:

  • ThinkPad Edge E330, E531, T530, T430s & X131e display options
  • ThinkPad Helix digitiser pen, front camera and camera display.

I apologise sincerely for the inconvenience caused and can confirm that this error has now been fixed. If you would like to place another order at the correct price, you may do this on our online store or telephone sales support centre.

If you wish to contact me directly to discuss this further, please feel free to email me on

[email protected]

Yours sincerely
Chris Jowsey
Online Manager, Lenovo Australia

ORIGINAL POST
For some reason, Lenovo is offering a hefty $165 discount if you select the "Arctic Blue" display colour when configuring the E330. There are three base configurations on offer - this applies the the i3-3120M and i5-3230M models (the i3-3110M cannot be reconfigured).

After changing the screen to Arctic Blue, the standard coupons also apply. For the i3-3120M, you can use SEPWELC2013 coupon. For the i5-3230M, the E330DEAL coupon provides a slightly bigger discount on the base config, while SEPWELC2013 may be better if you add upgrades.

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UPDATE: As noted by Souljarh and brick007123, a similar discount also applies to the E531 range by selecting the "FHD Antiglare" screen.

UPDATE 2: See list of discount of different products with code SEPWELC2013 —

  1. E330 - $165
  2. E431 - none
  3. E531 - $176
  4. L430 - none
  5. L530 - none
  6. T430 - none
  7. T530 - $187
  8. T430S - $187
  9. X131e - $132
  10. X230 - none
  11. X1 Carbon - none
  12. X230T - none
  13. W530 - none
  14. Helix - $330
  15. Twist - none
  16. B590 - none

Update 3: Discount on both E330 Arctic Blue and E531 Full HD has been confirmed to be a price error. See this comment as confirmed by Lenovo.Other members have been receiving emails from Lenovo claiming it's the customer who requested the cancellation. Also this email from Lenovo detailing the list of products that were affected by the price error over the weekend.

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Comments

      • easternculture on 14/09/2013 - 14:54
        +1

        Of course, Lenovo could decide to screw everyone here, in order to keep their chump change.

        If your a rep, youll be fired on monday haha

  • nleonb on 14/09/2013 - 13:31

    Friends, I got 2 emails from Lenovo…one stating that Lenovo has received the order and a second one confirming the order (E531 - $337).

    Is there still a chance the order may be cancelled?

    • [Deactivated] on 14/09/2013 - 13:32

      You betcha

    • Gav on 14/09/2013 - 13:40
      +1

      Until it says delivered, YES.

    • striker5950 on 14/09/2013 - 15:30

      yeah I got the same thing, 70% chance all this will not be honored.

  • stig on 14/09/2013 - 13:34

    Good deal if it's not a price error!

  • kenmizuki on 14/09/2013 - 13:34

    I guess that Price Error is free advertising, and they can avoid legal issue as well
    every retailer can do this on purpose

  • CH on 14/09/2013 - 13:39

    I've got the moves like Jabba…

  • cosmic on 14/09/2013 - 13:44
    -1

    for the life of me I can't think of what to do with this laptop I just ordered (if it arrives); my "current" one is under my secondary monitor to prop up its height. I think it's too complicated for the parents, for whom I'm planning to buy a 10" tablet. should I just ebay this if it doesn't work out?

    • cosmic on 14/09/2013 - 14:12
      +1

      why the negs? I only ordered one and I'm genuinely wondering about the practical purposes. apologies if it's taboo to mention ebay. I could just return it to lenovo I suppose.

      • dri on 14/09/2013 - 18:41

        I'm curious about the negs too. A person buying this cant make money reselling it on ebay. The ebay fees would be profit going to ebay and not the seller.

        • ozhunter68 on 15/09/2013 - 00:40

          You would get $400 minimum for the lowest spec ThinkPad Edge E531 Express, with FHD screen or standard HD screen on ebay.Not saying that is a good or bad move. His or her name is not " Broden ", just selling one unit due to a change of mind without cutting too many losses. Happy days

  • [Deactivated] on 14/09/2013 - 13:45

    Guys, I'm sure this is a pricing error.

    • [Deactivated] on 14/09/2013 - 13:47
      +1

      Someone spoke to a manager on the chat and they said it isn't.

  • RocketSwitch on 14/09/2013 - 13:45

    Just ordered the E531 for $336.60, no upgrades. I figured if I'm going to use it primarily for writing or next to my TV, it's worth it. Thanks OP!!

    • fchis on 14/09/2013 - 13:47

      Did u select the free FHD screen (i suspect this part is a price error) at no extra charge?

      • RocketSwitch on 14/09/2013 - 14:00

        Yeah, I did, plus the $1 ThinkPad Noise-Cancelling Earbuds.

  • Infraction on 14/09/2013 - 13:45

    Thanks, got one for mum, fingers crossed

    • [Deactivated] on 14/09/2013 - 13:55
      +5

      Don't tell your mum until its delivered else she will be expecting a replacement at full RRP.

      • Souljarh on 14/09/2013 - 13:58

        made that mistake on the Kogan S4!!

  • manyu882 on 14/09/2013 - 13:49
    +1

    Just Orderd E531 + sceen downgrade+ graphics upgrade + ear bud= $471.24

    • bzha515 on 14/09/2013 - 13:54

      in fact it's an upgrade from HD 1366 * 768 resolution to FHD 1920 *1080 one, though the price goes down.

      hope lenovo can honor it. finger cross

      • manyu882 on 14/09/2013 - 14:20

        finger cross

      • Windows7forever on 14/09/2013 - 16:17

        Is it worth the extra $135 for the dedicated GPU?

  • unicorn888 on 14/09/2013 - 13:50
    +9

    IMHO, I think if everyone here asked their CS to confirm a price error; they will start thinking that is a price error. For me, i just bought it and see if later they said price error; it will be fine for me. Just try my luuck

    • Infraction on 14/09/2013 - 14:33
      +2

      Definitely agree, no point bringing undue attention to it. Having a screenshot of a chat window saying they don't think it's a pricing error isn't going to make any difference down the track

    • Windows7forever on 14/09/2013 - 16:17
      +1

      CS - counter strike?

  • eegos on 14/09/2013 - 13:52

    ordered 1 E531
    fingers crossed*

  • ndenham on 14/09/2013 - 13:52

    Sigh I came really close to buying this but I just can't justify it. Great deal though.

    • Windows7forever on 14/09/2013 - 16:18

      How much cheaper do you want it mate?

  • teh_gimp on 14/09/2013 - 13:54
    +2

    x131e also has the discount for those wanting a 11.6" laptop
    (when selecting the heatwave red cover)

  • triplezzb on 14/09/2013 - 13:58
    +2

    Is anyone else Customer Number: AU00000001?

    I checked out using Paypal without logging on.

    • salem on 14/09/2013 - 14:00

      I am. And I was even registered and using direct deposit.

    • vinc on 14/09/2013 - 14:00

      same. I paid by my credit card..
      I dont think it will be any different if they refund the money.

      • paulaus on 14/09/2013 - 14:46
        +3

        Im Customer Number: AU00000001 also ,come on guys get your own number.

    • beatthesystem on 14/09/2013 - 15:25
      +1

      Customer AU00000001 should be for all Guest purchase without registration

    • odysseus on 14/09/2013 - 15:55
      +1

      You'll get a real customer number in the 2nd e-mail.

    • Noicedie on 14/09/2013 - 19:26

      me too.
      i guess all orders with this customer number will be rejected.

  • vinc on 14/09/2013 - 13:59

    Got one X220 before for around 300 bucks, pretty tough laptop.
    And ordered the E531 for 336.6 this time. Fingers crossed.
    Thanks OP.

    • tonyyang on 15/09/2013 - 00:31
      +1

      how did you get x220 for just $300???

      • fchis on 15/09/2013 - 00:33

        Try searching this forum.

  • kimzie on 14/09/2013 - 14:02

    What about Microsoft Office, to add or not to. I need my excel!

    • easternculture on 14/09/2013 - 14:08

      are you a student or do you have a government/company email addy

      • kimzie on 14/09/2013 - 14:10
        +5

        none of the above, housewife needin excel to keep track of husbands unnecessary ozbargain purchases!

        • easternculture on 14/09/2013 - 14:23

          to keep track of husbands unnecessary ozbargain purchases!

          dont you also need to keep track of her unnecessary bag and shoe purchases!

        • EddieObeid on 15/09/2013 - 09:46

          none of the above, housewife needin excel to keep track of husbands unnecessary ozbargain purchases!

          You should have used this

      • sweefu on 14/09/2013 - 14:11

        how can you get it cheaper with a company email address?

    • Ahan on 14/09/2013 - 14:12

      New to Ozbargain?.. I am sure most of us has got cheap office and windows 8 upgrade from previous deals…

      • kimzie on 14/09/2013 - 14:15
        +1

        never had to buy a personal laptop, hance didnt have the need to find out bout cheap office / win 8 upgrades. looks like i'll have to now

    • couger on 14/09/2013 - 16:14

      Finally I have a chance to use my $49 Office 365 from Binglee, only activated on one PC yet.

      • bibiphok on 14/09/2013 - 16:30
        +1

        You should buy another 4 laptops to make the most of your Office license!

  • dins on 14/09/2013 - 14:03
    +2

    Anyone know how to cancel an order on their site?

    • Ahan on 14/09/2013 - 14:12

      Would like to know about this as well. but it does say free return…

      • dins on 14/09/2013 - 15:08
        +1

        Lenovo Post Sales Department 1300 557 073(option 2) Monday - Friday 9 am - 5 pm Australian EST.

  • samehada on 14/09/2013 - 14:04
    +1

    Why noone mention about 2.8% cashback from Qwibble?

  • Ahan on 14/09/2013 - 14:07

    Live chat is down…

  • fchis on 14/09/2013 - 14:08
    +3

    Someone in Perth decides to make $$ out of this deal on Gumtree lol

    http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/west-perth/laptops/new-lenovo…

    • easternculture on 14/09/2013 - 14:09

      Delivery between 1-2 weeks away. Limited stock so secure now.

      lol

      • abc on 14/09/2013 - 14:30
        +4

        wot a moron!!!

        • easternculture on 14/09/2013 - 14:40

          wot a moron!!!

          Why !! I feel offended now ! … you didnt like my comment :p

        • abc on 14/09/2013 - 14:50

          No I meant the Gumtree seller is a moron. These are LOW END lenovo business laptops. Kind of like a Dell Vostro or HP ProBook.

    • Windows7forever on 14/09/2013 - 16:22

      Broden reincarnated as one "Adrian" and is now living in WA, selling cheap Lenovo laptops on Gumtree. I wonder how many units he bought? Wow, he's a bona fide businessman now.

    • issh on 14/09/2013 - 16:29
      +1

      why don't we order some, just so he loses money?

      Do the highest spec ones, I doubt that people will buy it

  • Mokr on 14/09/2013 - 14:12

    I got the e330 last time, it's a good machine, but the screen is quite low contrast with poor viewing angles, keep that in mind, you probably want to research it, if you are fine with it, it's not the worst screen but it makes me use it less this is the 13 inch

  • maxlawman on 14/09/2013 - 14:12

    Anyone having trouble getting live chat to work?

    • Ahan on 14/09/2013 - 14:14

      Not working. I want to cancel and reorder just to get starthear rebate…

  • jerouy on 14/09/2013 - 14:12

    My credit card got charged. Well it still shows "PENDING" but the amounts are shown.
    Looks good.

    • fchis on 14/09/2013 - 14:13

      i got charged $1 extra.

      • jerouy on 14/09/2013 - 14:18

        Yeah there is a $1 extra. I think that $1 is only for verifying credit card. Might be returned.

  • Vomo on 14/09/2013 - 14:13

    Got the e531. See what happens. Thanks op

  • johnno07 on 14/09/2013 - 14:13

    E531 bought for $335.70. Most amazing deal.
    You can freeze me in carbonite anytime, Jabba!

    • Windows7forever on 14/09/2013 - 16:23
      +1

      I don't get the joke, I really wish I did…

  • skittle on 14/09/2013 - 14:13

    Be nice if this E531 is honoured. Looks like it has an M.2 SSD slot if you can buy them anywhere. Previously bought a E330, added a tiny mSata SSD and it flys. Might have to rip out that DVD and put in a caddy too.
    Thanks

  • bargaino on 14/09/2013 - 14:13
    +4

    Lets not enumerate our poultry just yet.

    I just got a text from the credit-card fraud check on a $1 transaction, but no name of debiter.
    Anybody else getting a $1 authorisation from Lenovo?

    Its only a dollar, so I guess i'll approve it.

    • bargaino on 14/09/2013 - 15:58
      +1

      reply to self: the $1 was for the earbuds. they have not debited the laptop cost yet.

      • fchis on 14/09/2013 - 16:46

        Everyone paid it through cc will get charged $1 much like ebay for verification purpose.

  • moyanous on 14/09/2013 - 14:15

    Is the discrete graphics upgrade on the E531 worth the extra $146?
    Can this be added after market?

  • Coops1 on 14/09/2013 - 14:15
    +1

    http://www.themercury.com.au/news/breaking-news/united-honou…

    If United can do it selling a $1000 airfare for $5… Kogan and Lenovo should honor the phones and lappies to :)

    • Ahan on 14/09/2013 - 14:18

      Airfare is a whole different story… The increase in cost for additional passengers is insignificant comparing to the cost of manufacturing more laptops.

    • abc on 14/09/2013 - 14:28

      Was that posted on Slick Deals?

  • lknight on 14/09/2013 - 14:17

    CC charged means nothing. Dont think anyone's order has progressed from 'Order Processing' except for one maybe?

    • paleorana on 14/09/2013 - 14:25

      I have ordered an E330 for my sister whose lapotp is currently bricked and that has moved to 'Released to Manufacturing.'

      The E531 I ordered for myself on the other hand still says order processing.

      On another note, any chances of finding any extended batteries or an 8/9 cell for any thinkpad edges?

    • [Deactivated] on 14/09/2013 - 15:16

      Mine says released to manufacturer

  • nfr on 14/09/2013 - 14:24
    +2

    Almighty God please give me strength to resist this deal, I fear I'm going to crack…..

    • manyu882 on 14/09/2013 - 14:26
      +5

      No use bro.

    • easternculture on 14/09/2013 - 14:36
      +3

      Almighty God please give me strength to resist this deal, I fear I'm going to crack…

      Buy now - think/deal with consequences later

      Dont tell the misses now. Just order it and when it arrives with courier say "SURPRISE"

      If she isnt happy,not to worry, Lenovo have a solution for you .. They offer FREE returns

  • xfiledavid on 14/09/2013 - 14:26
    +6

    also brought, not because i need one, but because everyone is buying..
    now we wait…

    • abc on 14/09/2013 - 14:29
      +1

      OzBargain are going to skew Lenovo's laptop shipment stats for this quarter :P

  • rilebags on 14/09/2013 - 14:33
    +1

    Totally not a pricing error. They are clearing 3rd gen stock because of the new haswell lappys.

    • mirovich on 14/09/2013 - 14:36
      +3

      Its price error becuz FHD is cheaper than HD.

      • easternculture on 14/09/2013 - 14:38
        +3

        Its price error becuz FHD is cheaper than HD.

        .

        They are clearing 3rd gen stock

        Or they have just pissed off an employee from the billing department

      • rilebags on 14/09/2013 - 16:03
        +1

        Either way they are discontinuing these models and releasing the haswells before christmas. I wouldn't be surprised if it was intentional, otherwise they would have shut it down by now.

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