Do you only expect PERFECT working condition when buying used & older?

[sakic92710]

When selling items that are in working order but, are about 40, 50, 60 years ago, do you think buyers expect perfect working condition?  If it works & is used, shouldn't it be common knowledge not to expect, at least, a minor flaw?  I am not dealing with any problems right now but, just curious for any future sales.    Good luck to all.   🙂

[castlemagicmemories]

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@kim_y_buran wrote:

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@castlemagicmemories wrote:

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@kim_y_buran wrote:

It depends on the price, don't you think?  If the item is beat up and not fully working or you lack the ability to make sure that it is operational it should not be described as "mint" and priced as such.

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I've seen items labeled as "mint" that look like they were in a tug of war with a dog, and the dog won.

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I've seen items described as rare, when in fact they were manufactured for decades and are the most produced in their category.

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I recently saw a listing like that and there were at least ten other listings.  I really think that destroys that seller's credibility.

[castlemagicmemories]

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@lewisburggold wrote:

No we do not expect to be perfect when buying older items.  There is always going to be some kind of flaw when dealing with older stuff.  But there is a lot of people that do expect to be perfect condition.  Best regards

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I buy and have always bought with tolerance, knowing that things may be missed, and I decide to live with things, but that does not make them any less SNAD.  However, when the difference between the listing and the item is flagrantly wrong, then a case usually has to be opened as the seller may not want a return, whether they take returns or not, in spite of the fact it is a legitimate SNAD.

[miketuch11]

I've had one problem in 20 years - I didn't see a crease in a postcard I sold and refunded the man's money.

When I first started, I was told, describe it as if you had no pictures, and take pictures as if there were no description. Good rule.

[nc-daydreamer]

There is a difference in good working order and good looks. 

If an item should be functioning - then the ad should state this - be a camera, a sewing machine, a waffle maker, an iron, a radio - whatever.  Then yes, I expect it to work, safely and efficiently.

But that does not mean that I won't accept a few cosmetic flaws if noted in the ad. IE - this item works as intended when on the store shelf, however, there are notable scratches and fading/dulliing of the outside finish caused by age and use. If I purchase it, knowing this, then I have accepted these flaws before I buy it.

But I don't expect it to be dirty. No left over food, or years of dust on it.

[castlemagicmemories]

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@castlemagicmemories wrote:

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@treasure.hunter.d wrote:

I think buyers expect to get exactly what was described. That includes a quite reasonable expectation that anything you are aware of should be plainly and accurately described in the listing. I see way too many people who do the "Items we sell are used so expect some blah blah blah"...Not acceptable in my opinion. You sell used then take the time to carefylly examine the item, test it, whatever is required so that when you list it you can feel comfortable that the buyer is not going to be surprised by anything.

Cheers

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There are some sellers who think the less you put in the description the better.

How about those who simply say, see pictures?  SNADs just waiting to happen.

Expect some is not adequate~if there is "some", then that needs to be spelled out in the description.  I agree with you, carefully examine, etc, and the craft the listing so there are no surprises post delivery.

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I've also seen listings that say, there MAY be (whatever).  If there MAY be, why are you not sure?  And if there IS, it needs to be in the description and pictures.

Back button.

[castlemagicmemories]

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@miketuch11 wrote:

I've had one problem in 20 years - I didn't see a crease in a postcard I sold and refunded the man's money.

When I first started, I was told, describe it as if you had no pictures, and take pictures as if there were no description. Good rule.

Absolutely agree.  Wish everyone thought like this.

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[castlemagicmemories]

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@nc-daydreamer wrote:

There is a difference in good working order and good looks. 

If an item should be functioning - then the ad should state this - be a camera, a sewing machine, a waffle maker, an iron, a radio - whatever.  Then yes, I expect it to work, safely and efficiently.

But that does not mean that I won't accept a few cosmetic flaws if noted in the ad. IE - this item works as intended when on the store shelf, however, there are notable scratches and fading/dulliing of the outside finish caused by age and use. If I purchase it, knowing this, then I have accepted these flaws before I buy it.

But I don't expect it to be dirty. No left over food, or years of dust on it.

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But many simply state, I will leave cleaning to the new owner.  Gee, thanks!

Granted, these are not appliances, but I would not be surprised.

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[castlemagicmemories]

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@miketuch11 wrote:

I've had one problem in 20 years - I didn't see a crease in a postcard I sold and refunded the man's money.

When I first started, I was told, describe it as if you had no pictures, and take pictures as if there were no description. Good rule.

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Congratulations on your almost flawless record and thank you so much for posting this as it lends credibility to other sellers who have said they have no problems in 20 years.  It IS possible.  

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[kim_y_buran]

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@castlemagicmemories wrote:

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@kim_y_buran wrote:

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@castlemagicmemories wrote:

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@kim_y_buran wrote:

It depends on the price, don't you think?  If the item is beat up and not fully working or you lack the ability to make sure that it is operational it should not be described as "mint" and priced as such.

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I've seen items labeled as "mint" that look like they were in a tug of war with a dog, and the dog won.

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I've seen items described as rare, when in fact they were manufactured for decades and are the most produced in their category.

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I recently saw a listing like that and there were at least ten other listings.  I really think that destroys that seller's credibility.

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This particular item was produced in millions, and is sold daily by dozens.  Rare, my @**.   Some people have no shame.

[castlemagicmemories]

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@kim_y_buran wrote:

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@castlemagicmemories wrote:

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@kim_y_buran wrote:

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@castlemagicmemories wrote:

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@kim_y_buran wrote:

It depends on the price, don't you think?  If the item is beat up and not fully working or you lack the ability to make sure that it is operational it should not be described as "mint" and priced as such.

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I've seen items labeled as "mint" that look like they were in a tug of war with a dog, and the dog won.

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I've seen items described as rare, when in fact they were manufactured for decades and are the most produced in their category.

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I recently saw a listing like that and there were at least ten other listings.  I really think that destroys that seller's credibility.

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This particular item was produced in millions, and is sold daily by dozens.  Rare, my @**.   Some people have no shame.

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Yes, it happens.  Some think others are stupid, apparently.

[oksana1975]

Disclose the FULL condition of the ITEM and buyer will make inform decision to get it or not. Personally sold Laptop for parts with full description of the problem.

[coolections]

Your Penguins patch is dirty and worn out but you say items a NRMT.  The age really doesn't matter, it is how you say it in the listing. Describe "exactly" the condition all flaws.

[byrd69er]

When selling items that are in working order but, are about 40, 50, 60 years ago, do you think buyers expect perfect working condition?

If they are expecting perfect working condition, they are shopping in the wrong category of their product interest. They should not be looking at used items.