Have A Mac To Sell?
Valuation in under 60 seconds. No obligation, risks or hidden costs.
It only takes 30 seconds to find your serial and get started.
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The 2017 21.5-inch iMac came with small improvements. On June 5th 2017 Apple announced the new model using Kaby Lake intel processors and upgrading the Thunderbolt 2 to Thunderbolt 3 ports.
During WWDC on June 5th 2017 Apple made a small refresh to the iMac range. The 27-inch 5K iMac received updated Kaby Lake processor, Thunderbolt 3 ports and a 13% brighter screen.
The first Apple Silicon iMac released by Apple, the 24-inch 2021 iMac, was a massive improvement over the 2020 model range, with the list of changes including a whole new design using the 24-inch form factor, which hadn't been seen since 2009 and a white bezel throwing back to the 2006 model.
The 2019 generation of iMac marked the year that the 21.5-inch was only available in 4K. Design and functionality stayed the same, with only a specification increase to i9 Intel processors and Radeon Vega graphics cards. Apple claimed this model was up to 60% faster than the previous model.
The 2019 edition of the 5K 27-inch iMac featured a specification bump from the previous model. New 9th generation Intel Core i9 processors and Radeon Vega graphics cards saw a performance increase of up to 2.4x.
Prices provided exclude any adjustments for condition or missing accessories.
Below is our simple 5-step Mac trade-in process. At MacFinder, we will always keep you updated on the status of your trade-in - ensuring transparency throughout the entire process.
Step 1
Find Your Serial Number
Using your Mac’s serial number, we can determine your device’s specification, model and year of release. The process is similar to entering your car’s registration number on a car trade-in service.
Step 2
Condition, Collection & Payment Forms
Does your device contain upgraded internal components from Apple? We will offer you a better price than any of our competitors! We offer the only trade-in service which takes your device’s specification into account when quoting a price.
Your device’s specification and model aren’t the only things that can change your device’s overall value – we also check all Macs for their physical condition, which we grade as A, B or C. By checking all components, we can provide you with a more accurate and reliable quoted value. A hairline scratch won’t affect the final value as much as a cracked screen.
Step 3
We Collect From You
Once you’ve accepted our quoted offer, we will begin the process of collecting your device. We require your collection date to be five days in advance of our offer as this allows time for your collection pack to arrive and allows you time to prepare and pack your device.
When your collection day comes around, DPD will collect your device at an arranged time and will provide you with a pre-paid shipping label, which they will apply to your box. Your device will arrive with us the next day.
Step 4
Checking & Testing
When your device has arrived at MacFinder, It’ll be handed to our inspection team who will analyse your device, ensuring it is functioning properly and the condition matches your original quote. The inspection process includes a wide range of checks, from checking physical condition as well as device functionality.
Step 5
Payment
When your device has passed our internal inspection process, the quoted payment will be sent to you. Our finance team offers a selection of payment options to choose from, which they will deposit into your preferred payment account.
Alternatively, if you were planning on exchanging your Mac for one of our stocked devices, your in-store credit will be applied to your account.
Do It All Again When The Time Comes To Sell Your Next Apple Mac
Whether you’re buying a new model or upgrading with us, we’re always happy to buy your Apple devices.
Why Should I Sell My iMac?
All three of our payment methods come without fees, so you always receive the total value of your final quotation.
Receive payment directly into your UK bank account on an instant transfer. We’ll collect your bank information through our secure portal and remove them once paid.
We’ve partnered with PayPal so you can receive payment into your PayPal account with zero delays. Simply enter your PayPal email address when you submit your offer.
When opting for Store Credit, we’ll give you a 10% bonus on top of your offer. Our team can partially refund a recent order or add the funds to your MacFinder account for the next time you shop.
As long as your Apple device is in good working order, we accept a range of items from the following categories:
Desktop computers (such as Mac Mini, iMac or Mac Pro)
Newer generations of Macbook Air & Macbook Pro
All you need to do to find out if your Apple Mac qualifies is fill out the information below and give us an idea of the condition of your system, battery (where required) and retina display, and you’ll get an instant quote.
No problem; we will send our specialist packaging before your collection date. All you need to do is box your item. Video instructions are provided. Then wait for your item to be collected.
We can take care of everything for you. All you need to do is box your item and wait for it to be collected. Once you have sent the necessary information to sell your Apple product, we’ll organise the collection and send you our specialist packaging.
Once you’ve valued your apple device, if you’re not yet ready to go ahead and confirm your sale, you can save your quote to email.
In your confirmation email, you will receive a link which allows you to open up your valuation from any device. Quotes are valid for five days, after which you can return and get an updated valuation.
You will be paid once we’ve received your item and it’s been inspected by one of our Apple-certified technicians. We aim to pay your quote within 48 hours of receiving the item; however, this can take up to 5 working days.
Payment will take longer if the specification is incorrect, the condition is wrong, we can’t pay you via your selected payment method due to erroneous details, or you’re a business and we require an invoice from you.
We may revise your quote if your model, specification, or condition doesn’t match what you’ve submitted. If you’re not happy with our assessment or your revised quote, we will send your item back to you free of charge on a next-day service.
Unless you requested a data transfer and are upgrading with us, your device is professionally wiped on arrival. If you’d prefer to, you can reset your device but it is not required.
When you decide to sell your old Mac, it’s understandable that you want to know that your personal data will be protected. Our facility is certified data secure, GDPR compliant, and ISO accredited. All items we receive are thoroughly wiped of personal data (Apple ID etc.) once our testing process has been completed. If you are buying a replacement Mac from us, we can also arrange to transfer your data to your new machine.
It is crucial that you sign out of your Apple ID and disable the find my service. We provide a guide on how to do this on the quote confirmation page and email. If you do not remove the iCloud activation locks, your trade-in will be delayed.
Our team are available from 9 am till 5 pm, Monday to Friday and 10 am till 4 pm on a Saturday to assist with any query you may have. Please get in touch and we will do our utmost to ensure we respond quickly and correctly.
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Please note our technical team and repair centre is exclusive to MacFinder customers. We do not ‘repair’ or ‘refurbish’ systems as a service to customers. We only perform work on systems purchased from our store.
Please be aware our location is a distribution centre and we do not have a shop front. If you are interested in seeing our products further please contact us and photos can be provided.
