eBay scam?

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Pierre1333

·Apr 14, 2021

In my overzealousness to buy this watch I wonder if I am being scammed. I hadn't been looking at watches for a while and when I saw this I immediately offered 1000dollars. After a short period of time I said what the hell and clicked on the buy it now button for the rather weird full amount which you can see in the picture. At the same time I got a 'offer declined' message concerning the 1000dollar offer, which somehow made me think this seller is legit (how foolish). I want that watch but I have a strange feeling about this purchase. I don't like being ripped off.

 

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MikeMan2727

·Apr 14, 2021

What exactly is the scam?

Ebay automatically cancels any offers once an item is purchased BIN...that includes offers which may be yours.

 

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TexOmega

·Apr 14, 2021

There's a lesson here somewhere......maybe two or three......

 

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Pierre1333

·Apr 14, 2021

TexOmega

There's a lesson here somewhere......maybe two or three......

Indeed, I don't feel comfortable about this purchase. It's a lot of money to me too. Nice watch but I don't trust it for some reason. Maybe I'm wrong but my gut tells me not to carry out this deal.

 

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DaveK

·Apr 14, 2021

So you put in a $1k offer, it was rejected, and without you bidding, you suddenly “won” it for $1177?

 

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Scarecrow Boat

·Apr 14, 2021

DaveK

So you put in a $1k offer, it was rejected, and without you bidding, you suddenly “won” it for $1177?

That’s because

Pierre1333

After a short period of time I said what the hell and clicked on the buy it now button

Him clicking the buy it now negated/cancelled his own offer.

 

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Pierre1333

·Apr 14, 2021

DaveK

So you put in a $1k offer, it was rejected, and without you bidding, you suddenly “won” it for $1177?

No I hit the buy it now button. 1177,and 44 cents don't forget. I might be paranoid but I just don't trust it.

 

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Scarecrow Boat

·Apr 14, 2021

Pierre1333

No I hit the buy it now button. 1177,and 44 cents don't forget. I might be paranoid but I just don't trust it.

You are in the US correct? In addition to the currency conversion rate, I bet if you go to your shopping cart, you’ll see that taxes are applied. I don’t follow why you think you’re being ripped off.

 

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Pierre1333

·Apr 14, 2021

Scarecrow Boat

You are in the US correct? Conversion rate aside, I bet if you go to your shopping cart, you’ll see that taxes are applied.

No I'm in Belgium. The price with import tax was 1582dollars. His price was US asking price

 

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Scarecrow Boat

·Apr 14, 2021

Pierre1333

His price was US asking price

Unfortunately, because the seller is based in the US, you still have to pay taxes (on top of your import tax) on the item in accordance with their state taxes. You can find the info at this link under “overview”

 

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kingsrider

·Apr 14, 2021

Contact the seller. Communicate your hesitancy. This will at least establish a communication record in the event it is scam. Then you will have no problem getting your money returned,

 

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Dan S

·Apr 14, 2021

Based only on what the OP has shown in this thread, I don't see any particular reason for concern.

 

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Pierre1333

·Apr 14, 2021

I have contacted him. No reply. Like I said I don't like the situation. I could be wrong but without communication we drop to the level of dumb beasts.

 

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Dogmann

·Apr 14, 2021

@Pierre1333

You do realise that depending where in the USA he is he can be between 5 and 10 hours behind your time? Other than buyers remorse I'm having a hard time seeing just what your issue is. You need to remember clicking to buy now commits you to a contract you can make your choice at leisure but once done you don't get the option to back out without any consequences. Not forgetting that if there is actually a problem with the watch on delivery or non delivery you still have buyer protection in place.

Marc

 

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gatorcpa

·Apr 14, 2021·ΩF InvestiGator

Scarecrow Boat

Unfortunately, because the seller is based in the US, you still have to pay taxes (on top of your import tax) on the item in accordance with their state taxes.

I don’t agree with the above.

eBay is required to collect US sales tax only applies when the item is shipped within the US to a state that requires eBay to collect the tax (all states with a sales tax, except MO and FL). Shipments outside the US should not be subject to sales tax, but will be subject to customs, GST and/or VAT in the country where delivery occurs.

If you are being charged US sales tax, then you need to take that up with eBay.
gatorcpa

 

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Pierre1333

·Apr 14, 2021

For some strange reason I'm having trouble topping up my PayPal account via direct deposit. After long conversations with bankclerks they say that a possibility is that I am being prevented to make this purchase. I'm still waiting for the reply from my bank concerning my 'bankcontact' blockage, and the seller. Like I said: I want the watch but things are a bit awkward for me now.

 

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TexOmega

·Apr 14, 2021

And I am more than a bit befuddled.

 

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Pierre1333

·Apr 14, 2021

TexOmega

And I am more than a bit befuddled.

I wouldn't of thought that this watch would be a scam but hey ( what does a gay horse eat?

 

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Ralvari

·Apr 14, 2021

Very easy. Press the button "Contact the seller" and explain your doubts. Also request a new photo with your name written aside. You will have better and more elements to evaluate if there is a scam or not.

 

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Archer

·Apr 14, 2021·Omega Qualified Watchmaker

This just seems like buyer's remorse to me...