Who's the most reputable vendor that accepts paypal?

[aircooled]

Looking for a good Newegg alternative that accepts paypal.

Anyone have some options?

EDIT: I placed an order with eXcaliber.com. Hopefully it'll be a good experience.

 

[chiwawa626]

Why don't you use the paypal "virtual credit card" thingy?

 

[waggy]

what virtual credit card thingy? they have virtual credit card? heh neat
i knew they had a debit card (i have it) but didnt know about the virtual credit card.

 

[aircooled]

Originally posted by: chiwawa626
Why don't you use the paypal "virtual credit card" thingy?

hmm, was unaware of that. I'll go check that out.
edit: have you used it yet?

 

[RossMAN]

Here is a list of computer vendors that accept Paypal.

I believe the Paypal Debit Bar is the "virtual credit card thingie" people are referring to.

 

[MustISO]

I've been thinking of trying the virtual credit card thing. The downside is you have to give them a credit card or bank account number in order to get the virtual card. Guess it's not that big of a deal.

 

[Mr N8]

Directron.com is a good vendor that accepts straight Paypal.

 

[Nocturnal]

You could always purchase from the for sale/trade forum here at Anandtech.

 

[randomlinh]

why not transfer it to your bank account?

 

[aircooled]

Originally posted by: lnguyen
why not transfer it to your bank account?

I dont have a debit/credit card connected to my bank account that is connected to my paypal. I would just rather buy the item directly with paypal.

 

[aircooled]

Originally posted by: RossMAN
Here is a list of computer vendors that accept Paypal.

Can anyone recommend any of these vendors? I'll go do a little window shopping, but if you have personal experience (good or bad) with any of them, please let me know.

 

[EagleKeeper]

I have used Directron in the past and been very pleased with the service and RMA (power supply)

 

[RossMAN]

Originally posted by: aircooled

Originally posted by: lnguyen
why not transfer it to your bank account?

I dont have a debit/credit card connected to my bank account that is connected to my paypal. I would just rather buy the item directly with paypal.

Another possible solution is someone can send you a WebCert then you can buy from NewEgg.com

The only "catch" is their fees.

If you are willing to pay the fees, I can send you a WebCert via e-mail which is a 16 digit MasterCard credit card number complete with expiration date and 3 digit security code.

 

[randomlinh]

Originally posted by: aircooled

Originally posted by: lnguyen
why not transfer it to your bank account?

I dont have a debit/credit card connected to my bank account that is connected to my paypal. I would just rather buy the item directly with paypal.

eh, just play the money transfer game.. dump money in bank, use CC, use bank checks to pay CC

 

[BurnItDwn]

Originally posted by: MogulMonster
Directron.com is a good vendor that accepts straight Paypal.

agreed directron.com is great.
They have great prices and a good selection.

I usually prefer Newegg, but I buy all my cases and most of my networking stuff from Directron.

 

[neonerd]

I got a paypal debit card, and use it all the time on newegg as a credit card....works great, and i get 1.5% back on EVERY purchase I make. and no fees!

 

[neonerd]

i'm not reputable (yet), but I own a company (in my sig) and I do go through distributors....I accept paypal directly, but idk if that's what ur looking for

~Dan

 

[gooseman]

ExCaliberPC accepts paypal. I have bought from them a couple of times and never had a problem.

 

[acemcmac]

crazypc does, and I can vouch for them

 

[aircooled]

Cool, eXcaliber.com has the item for the same price as newegg (after shipping, plus newegg was out of stock anyway).
This is my first order with them so I'll see how it goes, but they seem to have a good reputation.

(I'm buying a Built by ATI 9800 PRO 256 in case you were wondering)

Thanks again.