Description
Motorola C381 900/1800 Export, Factory Refurbished, GSM, lock state not stated
Factory refurbished Motorola C381, listed as Motorola-c381-rb 900/1800 (export): a reconditioned dual-band GSM candybar on the European and Asian band set, earmarked for export. Dealers who supply basic color-screen handsets to markets with live 2G GSM 900/1800 service are the buyers, with collectors and prop houses taking small numbers; lock state is not stated.
The Motorola C381 is a 2004 entry-level GSM candybar from the C380 series, sold mainly in Europe, Asia, and Latin America on the 900/1800 bands the listing names. It has a color display, polyphonic ringtones, SMS and MMS, a WAP browser over GPRS, and a simple keypad in a compact body, with no 3G and no Wi-Fi.
TG Wireless offers refurbished C381 units for export to markets where 2G GSM 900/1800 service is still live, as the listing itself indicates, and to collectors, prop departments, and parts dealers who deal in early-2000s Motorola handsets.
Key specifications
| Model | Motorola C381 (C380 series) |
|---|---|
| Network status | GSM 900/1800, lock state not stated |
| Year | 2004 |
| Form factor | Compact candybar |
| Display | Color |
| Connectivity | Dual-band GSM 900/1800 as listed, GPRS |
| Messaging | SMS, MMS, WAP browser |
| Listing note | Marked export in the name |
Condition: Factory Refurbished
Factory refurbished units have been reconditioned to close-to-new working order. They are not brand new and may show light signs of handling. TG tests and grades each unit before it ships. Tell your account manager whether you need units with the original box and accessories or handset-only packs; the mix varies by lot.
Network and compatibility
The Motorola C381 is a 2G GSM phone with GPRS or EDGE data and no 3G, LTE, or VoLTE. The source lists 900/1800 GSM. US carriers retired 3G in 2022 and T-Mobile switched off 2G GSM on August 3, 2026, so this handset gets no service on any US network. Lock state is per listing; see the network status line in the table. Realistic uses are export to markets with live GSM service, collectors, film and TV props, parts, and display units.
Resale fit
- Export lots for regions where 2G GSM service is still live and a simple tested handset sells at a low ticket.
- Collector and retro-tech shops that stock working feature phones from the 2000s.
- Film, TV, and theater prop departments that need period-correct handsets.
- Parts and display units for repair shops and store fixtures.
Ordering from TG Wireless
TG Wireless sells to the trade. Pricing is shown to approved dealer accounts, and your account manager confirms availability, quantities, and grade mix before invoicing. Orders typically ship within 24 hours of order placement by FedEx, UPS, or DHL, within the United States and internationally. TG Wireless's 12-month warranty applies, with coverage and RMA handling per your order documentation. Resellers with a valid resale certificate are not charged sales tax. The FAQ covers account setup and shipping questions.
