5 Outrageous Stories About Costco's Famous Return Policy

5 Outrageous Tales of Abusing Costco's Return Policy

One of the qualities that makes Costco so popular is its super generous return policy. Really, other than a few exceptions, most purchases can be returned pretty much any time. For the majority of people, this means returning moldy cheese. Or maybe returning that malfunctioning coffee maker.

1. The original big screen TV: Not only were these TVs tough to move, but they're even harder to get rid of -- unless you happened to purchase it at Costco.
2. Mattresses of questionable condition: Covered under Costco's very generous policy, some mattresses were refunded even after many years of use.
3. Collegiate backyard playsets: While it sounds ridiculous, it's well within the bounds of the return policy to return backyard playsets when kids graduate.
4. The Grinch Who Returned Christmas: Holiday item returns are a common tale of sheer audacity being rewarded, including Christmas trees and fully cooked turkey carcasses.
5. The pet bed Fluffy passed in -- Fluffy included: Witness the shocking return of a pet bed with unexpected contents, including a deceased pet. Costco accepts returns but may restrict abusers from future purchases or revoke membership.