listing item that ships in multiple boxes

[wa4zlw]

i have an item that is large and heavy and takes two boxes to ship. How do I list this and ship it?

Thanks

[comics-scifi-collectibles]

@wa4zlw   

You can only enter the size and weight of one package in the calculated shipping section.

This is what I do when a listing needs 2 boxes. ( if you need more boxes then you just have to decide how you want to divide the shipping cost)

Weigh and measure both boxes and look up the shipping price to the state farthest from you using this shipping calculator:
https://www.ebay.com/shp/Calculator ( change to package rate)

Add the shipping cost for the least expensive box to the item price.

Then use buyer pays> calculated shipping for the second box in this section of the quick listing tool:
i.ebayimg.com/images/g/8bwAAOSwI7Bivg9n/s-l1600.jpg

When you print the shipping labels select Print Another label from the drop down menu next to the item. Your sold listing will then have two tracking numbers. Let the buyer know you are shipping in two boxes that may not arrive the same day.

Or if you are using the Advanced listing tool then these are the steps. (it will have the option to add a video in the photo section):

Go to the shipping section.

Select standard shipping small to medium sized items from the first drop down box.
Next enter your package weight and size.

Under Domestic Shipping select Calculated from the drop menu.
Click on the Plus to enter your shipping service.

You can add a handling cost if you wish, for example you are shipping an item that is breakable and need to pay for bubble wrap, you can add the cost here or include it in the item price.

[wa4zlw]

Thanks I'll give it a shot.

[comics-scifi-collectibles]

@wa4zlw. Let me know if you have any questions.    

[house*of*paws]

Hi @wa4zlw 

You might also consider listing the item as ‘Local Pickup Only’ … and see if you get any bites.  [That would avoid your having to pay return shipping if the buyer claims the item arrived ‘not as described’ in some way.]

[wa4zlw]

I've already been doing the LOCAL no takers

thanks

[comics-scifi-collectibles]

@wa4zlw  I also wanted to add DON'T use Fed Ex.  They are known for adding surcharges and billing you later.  The price might LOOK like less now but you will pay for it later.  

If it can't ship via USPS then I'd try UPS on Pirateship.com as they help with surcharge disputes and insurance claims if needed.  

[wa4zlw]

no i would not use FedEx....USPS or UPS here.

thanks leon