"eBay SELLERS R VICs??" ^NEED THOUGHTS HERE^

*GINGER* · Jul 15th, 2007, 09:31 AM

Don't know if this issue has been raised ever, but...
Browsing through eBay makes me think about this issue alll the time, even more time now since I am confined within my 4 walls for a while.
Like the release of the miroir lockits, eBay is floooooded with like 33 of them as I am typing away

??!!
Most of them would be VICs. I am a VIC but sorry

I don't purchase to profit; rather I am a collector. All VICs out there, what are you?

kittyluv23 · Jul 15th, 2007, 10:57 AM

This topic did come up recently especially because of the scarcity of the Mirror Lockit in the actual LV stores. Alot of people who wanted them didn't get them and now are forced to use eBay. The good news is that some of the bags seem to be selling very close to retail. (US retail for the bag + tax is about $1778) However, once the selection on ebay dwindles down the prices will really go up. I'm sure most of us TPF members aren't in it for the profit/money, we just love the bags. If one of the TPF members decides to sell their bags, I don't want to judge them-they might have a good reason like they need the money. I have never sold any of my LV on ebay but I had to let some LV pieces go this year after my dad died & I lost my job. It made me sad but I needed the money for me & my mom. I have seen a few sellers on ebay that must be VIC because they get all the new items and mark them up but how much profit do you thik they actually make after paying ebay and paypal fees? Doesn't ebay take a good chunk?

*GINGER* · Jul 15th, 2007, 11:02 AM

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Originally Posted by kittyluv23

This topic did come up recently especially because of the scarcity of the Mirror Lockit in the actual LV stores. Alot of people who wanted them didn't get them and now are forced to use eBay. The good news is that some of the bags seem to be selling very close to retail. (US retail for the bag + tax is about $1778) However, once the selection on ebay dwindles down the prices will really go up. I'm sure most of us TPF members aren't in it for the profit/money, we just love the bags. If one of the TPF members decides to sell their bags, I don't want to judge them-they might have a good reason like they need the money. I have never sold any of my LV on ebay but I had to let some LV pieces go this year after my dad died & I lost my job. It made me sad but I needed the money for me & my mom. I have seen a few sellers on ebay that must be VIC because they get all the new items and mark them up but how much profit do you thik they actually make after paying ebay and paypal fees? Doesn't ebay take a good chunk?

Ooooo...sorry to hear about your dad *HUGZ* That's every good reason to sell your bags for. I hope your mum and you are doing okay.
I have successfully sold a bag awhile ago but only because I have not used it enough to keep it, and it's not LV. BTW, I sold it lower than RRP;it's been used several times.

kittyluv23 · Jul 15th, 2007, 11:31 AM

Thanks Ginger, you're sweet. Because of everything I went through this year, I really try to see or look for the positive side of things and I truly believe in karma. I don't want to judge others especially because it's hard to know the whole story all of the time. So when I see some of the eBay sellers with hard to find items I couldn't get, I just try not to think bad thoughts.

Mounia · Jul 15th, 2007, 01:42 PM

They use the word VIC to reflect the fact that the item is hard to get. It's always been like that on eBay with all the limited editions (not only handbags - iphone - PS3...). You said you don't purchase for profit maybe because eBay is not your principal job, eBay sellers have to get a profit from what they sell. eBay is a hobby for me I mostly sell thing that I don't use anymore. If it would be my job I wouldn't work for free so the profit is understandable. Kittyluv23 sorry for your Dad.

*GINGER* · Jul 16th, 2007, 08:25 AM

That's what I was saying. Just wondering how many Pfers - who are running a biz on eBay- has purchased that many LV items (particularly the LEs) that they've achieved VIC status

I just know of someone who is a Chanel VIC and a full-time eBay seller at the same time.

Shopalicious · Jul 16th, 2007, 09:58 AM

Kitty I am so sorry for your lost .

kittyluv23 · Jul 17th, 2007, 02:38 AM

Thanks guys about my dad-he's my guardian angel now. But about the VIC's buying up all and selling all the LE stuff-do you think they really make that much money on eBay? I just thought ebay charges lots of fees....? There are a few sellers I notice always get the new stuff before anyone else & have an ebay store set up but they sure have to put alot of money out to get the LV LE products. And with the way the prices keep climbing up & up on our beloved LV-retail will be hard enough to pay let alone an ebay mark up.

kittyluv23 · Jul 17th, 2007, 02:43 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by *GINGER*

That's what I was saying. Just wondering how many Pfers - who are running a biz on eBay- has purchased that many LV items (particularly the LEs) that they've achieved VIC status

I just know of someone who is a Chanel VIC and a full-time eBay seller at the same time.

Oh-that's kind of a bummer in a way if they are PFer's cuz we get all the good info on whats coming so early. And even then, some of us have missed out on some neat LE stuff. I guess I thought most of us PFers were in it for the love of LV.....But I can understand selling something if after you bought it you didn't really love it.

Lvbabydoll · Jul 17th, 2007, 03:18 AM

I am BUT, I never sell anything. As a matter of fact, I know the stores know about the quick turnover of their LE pieces so when my SA works hard to get me something (i.e. Miroir Speedys), I make sure I use them frequently when I go into the store.

Meeju · Jul 17th, 2007, 04:29 AM

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Kitty, I'm so sorry...

I'm not VIC and rarely sell my LV on eBay...

TFFC · Jul 17th, 2007, 07:01 AM

Ginger, somehow I don't think there are going to be many (if any) tPfers who will admit to getting LE bags just to sell them. I can understand if someone sells their bag on eBay after changing their mind, difficult circumstances etc. But it's obvious when sellers consistently profit on bags. Someone has listed a gold MIroir Lockit for AU$3200+ that's showing up on Aust ebay; it'll be interesting to see if anyone buys it!

PS. and all the best to you Kitty

*GINGER* · Jul 17th, 2007, 11:49 AM

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Originally Posted by TFFC

Ginger, somehow I don't think there are going to be many (if any) tPfers who will admit to getting LE bags just to sell them. I can understand if someone sells their bag on eBay after changing their mind, difficult circumstances etc. But it's obvious when sellers consistently profit on bags. Someone has listed a gold MIroir Lockit for AU$3200+ that's showing up on Aust ebay; it'll be interesting to see if anyone buys it!

PS. and all the best to you Kitty

I am not surprised at all anymore even though I haven't visited eBay Australia for a long while, way too many counterfeits listed on it.
Well, Australia just received the lockits last week I think.

twinkle.tink · Jul 17th, 2007, 12:08 PM

Kitty, sorry about your loss.

I am VIC and while I don't purchase for a profit (buy with the intent to sell), I have changed my mind, or grown tired of things and have sold them. I usually sell them at what ever the going rate is, if a make a little great...if I lose a little no big deal.

*GINGER* · Jul 17th, 2007, 12:20 PM

Hey TFFC, that lockit is located in Germany btw.

Jul 15th, 2007, 09:31 AM	#1
GINGER Member	"EBAY SELLERS R VICs??" ^NEED THOUGHTS HERE^ Don't know if this issue has been raised ever, but... Browsing through eBay makes me think about this issue alll the time, even more time now since I am confined within my 4 walls for a while. Like the release of the miroir lockits, eBay is floooooded with like 33 of them as I am typing away ??!! Most of them would be VICs. I am a VIC but sorry I don't purchase to profit; rather I am a collector. All VICs out there, what are you? __________________ "We always hold hands. If I let go, he shops."

Jul 15th, 2007, 10:57 AM	#2
kittyluv23 Member Location: CA	Re: "EBAY SELLERS R VICs??" ^NEED THOUGHTS HERE^ This topic did come up recently especially because of the scarcity of the Mirror Lockit in the actual LV stores. Alot of people who wanted them didn't get them and now are forced to use eBay. The good news is that some of the bags seem to be selling very close to retail. (US retail for the bag + tax is about $1778) However, once the selection on ebay dwindles down the prices will really go up. I'm sure most of us TPF members aren't in it for the profit/money, we just love the bags. If one of the TPF members decides to sell their bags, I don't want to judge them-they might have a good reason like they need the money. I have never sold any of my LV on ebay but I had to let some LV pieces go this year after my dad died & I lost my job. It made me sad but I needed the money for me & my mom. I have seen a few sellers on ebay that must be VIC because they get all the new items and mark them up but how much profit do you thik they actually make after paying ebay and paypal fees? Doesn't ebay take a good chunk? __________________ 2008 Wishlist Amarante or Pomme Alma Bronze XS Palermo Rubis Bucket Blue Denim Cabby

Jul 15th, 2007, 11:31 AM	#4
kittyluv23 Member Location: CA	Re: "EBAY SELLERS R VICs??" ^NEED THOUGHTS HERE^ Thanks Ginger, you're sweet. Because of everything I went through this year, I really try to see or look for the positive side of things and I truly believe in karma. I don't want to judge others especially because it's hard to know the whole story all of the time. So when I see some of the eBay sellers with hard to find items I couldn't get, I just try not to think bad thoughts. __________________ 2008 Wishlist Amarante or Pomme Alma Bronze XS Palermo Rubis Bucket Blue Denim Cabby

Jul 15th, 2007, 01:42 PM	#5
Mounia Member	Re: "EBAY SELLERS R VICs??" ^NEED THOUGHTS HERE^ They use the word VIC to reflect the fact that the item is hard to get. It's always been like that on eBay with all the limited editions (not only handbags - iphone - PS3...). You said you don't purchase for profit maybe because eBay is not your principal job, eBay sellers have to get a profit from what they sell. eBay is a hobby for me I mostly sell thing that I don't use anymore. If it would be my job I wouldn't work for free so the profit is understandable. Kittyluv23 sorry for your Dad. __________________

Jul 16th, 2007, 08:25 AM	#6
GINGER Member	Re: "EBAY SELLERS R VICs??" ^NEED THOUGHTS HERE^ That's what I was saying. Just wondering how many Pfers - who are running a biz on eBay- has purchased that many LV items (particularly the LEs) that they've achieved VIC status I just know of someone who is a Chanel VIC and a full-time eBay seller at the same time. __________________ "We always hold hands. If I let go, he shops."

Jul 16th, 2007, 09:58 AM	#7
Shopalicious Member Location: Hong Kong	Re: "EBAY SELLERS R VICs??" ^NEED THOUGHTS HERE^ Kitty I am so sorry for your lost .

Jul 17th, 2007, 02:38 AM	#8
kittyluv23 Member Location: CA	Re: "EBAY SELLERS R VICs??" ^NEED THOUGHTS HERE^ Thanks guys about my dad-he's my guardian angel now. But about the VIC's buying up all and selling all the LE stuff-do you think they really make that much money on eBay? I just thought ebay charges lots of fees....? There are a few sellers I notice always get the new stuff before anyone else & have an ebay store set up but they sure have to put alot of money out to get the LV LE products. And with the way the prices keep climbing up & up on our beloved LV-retail will be hard enough to pay let alone an ebay mark up. __________________ 2008 Wishlist Amarante or Pomme Alma Bronze XS Palermo Rubis Bucket Blue Denim Cabby

Jul 17th, 2007, 03:18 AM	#10
Lvbabydoll ♥'s Cupcakes Location: California	Re: "EBAY SELLERS R VICs??" ^NEED THOUGHTS HERE^ I am BUT, I never sell anything. As a matter of fact, I know the stores know about the quick turnover of their LE pieces so when my SA works hard to get me something (i.e. Miroir Speedys), I make sure I use them frequently when I go into the store. __________________ My Collection!(slideshows on p. 95). My other addiction-Juicy Couture charms! (posts 1779, 1780) Please visit my Etsy site, www.RitzeeRebel.etsy.com (or here for more pics) for my felt pins!

Jul 17th, 2007, 04:29 AM	#11
Meeju :: Panty & Pidtu :: Location: ::...Fall is coming (right here, right now)...::	Re: "EBAY SELLERS R VICs??" ^NEED THOUGHTS HERE^ ^ ^ Kitty, I'm so sorry... I'm not VIC and rarely sell my LV on eBay... __________________ Seriously on purses (& heels) until DEC 2008 !!! Ps. in need of a new Chanel bag....NOW.

Jul 17th, 2007, 07:01 AM	#12
TFFC Member Location: Australia	Re: "EBAY SELLERS R VICs??" ^NEED THOUGHTS HERE^ Ginger, somehow I don't think there are going to be many (if any) tPfers who will admit to getting LE bags just to sell them. I can understand if someone sells their bag on eBay after changing their mind, difficult circumstances etc. But it's obvious when sellers consistently profit on bags. Someone has listed a gold MIroir Lockit for AU$3200+ that's showing up on Aust ebay; it'll be interesting to see if anyone buys it! PS. and all the best to you Kitty __________________ Happily Engaged! 5 April 2008 http://forum.purseblog.com/louis-vuitton/a-louis-vuitton-engagement-275338.html

Jul 17th, 2007, 12:08 PM	#14
twinkle.tink Pixie Duster Location: Just call me Tink ;)	Re: "EBAY SELLERS R VICs??" ^NEED THOUGHTS HERE^ Kitty, sorry about your loss. I am VIC and while I don't purchase for a profit (buy with the intent to sell), I have changed my mind, or grown tired of things and have sold them. I usually sell them at what ever the going rate is, if a make a little great...if I lose a little no big deal. __________________

Jul 17th, 2007, 12:20 PM	#15
GINGER Member	Re: "EBAY SELLERS R VICs??" ^NEED THOUGHTS HERE^ Hey TFFC, that lockit is located in Germany btw. __________________ "We always hold hands. If I let go, he shops."