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Sell my Apple MacBook Pro 2017 15″

Condition guide

How we grade every device that comes in, in plain English.

ConditionWhat it means
FlawlessNo scratches or scuffs anywhere. Screen and body look like new. Fully working, no cracks.
GoodLight, minor scratches or scuffs from normal use, none deep. No cracks or dents. Fully working.
FairHeavier scratches, scuffs, or a small dent, but no cracks in the glass or screen. Fully working.
Cracked screenCracked or chipped screen or back glass, but it still powers on and the touchscreen works.
BrokenPowers on but has a fault, a bad display, or a part not working (camera, buttons, Face ID).
Won't power onWon't turn on or hold a charge. We still buy it for parts.
Trade-in value, last 12 monthsDown ~16%, sell before it drops more
JulSepNovJanMarMay
Jul: $303now: $256

Real cash vs a carrier trade-in

Your MacBook Pro 2017 15″ offer is paid as real cash you can spend anywhere. A carrier “trade-in” of a similar size is bill credit spread over 24 to 36 months, and only while you buy a new phone and stay on their plan.

BuyBackBear
up to $258 cash
  • Real cash by PayPal, Zelle, Venmo or check
  • Yours to spend anywhere, no strings
  • We beat any competitor’s written quote by $2
Carrier trade-in
Bill credit
  • Spread over 24 to 36 monthly bill credits
  • Only if you buy a new phone and stay on plan
  • Leave early and the remaining credit disappears

Reference

Model numbers and every configuration we price, one tap away. The quote above already covers the exact variant you pick.

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How to identify your MacBook Pro 2017 15″

Make sure you're quoting the exact model and variant, it's what locks your price.

  1. 1. menu → About This Mac, shows the model, year, chip, memory and storage.
  2. 2.Match the chip and storage above (e.g. M2, 512GB); the serial number is on the same screen.

Variants & configurations we buy

Select yours above for an exact cash offer.

Conditions
Flawless · Good · Fair · Cracked · Broken · Won't power on

First, turn off Find My before you sell your MacBook Pro 2017 15″

A device still signed into iCloud is Activation Locked and worth almost nothing to any buyer. The walkthrough covers the exact taps, the iCloud route if you no longer have it to hand, and the clean erase.

Prefer to read? Full transcript and takeaways →

Four steps

How it works

Four steps, no surprises. Decline any revised offer for free, we even pay the return shipping.

  1. 1

    Get your quote

    Pick your model and condition for an instant, honest offer. Price locked 14 days.

  2. 2

    Ship it free

    We email a prepaid FedEx/UPS label and your 5 nearest drop-off spots. Pack it with our guide.

  3. 3

    We inspect & wipe

    We test, certify-erase your data (NIST 800-88), and email your Certificate of Data Erasure.

  4. 4

    Get paid fast

    Choose PayPal, debit, Venmo, or a gift-card bonus. Don't like a revised offer? Free returns.

Answers

Selling your MacBook Pro 2017 15″: FAQs

Straight answers on value, condition and getting paid for your MacBook Pro 2017 15″.

How much is a Apple MacBook Pro 2017 15″ worth?

A MacBook Pro 2017 15″ in flawless, unlocked condition is worth up to $258 right now with BuyBackBear. Exact value depends on storage, carrier and condition, get your instant quote above. Your quote is locked for 14 days.

What is the MacBook Pro 2017 15″ trade-in value?

The MacBook Pro 2017 15″ trade-in value runs up to $258 for a flawless, unlocked unit and scales down with storage, carrier lock and condition. We re-price daily against the market, so the number in your quote is current, and we'll beat any competitor's written quote by $2.

Can I sell a MacBook Pro 2017 15″ with a cracked screen?

Yes. A MacBook Pro 2017 15″ with a cracked screen that still powers on is worth around $108. Select "Cracked screen" above for your exact offer, we buy damaged and broken devices too.

Where can I sell my MacBook Pro 2017 15″ for cash?

Right here, get an instant quote above, ship it free with a prepaid label, and we pay cash by PayPal, Zelle, Venmo or check quickly after we inspect it. No stores, no haggling, and free return shipping if you decide not to sell.

Do I get more selling my MacBook Pro 2017 15″ here than trading it in with my carrier?

Almost always. Carriers pay "up to" headline amounts as bill credits spread over 24 to 36 months, and only if you buy a new phone and stay on their plan. BuyBackBear pays cash after inspection, no strings.

How do I wipe my MacBook Pro 2017 15″ before selling it?

Back up, then Settings → [your name] → Sign Out (this turns off Find My / Activation Lock), remove your SIM, and Erase All Content and Settings. We also wipe it again to NIST 800-88 standards and email you a Certificate of Data Erasure.

What if my MacBook Pro 2017 15″ is worth less after inspection?

If our inspection changes your quote, we send photo evidence and give you 14 days to accept or decline. Decline and we ship your MacBook Pro 2017 15″ back free, we never silently accept a lower offer for you.

How much can I sell my MacBook Pro 2017 15″ for?

Up to $258 in cash, and even broken units fetch $41 or more. Unlike marketplaces there are no fees, so the quote is what actually lands in your account.

Where can I sell my Apple MacBook Pro 2017 15″ near me?

From your couch. Free prepaid shipping from all 50 states, a certified data wipe, and cash after inspection, which nearly always beats what a local kiosk or repair shop pays over the counter.

Can I sell a broken MacBook Pro 2017 15″?

Absolutely, we buy broken, cracked and water-damaged units. A MacBook Pro 2017 15″ that won't power on is still worth around $41, and lighter damage is worth much more. Select your condition above.

Should I sell my MacBook Pro 2017 15″ now or wait?

Now. Used MacBook Pro 2017 15″ values only move one direction, down, and the drops cluster around new-model launches. Lock a quote today and you're protected while you decide.

Is it safe to sell my MacBook Pro 2017 15″ online?

With BuyBackBear it is. Every MacBook Pro 2017 15″ gets a certified NIST 800-88 wipe (you get the certificate by email), any quote change comes with photos, and returns ship free if you decline.

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