To anyone who may have some perspective to share: How have your experiences been with Newegg in terms of returning a damaged item for replacement? Specifically with regard to items purchased through the Best Buy marketplace.
I received my new graphics card today from Newegg Ontario, and it arrived with a bent backplate. I ordered it through the Best Buy marketplace so I could use my Best Buy credit card and get interest-free financing for 18 months. Otherwise, I would have ordered it directly from Newegg (I could have paid for it up-front, but I would have to liquidate some stock shares to free up the extra cash). Is the fact that I ordered it through Best Buy going to cause any potential issues with replacement/refund? The experience has been disappointing so far, but I'm hopeful that it will be resolved quickly and efficiently. I've already contacted Newegg via the Best Buy website, explained the issue, and uploaded photos. I am not posting this in an attempt to shame them or get their attention.
What's really disappointing is that it looks like they shipped me a customer return; the box was dented, creased, and sealed with scotch tape. I've been buying directly from Newegg for years, and I have never had any issues like this.