Vizio SV421XVT1A 42-in 240Hz LCD HDTV, $699 @ Costco B&M

My local Costco (S. Arlington, TX) had this Vizio for $849-$150 IR = $699. Same price as the lower 120Hz model.

It's also discounted on Costco.com, but the starting price is $949. SV421XVT @ Costco.com

I did a search and found a lower price for a refurb (strike 1) at TigerDirect (strike 2) after Bing CB, but I'd rather pay a little extra to get it locally w/ the Costco 2 year warranty and easy return policy (+3% CB for Executive Membership).

Here's the maufacturer's page for your reference ... SV421XT @ Vizio.com

Can anyone confirm if the B&M price is at all stores? The nearest Costco is 60 miles away and I'd hate to drive there only to find that the price was the same as online?

Also does this TV have PIP. The specs don't mention it but I'm hoping it does. Another thread mentioned that Vizio is one of the few brands to even offer PIP.

Nobahdy said: Can anyone confirm if the B&M price is at all stores?
A simple call should answer that question. It's not a price mistake, so there's no reason not to call.

I can confirm the PIP option too (it's under the "Tech Specs" tab on the Vizio page). The User's Manual is available on the Vizio site if you want to double check any other features.

jafo9tucker said: i bought this TV at costco last month for ~850. Its got PIP. really nice set. any idea if i could get them to give me the rebate even after a little over a month? for 699 its a pretty good deal. i thought at 850 it was a little steep, but i was in a hurry as my tv had just died.

you have 90 days to return it, so you can get the difference back. I did this once but the CS Rep was being an ass and ask me to bring the item back. I told him straight up, if I bring the TV back I am getting a new one. Also, unless you want to get stuck with an open box returned TV. I suggest him just give me the difference. And he did.

Of course, I said it in a really nice way.

jafo9tucker said: i bought this TV at costco last month for ~850. Its got PIP. really nice set. any idea if i could get them to give me the rebate even after a little over a month? for 699 its a pretty good deal. i thought at 850 it was a little steep, but i was in a hurry as my tv had just died.
If you go by the dates on Costco.com, the $150 discount is only good 'til Feb 7th. Make sure you request your refund before then ...

I bought the 32" XVT on sale for $450 earlier this month. I like it, but I think it is too small for my room. Started to look at plasma, but I'll have to investigate this too.

EDIT: I will say the component video input and s-video input do not work correctly. Everything plugged in to my component input has a purple hue and the s-video input only shows black and white. Either way this TV will go back. OTA and composite video looks great though. I wish the 42" had LED backlight.

EDIT2: Looks like Sam's beat Costco by a dollar. Link

wonder if they carry the 46/47 incher and how much it would cost.

Would you guys buy the Vizio over this Toshiba?

uyDig.com has the Toshiba Regza 42ZV650U 42" 1080P 240Hz LCD HDTV for $759 - $25 off with coupon code GAMETIME25 = $734 with free shipping.

Vizio vs Toshiba...

Given the difference in warranty, and I've yet to have a flat panel last 3 years, I would go for the Vizio.

For what it's worth, Vizio was the #1 seller of TVs last year).

Whilst I prefer the picture on my Samsung 46" ($1800), the vizio 36" ($450) we have in the bedroom was much better value for money...

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clunk said: Nobahdy said: Can anyone confirm if the B&M price is at all stores?
A simple call should answer that question. It's not a price mistake, so there's no reason not to call.

I can confirm the PIP option too (it's under the "Tech Specs" tab on the Vizio page). The User's Manual is available on the Vizio site if you want to double check any other features.

Thanks clunk.

I checked out the manual and went ahead and bought it. Costco warranty + 3rd yr with AMEX cannot be beat.

The only problem is that s-video is not working for whatever reason.

Picked one up today. I've only tried FIOS HD and DVD via HDMI so far, but I'm happy with the performance especially for the price.

yuppers sams club $698 and 47 inch is $997
http://www.SamsClub.com/shopping/navigate.do?dest=5&item=441380

Can't decide? Go to AVS Forum and search for opinons and owner comments. Lots of info.

No problems with my first generation xvt (120Hz). I've had it about a year, love it.

This is a Great Deal! I'd say it's worth joining Costco for!