Surface Pro 128GB €335

Kevin!

*Requires a US postal address/sales tax charged on delivery to some states



Runs a full version of Windows 8 Professional, 128GB Solid State Drive, 2GB of RAM, i5 Processor, HD screen - absolute bargain in my opinion - available from Microsoft's official eBay store as *manufacturer refurbished* but come with 1 year warranty anyways.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Microsoft-Surface-Pro-with-128GB-Memory/171228789798?pt=US_Tablets&hash=item27de07fc26#rwid

These were originally close to €1,000 - so if you've any relatives in the US or use a postal forwarding service it's very worth it, currently €660 in PC World with limited stock - touch cover can be bundled with it for an additional $39.99 at the bottom of the page, 64GB model is 50$ cheaper also.

the whole year inn

Kevin! wrote: »

*Requires a US postal address/sales tax charged on delivery to some states



Runs a full version of Windows 8 Professional, 128GB Solid State Drive, 2GB of RAM, i5 Processor, HD screen - absolute bargain in my opinion - available from Microsoft's official eBay store as *manufacturer refurbished* but come with 1 year warranty anyways.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Microsoft-Surface-Pro-with-128GB-Memory/171228789798?pt=US_Tablets&hash=item27de07fc26#rwid

These were originally close to €1,000 - so if you've any relatives in the US or use a postal forwarding service it's very worth it, currently €660 in PC World with limited stock - touch cover can be bundled with it for an additional $39.99 at the bottom of the page, 64GB model is 50$ cheaper also.

Want to buy this, what's the best USA equvalent version of parcel motel?

Kevin!

the whole year inn wrote: »

Want to buy this, what's the best USA equvalent version of parcel motel?

I've been looking at shipito.com, the issue is if you don't declare the full value of the consignment and the parcel get's lost you'll only be reimbursed for the amount declared - so you are liable for the full amount of import duty if the parcel is inspected

Uncle_moe

anyone decided to go ahead with this. Does look interesting

the whole year inn

Uncle_moe wrote: »

anyone decided to go ahead with this. Does look interesting

Yea I did used that shipto.
Just changed my addresson ebay and now I wait.
I was looking for something like this just last week so worked out perfect for me.
I went for the 64gb and I'll buy the keyboard over here.

PapaBooje

the whole year inn wrote: »

Yea I did used that shipto.
Just changed my addresson ebay and now I wait.
I was looking for something like this just last week so worked out perfect for me.
I went for the 64gb and I'll buy the keyboard over here.

It is great deal. What shipping option with shipto did you choose and how much did it cost you if you don't mind me asking?

the whole year inn

PapaBooje wrote: »

It is great deal. What shipping option with shipto did you choose and how much did it cost you if you don't mind me asking?

I sent it to the Oregon , as it says you don't pay tax on the item there, $8.50 to use the mailbox and I haven't got the bill for the postage to ireland yet.

cruhoortwunk

Another US postal service is Comgateway, based in Oregon too

PapaBooje

the whole year inn wrote: »

I sent it to the Oregon , as it says you don't pay tax on the item there, $8.50 to use the mailbox and I haven't got the bill for the postage to ireland yet.

Ok, thanks. Would ya mind giving us a shout when you do get the bill so we'd have an idea of the overall cost?

the whole year inn

PapaBooje wrote: »

Ok, thanks. Would ya mind giving us a shout when you do get the bill so we'd have an idea of the overall cost?

No problem, the thing is there are different couriers to choose from and I selected dhl express .

theroomisonfire

Hi

Unfortunately I missed this. Does anyone expect this offer to become available again. Also, what is the total cost after taking into account shipping to Ireland and custom taxes?

Thanks

mistress_gi

Slightly more expensive but still the same specs:
http://www.ebay.ie/itm/Microsoft-Surface-Pro-with-128GB-Memory/251459466911?_trksid=p2047675.c100013.m1986&_trkparms=aid%3D555012%26algo%3DPW.MBE%26ao%3D1%26asc%3D20131223091518%26meid%3D5175708462166422710%26pid%3D100013%26prg%3D20131223091518%26rk%3D4%26rkt%3D30%26sd%3D171228789798

theroomisonfire

Thanks

That listing mentions that the custom taxes to Ireland are expected to be about $126.

mistress_gi

Yes, so use a US postal address as other people have in this thread. It's the new stupid global shipping program from ebay you have no choice but to pre pay for taxes.

theroomisonfire

If I was to get it delivered to a US shipping company for forwarding to Ireland, would I not still be liable to custom Taxes and VAT in a similar amount to that which Ebay have calculated?

mistress_gi

I'm not sure, when I need anything from the US I usually send it to friends houses and then they forward it on to me marked as gift. Never had an issue.

theroomisonfire

If you don't mind, can you please post deatils of the total cost once you receive the tablet (i.e. after postage and custom costs). Thanks

the whole year inn wrote: »

I sent it to the Oregon , as it says you don't pay tax on the item there, $8.50 to use the mailbox and I haven't got the bill for the postage to ireland yet.

the whole year inn

theroomisonfire wrote: »

If you don't mind, can you please post deatils of the total cost once you receive the tablet (i.e. after postage and custom costs). Thanks

Just a quick update, the parcel is in my mailbox at shipto. Filled out the details they wanted , eg address to send it,customs.
I said on the customs its a gift and valued at 200$ .
I used dhl express and,the total came to $55 .
Now I just wait

theroomisonfire

the whole year inn wrote: »

Just a quick update, the parcel is in my mailbox at shipto. Filled out the details they wanted , eg address to send it,customs.
I said on the customs its a gift and valued at 200$ .
I used dhl express and,the total came to $55 .
Now I just wait

Hi

Have you received the tablet yet? How do you find it and were there any additional custom charges? How much did it cost you in total?

theroomisonfire

theroomisonfire wrote: »

Hi

Have you received the tablet yet? How do you find it and were there any additional custom charges? How much did it cost you in total?

The 64gb is now $399

muppetkiller

Thanks OP i'm heading to the states next week so will get two of the 32gig non-pro ones...working out at 136 euro each hehe.

theroomisonfire

I wasn't sure whether or not to get one of the official surface keyboards. Ended up getting this:

http://www.amazon.co.uk/Ultra-Slim-Wireless-Bluetooth-Keyboard-Aluminum/dp/B00BKW2410/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1394565455&sr=8-4&keywords=slim+keyboard

the whole year inn

40 euro on customs.I'm using tnt couriers

muppetkiller

Guys I also picked up one of these while here
http://www.amazon.com/Dell-Venue-Pro-Tablet-Windows/dp/B00FEE7B1I/ref=sr_1_1?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1395232117&sr=1-1&keywords=dell+venue+8+pro

It's got a full windows 8.1 and office on it too. Lovely tablet.
I bought from the refurb store and got it for 130 euro

theroomisonfire

€41 customs charged for me. Shipped with DHL

the whole year inn wrote: »

40 euro on customs.I'm using tnt couriers

evolutionqy7

theroomisonfire wrote: »

I wasn't sure whether or not to get one of the official surface keyboards. Ended up getting this:

http://www.amazon.co.uk/Ultra-Slim-Wireless-Bluetooth-Keyboard-Aluminum/dp/B00BKW2410/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1394565455&sr=8-4&keywords=slim+keyboard

Got one on these. Not sure I'd recommend it. The FN key is located where control is generally on a normal windows keyboard. Always confuses me even after a good months use. Pretty decent on a table, pretty poor on my lap, not very sturdy. Keys are half decent and battery last ages too.