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after more research I've decided not to try buying from this website.

Their phone number doesn't work, goes straight to a fax machine, also I found some reviews for these guys from this link:
http://www.shopzilla.com/6B--G_Mega_WholeSale_Inc._-_mid--91780

some excerps:

by EsqAICP, Dec 14, 2004

SCAM - Not an Illinois Corporation and fradulently using BBBONLINE sig. They ask for Credit Card PIN number. See response from BBB. "Thank you for your message to BBBOnLine. After a review of the said site and seal, it does appear that this company is indeed misrepresenting themselves as participants in BBBOnLine. We consider such displays a t...More


by Sonny, Dec 08, 2004

This is a real SCAM...SCAM...SCAM They claim their credit card service is down and ask you to send a money order to England prior to shipment. The Chicago address on their website doesn't even exist!! *** BUYER BEWARE ***


There were some positive posts too, but could be them trying to lie. A legitimate merchant would never have such harsh comments like these 2 from buyers.

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Posted: 2004-12-30 06:42:10
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Yes Bluetoothdecay is right I also tried the number the one that indicates being a telephone number and not a fax and it gave me a fax tone.I also tried the fax number and it didnt even ring I heard a small tone then my phone said disconnected.
Again if anyone gets anything successfully from this site please let me know.

[ This Message was edited by: Adi23 on 2004-12-30 05:55 ]
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Posted: 2004-12-30 06:49:55
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I'm convinced its a scam read below, no legit merchant should ask for money orders nor should any buyer pay via money order. Also check out my links above.


Dear Customer,

The minimum order is 4 units for mobile phones but you can also chouse 3 other different mobile phones if you like to place an order. Delivery is free. You will receive all power supply and regular purchase accessories. The phones are full unloked therefore you can use it with any provider you like. The total cost for 4 units of Motorola RAZR V3 = $876.00 US brand new, sealed box, with 1 year international manufacturer warranty. We order our products from the United Kindom. We will handle shipping and insurance fees. Shipping will take usualy 5 business days after payment is made. Delivery will be directly to your front door.

We are sorry because WE DO NOT CHARGE CREDIT CARDS for the reason that our credit card account is under update.

Let us know if you wish to make the payment directly to our supplier cashier via money order so we can give you payment details. Also please send your personal information like this :

First name :
Last name :
Address :
City :
Zip Code :
State :
Country:
Telephone :
Fax :

For orders over $5,000 US payment must be made to our bank account.

Motorola RAZR V3 is Brand New, Sealed Box, Factory Unlocked and Unbranded !!!

Package Content :
Product includes: (All accessories in the package are OEM, Original Motorola accessories.)

Motorola RAZR V3 unlocked
1 Lithium Ion Battery
AC Travel Charger
OEM USB Data Cable
OEM USB Headset
OEM USB Angle Adaptor
OEM USB Splitter (USB to USB + OEM Motorola Male Output) OEM Motorola Badge
OEM Motorola Leather Case
CD-ROM Software (Mobile Phone Tools)
User manual

You will also receive a warranty card, a customer card, and a repair-center list.


Let me know how many you like if you will place and order.


Thank you in advance for your time


Lisa Price
Sales Manager
G Mega WholeSale Inc.
customerservice@gmegawholesale.com
717 LaSalle ~ Suite 1200
Chicago
IL
60603
(631) 961-7381
(312) 264-0199
www.gmegawholesale.com

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Posted: 2004-12-30 16:45:43
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Somebody pm sutitan This message was posted from a K500
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Posted: 2004-12-30 16:50:38
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If my calculations are correct $279 is about £145

orange are doing the k700i for £149

http://shop.orange.co.uk/shop[....]son_k700i/detail/pay_as_you_go
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Posted: 2004-12-30 19:47:50
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Dont worry. I sent them an email and I actually just signed on to post it as well. It is the exact same email as someone else posted. Oh well, I guess it really was to good to be true
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Posted: 2004-12-30 23:33:25
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Those are cheap prices
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Posted: 2004-12-31 05:10:54
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Looks more like an expensive bad experience.. I actually starting to fill out the order form, not even secure connection on the VISA form.. i closed browser window right there.
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Posted: 2005-01-03 11:28:44
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Looks like its best left alone! This message was posted from a K700i
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Posted: 2005-01-03 11:58:11
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