my lil brother wants some skates n i wanna kno if its a rip off before i buy it...thx=)
2006-06-28 13:42:42 · 13 answers · asked by kiddo=\ 3 in Computers & Internet ➔ Internet
I'm going to tell you this like it is, and might offend some people in the process.
To buy on Ebay, you need to beware of the sellers that are on there, as for regardless of feedback, sometimes a seller will turn on you in a heartbeat. I have experienced problems with sellers that have numerous positives as well as with sellers with little to no feedback. All in all, I have had a decent experience on the site, and will say to you to make sure that you use discretion in what you choose to bid on. DO you homework, and if able pay with paypal, as for it will cover you against any problems that you may encounter.
Also, there are other numerous sites available that you can choose to deal with if you don't feel like messing with Ebay.
Some of those sites are:
http://www.onlineauction.com
http://www.blujay.com
http://www.overstock.com
http://www.bidville.com
Just make sure that you place the bid knowing that the person you are dealing with could be genuine, or could be a fake just waiting to steal your money. Ask the seller questions before bidding if need be, and they should be able to answer any doubts that you may have. If they can't answer you in the way you wish to have been answered, then it may be wise not to bid.
2006-06-28 13:59:06 · answer #1 · answered by iiboogeymanii 4 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I am an ebay seller myself. The best thing to do when buying an item off of E-bay is to look at their feedback score. I would try to buy from someone who has a store with a high number or from a single person who has a score of over 100. E-bay also shows their percentage of positive feedbacks. Look for like 98% - 100%. I also have tons of things on there under the seller name movie_buff_girl and the store name Hobby Emporium if you'd like to see what I have for sale. :)
2006-06-28 20:49:01 · answer #2 · answered by bettyboopin3_1976_23 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No. Ebay is a venue. Only a thief can rip you off. Check the sellers feedback and learn how to use ebay. Only use Paypal for payments.
2006-06-30 08:27:40 · answer #3 · answered by KathyS 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
eaby it's self is not a rip off. some items on ebay are ripoffs, so be sure to read up on what it is you're buying, and remember pictures can sometimes be decieving.
2006-06-28 20:47:30 · answer #4 · answered by theua_s 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
it depends on who you buy them from just like in real life, you need to shop around there are some very hot deals on ebay
2006-06-28 20:46:20 · answer #5 · answered by Mj 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
you have to ask to the person selling them and really look at the picture if there one me I've got great stuff off eBay.
2006-06-28 20:48:10 · answer #6 · answered by Jesse M 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You can get awesome deals, and screwed also. Be sure to consider the shipping costs before you bid!
2006-06-28 20:47:32 · answer #7 · answered by mcCody-g 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes cuz i bout somthin off ebay and it sed id get it in 3 days and
they lied
2006-06-28 20:57:01 · answer #8 · answered by Elizabeth G 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
just be sure to buy from an experienced seller with loads of positive feedback.
2006-06-28 20:46:13 · answer #9 · answered by whatwhatwhat 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes they take 10% of what you make for using their site...its your money not theirs so I think it is a rip off
2006-06-28 20:46:33 · answer #10 · answered by asherznb06 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋