Posts from Stumpy in thread „Ebay What Do You Think“

  • Ebay What Do You Think

    Mike,
    This is off the subject but while we're talking ebay, let me ask a question.

    I bought a 12" vinyl LP from an ebay seller about a month ago. Good price, as I paid (with shipping) only about 6 or 7 dollars, and the LP was in practically mint condition. It contained music from the TV show "Miami Vice" which I really liked and I wanted the LP to transcribe to a CD via my computer.

    The label is Polydor (which I think is British) but playing it blew my mind because when I placed it on the turntable, I set the speed at 33 RPM (which is the speed all LPs I've ever heard of play at) and discovered that speed was way too slow. I had to re-set the speed to 45 RPM to get it to play correctly.

    Do all 12" LPs in the UK use 45 RPM as the correct speed for play? Over here, 33 RPM is the correct speed for 12" LP records and 45 RPM is the correct speed for 7" records.

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    I've only been burned one time on an ebay transaction.

    I've always bought - never sold. And I always check the seller's feedback.

    About a year ago I placed an order with some outfit in Chicago that was offering the JW book "There Rode A Legend" on a BUY NOW price for $50. Since that was obviously a fair price, I placed an order for the book. This seller had a positive feedback score of over 98%. Since they accepted checks and money orders for payment, I sent them a money order for $50. (I prefer to pay by money order because that way, I don't have to give anyone either my credit card or checking account numbers.)

    To make a long story short, I never got either the book or my money refunded. And since ebay charges $25. to arbitrate a dispute between a buyer and seller, I said to heck with it and resolved not to make any more purchases from ebay sellers. I've since made one or two small buys but only if the seller has a 100% positive feedback. Even then, I will no longer bid on anything that costs more than about ten or twelve dollars.

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    Recently, I've received numerous emails that purport to be "warnings" from ebay. I strongly suspect they are phishing expeditions, designed to elicit confidential information from me. Since I never reply to unsolicited emails from unknown sources, I've placed all such emails on my blocked email list.

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    Those of you still buying high-dollar items on Ebay need to read [url=http://www.timesonline.co.uk/newspaper/0,,176-2570050,00.html] this. [/url]

    I doubt any of this goes on for lower-priced stuff but you never know.

    I stopped buying from Ebay sellers about a year ago because one of them took my money but didn't send me the book I ordered (it was a Buy Now transaction).

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    Your neighbors are smart, Keith, and know what they're talking about.
    But you don't even have to be shopping to get your identity stolen. I've read that if you happen to click on the "wrong" link, spyware can be installed on your computer that will enable identity thieves to record your keystrokes, which let them know your passwords, the numbers of your credit cards and bank accounts, etc.


    The internet is probably one of the most wonderful inventions ever but can also be one of the most dangerous to your financial health if you don't take precautions.

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    Originally posted by ethanedwards@Oct 13 2006, 03:43 AM
    A lot of my suppliers have stopped using PayPal, because of fraud!!


    I only used Pay Pal once in the 5 or 6 years I shopped on ebay.


    I'm very reluctant to give out the number of my bank account, or even my credit card, over the internet as there are thousands of hackers out there trying their best to learn those numbers so they can clean you out. When at all possible, I pay for stuff I order on the internet with a postal money order.


    I strongly suggest that anyone who shops on the 'net install anti-virus and anti-spyware software on their computer to prevent identity theft.

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    Originally posted by Senta@Oct 13 2006, 02:46 AM
    And may be will try e-bay again.


    As has been suggested, Vera, be sure and check the feedback on sellers before you order anything. I wouldn't buy from any seller who has less than about 98% approval.

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    Originally posted by chester7777@Oct 12 2006, 10:07 AM
    Vera,


    That is so disappointing, and I can see why you would be hesitant to try again.


    Did you use ebay's complaint process?


    Vera and Mrs. C,
    I used to buy movies that weren't available anywhere else but on ebay and the sellers always came through. But about 8 or 9 months ago I ordered one of the Duke's books from some thief in Chicago, who not only didn't send the book but also didn't refund my money.


    When I finally submitted a formal complaint to ebay, they informed me that they would arbitrate the dispute between the seller and me but that it would cost me another $25. in addition to the money I had already sent to the thieving seller. Made me so mad I said forget it and haven't bought anything at ebay since then.


    My attitude was that if they (ebay) would enforce the rules by barring sellers who rip off the buyers, they wouldn't have such problems to begin with.

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    Originally posted by Hondo Duke Lane@May 10 2004, 04:04 PM
    Of course I paid shipping & handling of almost $25 US


    The last item I bought (about 4 years ago) was a very beautiful wooden (teak) chest from some dealer in imported furniture, whose base was in Indiana. (I live in Texas) My winning bid was only about $120. but the shipping costs (which weren't shown in the description) were a staggering $175. :angry: Man, I almost fainted.


    But I also bought several hard-to-find (in America) books from sellers in Australia at what I thought were very reasonable prices, even including postage, and had no problems.


    I'd say the vast majority of ebay sellers are trustworthy but be sure and check shipping costs before you bid on anything. I learned that lesson the hard way.

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    I have in the past bought items on ebay with no problem. However, I've also read about a lot of people being scammed. I guess your best guide to whether someone is trustworthy is to check out the seller's rating by other buyers. Read their comments, cross your fingers, and trust your instincts. :D