Anyone Ever Buy and/or Sell on Tradesy?

[BeenBurned]

No that's fine. Criticise away by all means! However, post #1 in the linked thread doesn't specify what should be photographed?
So... what should be photographed? Ah... it's all in post #2!!

Preloved only allows 3 photos.

Does it help to publish emails (there are loads pre-purchase) from Chanel NBS, such as...

Here's my take:
1. No, letters from Chanel wouldn't be helpful because as with receipts, paperwork, props, etc., they can be faked or they can be in reference to a different item.
2. If Preloved only allows 3 photos and if they don't let you put in a link to an outside photohosting site (Photobucket or the like), then find another site to sell on. To sell on a site that doesn't give you the ability to show enough information to prove authenticity is (IMO), inviting trouble.
3. Find another site to sell on where they allow up to 12 (or more) pictures.
4. Posting your pictures here seems to imply promoting them and isn't allowed. (I'd only commented and offered advice because you'd originally posted the link to the listing (also not allowed) and I saw the pictures, or rather, lack thereof.

 

[DavidCatrinaUK]

Thanks again. I'll do as you say and try to find another site. I've also emailed Tradesy to see if UK sellers can use their service and to whom the bag would be shipped, them or the buyer, as this seems unclear?

 

[ThisVNchick]

Thanks again. I'll do as you say and try to find another site. I've also emailed Tradesy to see if UK sellers can use their service and to whom the bag would be shipped, them or the buyer, as this seems unclear?

Tradesy's current platform does not support international sellers, only international buyers.

eBay is still your best bet for maximum exposure. I think others on here also have said VC is a good site to sell on.

I do want to add that bags are not an investment and do not retain their paid value, let alone an increased value. Even classic flaps do not fetch for their full retail price once you take them out of the boutique, even after the price increases done at Chanel. The only exceptions that I know of is the 2015 So Black lambskin jumbo or the 2016 Rainbow HW Le Boy. I would do some research on the bag you're planning to sell (check sold listings to see what they've been selling for). You'd be surprised...Chanel or not, bags are just like most cars, rarely do they hold their value well.

 

[alwayscoffee89]

I still can't fathom people's inability to take a decent picture of their purse they are trying to sell. I see this all the time all over Tradesy. Pictures are lopsided, their dark, their blurry, they are cut off, they sometimes even have a picture of someone in the background picking their nose. It should be a prerequisite, do you really think you are going to sell that purse that you put NO effort into listing? It's stupid.

 

[whateve]

I still can't fathom people's inability to take a decent picture of their purse they are trying to sell. I see this all the time all over Tradesy. Pictures are lopsided, their dark, their blurry, they are cut off, they sometimes even have a picture of someone in the background picking their nose. It should be a prerequisite, do you really think you are going to sell that purse that you put NO effort into listing? It's stupid.

Once there was a woman on ebay who took pictures in her kitchen. In the background were her dirty dishes and piles of other things. Another time, someone took a picture in a bedroom and there were 2 people in the bed.

 

[whateve]

I just got an offer of $50 for a $100 item. I offered her $80. She came back with $60.

 

[alwayscoffee89]

Once there was a woman on ebay who took pictures in her kitchen. In the background were her dirty dishes and piles of other things. Another time, someone took a picture in a bedroom and there were 2 people in the bed.

Yikes. Or when some people take a picture of their purse outside, on the rocks/gravel/dirt. Just weird.

 

[alwayscoffee89]

I just got an offer of $50 for a $100 item. I offered her $80. She came back with $60.

Say $79. ha.

 

[bernz84]

Hahahaha, dirty rooms/backgrounds, uneven photographs, and people in the background astound me and will also make me close out of the listing. However, I will say (and I have said this countless times on other threads and maybe even here, too), nothing turns me off more than seeing someone model a bag and I see their armpit. I don't know why, especially since the bag is used anyway, but it just hangs me up.

If you are going to model a bag, please put on a long sleeved shirt. Or wear the bag on the crook of your arm.

 

[alwayscoffee89]

Hahahaha, dirty rooms/backgrounds, uneven photographs, and people in the background astound me and will also make me close out of the listing. However, I will say (and I have said this countless times on other threads and maybe even here, too), nothing turns me off more than seeing someone model a bag and I see their armpit. I don't know why, especially since the bag is used anyway, but it just hangs me up.

If you are going to model a bag, please put on a long sleeved shirt. Or wear the bag on the crook of your arm.

haha TOTALLY!! Yuck, or when they have dirty fingernails!!!

 

[BeenBurned]

Once there was a woman on ebay who took pictures in her kitchen. In the background were her dirty dishes and piles of other things. Another time, someone took a picture in a bedroom and there were 2 people in the bed.

And there's the well-known ebay listing where someone was selling their dining room table. On the wall beyond the table was a mirror that reflected the NAKED guy taking the photo! Or how about the one with the girl trying to sell her prom dress?

 

[ironic568]

And there's the well-known ebay listing where someone was selling their dining room table. On the wall beyond the table was a mirror that reflected the NAKED guy taking the photo! Or how about the one with the girl trying to sell her prom dress?

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Wha......what???

 

[luv2run41]

No that's fine. Criticise away by all means! However, post #1 in the linked thread doesn't specify what should be photographed?
So... what should be photographed? Ah... it's all in post #2!!

Preloved only allows 3 photos.

Does it help to publish emails (there are loads pre-purchase) from Chanel NBS, such as...

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My recommendation is to also get a written certificate of authenticity from a chanel expert authenticator ex. etinceler authenticators. They are top notch. I would photograph the complete serial number (as mentioned) very clear photos of all engraving example front and back of zipper pulls, the chanel patch every part of the bag, front/back/top/bottom/ corners and interior even the strap/chain of the bag. Then for added security write the date and perhaps your user id on a small card with photos to prove you are in possession of the bag. Nothing is foolproof against scammers but anything you can do yo reduce risk is worth it. Also describe all flaws you see and get a second person to loon the bag over to identify flaws as well.

I would never sell anything on a site that the max photos is 3. I have taken an average of 30+ for all high end items. I will make a photobucket album (if sold on Tradesy) put photos in description (if sold on ebay).

I must also add no matter what you do there will always be risks. Ex. I did all that and more and sent the buyer many more photos and she opened a claim against me because the inside top lining was a bit creased(norma for a bag that unzips to expand). I was stunned. In the end she wanted a partial refund which sadly seems to be many that will find anything to get 100.00 back. Just be careful

 

[domifreaka]

I've learned my lesson! I'm going to start having everything authenticated because apparently tags and authentication card are not good enough. I am going through this right now actually with a buyer. Still waiting for her to return it to Tradesy!! ugh

exactly, I mean even if you get it authenticated the buyers who are skeptical will probably still think its a scam!

 

[domifreaka]

I would not want to sell to a double-minded buyer with authenticity concerns. I had an experience with one. I jumped through hoops to prove my bag was authentic, and the buyer kept on flipping on believing me or not. Eventually she said she believed me, but then I was too scared to sell to her. I politely canceled the deal because I saw the potential for nitpicking or fretting by the buyer which would cause me so much pain and a bad transaction. The buyer did not understand why I canceled, and I felt uncomfortable to tell her why. I had to save myself from the negative situation.

yes yes yes! that's actually my new rule...too much back and forth and too many questions always means a return down the line. I actually recently just stopped responding to someone after the 2nd "what if I get it and its fake".