[Richard8971]

Originally Posted by joe231

It is my understanding that it is against the rules to sell something listed in a classified ad through pm..... correct me if I'm wrong and please quote the rules if possible

you can't police the PM's can you?

Hmm... The rules only applies to PM sales in classified ads only huh? But somehow it would be OK outside the classified area??? I would suspect that sence the only place you can sell items is IN the classified area, I would say that PM sales are a no-no period. (Thats why the rules say that ALL information has to be placed within the thread itself.) If ONCE you have agreeded to buy an item via posts, THEN you can exchange payment information and shipping location in a PM. Or better yet, a phone call.

This is nothing more than trying to find a way around the rules. These rules were created to prevent as much as possible unwelcome spam. I for one, am very grateful for the rules as this makes for an enjoyable place for everyone without unwelcome spam posts.

Please consider becomming a member, it takes allot of time and money to keep this place running and then you can post for sale ads in the classified section without worrying. Well worth it in my opinion.

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PS. As far as staff being able to read your PM's... I always figured that if you are doing something you shouldn't, that is always the time you get caught. Is it worth it?