Selling on Craigslist??

BagSlave · Jul 19th, 2008, 06:06 PM

I have my brand new bag which I bought and never used. Once I got the bag no matter how much I loved the leather or the color....it didn't seem to fit into my wardrobe so its been sitting in my room. I wanted to sell it somewhere where I wouldnt get charged listing fees like eBay....would craigslist be an option?? Would any girls actually be interested in purchasing of craigslist?? Need some opinions. Thanks

PS.....Or are there any other sites I can use that buyers would trust and that dont charge listing fees???

scoobiesmomma · Jul 19th, 2008, 06:12 PM

I would personally buy a bag from Craigslist, but I guess it really depends what metropolitan area you are located in and the probability of a buyer in your area, unless someone is willing to buy out of the area, sight unseen (does happen). Otherwise, I'd say just calculate your listing fees into your price and sell it on eBay...

latest obsession · Jul 19th, 2008, 06:13 PM

I've sold a couple bags on craigslist before. It's nicer than flea bay cuz at least the person could be from near you and see the bag in person before purchasing. Just post lots of pictures and remember to refresh your ad every couple days as ads on craigslist tend to get buried.

If you're willing to ship, maybe you could post it on the craigslist site for big cities.

HTH!

BagSlave · Jul 19th, 2008, 07:51 PM

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Originally Posted by latest obsession

I've sold a couple bags on craigslist before. It's nicer than flea bay cuz at least the person could be from near you and see the bag in person before purchasing. Just post lots of pictures and remember to refresh your ad every couple days as ads on craigslist tend to get buried.

If you're willing to ship, maybe you could post it on the craigslist site for big cities.

HTH!

How can i "refresh" my ads to avoid them getting lost on CL??

scoobiesmomma · Jul 19th, 2008, 07:55 PM

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Originally Posted by BagSlave

How can i "refresh" my ads to avoid them getting lost on CL??

Just remove it and repost. Make sure you post under an account, so it's easier to do this!

addisonshopper · Jul 19th, 2008, 08:43 PM

I have sold a few bags on craigs list and I now have 4 more listed. I have been contacted by 2 scammers so far- actually 3- the print your own check scam and just today the he will cut me a check for more and that i need to send the balance back when i send the bag... i told thme to get lost and they should be ashamed to try and rip people off...everything has its pros and cons to it....at least this has no fees...just dont advertise such expensive items.... I would say good luck you.. just watch the scammers they are out there everywhere.

KittyKat65 · Jul 19th, 2008, 09:01 PM

I have had no luck. In fact, my posts got flagged and removed because they were authentic purses and cutting in on the fake sales.

Elara · Jul 19th, 2008, 10:24 PM

I scan craigslist every day for bags- I've bought an authentic Chanel and LV there (both authenticated here first) and they were wonderful transactions. I think you should definitely try.

betseylover · Jul 19th, 2008, 11:28 PM

i have sold several times on craigslist, but i do find that people on CL will not pay as much as eBay buyers might.

chitowngirl823 · Jul 20th, 2008, 08:56 AM

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Originally Posted by betseylover

i have sold several times on craigslist, but i do find that people on CL will not pay as much as eBay buyers might.

I agree AND I have had a lot of no shows when selling items thru Craigslist.

jasbay · Jul 20th, 2008, 09:31 AM

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Originally Posted by chitowngirl823

I agree AND I have had a lot of no shows when selling items thru Craigslist.

Yup, the same goes for me. I did have a few serious buyers on the good side.

gacats · Jul 20th, 2008, 09:37 AM

I'll have to check on Craigslist myself. I'll bet the craiglist people are happy that eBay has gotten so bad.

amanda · Jul 20th, 2008, 09:46 AM

I wouldn't try to sell a high-end bag on craigslist. People on there are looking for the cheapest deal possible in most cases, so even though you have to pay to put your bag on eBay, you're going to get it in front of more serious bag people, which will probably net you a higher price in the end if it's a popular bag in good condition. so even though you have to pay, it'll probably work out better for you in the end if you're smart, and the price you get (assuming the bag is a good bag) will probably offset the fees.

if you were selling electronics or furniture or something, i'd say craigslist is great. but bags...not so much.

betseylover · Jul 20th, 2008, 12:37 PM

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Originally Posted by chitowngirl823

I agree AND I have had a lot of no shows when selling items thru Craigslist.

ugh, yes! i forgot to mention that, it can get very frustrating!

alliemia · Jul 20th, 2008, 01:00 PM

i sold on craigslist once. but not a bag, a couch. a few people didn't show up. which was annoying, as we waited for them for a few hours. but finally one family showed up and it went ok, we sold it, but they kept trying to haggle the price. i find that i prefer eBay and just shipping the item. with face to face like craigslist, i felt they just wanted to cut deals on the price. but you do save fees, so maybe you'd be willing to go down on price a bit.

allison

Jul 19th, 2008, 06:06 PM	#1
BagSlave Member Joined: Jan 2008 Posts: 210	I have my brand new bag which I bought and never used. Once I got the bag no matter how much I loved the leather or the color....it didn't seem to fit into my wardrobe so its been sitting in my room. I wanted to sell it somewhere where I wouldnt get charged listing fees like eBay....would craigslist be an option?? Would any girls actually be interested in purchasing of craigslist?? Need some opinions. Thanks PS.....Or are there any other sites I can use that buyers would trust and that dont charge listing fees??? __________________ Collection: BBW MAM Denim Leather Carly Black Sig Carly Slim Brown Leather Carly Carly Pouch with Plum Trim Large Black Leather Carly (Nickle HW) Potentials: [ ] Light Gray Mini Nikki & MAM (pre-ordered) [ ] Black & White Striped MAM (pre-ordered) Last edited by Swanky Mama Of Three; Jul 19th, 2008 at 08:29 PM.

Jul 19th, 2008, 06:12 PM	#2
scoobiesmomma RManiak Joined: May 2008 Location: West Coast, Florida Posts: 966	I would personally buy a bag from Craigslist, but I guess it really depends what metropolitan area you are located in and the probability of a buyer in your area, unless someone is willing to buy out of the area, sight unseen (does happen). Otherwise, I'd say just calculate your listing fees into your price and sell it on eBay... __________________ In search of... RM Light Grey Mattine 05 Sky Blue Work 06 Grenat Mini Bowler

Jul 19th, 2008, 06:13 PM	#3
latest obsession Marc Jacobs Stam Joined: Jun 2006 Location: Palo Alto, CA Posts: 693	I've sold a couple bags on craigslist before. It's nicer than flea bay cuz at least the person could be from near you and see the bag in person before purchasing. Just post lots of pictures and remember to refresh your ad every couple days as ads on craigslist tend to get buried. If you're willing to ship, maybe you could post it on the craigslist site for big cities. HTH! __________________ Wish List Chanel Jumbo Flap in patent blush Chanel Baby Cabas in brown or Chanel GST with GH Fendi Spy in dark denim

Jul 19th, 2008, 08:43 PM	#6
addisonshopper Bootyliscious Joined: Sep 2006 Location: WASH/DC/VA Posts: 2,825	I have sold a few bags on craigs list and I now have 4 more listed. I have been contacted by 2 scammers so far- actually 3- the print your own check scam and just today the he will cut me a check for more and that i need to send the balance back when i send the bag... i told thme to get lost and they should be ashamed to try and rip people off...everything has its pros and cons to it....at least this has no fees...just dont advertise such expensive items.... I would say good luck you.. just watch the scammers they are out there everywhere. __________________

Jul 19th, 2008, 10:24 PM	#8
Elara Member Joined: Aug 2007 Location: Richmond, VA Posts: 826	I scan craigslist every day for bags- I've bought an authentic Chanel and LV there (both authenticated here first) and they were wonderful transactions. I think you should definitely try. __________________ "You can purchase anything off the Internet except common sense.” - Kentucky Reptile Zoo Director Jim Harrison

Jul 19th, 2008, 09:01 PM	#7
KittyKat65 Will work 4 Manolos Joined: Feb 2007 Location: Austin, Texas Posts: 563	I have had no luck. In fact, my posts got flagged and removed because they were authentic purses and cutting in on the fake sales.

Jul 19th, 2008, 11:28 PM	#9
betseylover Member Joined: Jan 2007 Location: vancouver BC Posts: 1,859	i have sold several times on craigslist, but i do find that people on CL will not pay as much as eBay buyers might. __________________ ok, this time i am on a ban... i mean it!!! until new vernis colors come out.

Jul 20th, 2008, 09:37 AM	#12
gacats love me some bags! Joined: Oct 2006 Location: Georgia Posts: 4,760	I'll have to check on Craigslist myself. I'll bet the craiglist people are happy that eBay has gotten so bad. __________________ GaCats My 2008 wish list: LV damier Hampstead PM (found it!) Marc by Marc Jacobs patent utility bag in Espresso ( I got one!) Jumbo CHANEL lambskin flap with gold hardware (got it!) And I'm done for this year! YAY!

Jul 20th, 2008, 09:46 AM	#13
amanda I Bleed Georgia Red Joined: Oct 2005 Location: Athens, GA Posts: 8,905	I wouldn't try to sell a high-end bag on craigslist. People on there are looking for the cheapest deal possible in most cases, so even though you have to pay to put your bag on eBay, you're going to get it in front of more serious bag people, which will probably net you a higher price in the end if it's a popular bag in good condition. so even though you have to pay, it'll probably work out better for you in the end if you're smart, and the price you get (assuming the bag is a good bag) will probably offset the fees. if you were selling electronics or furniture or something, i'd say craigslist is great. but bags...not so much. __________________ PROUD TO BE A UNIVERSITY OF GEORGIA BULLDOG! Read my blog: http://graduationday.wordpress.com

Jul 20th, 2008, 01:00 PM	#15
alliemia purse-crazy mommy Joined: Jun 2008 Location: NY Posts: 328	i sold on craigslist once. but not a bag, a couch. a few people didn't show up. which was annoying, as we waited for them for a few hours. but finally one family showed up and it went ok, we sold it, but they kept trying to haggle the price. i find that i prefer eBay and just shipping the item. with face to face like craigslist, i felt they just wanted to cut deals on the price. but you do save fees, so maybe you'd be willing to go down on price a bit. allison