New eBay "scam"???
09-04-07 | 07:20 PM
#51
This post saids ebay is a scam. I've got over 700 positive feelback & most of it is from buying things, guess what I can't think of one time I've ever been cheated. I look at the sellers feelback & I only bid what I'm willing to pay for the item. I also stay away from anything thats funny no matter how much I may want it!
10-10-07 | 03:00 AM
#52
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From: arlington, VA
I understand the rational behind being cautious, but let's not get paranoid or overly negative. There are actually some legit sellers out there, they are just trying to make a sale and NOT trying to rip you off.
Let's look at this. First a link:
https://pages.ebay.com/help/confidenc...nce-legit.html
Second, second chance offers can be set up AUTOMATICALLY by the seller, thus receiving an email shortly after the closing bid is not odd.
Third, look at the feedback (of that specific seller or any), especially if the person has listed the same item before (with the same picture) and received a positive.
Fourth, Shill bidding typically does not take place between members with a high feedback score.
Fifth, look at the going price. Frenzy bidding is always a reality. I think we have all experienced this. NOS set of French rims can go for $$, especially if they are listed right.
Sorry to come off harsh, but I have a hard time when people automatically assume that everyone is up to no good.
Let's look at this. First a link:
https://pages.ebay.com/help/confidenc...nce-legit.html
Second, second chance offers can be set up AUTOMATICALLY by the seller, thus receiving an email shortly after the closing bid is not odd.
Third, look at the feedback (of that specific seller or any), especially if the person has listed the same item before (with the same picture) and received a positive.
Fourth, Shill bidding typically does not take place between members with a high feedback score.
Fifth, look at the going price. Frenzy bidding is always a reality. I think we have all experienced this. NOS set of French rims can go for $$, especially if they are listed right.
Sorry to come off harsh, but I have a hard time when people automatically assume that everyone is up to no good.
Looks like in this case, the competing bidder went through with the auction though, so the high feedbacks of the others involved suggested this seller had plural items and these guys to be legit.
10-10-07 | 03:19 AM
#53
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Joined: Jun 2006
Posts: 639
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From: Augusta, GA
Bikes: Bottecchia CF frame and fork, Ultegra 6603 crank and FD, DuraAce RD, Easton Vista wheels, Brooks B-17 saddle, Shimano 105 brakes, Michelin Pro2 Race tires
I once had an early very high bid, followed by a last minute bid retraction, leaving a low bid winning the auction. I was mad. I think the two bidders were in cahoots, but not certain.
