(DEAD) Family Guy V2 S3 $9.99 AR fye.com

[peterm2]

Along the lines of the Die Hard deal of the day a couple days ago, fye.com has Family Guy volume 2 season 3 for $29.99-$20 rebate. Link is
http://fye.com/store2.aspx?loc=59134

Pricegrabber shows $22.87 as the cheapest price.

Presumably the 15% off code would work for this offer too....

[dick_grayson]

what's the 15% off code? I can't seem to find it.


Edit: 15FF2005



and, yes, it does work

[The Bus]

15FF2005 is the code.

[Randy Miller III]

Too bad Volume 3 isn't this cheap. :mad:

[dick_grayson]

ordered one. thanks OP. by the way, my total price doesn't show the discount (price is about 5 bones more than it should be) Is this common and the billed amount will be correct? thanks

the email I received confirming my order had the correct total

[jeffrey r]

Sweet deal. Too bad I just picked this up on Black Friday for $15.99 from CC. Oh well--but that was a darn good deal at the time.

[Chip718]

Does anyone know why people give FYE rebates a bad rap?

[dick_grayson]

Does anyone know why people give FYE rebates a bad rap?



I think it may be because you have to tear off one of the proof of purchase tabs. Since this is a gift, I'll just use one from my copy. It may be other stuff.....

[cleaver]

Does anyone know why people give FYE rebates a bad rap?
I don't always get them.

[jeffrey r]

Does anyone know why people give FYE rebates a bad rap?

Because they have been a thorn in many a person's side. One important thing to note though, is that they used to use Parago to handle their rebates, and things went pretty smoothly. Then they switched to a different company, and things went to s**t. Now, they have switched back to Parago, so things are getting better again.

My recent rebates with Parago have all gone through fairly smoothly, been received promptly, approved correctly, and processed fairly quickly.

As previously stated, you also generally have to cut into your DVD box to get the UPC code and send it in. They don't accept the little "proof of purchase" tabs inside the DVD. I get around this by going to the FYE brick and mortar store a few blocks away from where I work, buying the applicable titles, taking off the price sticker with the UPC code indicated, and then returning the title to fye. This way I don't have to mangle my DVD boxes.

[Darknite39]

I've also had success (with coconuts.com, at least) just scanning the upc and printing it on thick-stock paper.

[Chip718]

Neither Family Guy, or the Die Hard Set rebates says anything about sending in the UPC.

[blokhed]

The one time I actually used FYE (because of the rebates offered - Scrubs, I think it was - even cut up the box to get the code) they never sent me the rebate check. All I got was a note saying that it had been purchased outside the range, which was false. It seemed like to big a hassle to try and get the rebate, though, so I have just given up ordering from them altogether. If that's the best they can offer for a first experience, screw them.

[Peep]

They have always made good (on the first try) for all of their rebates for me. The only one I had toruble with was a Seinfeld rebate that wasn't actually on the rebate form that they gave me. The ad in question listed a different season.

I used the UPC sticker instead of cutting the box and was prepared to return the DVD, but didn't have to. When the rebate was denied (as I half expected), the store made good on the rebate in cash!

[Ocelot]

i'm gonna sit this one out... let's see i get the DH set rebate first... Hey, my first time with them.

[spinning plates]

think i'll wait for the next foxstore.com 50% off sale to pick this one up. good deal though.

[Snowmaker]

They also show Arrested Development season 2 for $19.99.

[kenbenobi]

Don't forget about the $5 off $35 coupon, which gives you FREE shipping: DECSAVE5OFF35
I ordered Family Guy and Wag the Dog for $32.72 shipped!

[Rocketdog2000]

It used to be that you had to actually cut the 'original' UPC from the package in order for your rebate to be accepted.

But, from a tip I got from here, you now need only send in the white & yellow price sticker from the packaging - which includes the UPC number - and that works, instead. So, you don't need to deface your product.

Since I found that out, I've been using that method for the last 6 months, and have yet to have a problem with any of the ones I've submitted. The only downside, is that it does take some time to get your rebate check - usually 10 to 12 weeks (at the most) from when you first send it in - but I have had others take much less.

[flix1]

FYE and Coconuts no longer require the UPC (or POP) for the Rebates. I noticed this when I ordered Office Space SE last month.

In November, they dropped the UPC requirement from their Rebate forms.

[Bob_F1]

Yes, it was a "Deal of the Day" and it has since expired.

Bob

Did this deal end yesterday? I can not seem to get it to work.

[laidbacklarkin]

FYE and Coconuts no longer require the UPC (or POP) for the Rebates. I noticed this when I ordered Office Space SE last month.

In November, they dropped the UPC requirement from their Rebate forms.Yet, the rebate center says they wont process any submission thats missing the UPC. Go figure..perhaps its a deliberate ploy of TWEC to trick people into thinking they dont have to mangle the box only to find out they will be shafted on the rebate later. First of all, how many people do even submit the rebate ? Secondly, how many will care to follow up once their rebate is declined ? Seriously, fraudulent retailers like these should be boycotted.

[Rocketdog2000]

FYE and Coconuts no longer require the UPC (or POP) for the Rebates. I noticed this when I ordered Office Space SE last month.

In November, they dropped the UPC requirement from their Rebate forms.

That's not true. I just got a few things there last Friday, and the UPC requirement is still on the forms - at least at the B&M store, that is.

Also, one of the things - some Fuji CR-r's - had a seperate rebate direct from the manufacturer - and even that required the UPC.

[flix1]

That's not true. I just got a few things there last Friday, and the UPC requirement is still on the forms - at least at the B&M store, that is.

Also, one of the things - some Fuji CR-r's - had a seperate rebate direct from the manufacturer - and even that required the UPC.
Good point ... to clarify my statement, all of the FYE.com and Coconuts.com (online) Weekly Rebate forms have dropped the UPC requirement.

To receive your mail-in rebate:
Send:
1. This original completed form.
2. coconuts.com order confirmation email dated 9/1/05-12/12/05 and packing slip.
3. Submission must be postmarked by 1/12/06.
4. Make copies of rebate form and packing slip for your personal records.

Though ... in reading through a number of the forms, they have dropped the "Original UPC bar code" from "To receive your rebate" section, but there is still some mention of the UPC in the small print:

12-08-05 FYE.com Family Guy Vol 2 Rebate Form (http://ak.buyservices.com/buy_assets/fye/clientassets/specials/popups/rebates/120805familyguyfye.pdf)

... states (in small print), "Products returned to store without original UPC label will not be accepted."

Other recent forms have the following statements in small print:

Replications of UPC bar code symbols are
not valid. Please allow 10-12 weeks for delivery. No Post Office Boxes allowed. Products returned to store without original UPC label will not be accepted.

11-22-05 DVD Releases Coconuts.com Rebate Form (http://ak.buyservices.com/buy_assets/coconuts/clientassets/specials/popups/rebates/112205coco2dvd.pdf)

11-29-05 DVD Releases Coconuts.com Rebate Form (http://ak.buyservices.com/buy_assets/coconuts/clientassets/specials/popups/rebates/112905cocodvd.pdf)

This was the last one (that I found) that has the "Original UPC bar code" required in the "To receive your mail-in rebate" section.

11-15-05 DVD Releases Coconuts.com Rebate Form (http://ak.buyservices.com/buy_assets/coconuts/clientassets/specials/popups/rebates/111505cocodvd.pdf)

I also see that on some of this week's forms, Coconuts.com has added the information back:

12-06-05 Coconuts.com Mr and Mrs Smith Rebate Form (http://ak.buyservices.com/buy_assets/coconuts/clientassets/specials/popups/rebates/mrsmithcocodvd.pdf)

To receive your mail-in rebate:
Send:
1. This original completed form.
2. coconuts.com order confirmation email dated 8/1/05-12/12/05 and packing slip.
3. Original UPC bar code symbol from the package.
4. Submission must be postmarked by 1/12/06.
5. Make copies of rebate form, UPC and receipt for your personal records.

[sotra]

Yet, the rebate center says they wont process any submission thats missing the UPC. Go figure..perhaps its a deliberate ploy of TWEC to trick people into thinking they dont have to mangle the box only to find out they will be shafted on the rebate later. First of all, how many people do even submit the rebate ? Secondly, how many will care to follow up once their rebate is declined ? Seriously, fraudulent retailers like these should be boycotted.

I've had a couple of times with problems regarding rebates, but usually an email saying you submitted everything and have copies of it will sort it out. Price sticker UPC code also works fine. I just write a little note to them saying it is a gift and don't want to open it.
One time long ago I had a big problem with a different company and they wouldn't budge. So, I just emailed BBB, forwarded the email to them and they mailed me the rebate check within a week plus a $10 GC!
Sure rebates can be a hassle, but if you just do them straight away and keep copies you should be fine regardless of who you're dealing with.
Btw, one time with Staples/HP/Compaq (bought a PC) it took them over 6 months to send me the last rebate check for $100, but when it finally came I ended up with a computer that retailed for about $600 for just under $180 out of pocket. Well worth it IMO.

[averageguy]

Ive been buying lots of stuff from Fye with my 10% card in store and because of the rebates for stuff. Ive only had 2 of my rebates turned down. I never cut the upc code off the box. I just send in the upc code with the price on it from the package and dont have any problems with that so far.

[Bob_F1]

Why were those two rebates turned down? And were you able to get those honored after contacting the rebate clearing house?

Bob

Ive been buying lots of stuff from Fye with my 10% card in store and because of the rebates for stuff. Ive only had 2 of my rebates turned down.

[devouredzombie]

when does the 15% off code end?

[ravma479]

So, Should I send in a UPC Code or not? It doesn't say it on the Family Guy rebate, but then again...

[Bob_F1]

When in doubt, send it in. And the fact that other people will be sending it in makes it a good idea.

Bob

So, Should I send in a UPC Code or not? It doesn't say it on the Family Guy rebate, but then again...

[ravma479]

See, you should have said, "When in doubt, send it out." Cause I just like rhymes...

Thanks for the advice. :)

[flix1]

I sent in my Coconuts.com Office Space rebate without the UPC last month, and I am hoping to see how that works out.

This Family Guy set does have a UPC sticker, but it is placed on the cardboard over the original UPC of the box (under the shrinkwrap, not on it). Anyone have any experience removing this? Am I going to rip the cardboard box removing it?

[lCraZyaZnl]

Anyone know where I can download a copy of the rebate form for the Family Guy Volume 2? I cannot seem to find mine now that it has arrived and cannot find it to download.

[Bob_F1]

I posted this in your other thread but here it is again for anyone else that might have missed it:

Here's a link to the rebate form, courtesy of "rlw430" over at the Fatwallet Hot Deals forum:

Family Guy Rebate (http://ak.buyservices.com/buy_assets/fye/clientassets/specials/popups/rebates/120805familyguyfye.pdf)

Bob

Anyone know where I can download a copy of the rebate form for the Family Guy Volume 2? I cannot seem to find mine now that it has arrived and cannot find it to download.

[flix1]

Anyone know where I can download a copy of the rebate form for the Family Guy Volume 2? I cannot seem to find mine now that it has arrived and cannot find it to download.
I posted it (along with a number of others) in post #24 (page 1) of this thread.

[Bob_F1]

Thanks flix1,

I missed those earlier posts. But I did recall seeing the Fatwallet link.

Bob

I posted it (along with a number of others) in post #24 (page 1) of this thread.

[flix1]

Just to let everyone know, I just received an email that a Rebate submission was Invalid because of "Missing UPC", even though the Rebate Form did not request it.

11-01-05 DVD Releases Coconuts.com Rebate Form (http://ak.buyservices.com/buy_assets/coconuts/clientassets/specials/popups/rebates/110105cocodvd.pdf)

I replied to them stating that the UPC was not requested, so I will let everyone know what their response is.

[dick_grayson]

shit. I just sent mine off yesterday with no UPC and I ain't cutting up my box

[flix1]

For my two recent $20 rebates, Family Guy S3 and Simpsons S6, even though they did not request the UPC, I decided to send the UPC sticker with the rebate. For both of them, they were stuck on the box itself, NOT the shrinkwrap. The Simpsons one came off clean with no issues. The Family Guy one was much more difficult ... and although there was no damage to the cardboard box, it did leave some of the black sticky residue behind.

... anyone have any ideas how to remove the leftover black sticker residue without damaging the cardboard box?

[dick_grayson]

I just got an email saying my rebate was invalid since it's missing the UPC. As mentioned in this thread, the rebate form doesn't say that I needed to send it in. This makes sense. Another bunch of assholes I have to deal with......I feel like George Costanza.

[flix1]

Just to let everyone know, I just received an email that a Rebate submission was Invalid because of "Missing UPC", even though the Rebate Form did not request it.

11-01-05 DVD Releases Coconuts.com Rebate Form (http://ak.buyservices.com/buy_assets/coconuts/clientassets/specials/popups/rebates/110105cocodvd.pdf)

I replied to them stating that the UPC was not requested, so I will let everyone know what their response is.
Follow up to my original response to the invalid Office Space SE rebate due to missing UPC (this is also posted in the Die Hard for $9.99 at FYE.com thread). The reply from the Rebate Service only took a couple of days.

GOOD NEWS!

I got a response to my email:
===========================

Dear :
Tracking number:

Thank you for your rebate inquiry. You are a valued Trans World
Entertainment customer, so we are pleased to inform you that
we have updated your record. Your rebate submission is now valid.
The rebate check should be mailed in the next 4-6 weeks.

We appreciate your participation in this promotion. If there is anything
else we can do to assist you, please contact us at rebates@parago.com.
We are always happy to help.

You can also track the status of your rebate, using the Tracking number
above, at www.RebatesHQ.com.

Rod
Promotions Customer Service

----- Original Message -----
From:
To:
Sent: Saturday, December 31, 2005 10:31 AM
Subject: Parago Promo Center Email


> First Name:
> Last Name:
> Company Name:
> Street Address:
> City:
> State:
> Email:
> Zip Code:
> Phone:
> Rebate For: TRANSWORLD
> Comments: My rebate status states invalid because of "Office Space (WS) SE
> Missing UPC", but the Rebate Form did not request a UPC. The form is
> available at this website and makes no mention of requiring the UPC for
> receiving the rebate:
> http://ak.buyservices.com/buy_asset...0105cocodvd.pdf

[flix1]

For my two recent $20 rebates, Family Guy S3 and Simpsons S6, even though they did not request the UPC, I decided to send the UPC sticker with the rebate. For both of them, they were stuck on the box itself, NOT the shrinkwrap. The Simpsons one came off clean with no issues. The Family Guy one was much more difficult ... and although there was no damage to the cardboard box, it did leave some of the black sticky residue behind.

... anyone have any ideas how to remove the leftover black sticker residue without damaging the cardboard box?
Just to let everyone know, I ended up buying a small bottle of Goo Gone at Home Depot. I applied a small amount to a paper towel. It easily removed the black sticky residue from the Family Guy cardboard box. There was a very slight discoloration on the box in the areas where I scrubbed a bit harder due to thicker residue. Overall, a successful experience with results that I am happy with. It also removes the security sticker residue from the DVD case without any negative effects (but I suggest removing the DVD outer casing insert before proceeding).