How much should you expect to pay for second hand...

Juicy

Juicy

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Feb 26, 2006
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#1
Silverado's & Paddingtons?

I'm looking at both on eBay and was wondering what is acceptable and what is a rip off!

There is a beautiful Python listed on eBay by a very reputable seller and tPFer but I'm not sure if £695 is too much or an acceptable asking price?

This is my first Chloe - i'm more knowledgeable about Balenciaga so i would appreciate some help.

Thanks you!! :P
 
#2
It's hard to judge the value of a second hand bag, as there are so many factors to take into account.

It might be a rare colour or style, it might be in mint condition, or it could be in a really poor condition and need a lot of work done.:shrugs:

Your best idea I think would be to search the completed listings on ebay - this will let you see what the bags sell for and hopefully give you an idea of what you'd have to spend to get the bag you want. I think right now it's a buyer's market, so it's working in your favour :heart:
 
#3
Juicy - TBH its really not possible for girls to estimate a bags worth. That is something which you - as a potential buyer - need to do. You need to set yourself a budget - one which you are happy with - then stick to that. There isn't any sense in your spending over budget, as you will then think - oh - I might have got this cheaper, did I pay too much? I think check completed listings on EBay - but bear in mind that a high percentage of both Paddys and Silverados are unfortunately fake. I know you've certainly seen that with Silverados over the past day.

You mention a Python listed on EBay - and yes the seller is a tPFer - and IMO its not appropriate to discuss her or her pricing - as its of course entirely possible for her to view. The only thing I can say is that the girl in question is a highly respected seller and authenticity would never be an issue.
 
#4
My apologies Lesley, i just wanted a rough estimate. I am aware the seller is reputable as i have purchased from her in the past. All i wanted to know is would other Chloe lovers pay that much? If people are uncomfortable discussing this then feel free to PM me - i am no way wishing to start a slanging match over pricing. I just needed some guidance as i know what is reasonable when it comes to discontinued B'bags.

I have looked at the completed listings on eBay but there are very few Silverado's and the ones that there are, are fake!

If i could perhaps pitch the question in a different way.. do you think the Silverado's and Paddington's will hold their value, increase or decrease in value? As i know some Balenciaga colourways are holding their value very well due to the popularity and rarity!

If this is still inappropriate please close this thread.
 
#5
Juicy said:
Silverado's & Paddingtons?

I'm looking at both on eBay and was wondering what is acceptable and what is a rip off!

There is a beautiful Python listed on eBay by a very reputable seller and tPFer but I'm not sure if £695 is too much or an acceptable asking price?

This is my first Chloe - i'm more knowledgeable about Balenciaga so i would appreciate some help.

Thanks you!! :P
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I got my python choco silverado for around 500 euros last November... I suppose Tedstar's silverado is in mint condition, as all her bags are...
 
#6
you have to expect to pay more for a python bag than normal leather... I would think that prices would vary a lot between the variations of silverados and paddingtons too, as well as how used they are etc.

If you are wanting to get one off ebay I would suggest watching something very similar to what you are intending to purchase, and seeing around how much it sells for - to give you an idea....
 
#7
Juicy said:
My apologies Lesley, i just wanted a rough estimate. I am aware the seller is reputable as i have purchased from her in the past. All i wanted to know is would other Chloe lovers pay that much? If people are uncomfortable discussing this then feel free to PM me - i am no way wishing to start a slanging match over pricing. I just needed some guidance as i know what is reasonable when it comes to discontinued B'bags.

I have looked at the completed listings on eBay but there are very few Silverado's and the ones that there are, are fake!

If i could perhaps pitch the question in a different way.. do you think the Silverado's and Paddington's will hold their value, increase or decrease in value? As i know some Balenciaga colourways are holding their value very well due to the popularity and rarity!

If this is still inappropriate please close this thread.
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No one suggested you were starting 'slanging match' over pricing, but its important that we respect other members and their sales.

As for price - its always subjective. For me - if I wanted a Python Silverado - then I'd happily pay the price on the listing you refer to - as the bag is unquestionably authentic and will be in pristine condition.

It is possible to buy for less - but again it is dependent on the bag, who is looking at the time, and how the bidding goes. Remember - its not uncommon for 'shill bidding'.

The same goes for paddingtons - you can be lucky and get an authentic paddy for £250 or you may have to pay £500 - it again depends on the bag,and who is bidding.

As for holding their value. IMO - Chloe do not hold their value as well as the discontinued and rarer Balenciaga bags. Balenciaga definitely do hold price better IMO. I have three discontinued and rare Balenciaga bags - 04 Eggplant Twiggy, 04 Eggplant WE and 05 Bubblegum Pink First. In terms of their value - they would - at this point in time fetch much more than a Chloe of that era would, and considerably more than their original retail price.

I think, when buying, you must always be happy paying the price - if not - then walk away.

Right now - with the current economic climate - you may find that bags become slightly cheaper to buy - and you may well find something which you love at a great price. Its a case of being patient - which isn't easy when you desperately want something.

Hopefully the above helps - I'm happy to leave the Thread open - providing we don't discuss sellers and their specific prices in overly much detail.

HTH
 
#9
i think you can be lucky and get one of you most wanted bags quite cheap if your patient! i have done this a few times!
set you self a limit and stick to it thats what i do! pick what colour style you want and stick to it!
the python bags vary in price a lot! you can get on for £200+, i recommend you search through ebay and also try bonanzle.com, be patient and im sure you will get the bag of your dreams!
 
#13
Me too - it took about four months of constant and i mean constant, really obsessive searching to find my first and, well, i just haven't stopped! You think you miss a bag or you get outbid and then a couple of weeks later another one pops up in even better condition for a better price! It's all about keeping your eye out and good old lady luck!
 
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