Just got back from Costco, and I picked up the first three seasons of Brady Bunch for $12.99 ($24.99 + $12 instant rebate.) They also had: Happy Days, Laverne & Shirley, Mork & Mindy, MacGyver, Cheers, and a few others.
petroc
10-25-05, 05:31 PM
Star Trek at that price, even doubled would be a no-brainer. Oh we can dream.
dvd-fanman
10-25-05, 07:51 PM
Can't find Brady Bunch Season 1 at my local Costco :(
kenbenobi
10-25-05, 08:56 PM
I hope Sam's Club does this, too...
Fife
10-26-05, 02:10 AM
Both of the Costcos near me seem to have pulled these from the shelf.
John-In-VA
10-26-05, 12:01 PM
Star Trek at that price, even doubled would be a no-brainer. Oh we can dream.
I hear ya.
Yo Mama
10-26-05, 01:53 PM
Are these for all seasons of all the listed series?
Jim
10-26-05, 02:13 PM
They also have Hogan's Heroes and The Andy Griffith Show at that price (actually $13.99 at some stores). The selection varies by store. I've seen all seasons (that are out) of Brady Bunch, Hogan's Heroes, and Andy Griffith.
Surfinhank
10-26-05, 06:33 PM
Both of the Costcos near me seem to have pulled these from the shelf.
Can you elaborate? Where are you located?
Dabaomb
10-26-05, 09:00 PM
Can you elaborate? Where are you located?
yeah, I love when ppl say this. "My local store"....it would be nice to know what location that is.
Or at least put a location in your profile or something.
Abbadon74
10-26-05, 09:41 PM
Actually, does anyone have a list of featured sets? I read Star Trek, but would someone be willing to elaborate on which series?
Thanks in advance,
-B
neocheddar02
10-27-05, 01:27 AM
I didn't check this deal out at my costco yet, but I think they meant they wished Star Trek was part of this deal.
Fife
10-27-05, 01:58 AM
Can you elaborate? Where are you located?
Central Florida (Orlando area).
lucyricky
10-27-05, 02:37 AM
40th Street and Thomas in Phoenix had Brady Bunch both 1 & 2, Mork & Mindy, Cheers, Andy Griffith and Hogan Heroes..didn't see Laverne & Shirley or Happy Days.
Blade
10-27-05, 06:10 AM
Actually, does anyone have a list of featured sets? I read Star Trek, but would someone be willing to elaborate on which series?
Thanks in advance,
-B
I think the Star Trek stuff was a mistake. These are specially marked boxed sets (though the packaging has the wrong details).
Full list is in the Costco thread ( http://forum.dvdtalk.com/showthread.php?t=442853#ongoingdet ):
$12 instant off when you buy any Paramount TV DVD set below ($25ea) exp. 12/3
As PerryD and Fife and Classic Films and PT1015 mentioned, specially marked Paramount TV sets (item #955416, 955414 $25ea) are getting an instant $12 off at the register. No mention of any limit. Exp. 12/3 (even though the box says while supplies last)
MacGyver s1-3
Brady Bunch s1-3
Laverne & Shirley s1
Happy Days s1
Hogan's Heroes s1,2
Mork & Mindy s1
Cheers s1-6
Fraiser s1-6
Taxi s1-3
Andy Griffith Show s1-3
cornbetts
10-27-05, 11:09 AM
If this expires on 12/3, do we think Brady Bunch Season 4 (coming out on Tuesday) will apply? Or is it for select Paramount titles only?
LASERMOVIES
10-27-05, 12:44 PM
If this expires on 12/3, do we think Brady Bunch Season 4 (coming out on Tuesday) will apply? Or is it for select Paramount titles only?
I was wondering the same thing. You will probably have to wait and see until the release date to find out. However, Costco did include the Twilight Zone Season 4 to their $25 off deal when it was released a few weeks ago. So it looks promising the Brady Bunch and a few other Paramount sets getting released during November will be included in the current sale.
Quake1028
10-27-05, 02:50 PM
Wow, I would get all 3 seasons of MacGyver for that price.
johnglad
10-27-05, 03:26 PM
I doubt Brady Bunch Season 4 or Andy Griffith Season 4 will be included in these sales. This is on older seasons sets trying to clear inventory. Notice the great deals on lots of tv stuff from lots of different vendors lately? Stuff has to move.
But at $12.99 both Brady Season 4 and Andy Season 4 would be sold at a loss in the store the first week out. I doubt they will do that and I doubt Paramount is doing a give back in that amount of a title being released right now. Just my educated guess.
Manzana
10-28-05, 02:25 AM
When I went to my Costco last week, they only had a very limited selection of Paramount TV titles, including only the first 2 seasons of The Brady Bunch, no Laverne & Shirley, no Happy Days, no Mork & Mindy, but a bunch of Cheers, Taxi, and other ones. I got the 2 Brady Bunch seasons, and then I asked if the others would be coming in stock. I was told to call back in a week.
So I called back and when the lady finally looked it up in the computer, she said all of these were showing DELETED in the computer. She then said she'd transfer me to someone to go look for me, and after 5 minutes on hold I gave up. I called another Costco and they told me they hadn't received any of these Paramount sets.
In one of the threads on this subject, a couple people indicated that some or all of these titles disappeared at their Costco. Is this sale only on at certain places? Is there any point in me trying to call Costco again to see if they have any of the sets I want?
Costco asked me how I knew about this $12 off sale and I said it was written on the front of each DVD. What's strange is that people are reporting several seasons getting the same offer that are not on the front of each DVD. Too bad there's no rhyme or reason to figuring out which Costco has what. It's almost as bad as Walmart, except Walmart is much better at answering their phones and is closer. Costco is too far out of the way, so I won't go there unless I know they have what I want (which may be why I only go there once every few months).
LASERMOVIES
10-28-05, 02:48 AM
I wonder if some of the Costcos are pulling the Paramount titles because they discovered a pricing error with the sale? Seems strange some stores suddenly had the Paramount sets disappear. My first impression of the sale was that you had to buy 1 title at regular price to get one at $12 off. I admit I was very surprised when the cash register took $12 off each title on my first visit and purchase a few weeks ago. I thought $12.99 a set was too good to be true. However as of last Sunday the sale was still on at the Costco in my area, and they had every title still available.
Fife
10-28-05, 03:15 AM
So I called back and when the lady finally looked it up in the computer, she said all of these were showing DELETED in the computer. She then said she'd transfer me to someone to go look for me, and after 5 minutes on hold I gave up. I called another Costco and they told me they hadn't received any of these Paramount sets.
I asked a salesperson about the sets, and she told me to go to customer service. I asked about a few of the titles at CS, and was told they were deleted. I told them I saw the sets the day before, so she told me to go see one of the supervisors. He looked at me like I was crazy, walked over to the DVD section, and started searching. Having already done this, I asked him if he knew about the Paramount deal, and which DVDs were included. He says no, and the person who "does the DVD section" was gone for the day. He then says they probably couldn't find it in the computer because it would come to them as "selected Paramount titles," rather than individual titles. Whatever. The whole searching through the DVD section is getting annoying.
Dabaomb
10-28-05, 09:47 AM
I asked a salesperson about the sets, and she told me to go to customer service. I asked about a few of the titles at CS, and was told they were deleted. I told them I saw the sets the day before, so she told me to go see one of the supervisors. He looked at me like I was crazy, walked over to the DVD section, and started searching. Having already done this, I asked him if he knew about the Paramount deal, and which DVDs were included. He says no, and the person who "does the DVD section" was gone for the day. He then says they probably couldn't find it in the computer because it would come to them as "selected Paramount titles," rather than individual titles. Whatever. The whole searching through the DVD section is getting annoying.
next time, give him the SKU/Item #s that Blade posts in his threads.
Manzana
10-28-05, 11:52 AM
As I recall, the SKUs say something "assortment" which means even if they have stock listed they can't tell from the computer if they have a particular season of a particular show. So then I have to ask them to send someone to search through the DVDs, and most of the time they are too busy to do that (regardless when I call), and even if they did send someone how thoroughly do you think other people look for titles they don't care about? Only if the employee grabs them and takes them to the front desk would I have a chance, and I give it about a 5% chance, but I'll try calling them on the phone 1 more time using the 2 SKU #s. It seems the stores in my area are not getting any new inventory on these and they may have sold out what they had. What's scary is that the stores act like they don't know anything about this sale or when it's supposed to end.
johnglad
10-29-05, 10:02 AM
In the realm of a Costco this sale is VERY SMALL. The person answering phones all day at the front can't know about each individual sale. Remember, you are dealing with a WHOLESALE CLUB which has both positives and negatives. You get awesome prices like this $12.99 per set which is a positive. The sets are packed together with one item number for clarity (for them) and an easy sale (meaning lower prices for the consumer). You don't get plastic bags when paying, you pay an annual fee, no trying on clothes, no credit cards, etc. They aren't Walmart for a reason. Thank god.
My point, as you have surmised, is that calling Costco's front desk for info on a specific dvd title isn't going to work, nor should it necessarily. Try calling Sams and see what happens.
Peep
10-29-05, 06:39 PM
Are we sure that the titles are being pulled? Maybe people are just buying them out of these titles. Especially if the $12.99 price is printed on the front?
LASERMOVIES
10-29-05, 07:04 PM
Are we sure that the titles are being pulled? Maybe people are just buying them out of these titles. Especially if the $12.99 price is printed on the front?
I didn't think Costco was very clear on the details of the sale. All the titles have the regular $24.99 price tag on them, and the $12 discount is not subtracted until it is scanned at the register. Also the wording to the sale is misleading since it appears you have to buy one at the regular price in order to get a $12 discount on the next one. However, when they are scanned at the register it takes $12 off each title purchased. I believe most people do not know this.
Peep
10-29-05, 09:50 PM
I just got back from Costco and my store had plenty of the "pulled" sets. I still think that people are buying them, not that stores are pulling them. Maybe the employees are stocking up.
Fife
10-30-05, 01:56 AM
I just got back from Costco and my store had plenty of the "pulled" sets. I still think that people are buying them, not that stores are pulling them. Maybe the employees are stocking up.
The reason I believe they were pulled: I was in last Saturday around 5:00 pm and they had AT LEAST 2-3 boxes full of these. The store closed one hour later. I went in the next day (Sunday) at 1:00 pm, one hour after the store opened. The sets were all completely gone. So it's possible that they sold more than two full boxes of these sets in a matter of 2 hours, but I highly doubt it. I went to another store, and they didn't have any in stock either (although I have no idea if they had any in recently).
johnglad
10-30-05, 11:29 AM
The sets were all completely gone. So it's possible that they sold more than two full boxes of these sets in a matter of 2 hours, but I highly doubt it. I went to another store, and they didn't have any in stock either (although I have no idea if they had any in recently).
If there is a dvd dealer, business person, etc. in your area that takes advantage of great sales, they may have bought all the inventory at BOTH of those stores. Its only about a $1000 investment to buy out 2 stores and it happens all the time. It is America and free enterprise runs the economy. The Disney Treasures and other underprinted items often only last a matter of days at the 2 Costco's here in Charlotte.
The Paramount TV titles are still AVAILABLE at my stores so stock up while you can everyone.
Peep
10-30-05, 12:21 PM
Or maybe word spread fast through all the employees.
exharrison
10-30-05, 01:59 PM
Went to Costco today. They had a couple of them. I think Macgyver, Cheers, Frasier. Raleigh, NC.
jiggyblau
10-30-05, 06:03 PM
I was in Costco today and they only had about 4 total Cheers sets (5 and 6) and 2 total Frasier sets (6 only), along with some others. Definitely a depleted selection, but they were there. And there was a sign that clearly stated they'd be $12.99 each. This was in Rockaway, NJ.
Peep
10-31-05, 12:17 AM
"Costco pulling DVD's": Another internet rumor put to rest.
Fife
10-31-05, 01:46 AM
"Costco pulling DVD's": Another internet rumor put to rest.
This wasn't a rumor, it was me saying that the 2 Costcos I went to no longer had the DVDs in stock, and that it was unlikely that someone bought them all in a matter of 2 hours.
Fife
10-31-05, 01:48 AM
If there is a dvd dealer, business person, etc. in your area that takes advantage of great sales, they may have bought all the inventory at BOTH of those stores. Its only about a $1000 investment to buy out 2 stores and it happens all the time. It is America and free enterprise runs the economy. The Disney Treasures and other underprinted items often only last a matter of days at the 2 Costco's here in Charlotte.
Good point. I didn't think of this.
zillywilly
10-31-05, 08:33 PM
Would anyone out there PLEASE be willing to get me a Happy Days DVD set ?? I went to Costco locally here today (Oregon), and they didn't have any ... had Brady Bunch season 3, Frasier, Cheers, Taxi, Mork & Mindy, and MacGyver, I think ... but none that I wanted. I'm happy to pay reasonable Media Mail shipping costs, plus a little more for your time and trouble ... or I'd be happy to get a set here you want and trade. Please let me know! Thanks, Melissa
Sweet Baby James
10-31-05, 09:26 PM
Would anyone out there PLEASE be willing to get me a Happy Days DVD set ?? I went to Costco locally here today (Oregon), and they didn't have any ... had Brady Bunch season 3, Frasier, Cheers, Taxi, Mork & Mindy, and MacGyver, I think ... but none that I wanted. I'm happy to pay reasonable Media Mail shipping costs, plus a little more for your time and trouble ... or I'd be happy to get a set here you want and trade. Please let me know! Thanks, MelissaI'll check for you when I go later this week. My Costco had plenty of Happy Days as of last week.:)
rich-y
10-31-05, 10:25 PM
I'll check for you when I go later this week. My Costco had plenty of Happy Days as of last week.:)
One night I was in Costco and noticed that they had an entire pallet of cheap Hitachi DVD players (like $24.99 each). I passed them up but then, after getting home and thinking about it, changed my mind and decided that I would go back to pick one up the next day. When I arrived at Costco I couldnt find the stack of DVD players anywhere. But, I did find the price sign, although the spot underneath was completely empty.
When I asked customer service where they had been moved, the clerk pointed across the floor and said, "They're over there, but somebody in Kuwait purchased all of them."
Sure enough, there sat the entire pallet of DVDs (which had been completely bound in plastic wrap with "sold" signs wrapped underneath on all four sides) along with three pallets of other items. The clerk told me that from time to time they get orders overnight from buyers who represent foreign countries who buy in bulk!
I found it funny that a foreign country wouldn't simply buy directly from the manufacturer, but I guess it's reasonable to assume that prices on some items would be cheaper at Costco if (as an individual) you weren't buying in huge numbers.
Now, I'm in no way saying that there are ton of families in Kuwait watching "Happy Days" DVDs, but I know for a fact that pallets of mechandise at Costco can disappear overnight if a buyer comes along who wants them all!
bhauge
10-31-05, 10:34 PM
Would anyone out there PLEASE be willing to get me a Happy Days DVD set ?? I went to Costco locally here today (Oregon), and they didn't have any ... had Brady Bunch season 3, Frasier, Cheers, Taxi, Mork & Mindy, and MacGyver, I think ... but none that I wanted. I'm happy to pay reasonable Media Mail shipping costs, plus a little more for your time and trouble ... or I'd be happy to get a set here you want and trade. Please let me know! Thanks, Melissa
Which store in Oregon did you check? I'll be going to the Albany or Salem store this weekend. Email me at bhauge at gmail dot com if you want me to check for you.
Peep
11-01-05, 12:54 AM
This wasn't a rumor, it was me saying that the 2 Costcos I went to no longer had the DVDs in stock, and that it was unlikely that someone bought them all in a matter of 2 hours.
Another internet rumor-spreader caught back-pedaling after panicking the internet community needlessly and then being shown the error of their false assumptions. :)
Jim
11-01-05, 11:12 AM
If anyone goes to Costco today can you see if they have Brady Bunch Season 4 and if it happens to have the $12 off like the first 3 seasons? I kind of doubt they will, but it would be nice.
BSTNFAN
11-01-05, 03:58 PM
If anyone goes to Costco today can you see if they have Brady Bunch Season 4 and if it happens to have the $12 off like the first 3 seasons? I kind of doubt they will, but it would be nice.
I was at the Nashua, NH store today and Brady Bunch Season 4 was not there.
LASERMOVIES
11-02-05, 07:43 PM
If anyone goes to Costco today can you see if they have Brady Bunch Season 4 and if it happens to have the $12 off like the first 3 seasons? I kind of doubt they will, but it would be nice.
I was at Costco today and didn't see it. However the store in my area still had about 4 boxes full of various Paramount Television Series sets.
Jim
11-13-05, 03:06 PM
Someone at HTF reported seeing Brady Bunch S4 at Costco with the $12 off. I checked on Friday but didn't see it. Has anyone else seen Season 4 at Costco? I'll have to try a different store this week to check again.
LASERMOVIES
11-13-05, 03:23 PM
Someone at HTF reported seeing Brady Bunch S4 at Costco with the $12 off. I checked on Friday but didn't see it. Has anyone else seen Season 4 at Costco? I'll have to try a different store this week to check again.
Target had an ad in today's Sunday paper advertising the Brady Bunch Seasons 1-4 for $19.99 each starting on Tuesday. Might be a good alternative if you can't find it at Costco.
wingfan
11-13-05, 05:02 PM
This confirms what I have believed in all along; that these box sets are way overpriced to begin with; especially the Star Treks, HBOs, and Twilight Zones. My Sam's Club has "most" of their Warners for $15.88, plus the rebate; including West Wing, Gilligans, Without a Trace, Dukes. The box sets take up space and are not selling past the initial release week, so agressive stores like Costco and Sams blow them out; I am suprised Worst Buy wont do the same thing, as they dedicate an entire section at mine.
LASERMOVIES
11-15-05, 06:36 PM
I went to Costco today and the supply of the Paramount sets were getting low. Only one box full remained with a few titles, mostly MacGyver and Brady Bunch sets. I was hoping to find the Brady Bunch Season 4 and Cheers Season 7 but they didn't have them. Doesn't appear Costco will add any new inventory until the sale ends or the stock runs out. Anyway I decided to get the Brady Bunch set at Target for $19.99 since Costco didn't have it.
Htom Sirveaux
11-21-05, 10:18 PM
I'm still looking for Frasier Seasons 3, 4 & 5. I picked up Season 6 tonight and they're still ringing up at $12.99. If anyone still needs a couple of sets from this sale, I'd love to do a trade. Here's what my local Costco still has as of this evening:
MacGyver 1, 2, 3
Hogan's Heroes 1, 2
Brady Bunch 1, 2, 3
Laverne & Shirley 1
Taxi 1, 3
Frasier 6
Cheers 6
Andy Griffith 3
I can provide a link to my eBay feedback (145) for a "good trader" reference. Hope someone out there can help!
Scott
Manzana
11-22-05, 03:43 PM
My Costco completely removed the Paramount TV sets. When I asked around they said their inventory said 0 of each SKU. They then called another Costco who had about 40 left, but not the 2 sets I wanted.
Since December 3rd was the posted end to this sale (and at my Costco it clearly ended earlier), I guess I'm going to give up trying to get Happy Days and Mork & Mindy for now.
Darth O
11-29-05, 02:27 AM
Hello All -
Would anyone be willing to pick up Frasier season sets for me? I'm looking for any seasons. I can pay you via PayPal for the sets, shipping, and extra for your time/gas. I have over 750 positive feedback on ebay (oreo2) & (+5) on the GTL. Please let me know :)
icruise
11-29-05, 04:03 AM
Damn, I wish we had a Costco in my area... (central Illinois)
johnglad
12-05-05, 12:43 PM
Anybody tried this at any Costco since the sale was supposed to end on 12/3? Costco sometimes just automatically extends sales to finish out the remainding product. Let us know if this great deal is ongoing or really is dead. The discount rings up at the register so you would have to try it there.
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