Someone wants me to go to the store and buy her something. LOL

Jayne1 · Jul 7th, 2008, 04:41 PM

Why would someone email me about this?

I have listed a used article of designer clothing, from a designer boutique and I received an email from someone, not wanting to buy my item, but rather, wanting me to go to a mall store (a big Canadian chain) and purchase for her a brand new, mainstream, not designer item, that is (supposedly) unavailable in the States.

This person (I can't call her a potential bidder, since she doesn't want my item that is for sale) has perfect feedback of over 1000.

Of course, I'm not doing it, I just deleted her message. I even blocked her from bidding.

What does this sound like to you? Does this sound like a scam or do you think this person is just a bit innocent?

missisa07 · Jul 7th, 2008, 04:59 PM

Hmmmm, considering she has so much feedback, I wouldn't be surprised if she genuinely wanted the item that wasn't available here in the states. For instance, I know a lot of people in the mainland US that would pay top dollar on eBay to get certain Louis Vuitton items that are only available to Hawaii/Japan/Guam.

I don't personally think it's a scam, considering you said the item wasn't "designer", so I assume it wasn't TOO expensive. HOWEVER, at the end of the day, you're not obligated to go out of your way for someone like that. Especially if it's not something you offered to sell yourself. If you have a bad feeling, follow your instincts. It's not worth losing money out on.

bag-mania · Jul 7th, 2008, 05:02 PM

Strange, but it sounds more like wishful thinking rather than a scam. Did she say she was willing to pay you for your trouble? She'd be better off directly contacting stores in Canada until she finds one willing to ship to her.

Nyria · Jul 7th, 2008, 05:48 PM

I'm going to take a wild guess that this was Lululemon?
Anyhoo - I don't think it's that crazy - I've had freinds in the States buy me stuff from US only stores - maybe she just doesn't know anyone in Canada and figures you shop there so...

I've actually seen people offering their shopping services on eBay - like I saw someone say they were doing to the Murakami Moca thing and would buy bags for a fee.

ItalianFashion · Jul 7th, 2008, 06:06 PM

what did she want you to buy?

Jayne1 · Jul 7th, 2008, 06:11 PM

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Originally Posted by bag-mania

Strange, but it sounds more like wishful thinking rather than a scam. Did she say she was willing to pay you for your trouble? She'd be better off directly contacting stores in Canada until she finds one willing to ship to her.

No... she didn't offer to pay me for my significant trouble... finding the item and boxing it up and shipping it to her.

This particular Canadian chain does not ship outside Canada, apparently.

Jayne1 · Jul 7th, 2008, 06:15 PM

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Originally Posted by Nyria

I'm going to take a wild guess that this was Lululemon?

No, just something from an American company, something I could have sworn was available in the States. Maybe they made something specific for Canadians.

She did sound nice but I don't know her... why would I take the risk?

Nyria · Jul 7th, 2008, 06:30 PM

I'm confused?
"This particular Canadian chain does not ship outside Canada, apparently"
then
"something from an American company, something I could have sworn was available in the States."

doesn't really matter but I don't like my brain hurting - ya know

Jayne1 · Jul 7th, 2008, 06:41 PM

^^ Sorry, I'll be more specific... she wants a pair of Marc Jacobs shoes (American) from Browns (Canadian shoe chain/store.)

ETA - This is what eBay has done to me... made me suspicious of everyone!

ShiShi · Jul 7th, 2008, 06:47 PM

Interesting. She probably just thought she'd go out on a limb and ask. Ya know? I doubt she was trying to scam you. I wouldn't do it either though...unless she offered to also pay me for my time. I'd also require a payment upfront.

Cindi · Jul 7th, 2008, 06:50 PM

I would charge her for my trouble plus the shoes and shipping. What the hell if you are going to be there anyway might as well make some money.

janecanadian · Jul 7th, 2008, 07:13 PM

a long time ago when eBay was still a decent place I had a seller offer to go to her pottery barn store to buy me additional pieces to the baby stuff I was buying from her...she didn't even charge me any extra...I thought that was awesome...

pamper-me-silly · Jul 7th, 2008, 07:23 PM

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Originally Posted by janecanadian

a long time ago when eBay was still a decent place I had a seller offer to go to her pottery barn store to buy me additional pieces to the baby stuff I was buying from her...she didn't even charge me any extra...I thought that was awesome...

Back in the good ole days....

Jayne1 · Jul 7th, 2008, 07:35 PM

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Originally Posted by pamper-me-silly

Back in the good ole days....

I remember those friendly, trusting days too.

pursewatch · Jul 7th, 2008, 07:40 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jayne1

^^ Sorry, I'll be more specific... she wants a pair of Marc Jacobs shoes (American) from Browns (Canadian shoe chain/store.)

ETA - This is what eBay has done to me... made me suspicious of everyone!

Sad, isn't?

Jul 7th, 2008, 04:41 PM	#1
Jayne1 Working Canvas Location: Toronto	Someone wants me to go to the store and buy her something. LOL Why would someone email me about this? I have listed a used article of designer clothing, from a designer boutique and I received an email from someone, not wanting to buy my item, but rather, wanting me to go to a mall store (a big Canadian chain) and purchase for her a brand new, mainstream, not designer item, that is (supposedly) unavailable in the States. This person (I can't call her a potential bidder, since she doesn't want my item that is for sale) has perfect feedback of over 1000. Of course, I'm not doing it, I just deleted her message. I even blocked her from bidding. What does this sound like to you? Does this sound like a scam or do you think this person is just a bit innocent?

Jul 7th, 2008, 04:59 PM	#2
missisa07 (Isabel) Location: Hawaii	Hmmmm, considering she has so much feedback, I wouldn't be surprised if she genuinely wanted the item that wasn't available here in the states. For instance, I know a lot of people in the mainland US that would pay top dollar on eBay to get certain Louis Vuitton items that are only available to Hawaii/Japan/Guam. I don't personally think it's a scam, considering you said the item wasn't "designer", so I assume it wasn't TOO expensive. HOWEVER, at the end of the day, you're not obligated to go out of your way for someone like that. Especially if it's not something you offered to sell yourself. If you have a bad feeling, follow your instincts. It's not worth losing money out on. __________________ ^link to my blog!

Jul 7th, 2008, 05:48 PM	#4
Nyria Drink the LV KoolAid Location: Alberta, Canada	I'm going to take a wild guess that this was Lululemon? Anyhoo - I don't think it's that crazy - I've had freinds in the States buy me stuff from US only stores - maybe she just doesn't know anyone in Canada and figures you shop there so... I've actually seen people offering their shopping services on eBay - like I saw someone say they were doing to the Murakami Moca thing and would buy bags for a fee. __________________ Take a boo at my Personalized Charm Bracelets Bellissimo_Charms

Jul 7th, 2008, 06:06 PM	#5
ItalianFashion Member Location: Grumolo Italy and NC	what did she want you to buy? __________________ (\__/) (='.'=) (")_(") Have a Bunny ? Join Us on the Bunny Thread

Jul 7th, 2008, 06:30 PM	#8
Nyria Drink the LV KoolAid Location: Alberta, Canada	I'm confused? "This particular Canadian chain does not ship outside Canada, apparently" then "something from an American company, something I could have sworn was available in the States." doesn't really matter but I don't like my brain hurting - ya know __________________ Take a boo at my Personalized Charm Bracelets Bellissimo_Charms

Jul 7th, 2008, 05:02 PM	#3
bag-mania Member	Strange, but it sounds more like wishful thinking rather than a scam. Did she say she was willing to pay you for your trouble? She'd be better off directly contacting stores in Canada until she finds one willing to ship to her.

Jul 7th, 2008, 06:41 PM	#9
Jayne1 Working Canvas Location: Toronto	^^ Sorry, I'll be more specific... she wants a pair of Marc Jacobs shoes (American) from Browns (Canadian shoe chain/store.) ETA - This is what eBay has done to me... made me suspicious of everyone! Last edited by Jayne1; Jul 7th, 2008 at 06:47 PM.

Jul 7th, 2008, 06:47 PM	#10
ShiShi wa wa wee wa Location: Somewhere over the rainbow	Interesting. She probably just thought she'd go out on a limb and ask. Ya know? I doubt she was trying to scam you. I wouldn't do it either though...unless she offered to also pay me for my time. I'd also require a payment upfront.

Jul 7th, 2008, 06:50 PM	#11
Cindi Recessionista Location: PA	I would charge her for my trouble plus the shoes and shipping. What the hell if you are going to be there anyway might as well make some money. __________________ Don't cry because it's over, smile because it happened.

Jul 7th, 2008, 07:13 PM	#12
janecanadian Member Location: Canada	a long time ago when eBay was still a decent place I had a seller offer to go to her pottery barn store to buy me additional pieces to the baby stuff I was buying from her...she didn't even charge me any extra...I thought that was awesome...