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The worst shopping centre in Singapore?
>Can one get a good deal at Sim Lim Square or are customers doomed to be overcharged? Find out what AsiaOne readers have to say about their shopping experience and read past stories that have made the news.

 
Sim Lim shops hit by more complaints
Complaints against retailers rose 30 per cent to 244 last year, increasing for the fifth consecutive year. The mall's bad reputation is blamed on the intense level of competition amongst shops. -ST
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Overcharged!
Tales of overcharging at Sim Lim Square


Sim Lim Square salesman goes 'missing'
Hong Kong tourist can't find salesman after she was overcharged for camera. -myp

Don't believe what the shopkeeper says
Factory worker was charged $280 for camera worth only $100. -AsiaOne

Charged double at camera shop
Foreign national was charged double the recommended retail price for a Sigma lens. -TNP

Sim Lim Square back to old habits?
Complaints against retailers in Sim Lim Square are on the rise again. -TNP 		Raided!
Sim Lim Square stores selling pirated goods

» Sim Lim raids net 10 modified Wii consoles
» 3 Sim Lim computer shops raided
» 2 Sim Lim shops to pay Microsoft $70k
» "Pirate card" sold at Sim Lim Square

Discuss!
What AsiaOne readers are saying

"I believe this is the worse shopping centre to be in." -Mike

"The police, Singapore Tourism Board and CASE should do something about it." -chowsungdurian

"Shop tried to sell me a $399 camera for $550!" -dteruna168

"There are some good bargains to be found, but go only after you've done your homework." -GoghDerek

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Sim Lim Square Shopping Tips
Six good tips to keep in mind before making your next shopping trip.

"I've been working there for the past 13 years and quit recently. I advise customers to..." -Ryanarie

 
 

 
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