EBay Safety Tips

[BagLover7701]

i'm currently torn whether to buy a speedy 30 Damier LV from ebay.ph for Php 30,000 - its used but in mint condition, bought around DEC 2007 - JAN 2008 complete with everything except that if i want the box i have to pay Php 1,000 more, as against to buying a brand new one from LV store for Php 36,500. Its just that the price is too close to each other. should i buy a new one? im scared that the one on ebay might be scam. HELP!!!!

[Ultimateshopper]

Originally Posted by BagLover7701

i'm currently torn whether to buy a speedy 30 Damier LV from ebay.ph for Php 30,000 - its used but in mint condition, bought around DEC 2007 - JAN 2008 complete with everything except that if i want the box i have to pay Php 1,000 more, as against to buying a brand new one from LV store for Php 36,500. Its just that the price is too close to each other. should i buy a new one? im scared that the one on ebay might be scam. HELP!!!!

I personally would not do it.

[cathy1228]

Originally Posted by BagLover7701

i'm currently torn whether to buy a speedy 30 Damier LV from ebay.ph for Php 30,000 - its used but in mint condition, bought around DEC 2007 - JAN 2008 complete with everything except that if i want the box i have to pay Php 1,000 more, as against to buying a brand new one from LV store for Php 36,500. Its just that the price is too close to each other. should i buy a new one? im scared that the one on ebay might be scam. HELP!!!!

Hi BagLover! From Manila? :)
Anyway, about your query, I think it sucks that they're trying to sell the box too as a separate "accessory" when I think it should really come with the item.

It might be better to get the item instead from the LV store..

[labelmom5]

Originally Posted by secret shopaholic

Always use a sellers mark whether it be a marker only seen by you or a tag that cannot be removed unless the buyer is keeping the bag. This helps to aid in the whole bait and switch scams.

What is a sellers mark? How would I add this when selling a bag. After all of these stories I'm hearing about Ebay Scammers and Pay Pal not protecting, I'm scared to list anything.

[Ellie Mae]

Originally Posted by labelmom5

What is a sellers mark? How would I add this when selling a bag. After all of these stories I'm hearing about Ebay Scammers and Pay Pal not protecting, I'm scared to list anything.

Security tags... do a search TPF for security tags in the ebay forum and several threads should come up.

[nestegg46]

Security tags are called tyvek wrist bands on *ebay and you can sign your name over the closure. I actually made a homemade one years ago when I was worried about a buyer. There is also something called "tamper proof tags" but it doesn't seem to be any better than the tyvek bands. Just be sure to sign the band. I am thinking of selling one of my birkins, is there anything else I should be concerned about?

[miss cherie]

I just bought the christian louboutin pumps (I didn't pay for them yet) on ebay for the first time..
Now I used this http://toolhaus.org/ that I saw on this forum, I found some negative comments for the seller. (which I didn't see on ebay site). These are the comments below & now I'm getting worried. Does this seem ok? Plus I registered tmy debit card to paypal account.. I need help! Thanks!!

TRYING TO CONTACT E-SELLER... SENT (2) EMAILS.. PLEASE RESPOND...Buyer: lenyenyRating mutually withdrawn

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thank you but it not new ...it is used.Buyer:

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  Non paying bidder so shoes were never even shipped Malicous Bidder
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isn't on time! I left my home for long.too late! I can't get it.Buyer:

Jan-09-08 02:23

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  Item deliv'd to JAPAN w/in 6 bus days of purchase. Never told of a date needed

understanding seller, with excellent communication; a real asset to ebay!!!

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Beautiful shoes, though slightly damaged right foot sole.They were not new!

Beatiful dress, fast shipment! Thank you so much!!!Buyer:

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----Private Thank you so much for your smooth transaction. I love this beautiful dress.

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great authentic item! Highly recommended! A+++++++++Buyer:
No longer a registered userApr-04-07 20:09

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beautiful shoes, however heel lifts were confirmed by Jimmy Choo as replacements

AAA+Seller Shoes are the best, Great transaction Will buy againBuyer: Rating withdrawn by eBay

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Great item and fast ship! Thanks!Buyer: ihnihnk (private)


No longer a registered userApr-02-06 16:17

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Love my shoes! Love them!!!!

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Shoes received without dustbag and did not respond to mails....Buyer:

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Horrible transaction, Shoes wrong size for $230. Seller would not even respond.

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  CORRECT SIZE-just didn't fit Sent MANY emails & PHONED to offer refund!!??
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    Largely my fault. BIG MISUNDERSTANDING, this neg feedback in process of removal
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item was not described accurately - merchandise received very niceBuyer: Item was faded and not in mint condition as stated in description.Buyer:

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  Buyer never contacted me to give me a chance to make it right! Just left negativ

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[gro3602]

http://forum.purseblog.com/ebay-forum/

Miss Cherie, why don't you start a new thread.

More members will be able to help.

This thread is just ebay safety tips.

Also include a link to the auction.

[Malinda]

I'm not sure if this comment would be in this thread, but what if your item is authentic, and eBay has pulled it stating Trademark violation. The receipt is lost and there is no serial # or card in the bag because it has been used. And because it has been pulled, it can't even be authenticated by tpF. I understand why eBay is doing this, but really, there is no remediation with them. It's like talking to a brick wall, but even a brick wall eventually gives.

You can move this comment to the correct thread if needed.

Originally Posted by shiba

Just because a seller says it is authentic, doesn't mean a thing. On the flip side, just because a buyer says it is fake, doesn't mean they are telling the truth either. Just because a seller says it has been authenticated, doesn't mean it is true. Find our where and verify. Mistakes can be made by SA, as some of our members have found out, they are not experts. Be wary of the sellers that require a letter from the store manager denying authenticity before a return can be made. You likely won't be able to get one. Post items in the "authenticate this" section of the particular designer thread, just to be sure. Check prices, Ebay is not always a good deal. Watch for outrageous shipping charges or factor them into the final bid price.

[Ellie Mae]

Malinda.. you can still get your bag authenticated on PF, just take photos of the bag and post them in the proper AT thread. Although Ebay may not acknowledge a PF authentication

Did you ask Ebay if you can have the bag authenticated by Carol Diva or My Poupette?

[giagnm]

I opened a separate account on ebay to sell some items after reading this thread. I have never sold anything before so I will have zero feedback but I did get user verified. I'm just a little concerned that 1.) I'm wasting my time trying to sell anything and 2.) that I could be targeted by scammers for being a newbie seller. Your experiences and advice have definitely opened my eyes!

[pakesacul]

Originally Posted by Ellie Mae

Malinda.. you can still get your bag authenticated on PF, just take photos of the bag and post them in the proper AT thread. Although Ebay may not acknowledge a PF authentication Did you ask Ebay if you can have the bag authenticated by Carol Diva or My Poupette?

eBay seems to prefer mypoupertte for authentications.
I purchased a fake Dior and they helped.
Good luck!

[cookie888]

ebay is a great place to see what's out there but I have to be honest - I would NEVER buy a bag from there. It's difficult to tell what's authentic and what's fake without touching it and it's not worth the hassle!

If you really want something, you should get the authentic one from the shop. After all, wouldn't it be peace of mind to absolutely know that yours is the real thing?

The only place I've been told to buy in confidence online is net-a-porter. If you know of any others, please reply

[TLE]

net-a-porter is a fantastic source. Thank you.

[shopsliketiger]

I have had 2 scammers this year buy expensive bags and then report to Paypal that they "got empty boxes". Thank goodness I had the post office weigh each box and record the weight so the credit card companies knew this was a scam. Now, with any item over $1000---if I dont' know the buyer---I photograph the box being packed as well as have the post office worker record the weight for me so I can get them to provide proof that the box was shipped with the merchandise in it.

Hope this helps