Amazon Trade-In FAQ 6.0

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Welcome to the Official CAG Amazon.com Trade-In Thread

THIS IS NOT A FLIPPING THREAD. USEFUL CREDIT TRANSFER OPPORTUNITIES WELCOME, BUT KEEP THE PROFIT MARGIN TALK / SNEAKY OR LYING SHENANIGANS OUT

Hey trade-in pals! SENDING THINGS IN DISC / CARTRIDGE ONLY / GENERIC CASE NO MANUAL / ANYTHING BUT COMPLETE COULD RESULT IN REJECTION. THERE ARE NO EXCEPTIONS TO THIS. YOU MIGHT GET ACCEPTED, YOU MIGHT NOT. NO ONE KNOWS. IF YOU CUT OUT A UPC OR DO ANYTHING TO TRICK THE FINE(?) FOLKS AT AFS EXPECT IT TO BE OPENED AND REJECTED. THERE ARE NO HARD AND FAST RULES. IF IT IS ACCEPTED, IT WILL ALMOST CERTAINLY ONLY BE CONSIDERED "ACCEPTABLE." RISK YOUR TIME AND EFFORT AT YOUR PERIL!

Where do I trade in video games on Amazon?

On the Amazon Video Game Trade-In Store or on all (desktop) video games product detail pages. Customers can find the trade-in feature right below the price and above the platform selection on all desktop video games product detail pages while shopping for new video games.

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THANKS TO HANDSOMEPETE, DISILLUSION386 and GI60 FOR POSTING AND MAINTAINING THE PREVIOUS AMAZON TRADE-IN FAQ THREADS

This thread’s primary purpose is to discuss Amazon.com’s video game trade-in program. Conspiracy theories about AFS smashing games before sending them back / stealing children / sneezing and touching public door handles / etc welcome, but try to avoid going nutso. PLEASE READ THE TRADE-IN DEAL DETAILS AND FAQ BEFORE ASKING ANY QUESTIONS.

Trade-In Procedure

1. SELECT ITEMS: Search for items to trade in. Your trade-in items must meet the product eligibility criteria.
2. SHIP GAMES FREE: Print a shipping label and packing slip, package your games, and ship them
3. GET A GIFT CARD: An Amazon.com Gift Card will be deposited into your account upon receipt of games

Shipping Instructions

1. Print this entire page. (Packing slip and shipping label once you have submitted a trade)
2. Cut out the shipping label and the packing slip.
3. Make sure your items are in good working condition and include the case and cover art.
4. Securely pack the items in a box or envelope and include the packing slip in the package.
5. Attach the shipping label squarely onto the outside of the package and add your return address.
6. Take it to your nearest UPS Store and mail it by (one week from submission of trade)
7. Or you can ship to:
note to self: look up new address
Trade-In Product Eligibility

Trade-in items must match the exact version displayed in the Amazon Trade-In Store, not be damaged, include original packaging (e.g. the manual, cover art, and case), and be postmarked no later than 7 days after submission. You will receive an e-mail confirmation and an Amazon.com Gift Card will be deposited into your account within 2 business days of item receipt and verification by the merchant. Items not accepted by the merchant will be returned to you approximately 14 days after receipt.
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GENERAL FAQ (Updated 1/18/2015)
Can I post a question on this thread?
Only if you can't find the answer from below. And please let me know if it needs to be added to FAQ.

Can I edit this FAQ? (updated 6/7/11)
You bet!

Since when did Amazon start doing trades?
The program began in 2009 and is handled by a third party merchant, previously known as NorAm International. Now known as AFS (Amazon Fulfillment Services).

What are Amazon's T&Cs for trade-ins?

Trade-In Program Terms & Conditions


 
  • Your participation in the trade-in program (the "Program") is subject to the terms and conditions stated below, Amazon.com's Conditions of Use and Privacy Notice, and all rules and policies for the Program included on Amazon.com, including those stated in Frequently Asked Questions and Help pages (collectively, "Program Terms").
  • Items you submit for trade-in using the Program must be shipped only from the United States or APO/FPO, and you must have a physical address or P.O. Box located in the United States or APO/FPO. Products shipped from outside the United States or APO/FPO may not be accepted or returned.
  • Items you submit for trade-in using the Program are subject to acceptance by us, and may be purchased by us or a third-party merchant participating in the Program.
  • Items we accept will be purchased from you and you will be paid for the items with an Amazon.com Gift Card(s) issued for the value of your trade-in. Amazon.com Gift Cards are subject to the Amazon.com Gift Card Terms & Conditions. The Amazon.com Gift Card(s) will be deposited directly into your Amazon.com account. You will not be entitled to any other payment for items you submit for trade-in using the Program.
  • You represent and warrant that you have the legal right to sell all items you submit for trade-in using the Program, that the items are not counterfeit or stolen, and that your submission of them complies fully with the Program Terms. We may use a stolen goods database to determine if submitted items were ever reported stolen.
  • The items you submit must meet the Product Condition Criteria, as determined by us in our sole discretion, or such items will be rejected. Rejected items will be subject to the Rejected Items terms and conditions below.
  • Prior to choosing a condition for your item, you must review the condition description presented to you during the trade-in submission process, inspect your item thoroughly and ensure that it meets the condition criteria you specify. We will inspect your item against the same condition criteria.
  • We cannot confirm the trade-in value (TIV) of an item until We receive your trade-in. Despite our best efforts, a small number of the items in our catalog may display an inaccurate TIV. If the correct TIV of an item is lower than the stated TIV, we may, at our discretion, either contact you for instructions on whether you wish to submit the trade-in at the correct TIV or cancel your trade-in and notify you of such cancellation. If your trade-in is cancelled due to an incorrect TIV, we will return the item to you at no additional cost. You will not receive any payment for the returned item.
  • We reserve the right to cancel any trade-in in our sole discretion, including without limitation if certain quantity limits are reached. If we cancel a trade-in that you have already shipped, we will return the item to you at no additional cost. You will not receive any payment for a canceled trade-in.
  • We may terminate your participation in the Program at any time in our sole discretion, including without limitation if you submit items for trade-in that do not meet the condition criteria you specify or are counterfeit or stolen.
  • We may revise the Program Terms at any time and may suspend or terminate the Program at any time without notice to you.
 
Rejected Items
  • Items are inspected upon receipt using the Product Condition Criteria, as determined by us in our sole discretion. Items failing to meet the Product Condition Criteria will be rejected ("Rejected items"). You will not receive any payment for Rejected Items.
  • We will not return the following Rejected Items to you: Lost, Undeliverable, or Counterfeit items. We will dispose of Undeliverable items in our sole discretion.
    "Lost" items are items that are lost in transit.
  • "Undeliverable" items are items that were rejected and returned to you, but were returned by the carrier back to us as undeliverable.
  • "Counterfeit" items are items that match the exact version displayed in the Trade-In store, but are counterfeit reproductions of the originals.

[*]We may, in our sole discretion, dispose of or return to you the following Rejected Items: Extra, Damaged, Incorrect, or Incomplete items.
  • "Extra" items are items received by us but not on the trade-in list.
  • "Damaged" items are items that match the exact version displayed in the Trade-In store but are not in any acceptable condition.
  • "Incorrect" items are items that do not match the exact version displayed in the Trade-In store.
  • "Incomplete" items are items that are missing any required components, as specified in the Condition Criteria (like CD-ROMs) that were included in the original item.

[*]We may, in our sole discretion, accept Incorrect items for trade-in. If the Incorrect item is eligible for trade-in, we may provide you with an Amazon.com Gift Card(s) in the amount of the TIV for the Incorrect item instead of disposing of or returning the Incorrect item to you.
[*]We will return the following Rejected Items to you: Downgraded items.
  • "Downgraded" items are items that are graded in a lower acceptable condition than what was specified during the submission.

[*]However, if the item was Downgraded to a lower condition that is still eligible for trade-in, and you opted to receive the TIV for the lower condition when you selected the return option, then you will receive an Amazon.com Gift Card(s) in the amount of the TIV for the lower condition instead of receiving the item back from us. Rejection reasons and return package tracking progress can be viewed from Your Trade-In Account .
[*]In addition, we may not return items to you if the number of Rejected Items received from you reaches a limit that is determined by us in our sole discretion.
 
Instant Payment
  • If you are eligible for and choose to participate in Instant Payment, you will receive Amazon.com Gift Card(s) in the amount of the TIV at the time you initiate a trade-in.
  • Your participation in Instant Payment is subject to these terms and conditions, as well as the Program Terms.
  • Eligibility for Instant Payment is determined at our sole discretion and may change at any time without notice.
  • Instant Payment may be offered on eligible trade-ins and you have the option to accept or reject this option for a trade-in. Once your choice is made for a particular trade-in, it cannot be changed.
  • Instant Payment requires you to select a valid payment method which you have the legal right to use. Once the payment method is selected for a particular trade-in, it cannot be changed
  • If you selected Instant Payment and we have delivered you an Amazon.com Gift Card(s) in the amount of the TIV, then you authorize us to:
    charge your payment method for the Amazon.com Gift Card(s) if you cancel the trade-in;
  • charge your payment method for the Amazon.com Gift Card(s) if no items are received within 25 calendar days;
  • charge your payment method for the Amazon.com Gift Card(s) issued for any Rejected item, unless the item was Downgraded and you opted to receive the TIV for the lower condition when you selected the return option; and
  • charge your payment method for the Amazon.com Gift Card(s) less an amount equal to the actual TIV for the trade-in product determined in the grading process if the item was Downgraded and you opted to receive the TIV for the lower condition when you selected the return option.

[*]We will not be liable for any charges, interest, or other fees incurred by you due to the need to charge your payment method for the Amazon.com Gift Card(s).
[*]In the event your payment method must be charged but the transaction cannot be completed successfully, we reserve the right to pursue any available remedies.
[*]We may limit or restrict the number and amount of Instant Payment trade-ins you can place in our sole discretion, including under the following scenarios:
  • You have Instant Payments outstanding
  • Your payment method failed validation
  • We were unable to charge your payment method successfully
  • Any abuse of this program

What kind of shipping does Amazon provide us?
Free UPS ground ---- USPS is no longer available for free. There is now also an option to provide your own shipping.

Do I have to provide my own box or envelope?
Yes.

Do all my games in the same trade-in submission have to be shipped in the same box? (updated 3/9/11)
Not necessarily - people have sent in multiple boxes for the same trade-in submission successfully. It's even possible to send half at one time and the other half at the end of the valid shipping period. However, it's probably best to always ship everything at once.

Can I put separate trades in to a single box? (updated 6/7/11)
Sure, and they'll likely be accepted just fine. However, it isn't recommended since you would only have proof that you sent one of the trades (whichever mailing label you used). So it can be pretty risky.

Can I send in sealed games?
Yes. They won't reject games that still have the original shrink wrap.

Can I add Delivery Confirmation and Insurance to my shipment?
UPS Ground already provides you with tracking information, and I imagine you could get some sort of insurance added at a UPS store or location if you were so inclined.

I don't trust UPS ground. Can I pay for postage myself? What's the address?
Yes. You're more than welcome to do so. Just use the address on the amazon provided shipping label and make sure to get some sort of tracking.

When do I have to send my games once I have submitted my trade order?
You have 1 week (7 days) to send your games. There have been reports of submitting trades up to 15 - 20 days late, but that is definitely ymmv and not in the written rules. Send on time for the best chance at success!

Crap, I have one day to go before my shipment deadline, but the website states that my deadline has already passed. How do I print out a shipping label and packing slip? (Updated 9/9/13)
Load up any existing order (if you don't have any, check your browser's history or just submit a new one to use the link), and substitute the transaction ID for the trade-in order you need at the end of the URL.

Some step by step directions:
1. Go to your trade-in page on Amazon and find the Trade-In ID of the transaction:

 

Trade-In Placed:

August 24, 2013

  • Total Amount Submitted: $35.00
  • Amount Paid: $0.00
2. Copy the entire Trade-In ID (i.e. TRN-1234567-1234567) to your clipboard by highlighting it and hitting Ctrl+C or right click -> copy with your mouse

3. Paste the Trade-In ID to the end of this link:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/tradein/multicondition-your-account/print-label/ref=trdrt_ya_yaprnt?ie=UTF8&orderID=

So it should look like this:

https://www.amazon.com/gp/tradein/multicondition-your-account/print-label/ref=trdrt_ya_yaprnt?ie=UTF8&orderID=TRN-1234567-1234567

The Print Shipping Label screen for that trade should now come up.

How long does the whole trade-in process usually take?
From the time you send in your games, it may take up to 14 business days for the package to arrive. Most people usually receive their credit (Amazon GiftCard) in 3 to 5 business days, however.

How long does the "processing" status usually take? (Updated 10/11/12)
Usually a day or two with little delay at all. It may take multiple days or even weeks if it's an usual item/hardware.

My games were received on Friday (based on Delivery Confirmation), will I have to wait until Monday to receive credit?
People have received credit on a Saturday.

I do not have the manual, cover art, or original case for a game I want to trade in. Will they accept it? (updated 6/9/11)
While the details specifically state that original packaging is necessary, people have reported in the past that their trades were accepted despite missing some of these. This is extremely YMMV, however since some were also rejected by missing manual or cover art. On the other hand, older gen games; such as SNES, N64, and GB cartridges, normally get accepted without the original box and manual, but still YMMV.

It should be noted that with the new condition requirements (see later in the FAQ), you may be able to send an item in missing some or all of the required items (manual / cover art / case) and still have it accepted in "Acceptable" condition.

I do not have the manual, accessories, original box, original included game, etc for a console or accessory I want to trade in. Will they accept it? (updated 3/9/11)
The current wisdom is "probably not" - it's pretty YMMV but AFS seems stricter than they should be on this. Your chances seem to be better for them accepting a console or accessory without the box / manual / etc if it's older generation or rare. You're more than welcome to give it a shot though if you're feeling lucky - just pack it well and include as much as you can! Don't expect greater than 'acceptable' condition though.

My game is really beat up, what are the chances they’ll accept it?
This is YMMV. Some people have reported in the past that they sent in games in bad shape that were still accepted. Your best bet is still to trade in games in mint condition. Minor scratches are expected as these are used games.

My game came with DLC codes and I used them. Will my game be accepted? (Updated 12/28/11)
It is expected that included DLC codes have already been redeemed, so you should be fine. It is a kindness however if you have no use for it to not redeem it and let the next lucky soul who buys it from awd or wherever have a crack at it. Up to you!

My cover art (PLATINUM HITS) differs from the pic on amazon, will my trade be accepted?
It all depends on the UPC so just turn your game around, type in the UPC into the amazon search box. If the game comes up, then it's accepted regardless of cover art. Click on that result to submit your trade.

I have a game from a limited edition bundle, will they accept it?
If the game’s cover art has a UPC barcode, they will most likely accept it. If your game's cover states "Not for Resale" and does not have a UPC barcode, the game will most likely get rejected. Some people have had their games accepted in the past, but this is very YMMV.

The UPC barcode is not intact on my game's cover art, will that be accepted? (updated 3/9/11)
This is YMMV, but probably not. The UPC is all powerful within the walls of AFS..

I sent in my games, all of which were in pristine condition with the original packaging, but they said that one game is damaged and is now being returned.
Always pack your games well. Put a lot of newspaper around your games in the box to secure them and to prevent any damages from haphazard box cutting. People in the past have requested their entire trade-in order if it’s obvious the damage wasn’t their fault, and Amazon ended up accepting the rejected game. This is YMMV as well.

Can I trade in multiple copies of the same game?
Yes. Once you click “Trade in” for a particular game, you may change the quantities. Once you submit, you can no longer change quantities on that trade-in batch.

How many multiple copies of the same game can I trade-in (updated 1/11/11)?
Maximum of 2 copies within 3 a month period.

I locked in X copies of a game but I now only have Y available to send. Can I just send in Y without being penalized? (updated 3/9/11)
Yes, you can always just send in a portion of your trade-in order and they'll just credit you for whatever they receive. However, the quantities you submitted for will stay locked in that instance (I think) so if you, for example, submitted for 2 copies and only sent 1, you may not be able to trade any more copies of that game for 3 months (see previous question).

Will the Trade-in of the Day TIV stay for 24 hours?
It's been reported that there is a limit (maximum # of copies) that will get the promoted TIV so lock yours.

So if I find a good flip, I can just send 2 copies of that game and not worry about Amazon accusing me of stolen merchandise?
Technically yes, but do keep in mind that other CAGs might want to participate in the current deal, and trading in a large number of the same game will definitely lower the TIV of said game. Let’s be nice to other people. This is probably moot for most folks now with the per account / address trade-in limit.

Wow, these TIVs suck (updated 3/9/11)!
Really? Hrm. While that may be true, they're often better than other comparable places. Your options of what to do with your used games are greater now than they've ever been, so feel free to shop your trades around or just sell them off on glyde/ebay/whatever. Also, not a question.

What the fuck? The TIV of a game I just bought for this deal tanked! What do I do?
The TIVs on Amazon fluctuate depending on the number of trades that are submitted, and we really can’t do anything about it. The best course of action for trading in games is to lock in your trade if you already have the games or are absolutely sure that you can obtain them. You can always cancel the trade submission if you end up not finding the games.
LOCK = SUBMIT YOUR TRADE, Don't just put it in the cart.

Can I edit a submitted trade?
Nope - once upon a time you could modify trade in quantities of submitted trades, but that ability has been removed.

Can I use my credit on items that are not video game-related?
Yes. This is the other perk for trading in games at Amazon since you're not limited to just video games.

Can I use my credit on items sold by third-party merchants on Amazon?
According to the fine print of the Amazon gift card use, some merchants are excluded. Your best bet is to try it on the checkout page of your order.

Strategy guides? I can trade in game/strategy guides? Whaaaaa?
Go to the Textbook Buyback section (http://www.amazon.com/Textbooks-Trad...ode=2205237011[/URL]). You can either search on the title of a strategy guide you have to see if they'll accept it, or search for guides. The two best search strings to start with are 'prima guides' and 'bradygames'. Might try 'doublejump' if you want to trade in some of those. (Thanks eugaet)

I locked in some hilariously overvalued trade for some weird rare game/accessory/etc that I can pick up for cheap cheap cheap. They didn't accept it. What should I do? (updated 3/9/11)
The truth is that AFS can reject things for any reason they see fit. While some people have managed to get silly things like a $200 credit for some cheerleading game (or for a PS2 - just ask io!), it's sooooooo YMMV that often it's not worth the effort. EXPECT REJECTION ON THINGS THAT ARE CLEARLY MISVALUED. That said, as long as you're willing to risk it, go for it!

What's all this item condition nonsense? And how can I get screwed over by it? (updated 6/9/11)
We're still kinda sussing out the details surrounding the new item condition portion of Amazon Trade-Ins, but it looks like there's a couple things to consider:
Good Condition eligibility (games):
- The video game, original manufacturer packaging and all original elements are included, but shows wear from normal use
- Game still plays perfectly
- Disc may have light scratches and other elements may have minor damage
- Item may have been personalized (marked or identified)

Acceptable eligibility (games):
- Game still plays perfectly
- Item may have been personalized (marked or identified)
- Item may be missing or have irreparable damage to one or all of the following: case, manual, artwork, bundled accessories, UPC

Note that a game will almost certainly not be accepted if it meets any of these conditions:
- Game does not play perfectly
- Disc is cracked
- Marked Not for Resale (or is otherwise marked not for sale)

Consoles/accessories have some slightly different criteria, but the idea is the same.

Did it seriously just ask me if I wanted my game / other item returned if they refuse to give me credit for it? (updated 6/9/11)
Yes, that just happened.

Unless you're purposefully sending them things you deem to be trash, please remember to choose the option that has them return your item to you during the checkout phase.

Who is AFS? (updated 9/14/13)
Amazon Fulfillment Services (previously known as NorAm). Dunno if they changed names, were bought up by Amazon, or what. Not too interested anyhow.

Why does my package jump back and forth between states? (updated 9/14/13)
Look at a map of the involved cities and it'll make sense. Something to do with UPS hubs and proximity to the state border/cities.

Carry on! :)

 
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pagongster55 said:
For everybody that got their Gamecube Twilight Princess accepted at 52.xx when the value was live, did you guys send them in disc only or did you include the cover art? I still have mine locked in and am trying to decide how to send them over. I know that complete/disc only gets the same pay out now but I just want to have the best chance to get it accepted. For some reason the packing slip for this trade in says EAN: null instead of the UPC number that would match the cover art UPC so I don't know if that's going to affect anything.
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If the UPC doesn't match what is listed on the cover art, don't send it. Ever. Guaranteed to be instant rejection.

If the EAN says NULL, then it's almost always an off-listing. Some non-off-listing for movies have an EAN of NULL or DVD, which can kick back on a UPC check.

 
pagongster55 said:
For everybody that got their Gamecube Twilight Princess accepted at 52.xx when the value was live, did you guys send them in disc only or did you include the cover art? I still have mine locked in and am trying to decide how to send them over. I know that complete/disc only gets the same pay out now but I just want to have the best chance to get it accepted. For some reason the packing slip for this trade in says EAN: null instead of the UPC number that would match the cover art UPC so I don't know if that's going to affect anything.
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i sent them in with cover art. get full value. disc probably safer.

 
shrike4242 said:
You lucked out with a lazy grader who didn't check EAN = UPC. I wouldn't count on that again.
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I realized my mistake after I sent them in, but they thankfully got accepted with the cover as well. I checked an old picture I took of the cover art and I typed in the UPC and Twilight Princess popped up with the official listing at $25.59.

I guess we all lucked out here.
 
FYI. I managed to trade in two wii fit plus with balance board combos for ~$20 each.

I sent them in different boxes because one had the little feet that always fall off and the other one did not. Both were accepted.

The games I sent in were CIB. The Gamestop near me has a ton of Wii fit plus games laying around. They were $4.99 each before PUR but the chance to unload the balance boards with minimal hassle and avoid ebay was worth it

 
Not strictly video game related, but I just had wireless headphones rejected with reason "Sound quality is flawed".  A tiny bit of static can be heard when input sound is quiet but that is the case with any of these headphones and nothing else could be considered a flaw.  Should I send them in again and hope for a different grader?  Really only thing that worried me a bit is the original Sony battery died and it is using a non-OEM battery pack which works fine.

I don't like the idea of resending something that was rejected when Amazon is known to ban accounts although I haven't heard of trade-in related bans.  Got several Rock Band / Guitar Hero guitars in the process of being graded too and worried about rejections even though they work perfectly.  So very possible I might have to resend some of those too.

 
They don't ban for sending in items multiple times.  If they did that, most of this thread would be banned from Amazon. 

They ban for handing out too many promo credits, since it indicates you're not a profitable customer. 

 
fluffynumkins said:
Dirt Rally Xb1 $21.33 AMZ
$18.99 Used at GS and available for shipping.

Sorry on mobile so I can't post the links
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fyi on this, i picked it up at gamestop and got the "legend" edition, but the upc is the same as the vanilla game. only problem is there is the yellow banner on the cover art that isnt on the regular edition. since the upc is a match i sent it in with the cover art.

 
Made the mistake of setting up a trade with immediate payment (though I know I deselected that option). I cancelled it some minutes later but now I have 2 completed charges on my card for the balance and Amazon shows that I bought 2 gift cards with it. WTF Amazon, it's a $100 charge. Time to dispute this.

EDIT: Amazon pretty much told me to go fuck myself and that I was refunded in the form of a gift card... that they charged my bank account for (so I paid for a gift card). fuck you Amazon.

 
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ThatOneGuyWho said:
Made the mistake of setting up a trade with immediate payment (though I know I deselected that option). I cancelled it some minutes later but now I have 2 completed charges on my card for the balance and Amazon shows that I bought 2 gift cards with it. WTF Amazon, it's a $100 charge. Time to dispute this.

EDIT: Amazon pretty much told me to go fuck myself and that I was refunded in the form of a gift card... that they charged my bank account for (so I paid for a gift card). fuck you Amazon.
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The website occasionally reverts back to Instant Payment even after you've selected it and there's pretty much nothing you can do. You can do a chargeback against the charges though that will likely get you banned from Amazon as they don't take kindly to chargebacks. Since you canceled the trade-in, it automatically billed you. Had you let it go through and not canceled it, Amazon still would have billed you on day 8 of the trade-in if you didn't get the item(s) to them by day 7.

It sucks and there's no way around it except to check, pause before completing the trade-in and double-checking it before clicking the button.

 
shrike4242 said:
The website occasionally reverts back to Instant Payment even after you've selected it and there's pretty much nothing you can do. You can do a chargeback against the charges though that will likely get you banned from Amazon as they don't take kindly to chargebacks. Since you canceled the trade-in, it automatically billed you. Had you let it go through and not canceled it, Amazon still would have billed you on day 8 of the trade-in if you didn't get the item(s) to them by day 7.

It sucks and there's no way around it except to check, pause before completing the trade-in and double-checking it before clicking the button.
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And this is why I don't have a real debit/credit card on my Amazon account.

 
Some good credit movers right now from GS to Amazon.
 
These are all from the current GS retro flash sale.
http://www.gamestop.com/browse/games?nav=16k-3-vintage,28zu0,13ffff2418-162
 
These 2 have some decent bonus:
Pokemon Sapphire Version
POKEMON EMERALD GREEN (off listing)
 
These are closer to 1 to 1:
Pokemon Ruby Version 
Street Fighter EX Plus Alpha -PS
Digimon World 3 - PS
Bloody Roar: Primal Fury -GC
Castle of Illusion Starring Mickey Mouse - Genesis
Castlevania: Symphony of the Night -PS
Dragonball Z: Buu's Fury - GBA
Digimon World - PS
Sonic Adventure 2 -DC
 
Use CAG16 promo code (of course).
 
Has anyone else's option to select instant payment or pay later disappeared? I was locking in trades and about the 4th one the options disappeared
 
Djchanclaface said:
Some good credit movers right now from GS to Amazon.

These are all from the current GS retro flash sale.
http://www.gamestop.com/browse/games?nav=16k-3-vintage,28zu0,13ffff2418-162

These 2 have some decent bonus:
Pokemon Sapphire Version
POKEMON EMERALD GREEN (off listing)

These are closer to 1 to 1:
Pokemon Ruby Version
Street Fighter EX Plus Alpha -PS
Digimon World 3 - PS
Bloody Roar: Primal Fury -GC
Castle of Illusion Starring Mickey Mouse - Genesis
Castlevania: Symphony of the Night -PS
Dragonball Z: Buu's Fury - GBA
Digimon World - PS
Sonic Adventure 2 -DC

Use CAG16 promo code (of course).
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Those Pokemon Sapphires are a terrible idea. The internal battery is almost guaranteed to be dead, and will be rejected for that reason if tested.

I've personally had a pair rejected twice now and have seen others get the same rejection time after time. Once in a while you can sneak em pass the goalie, but it's been few and far between.
 
So amazon charges tax in my state now. even on digital items. Really regret all my trade ins now. Would've preferred to do it at BB as no taxes was my only real motivation to shop on Amazon

 
Djchanclaface said:
Not everything is eligible for instant.
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I meant that my option of what to choose disappeared so it looked like it was ONLY instant payment since the price was in green. I was worried it was just automatically making me take an instant payment. I was doing this from the computer btw
 
ZeroGame said:
I meant that my option of what to choose disappeared so it looked like it was ONLY instant payment since the price was in green. I was worried it was just automatically making me take an instant payment. I was doing this from the computer btw
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Got it.

That's not good. Restart browser?

 
ZeroGame said:
I meant that my option of what to choose disappeared so it looked like it was ONLY instant payment since the price was in green. I was worried it was just automatically making me take an instant payment. I was doing this from the computer btw
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Instant Payment is always defaulted unless you're not done a trade--in in over 24 hours. At least, that's what I've seen if I've not done in a trade-in in a day or more. The next ones from that point forward default to instant payment.

If you see a green block with two words of white text, you're in trouble. White block with three words of green text, you're fine.

 
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Other than those headphones I posted about recently all my recent trades are going through fine.  Only have one guitar hero guitar still in processing at the moment and just mailed off a pair of PS move controllers today for around $50 credit.  4 guitars accepted so far plus an extra wireless receiver for a guitar and two GH World Tour drum pedals.  Might try a few more guitars if I decide to get rid of them. 

 
aem said:
Other than those headphones I posted about recently all my recent trades are going through fine. Only have one guitar hero guitar still in processing at the moment and just mailed off a pair of PS move controllers today for around $50 credit. 4 guitars accepted so far plus an extra wireless receiver for a guitar and two GH World Tour drum pedals. Might try a few more guitars if I decide to get rid of them.
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Do you send the guitar alone or do you include the dongle and/or game? I am 0 for 3 in sending in only the guitar.

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Ros said:
Do you send the guitar alone or do you include the dongle and/or game? I am 0 for 3 in sending in only the guitar.

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Yes, if the guitar requires a dongle I included it (as well as the strap). The guitars that come with them are useless without them and the dongles are often worth a decent amount of money if you sell to someone who lost or broke theirs. Probably would have to get extremely lucky for it to be accepted.

One of my trades was GH2 with guitar bundle for PS2 and in that case I included the game. Majority of my guitars include original box too although that shouldn't matter.
 
GS -> AMZ

Prices are after PUR pro + CAG 16. Some of these are pretty vague but if you can't figure them out you don't deserve to.

Style Lab Makeover 1.51 -> 4.54

MX vs ATV Untamed 3.77 -> 10.91

Mayhem 3D 3.77 -> 6.10

Ski-Doo Snowmobile Challenge 11.33 -> 15.07

Also, if you are an achievement/trophy hunter, the last 2 are easy plats/1000g that you could do before you send.

MX vs ATV is risky because Nordic is listed as publisher on the cover of the trade-in. Use caution! (Did Nordic actually do a reprint of this version? Doubt it...)

BONUS: The .75->1.03 Collection

Paws and Claws Healing Hands

Open Season

Imagine Master Chef

The Quest Trio .75->.94

Thrillville of the Rails

 
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GS -> AMZ

Prices are after PUR pro + CAG 16. Some of these are pretty vague but if you can't figure them out you don't deserve to.

Style Lab Makeover 1.51 -> 4.54

MX vs ATV Untamed 3.77 -> 10.91

Mayhem 3D 3.77 -> 6.10

Ski-Doo Snowmobile Challenge 11.33 -> 15.07

Also, if you are an achievement/trophy hunter, the last 2 are easy plats/1000g that you could do before you send.

MX vs ATV is risky because Nordic is listed as publisher on the cover of the trade-in. Use caution! (Did Nordic actually do a reprint of this version? Doubt it...)
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Why the fuck do you need to be vague? Is there a shortage of douchebaggery we didn't know about?

Style Lab Makeover is a DS game, MX vs ATX Unleashed is a Wii game, Mayhem 3D is a P3 game and Ski-Doo Snowmobile Challenge is a 360 game.

 
So I traded in ME3 CE for PS3 a few weeks. The thing was in great condition when I sent it in. It was packaged in a box with plenty of padding. It got denied bc the disc was damaged. When I recieved it they shipped it in an envelope with thin bubble wrap, the slipbox was ripped and the disc had several cracks which were NOT there when I shipped. WTF? Has this ever happened to anyone?

 
Havok83 said:
So I traded in ME3 CE for PS3 a few weeks. The thing was in great condition when I sent it in. It was packaged in a box with plenty of padding. It got denied bc the disc was damaged. When I recieved it they shipped it in an envelope with thin bubble wrap, the slipbox was ripped and the disc had several cracks which were NOT there when I shipped. WTF? Has this ever happened to anyone?
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just curious how much was the trade in?

 
Havok83 said:
So I traded in ME3 CE for PS3 a few weeks. The thing was in great condition when I sent it in. It was packaged in a box with plenty of padding. It got denied bc the disc was damaged. When I recieved it they shipped it in an envelope with thin bubble wrap, the slipbox was ripped and the disc had several cracks which were NOT there when I shipped. WTF? Has this ever happened to anyone?
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Happens from time to time and far more than it should. Go complain to Amazon about it, as it wasn't that way when you sent it out.

The usual return packaging for game items is usually a white #0 bubble mailer. Other items may come back in the box they were sent in.

 
shrike4242 said:
Why the fuck do you need to be vague? Is there a shortage of douchebaggery we didn't know about?

Style Lab Makeover is a DS game, MX vs ATX Unleashed is a Wii game, Mayhem 3D is a P3 game and Ski-Doo Snowmobile Challenge is a 360 game.
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Mostly because of lurkers and similar. Its a lot harder for inexperienced people to do it with names than with 2 links.

 
BEKFAST said:
Mostly because of lurkers and similar. Its a lot harder for inexperienced people to do it with names than with 2 links.
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You're not going to able to completely deal with lurkers and by being super-vague, it won't help anyone. Might just be direct about it and save everything the "hush hush" behavior.

 
bengi15 said:
just curious how much was the trade in?
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~13

shrike4242 said:
Happens from time to time and far more than it should. Go complain to Amazon about it, as it wasn't that way when you sent it out.

The usual return packaging for game items is usually a white #0 bubble mailer. Other items may come back in the box they were sent in.
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would that help though? I have no way of proving the disc was fine when shipped and they could easily say I sent it cracked

shrike4242 said:
Happens from time to time and far more than it should. Go complain to Amazon about it, as it wasn't that way when you sent it out.

The usual return packaging for game items is usually a white #0 bubble mailer. Other items may come back in the box they were sent in.
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would that help though? I have no way of proving the disc was fine when shipped and they could easily say I sent it cracked

 
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shrike4242 said:
Why the fuck do you need to be vague? Is there a shortage of douchebaggery we didn't know about?

Style Lab Makeover is a DS game, MX vs ATX Unleashed is a Wii game, Mayhem 3D is a P3 game and Ski-Doo Snowmobile Challenge is a 360 game.
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shrike4242 said:
You're not going to able to completely deal with lurkers and by being super-vague, it won't help anyone. Might just be direct about it and save everything the "hush hush" behavior.
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relax..

super vague by leaving out the platform?

Why are you going after the guy for posting actual credit movers?

 
Havok83 said:
So I traded in ME3 CE for PS3 a few weeks. The thing was in great condition when I sent it in. It was packaged in a box with plenty of padding. It got denied bc the disc was damaged. When I recieved it they shipped it in an envelope with thin bubble wrap, the slipbox was ripped and the disc had several cracks which were NOT there when I shipped. WTF? Has this ever happened to anyone?
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yes, it's happened to me in my last trade and it's happened before once or twice. Normally, the disc comes back ok but the case comes back crushed.

 
Found a 360 rock band guitar at salvation army for 2.99. I didnt notice until i got home that one of the plastic tuners at the top were broken off. Still got accepted for 21.xx today. :)
 
Crash Bandicoot: The Wrath of Cortex - Gamecube: GS (7.55 with CAG and PUR/8.99/9.99) --> AMZ 11.93

No More Heroes 2 - Wii (Local Only, Not Online) GS (11.69/12.99) --> AMZ 17.12

Hardy Boys: The Hidden Theft - Wii (Local Only) GS (4.49/4.99) --> AMZ 10.24

Avatar: The Last Airbender-Into the Inferno - Nintendo DS (Local Only) GS (4.49/4.99) --> AMZ 10.59

Tom Clancy's H.A.W.X 2 - Xbox 360: GS (3.77 w/ CAG + PUR/4.49/4.99) --> AMZ 6.58

 
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Theronm said:
Crash Bandicoot: The Wrath of Cortex - Gamecube: GS (7.55 with CAG and PUR/8.99/9.99) --> AMZ 11.93

No More Heroes 2 - Wii (Local Only, Not Online) GS (11.69/12.99) --> AMZ 17.12

Hardy Boys: The Hidden Theft - Wii (Local Only) GS (4.49/4.99) --> AMZ 10.24

Avatar: The Last Airbender-Into the Inferno - Nintendo DS (Local Only) GS (4.49/4.99) --> AMZ 10.59

Tom Clancy's H.A.W.X 2 - Xbox 360: GS (3.77 w/ CAG + PUR/4.49/4.99) --> AMZ 6.58
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nvm

 
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