Should I buy my first Rolex from an AD or a Trusted Seller on RolexForums?

[Muzz]

If you buy new from an AD you will get the 5 year warranty. Not guaranteed if you buy from a trusted seller.

[treblarefils]

I paid 6790 for my 114060 from AD shipped to my house in plastic coffin no tax. I didnt think that was a bad deal so i jumped on it and i love it you would not be dissapointed. I myself would buy an unworn 114060 from david sw if i was in the market now.

[Speed]

Originally Posted by onthemoney

...I would still keep the first one from the AD if I could go back and re do it.

Just for that feeling.

Ahhhhh. The feeling of a Diet Coke!

[mschafer]

As you know what you want I suggest a deal here. Saves a chunk of money that you save for your next piece. As for warranty, if it's truly a concern, wait and see if there's one popping up here with the new setup. As it has been pointed out numerous times, if buy preownd, consider servicing cost in the overall budget. And buy the way, the watches didn't get overnight better, the service interval is still up to you. Some say until something fails, others like preventative service to keep your Rolex in perfect condition.

[1995akcoop]

go where the best deal is. most likely its gonna be here on the forum. the AD experience is overrated

[SALTY]

On a brand new watch money can be saved from a trusted seller her on TRF but not always as much as you would think; careful shopping from ADs has produced some decent deals for me over the years competing with and, in limited case(s), besting what I could have gotten here.

That said, there are some really good sellers here and I have only had good experiences on the deals that I have done here. Then again, I have shied away from some deals where stories didn't line up, links are missing (ever wonder where some of those links come from on the parts and accessories page?) or where a watch is offered for sale but for one reason or another the seller doesn't seem to have actual possession of the actual watch at the moment. But, as I said, every deal I have actually done here (grey dealers and regular folk alike) has been a positive experience that also yielded savings and/or good deals, at least IMO.

Oh, and as 1995akcoop said, the AD experience is overrated.

[bde]

I would say either. There is something about going into an AD and experiencing buying a brand new watch. You can also start getting perks from ADs once you establish a relationship.

Trusted sellers will obviously cheaper and can often find you BNIB watches with warranties.

Good luck with the hunt!

[NoVaSubowner]

I got my 114060 from a great AD for only $125 more then a lot of the sellers on this forum. Shop the smaller AD's. Don't tire kick and be ready to buy on the spotty if they offer a great deal.

[Urosfan]

I'd go AD route for my first

[Racerdj]

It comes down to this.

Originally Posted by watchwatcher

To answer your question, I would buy here from a trusted seller. If saving money is important...if not, go to the AD.

[fishingbear]

Originally Posted by locutus49

If you can afford it, buy your first from an AD. There will be no doubts, and you can exchange it for another if there is a flaw. You can buy your next from a Trusted Seller.

Yep, this.

[ap1]

Commodity, go where number is best

[Sublover2166]

Originally Posted by Muzz

If you buy new from an AD you will get the 5 year warranty. Not guaranteed if you buy from a trusted seller.

For a 1500 dollars savings, I would gladly take the 3 year warranty over the 5. This whole warranty thing is being blown out of proportion. Chances are if there is a manufacturing defect, it will most likely be noticed in the first year.
My 16613 bought 18 years ago had a 1 year warranty as did all Rolex watches back then and nobody cried about it.

[SMD]

Originally Posted by TheHeavyCrown

Incorrect on every level.

Only buy from a Rolex authorized dealer. NEVER buy from anyone on the internet. Ever. If you establish a relationship with your AD, you will be rewarded with great discounts. But buying luxury watch has nothing to do with "discounts". Looking for discounts is missing the point. This will only be understood by a small few. Others will think what I'm saying is snobbish. These are the people I'm speaking to. If I get a discount, great. Do I need a discount?, no. If I NEED a discount, I shouldn't be buying a Rolex in the first place.

[carreramay]

Originally Posted by TheHeavyCrown

Incorrect on every level.

Only buy from a Rolex authorized dealer. NEVER buy from anyone on the internet. Ever. If you establish a relationship with your AD, you will be rewarded with great discounts. But buying luxury watch has nothing to do with "discounts". Looking for discounts is missing the point. This will only be understood by a small few. Others will think what I'm saying is snobbish. These are the people I'm speaking to. If I get a discount, great. Do I need a discount?, no. If I NEED a discount, I shouldn't be buying a Rolex in the first place.

FUNNY on every level.

[Sublover2166]

Originally Posted by TheHeavyCrown

Incorrect on every level.

Only buy from a Rolex authorized dealer. NEVER buy from anyone on the internet. Ever. If you establish a relationship with your AD, you will be rewarded with great discounts. But buying luxury watch has nothing to do with "discounts". Looking for discounts is missing the point. This will only be understood by a small few. Others will think what I'm saying is snobbish. These are the people I'm speaking to. If I get a discount, great. Do I need a discount?, no. If I NEED a discount, I shouldn't be buying a Rolex in the first place.

You my friend are hilarious and I'm sure 99.9% of us are not taking you seriously. If you are willing to pay MSRP for everything you purchase in life you are in fact a born sucker!

[Majin Buu]

From my experience, when in F.U.D., the AD was the way to go!

Cheers

MB

[thereisonlyoneelcid]

I bought my first Rolex, a SubC, from an AD that was recommend to me from a member on this forum. They gave me a nice discount and were out of state. They called me this week to see how I liked the watch and to make sure everything was ok.

I didn't get the AD experience, what ever that is and I never even met the people I dealt with. I did get as good a deal as from a trusted seller on this web site and the knowledge that it was from an authorized dealer.

Nothing against trusted sellers here but if you look hard enough you can find as good a deal from some AD's.

However, I would by from who ever gave me the better deal.

[Bakasana]

In DavidSW I trust.

[treblarefils]

Originally Posted by TheHeavyCrown

Incorrect on every level.

Only buy from a Rolex authorized dealer. NEVER buy from anyone on the internet. Ever. If you establish a relationship with your AD, you will be rewarded with great discounts. But buying luxury watch has nothing to do with "discounts". Looking for discounts is missing the point. This will only be understood by a small few. Others will think what I'm saying is snobbish. These are the people I'm speaking to. If I get a discount, great. Do I need a discount?, no. If I NEED a discount, I shouldn't be buying a Rolex in the first place.

This is exactly how Rolex or any high level brand want people to think.

[yahoo_mks]

Originally Posted by Bakasana

In DavidSW I trust.

+1

[zama]

I am not sure it is about the money etc, personally and I know this is strange for someone with a number of nice watches, but I don't really like the AD experience, and I really like my AD. Surrounded by so many lovely and expensive watches somehow make me feel dirty, like I should be doing more for world hunger. I don't actually like being fussed over or the white gloves, thankfully I have never needed the Diet Coke.

I prefer to buy from a bricks and mortar specialist re-seller or would happily buy from a trusted seller, and not because it is cheaper, it just is a different experience. None of my Rolex have ever been bought new, my only two new watches were my AP and PP, due to availability.

But I do think if you want the full experience and that it will mark a milestone of success then I agree with Tom have the full coffin experience just look out for dust and make sure you get the full diet coke experience.

[zama]

Originally Posted by TheHeavyCrown

Incorrect on every level.

Only buy from a Rolex authorized dealer. NEVER buy from anyone on the internet. Ever. If you establish a relationship with your AD, you will be rewarded with great discounts. But buying luxury watch has nothing to do with "discounts". Looking for discounts is missing the point. This will only be understood by a small few. Others will think what I'm saying is snobbish. These are the people I'm speaking to. If I get a discount, great. Do I need a discount?, no. If I NEED a discount, I shouldn't be buying a Rolex in the first place.

Did not read this post before mine, seems we may be on different paths.... to each his own and I respect your position, it is just different to me. And be sure I would be seen as a real snob given I am going down to pick up a Platinum Day Date Tuesday from a trusted used bricks and mortar store. There will be no fuss, no gloves, a 30 min chat on watches, and probably a coffee while they adjust the bracelet. One of the local AD's is next door, as I mentioned the AD experience is great as well, I prefer less fuss.

There is truth to the argument about buying on the internet if talking e-bay etc, although I have sold a number of nice watches on e-bay never had a problem and met a lot of nice people. Maybe I have been lucky.

[Muzz]

Originally Posted by Sublover2166

For a 1500 dollars savings, I would gladly take the 3 year warranty over the 5. This whole warranty thing is being blown out of proportion. Chances are if there is a manufacturing defect, it will most likely be noticed in the first year.
My 16613 bought 18 years ago had a 1 year warranty as did all Rolex watches back then and nobody cried about it.

It is important to some people. I personally have never had a "warranty" issue however for the same price I would gladly take it.

Also I would like to add, the cost of a BLNR, Daytona and DSSD blue from either grey or an AD is the same (taxes aside) so 1500 difference doubtful.

[GradyPhilpott]

Originally Posted by TheHeavyCrown

Incorrect on every level.

Only buy from a Rolex authorized dealer. NEVER buy from anyone on the internet. Ever. If you establish a relationship with your AD, you will be rewarded with great discounts. But buying luxury watch has nothing to do with "discounts". Looking for discounts is missing the point. This will only be understood by a small few. Others will think what I'm saying is snobbish. These are the people I'm speaking to. If I get a discount, great. Do I need a discount?, no. If I NEED a discount, I shouldn't be buying a Rolex in the first place.

I understand your point and I prefer doing business with my local AD, but honestly, there is no wrong way, intrinsically, to buy a Rolex.

You can buy from an AD, a gray dealer, ebay, a pawn shop, or the guy who mows your lawn and, as long as you get what you paid for, any of those transactions are acceptable.

The real difference is that each one requires a somewhat greater leap of faith than the previous one and of course, each one will save you some money over what one pays at a dealer.

It is a waste of time to try and convince people who don't value a good relationship with an AD that that is the way to go and, indeed, there is no reason for anyone to do so with all the alternatives available.

It's all a matter of taste and to a larger degree the quality of the AD one does business with.

[Sublover2166]

Originally Posted by Muzz

It is important to some people. I personally have never had a "warranty" issue however for the same price I would gladly take it.

Also I would like to add, the cost of a BLNR, Daytona and DSSD blue from either grey or an AD is the same (taxes aside) so 1500 difference doubtful.

Yes, but if you read what the OP wants to buy, an 114060 No Date Sub he can certainly save 1500 from a trusted seller here.

[HogwldFLTR]

It's your money; spend it wisely. For me I don't like to over pay. Sometimes I make mistakes but try to be very careful in my choices. There are some very good sellers here; I can't see how a month from now having paid more will be of value.

[tomcorkery]

Originally Posted by TheHeavyCrown

Incorrect on every level.

Only buy from a Rolex authorized dealer. NEVER buy from anyone on the internet. Ever. If you establish a relationship with your AD, you will be rewarded with great discounts. But buying luxury watch has nothing to do with "discounts". Looking for discounts is missing the point. This will only be understood by a small few. Others will think what I'm saying is snobbish. These are the people I'm speaking to. If I get a discount, great. Do I need a discount?, no. If I NEED a discount, I shouldn't be buying a Rolex in the first place.

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[handsfull]

Originally Posted by TheHeavyCrown

Incorrect on every level.

Only buy from a Rolex authorized dealer. NEVER buy from anyone on the internet. Ever. If you establish a relationship with your AD, you will be rewarded with great discounts. But buying luxury watch has nothing to do with "discounts". Looking for discounts is missing the point. This will only be understood by a small few. Others will think what I'm saying is snobbish. These are the people I'm speaking to. If I get a discount, great. Do I need a discount?, no. If I NEED a discount, I shouldn't be buying a Rolex in the first place.

Originally Posted by SMD

Originally Posted by carreramay

FUNNY on every level.

+1 No more koolaid for you!

[tomcorkery]

Originally Posted by tomcorkery

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sorry strange hehe