Description
Motorola V551 Cellphone, Factory Refurbished, GSM unlocked
This is the Motorola V551, a quad-band GSM flip phone, listed as Factory Refurbished and GSM unlocked: reconditioned to close-to-new working order and tested. It is a 2G-only handset, so it is sold for export to markets with live GSM networks, for prop and set-dressing use, and to collectors of 2000s Motorola flips, not for US activation. Storage and color are not stated on the listing.
The Motorola V551 is a 2004 quad-band GSM flip phone from the era before smartphones: a 65,000-color TFT internal display, an external caller-ID display, a VGA camera with one-touch video capture, Bluetooth, a speakerphone, GPRS and EDGE data, Java games, and about 5 MB of user memory. It was a carrier staple on GSM networks in the US and abroad and is remembered for its soft-touch finish and chrome detailing.
TG Wireless lists it as a Factory Refurbished, GSM unlocked unit for the buyers who still want 2G flip phones: exporters to markets with live GSM networks, prop houses and collectors, and parts buyers.
Key specifications
| Model | Motorola V551 (2004), clamshell |
|---|---|
| Network status | GSM unlocked |
| Network | Quad-band GSM 850/900/1800/1900, GPRS and EDGE data |
| Internal display | 65,000-color TFT |
| External display | Caller ID and status display on the cover |
| Camera | VGA with 4x digital zoom, one-touch video capture and playback |
| Connectivity | Bluetooth, USB |
| Memory | Up to 5 MB user memory |
| Messaging | SMS, MMS, POP3/IMAP4 e-mail client, instant messaging |
| Features | Speakerphone, conference calling, Java games, MP3 ringtones, picture caller ID, SyncML |
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. Ships with the original battery, battery door, and charger in a Motorola box, per the listing.
Network and compatibility
The V551 is a 2G GSM phone with no 3G or LTE radio. US carriers have retired their 2G GSM networks, so it should not be expected to register for calls or data on any US carrier. It remains usable on live GSM networks abroad, where its quad-band radio covers the common 2G frequencies, and it powers on for display, collection, and prop use regardless of network. Confirm the destination market still runs 2G GSM before ordering for export.
Resale fit
- Export to markets that still operate 2G GSM networks, where a refurbished quad-band flip phone sells as a basic voice handset.
- Prop houses, film and television production, and period set dressing.
- Collectors of 2000s Motorola handsets.
- Parts and housings for repairing other V551 units.
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.
