Originally Posted by
steine13
I have never understood the attraction of statements like "no lowballers" or "no scammers."
How would that change anyone's behavior?
If you're firm, say "firm." As a buyer, I rarely engage at that point, but I appreciate the information.
If you're bound and determined to sell, say "best offer."
I usually say "Asking $xxx" to indicate : that's a price I like, and now it's your turn."
And I figure if I get an offer, that adds an option I did not previously have, so I say "Thank you" and mean it.
Whether it's yes thank you, or no thank you, or thank you, how about [$counteroffer], I don't see any reason to get annoyed or insulted or emotional in any other way.
cheers -mathias
You have some valid points and i may incorporate some of them.
I don’t like low-ball suggests so maybe I should double my price but like you said, state firm.
I know there’s a lot of bike collectors who love a great deal who doesn't?
However, I thought I was polite and was clear and upfront. I don’t want to waste my time of low-ballers. Scammers, well I’ve only ran into one serious buyer who was that.
Anyways, thanks for the input and stay safe on the roads.