Sorry this has probably been beaten into the ground....I'm looking to purchase the V3's real soon and was just wondering if this is the best/most reliable place to purchase? I saw $499, what would it be after the discount code? Is shipping to the states free? Will the seller double box and bubble wrap if asked? Sneakerahead good about returns? Thanks guys!
Yes David and sneakerahead is the most reliable site so far. There have been a few people posting videos on YouTube that claimed to have bought their V3s off other sellers for less. When I have tried to contact these sellers, I got nothing but a run around from them and they won't post photos of the shoes they claim to be selling, so maybe you get V3 and maybe you one of the hybrid versions (cross between V2 and V3). I know for $499USD, I would be pissed if I got anything other than a V3 and all because maybe you save $20.
The discount code is supposed to give you about 15% (?) off the $499. You also get 6% if you pay by Western Union.
Shipping was via DHL and took 14 days. Shipping was included in the price and had full tracking to my door with signature on delivery.
I don't think anyone has returned their shoes to sneakerahead. Those of us that have had problems have been able to purchase a 2nd pair at a greatly reduced price.
There are conditions.
1. The problem must be documented and lodged within 30 days.
2. The actual price of the replacement pair is up to negotiations. I think right now $240USD.
I did ask politely to get my box in good condition and mine came double boxed. I've seem photos where it looks like some boxes have been trashed. I will suggest that that is not sneakerahead, that is either customs or the courier that did that. So it will depend on how you ask for this to be packed. Be nice and you should be fine.
Most shoes are bubble wrapped. Mine were not. I also didn't get a charger included for some reason either. Overall, I am very happy with the deal and why I am happy to write about it here.