thegooch49 Posted September 29, 2015 Share Posted September 29, 2015 related but different - a pet peeve of mine is Ebay sellers that include best offer on their listing and then refuse to negotiate within reason. I understand if you don't want to accept 10%-20% off - I tested the waters and couldnt match your floor. I'll move on and wish you luck. But if you're not willing to knock off 5% or even 2% of your asking price, maybe you shouldn't be using that feature. Maybe there's some secret psychology game going on here, but it seems to me like you're just cluttering up the landscape.I'm guilty of this sometimes, but have a good reason. I list with free shipping on big sets, and add a best offer. If I get an offer for 5 - 10% off, I will gladly accept it if it's shipping in a nearby zone, and I make up for it with less shipping. But I'm not going to knock off 10%, and ship it from Oregon to Florida and pay through the teeth for shipping. I'll reject reasonable offers if shipping is cross country. Just explaining why I reject otherwise reasonable offers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest TabbyBoy Posted September 29, 2015 Share Posted September 29, 2015 If buyers make me a ridiculous offer, I just let the offer expire and state in the listing that unreasonable offers will not be considered. I rarely use eBay these days anyway as buyers are way too demanding in the UK. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kenxxx Posted September 29, 2015 Share Posted September 29, 2015 "My Wife and I bought this a while back and it sat in the box brand new, finally one night we decided to build it and then sell it. So this set is brand new we built it once basically for picturing for this listing then we took it apart and its been in its box ever since."What a load. Built it just to take pictures? Uh... there are plenty of professional pictures of it on the internet... we all know what it looks like. Oh... and you are "keeping the box and instructions"? Could it be that you bought it with no box or instructions? And that's why you felt the need to build it and get photos? That is not "new". That set is "used", and anyone with 200 minifigs for sale in his store should know that. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lego_Monsters Posted September 29, 2015 Share Posted September 29, 2015 What a load. Built it just to take pictures? Uh... there are plenty of professional pictures of it on the internet... we all know what it looks like. Oh... and you are "keeping the box and instructions"? Could it be that you bought it with no box or instructions? And that's why you felt the need to build it and get photos? That is not "new". That set is "used", and anyone with 200 minifigs for sale in his store should know that.Just a note, that's not my listing. I just found it while browsing ebay and facepalmed if the seller really did open it just to take a picture. I call BS because he's also selling other Lego's so he knows what he's doing with Lego. But on the otherhand good price for those that want one for display and dont' wanna cough up the $400 price. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cissi Posted September 29, 2015 Share Posted September 29, 2015 (edited) What a load. Built it just to take pictures? Uh... there are plenty of professional pictures of it on the internet... we all know what it looks like. Oh... and you are "keeping the box and instructions"? Could it be that you bought it with no box or instructions? And that's why you felt the need to build it and get photos? That is not "new". That set is "used", and anyone with 200 minifigs for sale in his store should know that. Very dishonest IMO. Check her listings. It seems pretty much they buy LEGO sets, build them, and part them out as NEW. Pretty much same tone with all the LEGO listings, 'build them once, new condition, blah blah'... I'm surprised she's still 100% feedback though. But if they do take sets apart right away, it's true that the condition is hardly noticeable. BTW, I think this is qualified as fruitcakes... hope a mod help us move it there. Edited September 29, 2015 by cissi Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cissi Posted September 29, 2015 Share Posted September 29, 2015 Not sure how 'angry' you are toward this build-it-and-sell-it-new couple. But I just dug a little bit. Maybe if you are angry enough... here is a possible report category for you: 'listing practice -> search and browse manipulation -> other search and browse manipulation'. I'm no export of reporting so this may not be the most accurate though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stephen_rockefeller Posted September 29, 2015 Share Posted September 29, 2015 http://www.ebay.com/itm/LEGO-Pirates-of-the-Caribbean-Black-Pearl-4184-W-32x32-Blue-Baseplate-Free-Shipp-/201439014980?"My Wife and I bought this a while back and it sat in the box brand new, finally one night we decided to build it and then sell it. So this set is brand new we built it once basically for picturing for this listing then we took it apart and its been in its box ever since." This listing is garbage! I beg to differ on him knowing about LEGO. This set is 100% NOT the holy grail of LEGO. He is full o $h%t. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cissi Posted September 29, 2015 Share Posted September 29, 2015 This listing is garbage! I beg to differ on him knowing about LEGO. This set is 100% NOT the holy grail of LEGO. He is full o $h%t.indeedthis may be the option ↓ I don't know if there's a better one File a report Report itemReport CategorySelect OneCopyright and trademarkListing practicesProhibited and restricted itemsReason for ReportSelect OneAvoiding eBay feesBanned or inappropriate payment methodsCompilation and informational itemsDuplicate listingsFeedback solicitationFraudulent listing activitiesInappropriate item descriptionInappropriate seller termsLinks, logos, and videosNo item listings and inappropriate commentsOther listing practicesSearch and browse manipulationStolen propertyWarranties and service plansinfo Detailed ReasonSelect OneKeyword spammingListing in an incorrect categoryMisleading titleMisusing a brand nameOther search and browse manipulationinfoThe listing inappropriately draws attention or diverts members to a listing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
minicoopers11 Posted September 29, 2015 Share Posted September 29, 2015 (edited) "First of all this set is AMAZING in detail and is the HOLY GRAIL of LEGO"LOL -- I thought that was 10179?!I doubt this is the case here, but I have known people to build sets and then sell them quickly. Some just enjoy the build and do not care to display. Anyway... Edited September 29, 2015 by minicoopers11 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
No More Monkeys Posted September 29, 2015 Share Posted September 29, 2015 "First of all this set is AMAZING in detail and is the HOLY GRAIL of LEGO"LOL -- I thought that was 10179?!I doubt this is the case here, but I have known people to build sets and then sell them quickly. Some just enjoy the build and do not care to display. Anyway...https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fIXByCAIzos 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jackson Posted September 29, 2015 Share Posted September 29, 2015 http://www.ebay.com/itm/LEGO-Pirates-of-the-Caribbean-Black-Pearl-4184-W-32x32-Blue-Baseplate-Free-Shipp-/201439014980?"My Wife and I bought this a while back and it sat in the box brand new, finally one night we decided to build it and then sell it. So this set is brand new we built it once basically for picturing for this listing then we took it apart and its been in its box ever since." That listing got removed. Good job, BP patrol. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sharky1999 Posted September 29, 2015 Share Posted September 29, 2015 http://www.ebay.com/itm/LEGO-Pirates-of-the-Caribbean-Black-Pearl-4184-W-32x32-Blue-Baseplate-Free-Shipp-/201439014980?"My Wife and I bought this a while back and it sat in the box brand new, finally one night we decided to build it and then sell it. So this set is brand new we built it once basically for picturing for this listing then we took it apart and its been in its box ever since." IT'S THE HOLY GRAIL OF LEGO. GO CHECK IT OUT! :-D 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
biking_tiger Posted September 30, 2015 Share Posted September 30, 2015 Received my first chargeback ever today--and it was a dozy. $565 for a Town Hall. The buyer? 0 feeback... and had just created the account that day. I guess it serves me right, although I'm not sure what a guy is supposed to do with a new buyer. I've had plenty of 0 feedback buyers work out just fine (on cheaper items).The claim? Unauthorized charge. I uploaded my Fedex shipping information (including signature proof of delivery) to Paypal and they're doing their thing. Not sure what happens next, but wow. BS. I feel like an idiot. If this is sided in favor of the a$$hat who scammed me, all my money is going to Amazon FBA. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dcdfan Posted September 30, 2015 Share Posted September 30, 2015 Received my first chargeback ever today--and it was a dozy. $565 for a Town Hall. The buyer? 0 feeback... and had just created the account that day. I guess it serves me right, although I'm not sure what a guy is supposed to do with a new buyer. I've had plenty of 0 feedback buyers work out just fine (on cheaper items).The claim? Unauthorized charge. I uploaded my Fedex shipping information (including signature proof of delivery) to Paypal and they're doing their thing. Not sure what happens next, but wow. BS. I feel like an idiot. If this is sided in favor of the a$$hat who scammed me, all my money is going to Amazon FBA. YIKES! Sorry to hear that! Really hope it works out for you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cissi Posted September 30, 2015 Share Posted September 30, 2015 Received my first chargeback ever today--and it was a dozy. $565 for a Town Hall. The buyer? 0 feeback... and had just created the account that day. I guess it serves me right, although I'm not sure what a guy is supposed to do with a new buyer. I've had plenty of 0 feedback buyers work out just fine (on cheaper items).The claim? Unauthorized charge. I uploaded my Fedex shipping information (including signature proof of delivery) to Paypal and they're doing their thing. Not sure what happens next, but wow. BS. I feel like an idiot. If this is sided in favor of the a$$hat who scammed me, all my money is going to Amazon FBA. OMG, very sorry for hearing that.My guess is you'll be okay and covered by Paypal's seller protection as long as you shipped to his Paypal address. Though I think whatever eBay and Paypal regarding to seller protection is a joke, I think they should at least do this part for us. Otherwise, why should sellers stay? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Migration Posted September 30, 2015 Share Posted September 30, 2015 related but different - a pet peeve of mine is Ebay sellers that include best offer on their listing and then refuse to negotiate within reason. I understand if you don't want to accept 10%-20% off - I tested the waters and couldnt match your floor. I'll move on and wish you luck. But if you're not willing to knock off 5% or even 2% of your asking price, maybe you shouldn't be using that feature. Maybe there's some secret psychology game going on here, but it seems to me like you're just cluttering up the landscape.Many sellers will use best offer so that they can give a discount for purchasing multiple items. But will not accept any discounts for single items. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ravenb99 Posted September 30, 2015 Share Posted September 30, 2015 Many sellers will use best offer so that they can give a discount for purchasing multiple items. But will not accept any discounts for single items.yup, I do a lot of it. If I have 100 or 200 of a polybag will accept a lower price if someone is buying a large amount. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jackson Posted September 30, 2015 Share Posted September 30, 2015 (edited) Received my first chargeback ever today--and it was a dozy. $565 for a Town Hall. The buyer? 0 feeback... and had just created the account that day. I guess it serves me right, although I'm not sure what a guy is supposed to do with a new buyer. I've had plenty of 0 feedback buyers work out just fine (on cheaper items).The claim? Unauthorized charge. I uploaded my Fedex shipping information (including signature proof of delivery) to Paypal and they're doing their thing. Not sure what happens next, but wow. BS. I feel like an idiot. If this is sided in favor of the a$$hat who scammed me, all my money is going to Amazon FBA. PayPal should cover you because of the tracking information you provided. Amazon FBA has plenty of buyers who pull scams too. Edited September 30, 2015 by Jackson 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
biking_tiger Posted September 30, 2015 Share Posted September 30, 2015 PayPal should cover you because of the tracking information you provided. Amazon FBA has plenty of buyers who pull scams too. I know... on both counts. I'm just pissed. I should never type angry, I guess. Thanks for the positives. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Migration Posted September 30, 2015 Share Posted September 30, 2015 Received my first chargeback ever today--and it was a dozy. $565 for a Town Hall. The buyer? 0 feeback... and had just created the account that day. I guess it serves me right, although I'm not sure what a guy is supposed to do with a new buyer. I've had plenty of 0 feedback buyers work out just fine (on cheaper items).The claim? Unauthorized charge. I uploaded my Fedex shipping information (including signature proof of delivery) to Paypal and they're doing their thing. Not sure what happens next, but wow. BS. I feel like an idiot. If this is sided in favor of the a$$hat who scammed me, all my money is going to Amazon FBA. I had a similar issue with a GSP item a couple weeks back, call PayPal you should be covered. My item was $200 and I had it back in my account while still on the phone. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Darth_Raichu Posted September 30, 2015 Share Posted September 30, 2015 Received my first chargeback ever today--and it was a dozy. $565 for a Town Hall. The buyer? 0 feeback... and had just created the account that day. I guess it serves me right, although I'm not sure what a guy is supposed to do with a new buyer. I've had plenty of 0 feedback buyers work out just fine (on cheaper items). The claim? Unauthorized charge. I uploaded my Fedex shipping information (including signature proof of delivery) to Paypal and they're doing their thing. Not sure what happens next, but wow. BS. I feel like an idiot. If this is sided in favor of the a$$hat who scammed me, all my money is going to Amazon FBA. That is one of the oldest ebay/paypal scam. Just call it rite of passage since you were smart enough to use signature delivery Paypal should cover that and hopefully ban the scammer. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LegoEdison Posted September 30, 2015 Share Posted September 30, 2015 That is one of the oldest ebay/paypal scam. Just call it rite of passage since you were smart enough to use signature delivery Paypal should cover that and hopefully ban the scammer. what excatly is unauthorized charge? If only tracking w/o signature, we are not covered? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bold-Arrow Posted September 30, 2015 Share Posted September 30, 2015 Mainly a stolen credit card Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gregpj Posted September 30, 2015 Share Posted September 30, 2015 what excatly is unauthorized charge? If only tracking w/o signature, we are not covered?Read this page thoroughly...https://www.paypal.com/webapps/mpp/security/seller-protectionIn this case biking_tiger should have been covered with or without signature since it was under the $750USD threshold but it used to be $250USD. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Darth_Raichu Posted September 30, 2015 Share Posted September 30, 2015 Read this page thoroughly...https://www.paypal.com/webapps/mpp/security/seller-protectionIn this case biking_tiger should have been covered with or without signature since it was under the $750USD threshold but it used to be $250USD.Correct, although signature should in theory make investigation of the claim easier to do. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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