Mexican Stores - Apple Products

[xShevaa7x]

Personally, Apple isn't for me, and I like PCs, but i'm looking to get this for a gift. Does anyone know what the prices are like for Apple products in Mexico? I'm looking to get a MacBook Air 13" and after researching found that in the UK prices are usually around 40% higher, and have found some cheaper ones on eBay from US sellers to confirm this.

I could purchase from US sellers, on eBay, but would have to wait a week+ and potentially have to pay 100s in import charges. I know sellers can be contacted to mark items are gifts, but I have only done this once, and can cause trouble if caught. If I asked people they could report me on eBay too.

My question(s):

Are the prices in Mexico for these products the same as the US?
Do any online stores/normal stores exist that deliver that offer these products?

(I will be in Mexico soon for a month)

[GreenBean]

Check with APPLE before making an international purchase to ensure you have 'local' warranty.

[xShevaa7x]

That's true. I didn't think of that, but maybe it's worth saving £200-250 than to have a warranty.

Edit: Apparently their warranty is global.

[GreenBean]

Should something go wrong, the repairs could be more than your savings.

Did you get that confirmation from the web or elsewhere?


I am asking because it might be prudent to have something in writing from Apple.

You may go to a shop in Mexico that is selling 'grey imports' or phakes.

Please be careful with whatever you do. Would not like anything to go sour.

[xShevaa7x]

Apple - One Year Limited Warranty - Worldwide

I was looking to buy from big stores, or websites like our equivalent of amazon etc or an official Apple store. I would be staying in the city, and not in a holiday location with dodgy stores.

Thank you for your concerns, though.

[jeffweico]

When it comes to Apple, I would spend the extra money and not try to buy from a cheaper source. Apple does not normally discount their products and there are a ton of phakes out there. You could save a couple of hundred dollars but end up with a worthless piece of garbage.

[xShevaa7x]

I understand that, but what I mean't is to buy from an official Apple store or big retailer. The prices in the UK are on average 40% higher. You might not be aware, but when products are made in the US and sold in the UK, they just change the $ to £ and charge us a fortune. I'm sure UK users can confirm that.

[GreenBean]

Whereabout will you be?


There is an excellent APPLE shop at the International Airport in Mexico City.

You might get duty free too.

[unkown5454]

The cheapest price you will get is the US price. You act like travelling to some third world country is going to get you 50% off genuine Ap.ple products.

That's friggin' hilarious.

[rsot]

Originally Posted by xShevaa7x

I understand that, but what I mean't is to buy from an official Apple store or big retailer. The prices in the UK are on average 40% higher. You might not be aware, but when products are made in the US and sold in the UK, they just change the $ to £ and charge us a fortune. I'm sure UK users can confirm that.

Stick to the big retailers as discussed - the duty free shop may be somewhat cheaper but rarely is there huge differences but at least you are trying

[oompaloompa]

walmart in mexico....not necessarily for apple but noticed some differentials on other stuff...then again some stuff is more expensive....

[rsot]

Originally Posted by oompaloompa

walmart in mexico....not necessarily for apple but noticed some differentials on other stuff...then again some stuff is more expensive....

Let's go oompa

[GreenBean]

Sure do not see you baby sitting rsot.

Oompappa is not on the free market to go partying with you