Tmo Posted September 21, 2013 Posted September 21, 2013 Has anyone else noticed this Ebay listing for a retired cargo plane. I'm guessing he didn't proofread the listing? Surprised it was not flagged by Ebay? Quote
DoNotInsertIntoMouth Posted September 21, 2013 Posted September 21, 2013 To be fair, its only missing a few pieces. Quote
TheOrcKing Posted September 21, 2013 Posted September 21, 2013 To be fair, its only missing a few pieces.....A few? I'd say it's missing quite a few things like a two sets of wheels on the plane itself for starters. Quote
lowillsw Posted September 21, 2013 Posted September 21, 2013 LOL for 200k I could charter a private jet for a week. Quote
DoNotInsertIntoMouth Posted September 21, 2013 Posted September 21, 2013 ....A few? I'd say it's missing quite a few things like a two sets of wheels on the plane itself for starters. Um, who needs wheels to fly a plane ? Quote
TheOrcKing Posted September 21, 2013 Posted September 21, 2013 LOL for 200k I could charter a private jet for a week.Yeah really. $200,000 for a used incomplete set. Sure buddy, keep dreaming. That will really help it sell! Um, who needs wheels to fly a plane ?Don't need them to fly but it sure helps to land....unless your Launchpad McQuack! :lol: Quote
Tmo Posted September 21, 2013 Author Posted September 21, 2013 I was originally going to message them to point out the possible error. Then had second thoughts after reading the description which seemed so honest and genuine in disclosing all the set's flaws and shortcomings. I always roll my eyes when they use the word 'figurine'. Quote
justafrog Posted September 21, 2013 Posted September 21, 2013 Okay, which one of you owns the listing i.d. and is messing with us? I call shenanigans. Quote
segreto Posted September 21, 2013 Posted September 21, 2013 http://compare.ebay.com/like/170844351588?var=lv<yp=AllFixedPriceItemTypes&var=sbar This one is only 800.00 and has the box and instructions. No carpet, though. You would think a 200k item would warrant some kind or photography setup or something. Quote
stephen_rockefeller Posted September 21, 2013 Posted September 21, 2013 Has anyone else noticed this Ebay listing for a retired cargo plane. I'm guessing he didn't proofread the listing? Surprised it was not flagged by Ebay?Its most likely a listing error, but why would eBay flag it? A seller can list anything for any price he/she wishes. Quote
Fcbarcelona101 Posted September 21, 2013 Posted September 21, 2013 Its most likely a listing error, but why would eBay flag it? A seller can list anything for any price he/she wishes. Long live the free market!!! Quote
Tmo Posted September 21, 2013 Author Posted September 21, 2013 Of course they may set any price they wish. By flagged i meant that during the listing process I am surprised there was not a gentle warning from ebay that the price may be too high. I know that for my small peanuts listings on ebay I get all sorts of suggestions on price, listing style and shipping. Also, It is my understanding that Paypal (the form of payment this seller accepts) has a $10k limit per transaction? Quote
Diabolos80 Posted September 21, 2013 Posted September 21, 2013 lol ebay gives me a gentle warning every time an item doesn't sell. 'Increase the odds of selling your item by lowering the starting price.' Or something. What they really mean is 'lol you're dumb. Nobody wants an $85 Sith Infiltrator.' Quote
Anakinisvader Posted September 21, 2013 Posted September 21, 2013 For only $100,000 I'd be happy to throw in the rest of the missing pieces. Quote
MartinP Posted September 21, 2013 Posted September 21, 2013 That price is ridiculous. I could buy a decent sized house with $200,000. I will be watching to see if anyone buys it. Quote
stephen_rockefeller Posted September 21, 2013 Posted September 21, 2013 Don't waste your time, no one will EVER buy it at that price. Quote
CNH1974 Posted September 21, 2013 Posted September 21, 2013 Hah, I wonder if they get more watchers from people seeing if it sells. From that picture it looks like it has made an emergency landing. It would have been better if they had a blue carpet. Quote
CelesAurivern Posted September 21, 2013 Posted September 21, 2013 Its most likely a listing error, but why would eBay flag it? A seller can list anything for any price he/she wishes. Not only that, ebay gets 15k in commissions if it sells. Why kill the goose? Quote
Fcbarcelona101 Posted September 21, 2013 Posted September 21, 2013 Not only that, ebay gets 15k in commissions if it sells. Why kill the goose? I think it is more like 6k or so (Paypal+eBay). Paypal would be the happier side. Quote
Guest brickcrazyhouse Posted September 21, 2013 Posted September 21, 2013 maybe the house comes with the set Quote
JoshTX Posted September 22, 2013 Posted September 22, 2013 For that price Maybe he's actually selling the house it's in and using the lego model as a real estate prop. Quote
justafrog Posted September 22, 2013 Posted September 22, 2013 I expect it's a joke listing, and since it doesn't violate any eBay rules it'll run its course. With 50 free listings per month, I guess people with too much spare time feel free to exercise what passes for a sense of humor. Quote
Polar_Beast Posted September 22, 2013 Posted September 22, 2013 Well, on the bright side, I have one of these NIB, so that must mean it's worth at least a half million! Woot woot, now I can finally retire! Quote
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