Garmin-Seeking Bargain Hunters, Read This!

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Discussion Overview

The thread discusses a promotional deal on Garmin StreetPilot GPS systems, with participants sharing their reactions to the pricing and availability of the offer.

Discussion Character

  • Opinion-based, Anecdotal

Main Points Raised

  • One participant shares a deal from Meijer for a 2 pack of Garmin StreetPilot c340 for $350, noting a significant discount from the regular price of $999.98.
  • Another participant expresses excitement about the deal, recalling a previous purchase for $350 and considering it a great gift opportunity.
  • Several users mention regret for not seeing the deal sooner, with one participant noting that the price had changed to $680 the following day.
  • One participant questions the suitability of the GPS for geo-caching, indicating a specific interest in that activity.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Views differ regarding the value of the deal over time, with some participants expressing excitement about the initial price and others noting the subsequent price increase.

Contextual Notes

The discussion centers around a time-sensitive promotional offer, with participants reflecting on their personal experiences and interests related to the product.

Who May Find This Useful

Readers interested in GPS systems, particularly those looking for deals or considering gifts, may find the shared experiences relevant.

chefann
chefann
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I've been getting email Deal of the Day notes from Meijer, an all-in-one grocery and general merchandise store (think Wal-Mart Super Center) that's based here in MI. Today's deal is too good not to share!

Get a 2 pack, that's right - 2 units, of Garmin StreetPilot c340 for only $350, with free shipping. Regular price $999.98. Save $649.98!

http://www.meijer.com/catalog/product.jsp?productId=80474&N=0&navparm=0&keyword=0100040120kit&cmpid=DealOfTheDay2008BuyNow

This deal is good TODAY ONLY, Thursday, April 17, 2008.
 
What is it?
 
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It's a GPS system - 2 pack. It's only $350 for 2 units, with a regular price of $1000.
 
WOW - that is a steal - I bought one for my DD for christmas and it was 350 - holy moly - if I didn't have 3 already I would grab them - hmmm - gifts??
 
I wish I had seen this yesterday!!
 
mpkegley said:
I wish I had seen this yesterday!!
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I just went to the link and it says price valid until 4/25.

Too bad it's the street pilot. I've been thinking about starting Geo-caching I don't think it would work for that
 
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pampermejolene said:
I just went to the link and it says price valid until 4/25.
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Yeah, but it's not the same bargain it was yesterday. Today it's $680. Yesterday it was $350.
 

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