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[Possible Price Error] Seagate Hard Drives and Other Things Going Super Cheap from an Amazon Seller

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I imagine this is a mistake but it has been available for >10 minutes and has allowed me to make orders.

Although the shipping is quite steep (almost $36 for 1 hard drive) I have found a number of items for as low as 1c.

I managed to complete 1 order to make sure it worked (YES IT LET ME SHIP TO AUS!) so I guess we'll see how it goes from here.

Probably words lost in the world of OzBargain but try to minimised your orders to allow other people a chance (is Broden-ing still a thing on here?)

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Please note that the seller is a company called Original Wireless (website). All payments, credit card information and refunds are done by Amazon.com. Amazon does not charge until the item is shipped out.

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With respect to items sold by Amazon, we cannot confirm the price of an item until you order; however, we do NOT charge your credit card until after your order has entered the shipping process. Despite our best efforts, a small number of the items in our catalog may be mispriced. If an item's correct price is higher than our stated price, we will, at our discretion, either contact you for instructions before shipping or cancel your order and notify you of such cancellation.

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      • jdr on 05/08/2012 - 21:26
        +2

        Someone has to pack this stuff and see the invoice for say $38 inc shipping for a 3D projector … it won't happen, especially for the massive quantity that is building up in their order queue right now. For ever person here admitting making an order, there are several others who are quietly ordering. And you can be sure that some of the orders are standouts.

        It won't happen :-)

  • silverrat23 on 05/08/2012 - 20:46
    +5

    One cent? Damn there goes my weekly budget!

  • A Banana4scale on 05/08/2012 - 20:48
    +1

    If it does get delivered, I'd delete my ozbargain badge and cry myself to sleep.

    Yep, I ordered even though I remember the saying

    If it's too good to be true, it isn't.

  • PinzVidz on 05/08/2012 - 20:57
    +8

    Maybe this is one of those situations where the seller has been doing the dirty on the wife, and the wife has gone and adjusted all the prices on his inventory on Amazon as payback, just like the chick in the UK that sold the hubbie's Lotus on eBay for 50p http://bbc.in/QCMlNp :)

    • kiwipride on 05/08/2012 - 21:00
      +1

      Yeah, maybe ;)

    • [Deactivated] on 05/08/2012 - 21:08
      +1

      No

  • xcx on 05/08/2012 - 20:59
    +32

    Can someone try an Officeworks pricematch on this? :)

  • Mossy on 05/08/2012 - 21:14

    Well its worth a try, count me in! One HP switch and one projector… we will see…

  • HereYeeHereYee on 05/08/2012 - 21:18

    Great pricing (even if price error) but shipping kills it :(

    Shipping & Handling: $69.90 for standard.

  • SeoN on 05/08/2012 - 21:20

    $38 shipped for the Acer X1220H 3D Ready DLP Projector?

    Worth the gamble IMO…

  • Gomo on 05/08/2012 - 21:27
    +1

    They fixed it just now it seems

    We're sorry. The item Seagate Constellation ES ST1000NM0011 1 TB 3.5 inch Internal Hard Drive-SATA/600-7200 rpm-64 MB Buffer-by SEAGATE TECHNOLOGY is no longer available from the seller you selected. To see if it's available from another seller, click here to return to the item's product detail page.

    • jdr on 05/08/2012 - 21:30
      +4

      that probably just means that this vendor's stock is all ordered now and there is no more.

  • matt777 on 05/08/2012 - 21:30
    -1

    Shipping is the killer. IMO not worth it

  • legendarypoo on 05/08/2012 - 21:34
    +2

    http://slickdeals.net/f/5011356-Price-mistake-EVGA-550-Ti-7-…
    Looks like we aren't the only ones noticing the pricing issue.
    I'm going to wait for fallout, but would be excellent if it worked. Good luck to y'all.

    • A Banana4scale on 05/08/2012 - 21:40
      +2

      says someone got shipping confirmation

      • Falbium on 05/08/2012 - 21:56
        +5

        Later in the thread they admit to lying about that.

  • ttwaite on 05/08/2012 - 21:41
    +6

    Just spent $400K wish me luck.

  • linkyou on 05/08/2012 - 21:42
    +11

    Don't fall for this scam, Someone has hacked the Original Wireless account. They are gathering our information . So anyone wants to give away you details to hackers then try buying it.

  • stripe on 05/08/2012 - 21:43
    +5

    If it seems too good to be true..

    • Magic Mirror on 06/08/2012 - 01:57
      +4

      … then you must post it as a deal on Ozbargain. ;)

  • bajillionaire on 05/08/2012 - 21:43

    A $400 TomTom for $0.99… hmmm…

    • bajillionaire on 05/08/2012 - 21:45

      Oooh a $3000 Cisco switch for $7

  • effgee on 05/08/2012 - 21:49

    clearly their database is all screwed up, just look at the photos for items 11 & 15, they don't match the description at all.

    Pricing error, I doubt anyone will get any of the super bargains listed, not worth chasing IMHO.

  • dreamerman on 05/08/2012 - 21:50

    Bought a few stuff. See how it goes.

  • matteh on 05/08/2012 - 21:51
    +1

    Worth a punt, don't expect anything.

    • jv on 05/08/2012 - 21:55
      +13

      Better odds with Powerball….

  • Coops1 on 05/08/2012 - 22:00
    +4

    This is going to end badly for all.. Have a look a the detailed seller info…..cell phone accessories !

    • rewstar on 05/08/2012 - 22:47
      +2

      Also on their actual website they sell nothing but phone accessories.

    • goyourself on 06/08/2012 - 00:12
      -1

      s

  • sfk10 on 05/08/2012 - 22:01
    +2

    Kinda odd when their website and seller description says they're a phone and accessories shop but somehow they're selling comp peripherals

    • rewstar on 05/08/2012 - 22:04
      +8

      Any link?

  • montorola on 05/08/2012 - 22:06
    +1

    I'm going to take this to officeworks and get a price beat lol

  • EarthMan on 05/08/2012 - 22:07
    +1

    Imagine the nightmare if they accept your order BUT charge your credit card the correct prices not the grossly under priced prices you thought you could scam them with. I was tempted to buy the scanner and the projector but just decided to empty my cart. Just not worth the risk.

    • A Banana4scale on 05/08/2012 - 22:11

      I don't even think that is technically possible since Amazon deals with the billing and not the seller.

      Nonetheless I would be USD $904.22+ shipping poorer

    • [Deactivated] on 05/08/2012 - 22:40
      +1

      Then you call your bank and do a chargeback, showing them the invoice that shows a different price.

      I placed an order for one of the projectors, but I know I won't get it. I just don't want to be left out if by some miracle they get shipped.

      My credit card hasn't been charged yet, so it's obviously not an automated system.

  • unifex on 05/08/2012 - 22:18
    +1

    Just tried to order a few things and the postage was $245 for $20 worth of goods. Hmm not worth it i think hehe

  • irajohn90 on 05/08/2012 - 22:21
    +1

    did the the stock market crash??

  • GateheaD on 05/08/2012 - 22:24
    +1

    So what happens if they send us shit that isn't what we ordered, and we ask for a refund and they only refund the purchase price and they keep the 'shipping'?

    Obviously I would charge back my credit card, but I don't want to screw over amazon during this.

    • jdr on 05/08/2012 - 22:35

      you're worried about Amazon getting screwed over? What about the (far smaller) vendor?

  • joshr1pp3r on 05/08/2012 - 22:29

    Just spent 100… oh oh.

  • ozyack on 05/08/2012 - 22:40
    +1

    Wouldn't waste my time on this.

    • kiwipride on 05/08/2012 - 22:44

      What about mine? :)

  • sparkles on 05/08/2012 - 22:50
    +5

    There's going to be a lot of tears on this thread in the coming days……

  • [Deactivated] on 05/08/2012 - 22:58

    http://www.amazon.com/Acer-Computer-Intel-Touchscreen-HDD-DV…

    Wow haha. $3.95

  • daver on 05/08/2012 - 23:00

    Did a moderator really add those footnotes to the Opening Post, or just someone has a kinky sense of humor. ;) Either way - if you don't get more than you bargained for you might at least get a chuckle come 9.ooam tomorrow morning. Add the rest to Powerball.

    • kiwipride on 06/08/2012 - 06:40

      9am? Pretty sure this is an American store.

  • AMLagonda on 05/08/2012 - 23:02

    God this is tempting :/

  • Mallaca51 on 05/08/2012 - 23:06

    On their actual website, the prices are unbudged.

    This one made me laugh.

    http://www.originalwireless.com/Products/Details/tabid/95/p/…

    50c/mb lol.

    http://www.originalwireless.com/AboutUs.aspx

    Return Policy:

    Send us an E-Mail to obtain a Return Authorization Number. Please include your order number in the e-mail. A re-stocking fee of 20% applies on all returns except when item is defective or has been erroneously shipped. Product must be in original box with original accessories, packaging, manuals, and registration card in undamaged, clean, and brand-new condition. Product that is returned incomplete, damaged, or has been used – if accepted – will require a deduction. Purchase amount is credited upon our receipt of both product and packaging in original condition.

    All of our items carry a 30-day money-back guarantee. Please note that shipping and handling fees are non-refundable.

    Enjoy lads.

  • Yanoflies on 05/08/2012 - 23:08

    http://images.4chan.org/b/src/1344157189650.png

    Hot-linking 4chan so will only be accessible for a bit. Same company mis-priced their processors on Amazon a while ago?

  • TivTiv on 05/08/2012 - 23:11
    +34

    WARNING: CHECK THE ASIN's OF THE PRODUCTS, THEY'RE ALL CELLPHONE PARTS, NOT THE OBJECT THEY'RE DESCRIBING

    EG: THE Caviar Blue WD1600AAJS Hard Drive by WESTERN DIGITAL ASIN = B005C2NEGI, Googling B005C2NEGI = "Motorolla flip case" But when you click it it comes to the Western digital again.

    TL;DR, Someone probably hacked that amazon shop, changing the product name, description and photo

    • [Deactivated] on 05/08/2012 - 23:15
      +3

      Well spotted. The 3D projector is actually a "Motorola universal pouch". I don't think this company even has these products, even if they wanted to ship them.

    • Rod71 on 05/08/2012 - 23:20
      +17

      Yep, everyone will soon be receiving their Nokia 5110 Deluxe Leather Cases in the mail.

    • tqhlc on 05/08/2012 - 23:29

      should I make the "This order has been cancelled."?

      • [Deactivated] on 05/08/2012 - 23:33

        I already cancelled mine. Got an email from Amazon saying I won't be charged for the order.

    • doperst on 05/08/2012 - 23:31

      Also user reviews are from different products, for example item:

      SVAT 11027 4-Channel Smart Security DVR with 4 Ultra Resolution Outdoor Night Vision Security Cameras-by-SVAT

      Review:

      I have ordered this product Audiovox Utstarcom BTR8900 1000, from the vendor before, good batteries. I have an older phones and getting parts and equipment is getting harder. I Will continue to order from them again."

  • katsuya on 05/08/2012 - 23:14

    ProCurve 3500yl-24G-PWR Intelligent Edge Switch by HEWLETT PACKARD
    http://www.amazon.com/ProCurve-3500yl-24G-PWR-Intelligent-HE…

    ProCurve 2810-24G Managed Ethernet Switch by HEWLETT PACKARD
    http://www.amazon.com/ProCurve-2810-24G-Managed-Ethernet-HEW…

    Sge2010 48-Port Gigabit Ethernet Switch 4xsfp (Mini-Gbic) Shared 48x10/100/1000base-T Lan by CISCO SYSTEMS
    http://www.amazon.com/Sge2010-48-Port-Ethernet-Mini-Gbic-100…

  • PlagueistheCheap on 05/08/2012 - 23:22

    Wow so cellphone parts may show up?

  • pegaxs on 05/08/2012 - 23:24

    Put my order in… Was in the process of paying for it. Error came up and now says item is not available and it was removed from my cart and moved to saved items… No deal here…

  • joshr1pp3r on 05/08/2012 - 23:28

    Oh shittttt……

    I've been charged on my card… :S :/

  • supafly on 05/08/2012 - 23:34

    Was about to comment myself on the ASIN. I was looking at getting one of the HP switches, did a search on the ASIN and it turned out to be a Motorolla Phone Pouch….however, when clicking on the link produced by Google it brought me right back to the switch. Needless to say, order was not complete by I. those of you who have been charge…consider taking a screen shot of what you purchased with ASIN in clear shot and make sure you keep that confirmation email from Amazon, it will at least have the product name in there.

  • machej on 05/08/2012 - 23:43
    +4

    This should probably be moved to the forums. I will downvote to prevent newsletter readers from making uninformed purchases.

    • StewBalls on 06/08/2012 - 00:04
      +1

      Good point. This promises to be an entertaining thread; and it would be great if the guys who ordered did get a bargain; but I honestly can't see it happening.

      Nothing against the OP; but as machej said, this needs more downvotes to protect people from themselves!

    • sparkles on 06/08/2012 - 00:10

      Agree, this should be moved to anywhere but the front page.

  • jv on 05/08/2012 - 23:49
    +42

    Dammit !!!

    Tried to order a nokia phone pouch from these guys and now they're sending me a Seagate Drive !!!

    Not happy !!! >:(

  • daver on 05/08/2012 - 23:50
    +1

    You wonder if thread like this somehow backfire and just bring in the scamsters trawling comment left by members. Sad fallout to being mod as it probably means more work being done to editing future site.

    Clever spotting by the individual saw the ASIN did not match the (hacked) product page. Well done.

    • TivTiv on 05/08/2012 - 23:56

      :)

  • bohn on 06/08/2012 - 00:06

    we can only hope…. :/

  • czking on 06/08/2012 - 01:01
    +2

    Now I can not cancel my order, anyone else can?

  • mad__llama on 06/08/2012 - 01:34
    +1

    Aww crap, but nice work TivTiv

    I had a bunch of stuff in the cart earlier before fear won out over greed… lucky for me I'm such a pussy :)

    • hungerlord on 06/08/2012 - 02:54

      Lol that made me chuckle :>

    • TivTiv on 06/08/2012 - 03:26

      hahaha, was the same for me.. a bit sketchy so checked it out

    • lostn on 06/08/2012 - 05:06

      I feel bad for the guy who bought 200 HDDs.

      • jdr on 06/08/2012 - 11:01

        Why? I don't.

  • Zarcady on 06/08/2012 - 01:38

    Damn it I got charged wtf…

  • RohBoat on 06/08/2012 - 01:47

    Doesn't anyone else think it's just a little bit strange that original wireless is a mobile phone company?

    Edit: scrap that, just read some more of the thread!

  • CheapCoffee on 06/08/2012 - 02:25
    +4

    I believe mods should move this to forums to prevent more people buying without reading comments… Its pretty obvious this is a scam (or at least a price error that will most likely to be not honored)

  • bbyboy on 06/08/2012 - 02:34
    +3

    +ve this so i can have more funny stories to read

    • Tal_Shiar on 06/08/2012 - 02:51

      i wouldnt worry about it, until people start receiving cancellation emails, and then it will be a mini dick smith neg fiasco lol

  • pandapaul on 06/08/2012 - 02:59
    +1

    Hmm.. the things that people fall for when it comes to saving money or gaining money.
    No wonder there's so many of those fake emails and phone calls and sms from nigerian kings and such.
    Humans are interesting creatures

  • bleugh on 06/08/2012 - 03:52
    +1

    From a response from a supplier of baby food a few months ago, it's more like that for everyone that comments here or clicks, there are 100 ish that order!
    There's a LOT of lurkers here that just read 'n order

  • phobaphobic on 06/08/2012 - 07:57

    Pay by credit card, and if it's a scam, get a refund from your credit card company.

    • tesla on 06/08/2012 - 10:22

      Yup, I second this.

  • LuvXIX on 06/08/2012 - 08:36

    Ordered a procurve switch… crossing fingers ;]

    • Wallyt99 on 06/08/2012 - 08:50
      +5

      Didn't read page 2 of the comments?

    • Rod71 on 06/08/2012 - 09:00
      +1

      FAIL

    • scrimshaw on 06/08/2012 - 11:32
      +1

      You didn't get a procurve switch. Most probably a mobile phone part. Enjoy your mobile phone antenna.

  • orihim on 06/08/2012 - 09:01

    Is this a possible scenario. You ordered and they confirm item shipped, so you got charged for item + shipping. Item never arrived, you asked for refund, they refund you for item (1c), they don't refund for shipping! For those who ordered, strange insurance is never mentioned, is that offered?

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