Downtown Manhattan $15 DVD Guy on Bway - Part 2
12-08-00, 11:59 PM
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Can you believe this guy needs a part 2?
The Deal: $15 each, sometimes 2 for $25. $15 - $20 on premium 2 disc sets. No tax of course.
Next generation system Video games are $30-$50. $30 for new release PSP games
$15 isn't the greatest price for a dvd, but in these hard times and for a spur of the moment purchase on the streets of NYC, it's a sweet score that instantly gratifies those seeking a quick dvd fix.
Where: Around Fulton & Broadway
Look for the street vendor table that resembles a football huddle.
When: Your guess is as good as mine. Usually Thursdays and Fridays.
Time: Usually 11:00AM - 5:30PM. Best time to go is 11:00 - 11:30AM before the lunch frenzy consumes all the good titles.
For more info Check out the first thread:
http://talk.dvdtalk.com/ubb/Forum1/HTML/015397.html
Some advice: Haggling usually doesn't work, Have exact change, don't ask for a receipt, and don't ask him where he gets the dvds
The Deal: $15 each, sometimes 2 for $25. $15 - $20 on premium 2 disc sets. No tax of course.
Next generation system Video games are $30-$50. $30 for new release PSP games
$15 isn't the greatest price for a dvd, but in these hard times and for a spur of the moment purchase on the streets of NYC, it's a sweet score that instantly gratifies those seeking a quick dvd fix.
Where: Around Fulton & Broadway
Look for the street vendor table that resembles a football huddle.
When: Your guess is as good as mine. Usually Thursdays and Fridays.
Time: Usually 11:00AM - 5:30PM. Best time to go is 11:00 - 11:30AM before the lunch frenzy consumes all the good titles.
For more info Check out the first thread:
http://talk.dvdtalk.com/ubb/Forum1/HTML/015397.html
Some advice: Haggling usually doesn't work, Have exact change, don't ask for a receipt, and don't ask him where he gets the dvds
Last edited by dgc; 04-07-06 at 02:07 PM. Reason: Update Info - location/pricing
12-09-00, 01:33 AM
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quote:<HR>Originally posted by SCARFACE:
is this guy located down the street from century21 department store?<HR>
Yes, on Broadway. I believe his normal spot on the sidewalk is in front of a pantyhose store called the Stocking Exchange.
12-27-00, 02:58 PM
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He's there today with many "recent" titles as well as some old favorites:
The Cell, Gone in 60 Seconds, Shaft, X-Men, MI2, U-571, Pitch Black, Shanghi Noon, Jurrasic Park, T2 Ultimate Ed., Fight Club, Mission Impossible, The Rock, assorted James Bond SE and others too numerous to mention.
He also had PS2 games for $35.
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"Leave the gun. Take the cannoli." - I pray I'll hear these words on dvd some day (excluding "You've Got Mail", thanks chitowndvd).
The Cell, Gone in 60 Seconds, Shaft, X-Men, MI2, U-571, Pitch Black, Shanghi Noon, Jurrasic Park, T2 Ultimate Ed., Fight Club, Mission Impossible, The Rock, assorted James Bond SE and others too numerous to mention.
He also had PS2 games for $35.
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"Leave the gun. Take the cannoli." - I pray I'll hear these words on dvd some day (excluding "You've Got Mail", thanks chitowndvd).
12-27-00, 05:14 PM
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I caught him there this afternoon as well, but he was out of most of the good titles - picked up the Mummy (never got around to getting it till today)
Nice to see he's still around - thought he packed up shop for good!
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Nice to see he's still around - thought he packed up shop for good!
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12-28-00, 03:36 PM
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quote:<HR>Originally posted by dek:
Man, he still has those SW and Godfather DVDs. Am I glad I visited him today!<HR>
LOL, hey Dek that j/k is getting stale.
12-29-00, 03:14 PM
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quote:<HR>Originally posted by Jago:
He's there! I picked up the last American Beauty for $15. He had a ton of The Beach, 1 Shanghai Noon left, and some Any Given Sundays. I saw 1 Girl Interupted and a few Deuce Bigalows.<HR>
I went again today and picked up the limited issue of Disney's Peter Pan for $15. Good deal, anywhere else and your paying at least $10 more.
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He's there today. I picked up season 1 soppranos for $60.
He was giving out free Officesteria Hybrid CD-ROMs "The Interactive Stress Reliever for Disgruntled Employees.
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"Leave the gun. Take the cannoli." - I pray I'll hear these words on dvd some day (excluding "You've Got Mail", thanks chitowndvd).
He was giving out free Officesteria Hybrid CD-ROMs "The Interactive Stress Reliever for Disgruntled Employees.
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"Leave the gun. Take the cannoli." - I pray I'll hear these words on dvd some day (excluding "You've Got Mail", thanks chitowndvd).
01-11-01, 01:55 PM
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For $15 each, which in my opinion isnt a good deal at all, Id rather give some LEGIT business my business...Not someone who is guilty of evading taxes, as I sure this guy doesnt report this money...Also in case it breaks or you have some other problem you can easily return it if you buy at a REAL store....
For the past few months I see all you NYC area DVD talkers creaming in your pants about a lousy deal...I mean honestly, 15 bucks each and too good a deal plus you are giving some shady dude your money....Just my opinion.
For the past few months I see all you NYC area DVD talkers creaming in your pants about a lousy deal...I mean honestly, 15 bucks each and too good a deal plus you are giving some shady dude your money....Just my opinion.
01-11-01, 02:41 PM
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No more Sopranos 
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Picked up Spinal Tap SE for 10.00
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The Kromaksian Collection: http://www.dvdprofiler.com/mycollection.asp?alias=GG
.Picked up Spinal Tap SE for 10.00
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"Enjoy the sauce."
The Kromaksian Collection: http://www.dvdprofiler.com/mycollection.asp?alias=GG
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quote:<HR>Originally posted by Adam Wolf:
For $15 each, which in my opinion isnt a good deal at all, Id rather give some LEGIT business my business...Not someone who is guilty of evading taxes, as I sure this guy doesnt report this money...Also in case it breaks or you have some other problem you can easily return it if you buy at a REAL store....
For the past few months I see all you NYC area DVD talkers creaming in your pants about a lousy deal...I mean honestly, 15 bucks each and too good a deal plus you are giving some shady dude your money....Just my opinion.<HR>
If this is not too good of a deal in your opinon show me another place that has better or comparable prices on new releases without having to testdrive a car make referels or take surveys.
[This message has been edited by SCARFACE (edited January 11, 2001).]
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Amazon or buy with coupons, and how bout bestbuy and circuitcity....untile a few weeks ago, there prices were good...and its legal...but go ahead, buy them for 15 each and save a dollar or two, good luck when they break or skip.....oh im sure he gives reciepts..
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quote:<HR>Originally posted by Adam Wolf:
Amazon or buy with coupons, and how bout bestbuy and circuitcity....untile a few weeks ago, there prices were good...and its legal...but go ahead, buy them for 15 each and save a dollar or two, good luck when they break or skip.....oh im sure he gives reciepts..<HR>
Why are all of your posts always so negative?
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quote:<HR>Originally posted by Adam Wolf:
Yeah that makes alot of sense and is completely pertinent to the topic....Im sorry I made a comment at all...Go spend your money on stolen goods...Enjoy <HR>
thank you for your permission and wishes.
FYI we arent saving a dollar or two.
more like 5-7 dollars w/tax when comparing to BB.
and if ever the disk doesnt work i repurchase it at a place like borders then return it and get store credit for the one i bought from them.
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