You Wont Believe This, I am very upset

moi et mes sacs · Feb 11th, 2008, 03:37 PM

HI there, I am fuming now as I have just discovered I was sold a fake Miu Miu bag 8 months ago.
I purchased from an Australian seller, I am in the UK, and I kept it in my wardrobe and decided to sell it as I was getting no use out of it. I sold to a lady in Europe who was very nice in asking for a refund but made it quite clear she would take further action if I did not oblige. Of course I refunded and hoped she was wrong, but I had it authenticated today on the Forum, as this is the only place I really trust, and it turns out to be a fake.
I called eBay and they said there is nothing they can do as it was so long ago.
I did contact the seller and she ignored me. I have emailed her again and I am not optimistic about a response.
I have 100% Feedback and I cant believe I almost blew it. To add insult to injury eBay are not sure if they can refund my fees as "its not their fault"
has anyone had an experience like this? I have a good mind to close my account and just forget eBay altogether

sarahloveslouis · Feb 11th, 2008, 03:40 PM

I'm sorry.... it really should have been authenticated BEFORE you purchased it or RIGHT AFTER you received it (actually, both just in case it was bait and switch). Don't think you can do anything...

Maybe try your credit card? That would be the only imaginable thing I can say. Sorry!

moi et mes sacs · Feb 11th, 2008, 03:41 PM

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Originally Posted by sarahloveslouis

I'm sorry.... it really should have been authenticated BEFORE you purchased it or RIGHT AFTER you received it (actually, both just in case it was bait and switch). Don't think you can do anything...

Maybe try your credit card? That would be the only imaginable thing I can say. Sorry!

yes I was too trusting when I bought it. I have learned my lesson. I paid by Paypal through my bank account so I dont think I can claim there either

azhangie · Feb 11th, 2008, 03:44 PM

8 months is too long, there's not much you can do. But i've had a similar experience, altho nothing as expensive as the bag you bought. I bought a pair of jeans online, i left it in my closet for like 2 months...i went on vacation came back and one night i wanted to wear it. Found a big hole in the pant leg and one of the rhinestones was missing. I emailed the seller hoping that she could do something...like send it back to the manufacturer, but she said there's nothing she can do since its been 2 months. Its stupid...but its a lesson learned. Always check your stuff from eBay!

sarahloveslouis · Feb 11th, 2008, 03:44 PM

Ouch.

This one will probably have to be chalked up only to lesson learned.

finzup · Feb 11th, 2008, 03:45 PM

Ooooh that sucks!!
Is it possible for you to contact the original seller? Maybe they will work out some sort of deal (although not likely but worth a shot)
Try and cite some laws in their country about counterfieting bags and see if you can "scare" them into giving you some/all of your money back.

moi et mes sacs · Feb 11th, 2008, 03:49 PM

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Originally Posted by finzup

Ooooh that sucks!!
Is it possible for you to contact the original seller? Maybe they will work out some sort of deal (although not likely but worth a shot)
Try and cite some laws in their country about counterfieting bags and see if you can "scare" them into giving you some/all of your money back.

I have contacted her and she ignored me. Given that eBay told me its abroad so we cant do anything, it seems unlikely. I responded by saying there is a lot of trade between UK and US so the country should not be a barrier, the agent said ok thanks and put the phone down.
I just want eBay to take some action against her, I realise my money is gone but why should she continue to trade on ebay?

sarahloveslouis · Feb 11th, 2008, 03:50 PM

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Originally Posted by moi et mes sacs

I have contacted her and she ignored me. Given that eBay told me its abroad so we cant do anything, it seems unlikely. I responded by saying there is a lot of trade between UK and US so the country should not be a barrier, the agent said ok thanks and put the phone down.
I just want eBay to take some action against her, I realise my money is gone but why should she continue to trade on ebay?

Is she still active? Do you feel comfortable posting her ID? If she still has fakes listed, there is no reason not to report every last one of them.

Socialite · Feb 11th, 2008, 03:57 PM

This is awful ! so sorry about this. 8 months is a long time and I doubt that you will be able to get your money back, but I would get some sort or Legal letter wrote up and if you have her address I would post it to her. Also E-mail her and tell her that you are seeking legal help because this is illegal. If you dont mind me asking how much was the bag ??, do you still have the invoice ??.

Selena · Feb 11th, 2008, 03:58 PM

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Originally Posted by azhangie

8 months is too long, there's not much you can do. But i've had a similar experience, altho nothing as expensive as the bag you bought. I bought a pair of jeans online, i left it in my closet for like 2 months...i went on vacation came back and one night i wanted to wear it. Found a big hole in the pant leg and one of the rhinestones was missing. I emailed the seller hoping that she could do something...like send it back to the manufacturer, but she said there's nothing she can do since its been 2 months. Its stupid...but its a lesson learned. Always check your stuff from eBay!

My husband found out something he bought online was counterfiet (artwork) it was about 10 months ago, paypal and eBay did nothing but he called AMEX and they refunded him and are investigating.....maybe call your CC company?

moi et mes sacs · Feb 11th, 2008, 04:04 PM

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Originally Posted by Socialite

This is awful ! so sorry about this. 8 months is a long time and I doubt that you will be able to get your money back, but I would get some sort or Legal letter wrote up and if you have her address I would post it to her. Also E-mail her and tell her that you are seeking legal help because this is illegal. If you dont mind me asking how much was the bag ??, do you still have the invoice ??.

I paid 124 pounds, sorry not sure what that is in euros. I have the info on my paypal old accounts.
I am tempted to say her user name but I am afraid she is a memer here, God forbid.

Faritova · Feb 11th, 2008, 04:05 PM

At least post the eBay sellers address so that we know and don't mistakenly buy from the seller. I hate it when stuff like this happens. I've ended up with fakes before. It really burns. I'm sorry it happened to you.

moi et mes sacs · Feb 11th, 2008, 04:07 PM

Well I checked her feedback and I seem to be the last sale she made! Her username is Belabend and she is based in Australia.

moi et mes sacs · Feb 11th, 2008, 04:09 PM

Have you heard about the eBay strike on 18 to 24 feb? I am def taking part. I am quite annoyed about how the agent did nothing to help and said its not ebays fault etc..

sarahloveslouis · Feb 11th, 2008, 04:15 PM

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Originally Posted by moi et mes sacs

Have you heard about the eBay strike on 18 to 24 feb? I am def taking part. I am quite annoyed about how the agent did nothing to help and said its not ebays fault etc..

IMO, I think eBay should be held at least a minor % liable for allowing such a violation to be listed.

I don't think they are liable due to the timing, however.

Feb 11th, 2008, 03:37 PM	#1
moi et mes sacs Science Geek!	You Wont Believe This, I am very upset HI there, I am fuming now as I have just discovered I was sold a fake Miu Miu bag 8 months ago. I purchased from an Australian seller, I am in the UK, and I kept it in my wardrobe and decided to sell it as I was getting no use out of it. I sold to a lady in Europe who was very nice in asking for a refund but made it quite clear she would take further action if I did not oblige. Of course I refunded and hoped she was wrong, but I had it authenticated today on the Forum, as this is the only place I really trust, and it turns out to be a fake. I called eBay and they said there is nothing they can do as it was so long ago. I did contact the seller and she ignored me. I have emailed her again and I am not optimistic about a response. I have 100% Feedback and I cant believe I almost blew it. To add insult to injury eBay are not sure if they can refund my fees as "its not their fault" has anyone had an experience like this? I have a good mind to close my account and just forget eBay altogether Last edited by moi et mes sacs; Feb 11th, 2008 at 03:38 PM. Reason: typo

Feb 11th, 2008, 03:40 PM	#2
sarahloveslouis Hellllllo Christmas! Location: West Coast tPFer	Re: You Wont Believe This, I am very upset I'm sorry.... it really should have been authenticated BEFORE you purchased it or RIGHT AFTER you received it (actually, both just in case it was bait and switch). Don't think you can do anything... Maybe try your credit card? That would be the only imaginable thing I can say. Sorry! __________________ Why shop at an oppressive giant this year? Join me and so many* others by purchasing on Bonanzle! The way online shopping SHOULD be. Simple, straightforward, FUN.* Click the logo to be taken back to simpler (read: easy) times.

Feb 11th, 2008, 03:44 PM	#4
azhangie Piggy Fajita Location: I see cows and hills	Re: You Wont Believe This, I am very upset 8 months is too long, there's not much you can do. But i've had a similar experience, altho nothing as expensive as the bag you bought. I bought a pair of jeans online, i left it in my closet for like 2 months...i went on vacation came back and one night i wanted to wear it. Found a big hole in the pant leg and one of the rhinestones was missing. I emailed the seller hoping that she could do something...like send it back to the manufacturer, but she said there's nothing she can do since its been 2 months. Its stupid...but its a lesson learned. Always check your stuff from eBay! __________________ coffee addiction

Feb 11th, 2008, 03:44 PM	#5
sarahloveslouis Hellllllo Christmas! Location: West Coast tPFer	Re: You Wont Believe This, I am very upset Ouch. This one will probably have to be chalked up only to lesson learned. __________________ Why shop at an oppressive giant this year? Join me and so many* others by purchasing on Bonanzle! The way online shopping SHOULD be. Simple, straightforward, FUN.* Click the logo to be taken back to simpler (read: easy) times.

Feb 11th, 2008, 03:45 PM	#6
finzup Addicted Belenista! Location: The BE RAOK Island	Re: You Wont Believe This, I am very upset Ooooh that sucks!! Is it possible for you to contact the original seller? Maybe they will work out some sort of deal (although not likely but worth a shot) Try and cite some laws in their country about counterfieting bags and see if you can "scare" them into giving you some/all of your money back. __________________ "Indecision may or may not be my problem..." What I think about sometimes @ http://finzup.blogspot.com

Feb 11th, 2008, 03:57 PM	#9
Socialite Addicted <3	Re: You Wont Believe This, I am very upset This is awful ! so sorry about this. 8 months is a long time and I doubt that you will be able to get your money back, but I would get some sort or Legal letter wrote up and if you have her address I would post it to her. Also E-mail her and tell her that you are seeking legal help because this is illegal. If you dont mind me asking how much was the bag ??, do you still have the invoice ??.

Feb 11th, 2008, 04:05 PM	#12
Faritova Member	Re: You Wont Believe This, I am very upset At least post the eBay sellers address so that we know and don't mistakenly buy from the seller. I hate it when stuff like this happens. I've ended up with fakes before. It really burns. I'm sorry it happened to you.

Feb 11th, 2008, 04:07 PM	#13
moi et mes sacs Science Geek!	Re: You Wont Believe This, I am very upset Well I checked her feedback and I seem to be the last sale she made! Her username is Belabend and she is based in Australia.

Feb 11th, 2008, 04:09 PM	#14
moi et mes sacs Science Geek!	Re: You Wont Believe This, I am very upset Have you heard about the eBay strike on 18 to 24 feb? I am def taking part. I am quite annoyed about how the agent did nothing to help and said its not ebays fault etc..