Excellent video! I love the upgrade possibility tip with website reference.

Thank you for making video

Thank you! I'm browsing on Black Market!

thank you for this !

Man! I appreciate you!

Excellent tips! eBay can be dodgy but I've had generally good luck buying used Macs by doing just what you recommend (lucky coincidence). The only thing I would add is that I only buy from sellers with a 100% favorable feedback rating, and the more sales the better.

amazing video, ty sir

Just got a 27” 5k mid 2017 iMac. Basically new looking. Not a scratch or issue I did but it from a single owner. I’m also tech savvy so not to worried about something like the HD failing and me not being able to fix it. They wanted $600 but I offered $500 and took it home. I got all the original cords, mouse, and keyboard. Also my favorite thing for looking up macs is the App Mactracker, it’s a free app it’s easy to use and was super helpful back when I used to fix macs for people. Nice video!!

A dedicated GPU is important for a pre-owned iMac, especially when doing video editing. Excellent video...

Great video, in my opinion the value is to be found on the upgradability of old iMacs, it’s not worth buying an old iMac say 2013 or earlier if it’s stuck on High Sierra, the patcher software (open core legacy patcher) allows Monterey 12.4 to run super smooth even on 2009 iMacs. I bought a 21.5 iMac 2009 for £90 added a 240gb ssd £25 and added 4gb ram £12 and I installed the patcher software and the latest Monterey runs perfectly, £127 for a perfected usable iMac in 2022 running latest Apple software, crazy.

Good video.

Good video with sound advice. I highly recommend OWC; all the Macs I've purchased have been used and every one I've bought through OWC; great folks, no regrets. Something else to consider with the iMac is VESA mounting. Prior to 2011(?) the stands were removable and you could get a VESA adapter for them ...which means you could mount the iMac to a moveable arm and totally de-clutter your desk. If ever a computer screamed for that capability, it's the iMac; a "desk top" computer without the desk top stuff. Then, in true Apple fashion, they did away with the removable stand feature; if you wanted VESA mount capability, you had to order your iMac from the factory with the VESA set up ...which meant you couldn't use the factory stand with it; it was either or. I believe this VESA option continues, at least through 2022. If you *really* want or need to have your iMAC on an arm, you have to score a fairly old version or the late 2017 iMac Pro. For whatever reason, Apple decided to engineer the late 2017 Pro versions with the removable stand. And lest you think you could use the adapter off your old 2011 iMac, think again. The VESA mount is *specific* for this series of iMacs; the old version will not fit. Apple no longer carries any of the mounts and there is one company making this patented adapter. There is a work around VESA adapter for the non-removable stand versions of iMac; it clamps to the factory stand. It's a little awkward, IMHO, but that's the only option you have.

I still love this old imac 🖥️ 21 comparing to the new one 😅 i could have upgraded to new one but the aesthetic vibe of this old mac 🍎 still captured my love for this old imac 21 inch

Thanks for sharing. I am having trouble with finding the chart on compatibility on macs on owc even using the search box. Any thoughts

Great video! I have OS X Yosemite 10.10.5 and I am looking for a used newer iMac. It’s not allowing me to make updates or access college books.

Thanks Craig Neidel

tnks

I am not tech savvy but I was able to buy a 2020 iMac from a private seller and transfer my data from my 2013 iMac to it via iCloud and Migration Assistant. Also wiped the old iMac and reinstalled Catalina. I set up the old iMac just to stream videos and it works great! Love, love, love the 2020 iMac. So fast and the 5k screen is awesome. The new iMac will upgrade to Sonoma, but haven’t done that yet as I am happy with Catalina.

Thanks for the confidence in buying my first iMac. Found a mid 2017 21.5-inch iMac 4K, 3.6GHz Quad Core i7, 32GB DDR4, 256GB SSD, PRO 555/2GB, sold on OWC In “Very Good condition” for $200.

Hey Dude, Thanks for the tips and they really helped me but I need to get rid of Safari can you help me?

got a 27 inch 2010 iMac, upgraded the SSD and ram, running linux mint on it, marvellous screen

Are there ways to remove MDM locks and iCloud activation locks ? And not just Bypass but flat out removals ? Thanks ! Great video

Hi Graig, interesting tips and thanks for sharing. Do you by any chance know any trustworthy store in Europe (e.g., in Germany) that sells used/refurbished Macs? Many thanks. Bill.

What would you mostly recommend for the price and for gaming and work

I didn't buy a used iMac. I was given one (2014 Model, 27" Retina 5k, magic mouse, keyboard, LED Cinema Display, 1TB Fusion HDD/SSD Combo, 16GB Ram). And I LOVE IT!!!

thank you for the video. i'm currently in the market for an older iMac and i'm using a 2015 retina Macbook Pro mainly for editing videos (1080p) and normal every day stuff. I have an offer for a 27in 2015 5k 32gb ram, 256 ssd, 2 gb graphics for 600 USD. Do you think it's a good buy for my activity? otherwise, he has another option for the same price but the 2017 21in 1TB HDD, 26gb Ram, 2gb graphics. I'm not sure if they're worth looking into or should i just go for a newer model? Thank you in advance! :)

Hi I'm on the verge of getting an iMac 27 inch 2014 second hand and it's an individual sale, so I'll be viewing it myself next week, it comes with 24gb of ram, 512gb ssd drive, 4.0GHz quad-core Intel Core i7 and AMD Radeon R9 M295X with 4GB for €500, it's in perfect condition comes with track pad and magic keyboard, is that a good deal, and would it be good for music production? Great video by the way, I'm in Ireland so we don't have any stores online here like ye have which is a pity.

I’m thinking to buy iMac 2017 21.5inc i5 ram dde 16 SSD NVMe 250 intel iris plus graphics 640 1.5gb and will add SSD Sata 250gb to do browsing, streaming, office, a lil bit of pic/vid editing and gaming. What do you think Craig? Any advice would help.

Should You desire a discount the I suggest going to the Apple Refurbishment and Clearance department. Just as nice as new with clearance machines being brand new...

Would this one that isellimac is selling be any good Apple 21.5" iMac 2009 3.06GHz Core 2 Duo 500GB HDD 4GB A1311 MB950LL/A +A Grade

I found locally for $1800 iMac Pro 27 model 2017 Xeon 18, core 128 GB of RAM 1tb flash storage is this word blank performance versus price ratio in 2023 wondering if it’s upgradable to future OS X ? Or is it better to buy 2020 iMac 27 i9 for similar price or slightly cheaper same 64 gigs of RAM 1 TB storage?

Thanks for the useful information. One think I don't quite get, though is the emphasis on avoiding non-SSD drives when it is such a straightforward (OK, not for everyone) and affordable option to upgrade to SSD?

I just bought a used iMac. It’s a A1418 model I paid $200 for. I hope it isn’t a bad computer. What are your thoughts?

Help post : I am thinking to buy imac27 5k 2019 model 94 GB Ram with 3.8 Gz i9 processor +Radeon pro 580 X S 8GB video card. And 1 TB SSD. Do u think its better than M1 macbook pro 14 inch with 16 GB Ram. I am using Davinci resolve and edit Blackmagic raw videos.

What do you thing about 2019 27 5K iMac i5 3.7ghz 32gb ram 2tb fusion drive and radeon 580x 8gb for 1000 dollar. Is it a good deal? I want to use next 5-8 years.

Can you put a list of where we can buy it from

Thanks for all of this info!! I’m between an iMac with a 2017 Core i5 (3.0GHz - HDD 1 TB - 8GB) and a 2019 Core i3 (3.6GHz - HDD 1 TB - 8G)-which would you choose?

Hi I bought an iMac late 2015 21.5in, it came without icloud and everything seemed fine. But when i tried to reinstall the system Mac os Monterey at the end of the installation it showed up a message it said Remote Managemente "Name Institution" can automatically configure your computer. Instantly it started to create jamf profiles and anothers profiles automatically. Im scared, i would like to know if is there any way to fix this problem. I dont want to lose this computer that i bought doing big efforts to afford it. Is it possible to prevent this remote management ? Thank you

do those sites ship internationally?

Sir from which website can I buy a used MacBook Pro

Can you do that video on how to upgrade any old Mac to the newest OS? Also, is it possible to upgrade the SSD drive in the new M2 MacBook Pro or air lines? Your videos are very helpful and much insight

Are there any other good sellers of apple computers on ebay?

Owc doesn't have any computers right now and I can't get to isellimac selling place

I got a 5k 27" 2017 iMac last week with an i5, 16GB ram and 1TB HDD for $425

many of us watch/listen to youtube on 2X. I know about OWC but I couldn't quite hear the website isellimacs or whatever. I looked in the description to click on a link to buy a computer. Why are you not making money referring me?

I'm a disabled veteran and don't have much money but I would like to buy a used 27 inch Imac for $280 delivered. Can you please assist me? Thanks for your time

Recommending a fusion drive is also not the smartest thing. The flash part of those disks are going first.

So how do I know if it has a SSD drive.

OWC doesn't seem to sell imacs

I found one ☝🏾 on OWC that's upgradable to update IOS

its ok to buy refurbish from iMac store bcs they still expensive

Good information 👍, I am about to buy used iMac 2017 3.4GHZ , 8 GB 2400MHZ DDR 4 , Graphic Radeon Pro 560 4Gb ,1 TB HHd used getting for £300 with Apple mouse and keyboard, is this worth buying?

Can I pay you to help me find a good 27 iMac?

Tldr: look for one you can gut and make a PC monitor out of

I look for Macs with a question mark folder, and get them at a HUGE DISCOUNT.

I just sold my for 550$, it was too slow and wouldn’t open apps fast enough,

Unfortunately prices got up, at least in Europe.

Hey Neil, after advice please, looking to buy a Mac. This would bey first apple device. The advertised specs on Facebook are... Like New Condition Super Slim Apple iMac 27 inch 4K Retina Display with NVidia Geforce GT Gaming Graphics. Great For Graphic Design, Photo editing, games. Intel i5 Quadcore. Comes with Microsoft Office 2019 Package, Word, PowerPointl, Excel etc Apple IMac 27Inch Widescreen i5 Quad Core 3.20Ghz 16Gb Ram (1600 MHz) Graphics (NVIDIA GeForce GT 755M 1Gb) Good for Games and Designers, Photoshop etcDisplay (2560 x 1440) Retina Ultra Thin Dual Hard drive 1Tb (1000Gb) HDD 128Gb SSD Super Fast Comes with keyboard & mouse Good Condition. Ready to use. Fully working with 6 months warranty Good for Office Work/Video calling/ Video Streaming/ Students/ Photo Editing/ Music Production/ DJ'ing/ Programming. Catalina 0S X Latest version This is be sold for £399 Does this seem to good to be true? I don't really know apple products but am in need of a golf computer as the old windows laptop I was using is way too old, slow and underspecced to process my photos.

Don't buy from OWC! You might get a good product or you might not. It is when you don't get a good one that they FAIL as a company. Horrible customer service. Here's my story in a timeline: 1) I purchased a Macbook Pro 2015 from them. 2) It arrived after a little more than a week. (Within their estimated shipping time). I updated to newer OS and transferred files. 3) Within 2 days had a bad screen. Fair enough. If they have good customer service surely they'll take care of me. 4) I went back and forth with the first person giving them picture evidence, answering all their questions. This took two more days. 5) Radio silence for 4 days. 6) Finally some more back and forth, now with a different person. 7) It took more than a week for them to be willing to take it back since my first complaint. I shipped it according to their specifications. 8) Finally after they received the unit (6 days after I shipped it), they took a couple days to run some tests and "couldn't find anything wrong with it" 9) They plan on simply sending back the same unit to me. I had to fight with them to do better. 10) They finally gave in and offered to send me another unit of similar condition 11) I ask if they send me another unit and it has problems if they would allow me to do a refund. 12) They said wouldn't be willing to give me a refund if they send me another unit. 13) I told them that I'd just take a refund now and work with a different company. 14) They had the audacity (after a month from purchase date by this time) to make me pay a restocking fee! They wasted a month of my time, with poor communication, poor customer service, and they still wanted a restocking fee. Do not work with this company if you don't want a headache for a month trying to get your computer. Go with someone else that has better customer service.