Can't get information from seller about item.

[candystang]

Hi I have sent several messages to seller about item I would like to buy. They have buy it now price and sounds fair. They will not message me back. I just feel a little apprehensive about buying without some questions answered. Please anybody have any advice.  Thanksd

[18704d · Accepted solution]

What item was it?

and What questions did you ask?

It makes a difference

Thanks

Lynn

[candystang]

Hi its a vintage gipson guitar 1973 sg model. It has pictures but I had questions about condition. The item is still for sale. Add stated that it was all original but pictures tell a different story. I just wish they would write me back. Item has a buy it now price.   thanks

[c*me*4*lefton*info]

I would not do business with an unresponsive seller if I asked questions and they went unanswered.

[argon38]

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@candystang wrote:

Add stated that it was all original but pictures tell a different story.

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That should be of greater concern than the failure to reply. What's their seller feedback like?

[candystang]

there feedback looks good as a buyer. Doesn't look like they have sold many items. Never a guitar that I can tell.   thanks again for all the info

[argon38]

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@candystang wrote:

there feedback looks good as a buyer. Doesn't look like they have sold many items.

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Good buyer feedback means nothing: anyone can build up a positive buyer history by making lots of low-value purchases. Personally, I would hesitate to purchase a high-value item from someone who doesn't have a good track record of sales, particularly when there's a problem with the description and they ignore reasonable enquiries. Having said that, you would be covered by eBay and PayPal protection so you ought to be safe enough if you choose to proceed. It's your decision to make, but I think you're right to be cautious.

[18704d]

I did an eBay search for: 1973 Gibson Guitar SG

Besides a dozen listings of sellers parting one out...

I only saw one listing.  (after filtering for US Only)

If it's the one that says he's selling because he's a Les Paul guy

and shipping may cost more than what's listed ...

I'd wait.

I'm not sure .

Did someone get in the 'guts' and redo some of the pickups or wiring?

etc?

Lynn

[mountaingigi]

You have to wonder why the listing states "Feel free to ask any questions.". I really hate when sellers aren't willing to reply to valid questions, especially with high-ticket items.

I've seen listings I've asked about go nowhere. You'd think they'd want the sale.

[sonomabarn67]

An authentic 73 SG is a chunk of change; if seller is afraid to answer questions, something is up and I would run. If real, I wonder if it's my old SG? Get the old band back together? Still time for a hit.

[mountaingigi]

Agree ... I wouldn't buy it. I have a 1963 Martin New Yorker - I'll play rhythm, but not very loudly. 🙂

[candystang]

Hey that is it! I appreciate all of the input. I also thought the shipping was a little strange as well. Ship to me showed only 18.45. As you said it has shipping could be more. It just doesn't add up and still no answer from seller.  thanks again    

[candystang]

thanks again for the input.  Still no answer from my messages.

[figtree3]

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@candystang wrote:

thanks again for the input.  Still no answer from my messages.

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I'm always careful about who I buy from through eBay. Lack of answer to my questions would be a danger sign and a turn off for me. I'm very picky about that, though. I've only had one negative experience since I started using that as a criterion. I also carefully scrutinize their feedback. Sometimes you have to read between the lines even if they have no negatives. (And I didn't try to find the guitar listing you are referring to.)

[figtree3]

Okay, I did just find the listing. This person has far too few feedbacks as a seller for me to even consider spending much money with them. Also, all of the feedbacks as a seller are from more than a year ago. Given that, and other questions about the listing, I'd be very cautious.