What is the purpose of an eBay "Private Auction?"
SOM
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And, if I ended up with the item, at my exact maximum bid, have I likely been swindled?
help!
Thanks in advance!
Nick
help!
Thanks in advance!
Nick
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do I smell sarcasm? or stupidity?
My question is legitimate. I only know what eBay says about a Private Auction; I don not know what it "really" is used for.
Thanks!
edited to say it just smells period
But this just came to my mind? maybe this is stupid but do they do them private so the government doesnt see it? no taxes?
That is not always the case, but that is one scenario. I have also read from sellers that engage in private auctions that it prevents spam from people that may have similar items up for sale.
It was a PRO card that I won...
unbelievable, jay...
Better than paying for a card that has been altered.
email him this thread!! and say you are not paying! unless he scans card on here for the experts to help you. if he says no neg him and explain why!
Anyway this is an edited version of one of my posts from that thread stating that not all private auctions are bad.
“Here are some legitimate reasons for a private auction:
1. The seller doesn’t want the bidders to get unwanted spam.
2. The seller respects the fact that the buyer deserves some privacy. This is the equivalent to absent or silent bidders in a “real life” auction.
3. If the auction is an investment, the purchaser would remain private for future selling.
4. To prevent people interfering with a legitimate auction - libel.
Again in the case of scam artists, a private auction is used to keep people from interfering with their auction. Warning the bidder that the auction is a scam. However, there are many other warning signs like illegitimate grading companies (Pro), no pictures for very high dollar cards, and countless others.
The scam is whether or not the product that the high bidder will receive is correctly represented - not the auction style.”
Brian
I'll let everyone know what happens next!
I stay away from them.While I agree that there are some legitamite sellers out there that use them,I think that they are in the minority.I see too many of them that are selling what appear to be trimmed cards.
Vic
Evening gents - I'm bummed about St.Joe - I didn't see where anyone linked the card - we actually now have two issues: private auctions and Pro cards. Wow. I've got another movie to watch - this is a tough one.....what to do, what to do......looking forward to see what the seller says. My first suggestion - ask the seller if they would measure the card and give the EXACT dimensions - what do ya think guys?
Mike
The card in question certainly looks trimmmed...here is an example of an ungraded card...same card...it does look a bit different then the one in question...
67 Carew Card
Notice how this card has more boarders than the card in your question...
Here's your "trimmed" card...and it is trimmed...
PRO Trimmed Card
Collector
Topps 58,59,60,61,62,63,64 Sets
Fleer 60, 61-62 Sets
You can just look at that card, and see it isn't right...but, great work HammeringHank in finding an ungraded example to compare it to.
I'm going to pretend I never even bid on that darned card. I'll ignore the guy. If he's as questionable a character as he seems to be, I doubt that he's going to post negative feedback. A legitmate seller can deal with a couple of explainable negatives, as some of you have indicated; a crook dealing in private auctions under the cover of private feedback can't afford to have any. And he'll sure get slammed by me if he fries me with bad feedback.
He'll probably just be pissed that somebody out-scammed him, and he'll move on.
It probably won't take him long to find the next sucker to whom he can sell the card...but, I hope that it does.
I'll let you know what action he chooses to pursue.
Nick
That may not work with some of these guys - some are just sociopathic enough not even realizing that they are doing anything wrong - in fact they can get down right ugly when even politely questioned.
But, good luck.
Mike
Valrey Sports
P.O. Box 2806
Downey, CA 90242
email: valrey_sports@hotmail.com
Nick
Hello Nick, the card you won was purchased already graded and I cannot back up PRO's grading standards, or any other thrid party grading company. I realize that PRO's grading is not as credible as PSA's or BVG's, but their prices do indicate that. If you would like to pass on this card I have no problem with it, and I completely understand your position. I will be asking for a credit request through eBay stating that we mutually agreed not to complete the transaction. Your account will not be affected negatively in any way. If you have any questions or concerns please feel free to e-mail me.
Thanks,
Joe
Nick
Should be quite a learning experience I would think - for FREE.
Ken
- Slowly (Very Slowly) Working On A 1952 Topps Raw Set (Lower Grade)
Ripken, Brooks & Frank Robinson, Old Orioles, Sweet Spot Autos, older Redskins - Riggins, Sonny, Baugh etc and anything that catches my eye.
My ghetto sportscard webpage...All Scans - No Lists!!! Stinky Linky
<< <i>I realize that PRO's grading is not as credible as PSA's or BVG's, but their prices do indicate that. >>
Nick
That worked out great - I think he knows what he has there and was smart enough to quietly close the book on this. I too made a mistake and bid on a questionable graded card and got a refund - albeit with a little annoyance - you did well AND painfree!
Mike