thinking about putting my truck on ebay - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

roadkillint · 12-16-2007, 07:51 AM

what works best
buy it now versus reserve

dmsteele92831 · 12-16-2007, 07:55 AM

I'd make a reserve for sure, but I think you can also have a buy it now. Just depends on how much you want for it and what someone is willing to pay.

Ackattack · 12-16-2007, 08:37 AM

I'm thinking of putting my truck on there too.

I also recently sold a 98 Trans Am on there. I didn't mess around with the reserve thing (they charge extra for that) and just started the auction at my minimum....that way if one person bids, its sold. BTW, I ended up getting a litle more than what my min. was.

smoky02 · 12-16-2007, 08:41 AM

Wait, how much do you want for your truck? And can you give me the specs...me and my dad might just take it off your hands, he wants a short wide so he can be like me...LOL

71MUTT · 12-16-2007, 08:46 AM

You guys are neighbors. That would be a great deal for everyone.
Nice truck.

Brock · 12-16-2007, 10:05 AM

I've had bad luck with the buy-it-now option. It seems people want to get on there and hit the buy it now option with no intention of paying. then it screws your whole auction. The guy that screwed up mine contacted me through email wanting personal information like phone number and address. I ended up selling the car to a guy from ebay that had contacted me asking questions. There's a truck on there right now (68 White step from KS) that had to be relisted because of the buy-it-now abuse. I wouldn't bother with the reserve either just because I don't like bidding on things with reserves. set your minimum bid around (maybe even a little under) what you would take for the truck and hope the bidding war begins.

smoky02 · 12-16-2007, 08:42 AM

Send me a pm please sir.

OLDIRON69 · 12-16-2007, 08:46 AM

Anytime I do escrew I do either a no reserve with a decent starting bid and if it dosen't meet what I need it to I will pull the auction. I have seen folks fight to the death over stuff just to say they WON. It's good when your the seller..

**Hart_Rod** · 12-16-2007, 09:02 AM

I've seen this truck and it is very solid. Matter of fact, the first time I saw it I left a note asking if it was for sale!

It's probably a good thing that it wasn't at the time, because I really didn't need any more trucks.

71MUTT · 12-16-2007, 09:05 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Hart_Rod

It's probably a good thing that it wasn't at the time, because I really didn't need any more trucks.

Another addict that needs serious help.

**Hart_Rod** · 12-16-2007, 09:08 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 71MUTT

Another addict that needs serious help.

True....................................................

7T2 · 12-16-2007, 09:24 AM

I would go with a reserve and no "buy it now". Although I haven't personally had this problem, I have heard lately that there are a lot of 0 feedback idiots that just end your auction with buy it now then don't pay. Then you have to go through the process of verifying that the bidder did not come through to get your listing fee and final value fee back, which total $100.

If you set a reserve an start your bid low, it will get bid up to whatever people want to pay for it. If it gets close to what you want for it you can send the high bidder a "second chance offer" to buy that can be any amount up to and including your reserve amount (not just the amount of the high bid). This way you are at least able to contact some interested parties for the money you spend.

If you don't set a reserve and just make your opening bid what you want for the truck, you run the risk of nobody bidding on it. If nobody bids on it you have nobody to make an offer to.

Lately I have been putting a reserve and a low starting price, then just saying what the reserve is in the auction. That way interested people can bid on it and I have a chance to offer it to them later if I want.

**thelonerife** · 12-17-2007, 05:21 PM

I would ask for a deposit within 24 hrs after the auction to cover your auction fees. If they don't pay it relist it or give second chance offers to the next highest bidders. I am currently waiting to hear from a person on one of my auctions that ended Tues.. bogus email address and no contact seems like a scammer to me. I'll have to give second chance offers I 'm afraid.. I did the reserve thing. it was 5.00

PanelDeland · 12-17-2007, 07:05 PM

Buy it now opens it up for the "pay with an over amount fake money order or cashiers check scammers"

72armyswbtruck · 12-17-2007, 10:35 PM

I would do the reserve thing, it is definately worth the money to protect the auction, then put the stated reserve in listing,

smoky02 · 12-18-2007, 02:49 AM

Did my dad ever call you?

***Josh*** · 12-18-2007, 05:00 AM

Please read the forums rules regarding buying and selling. This thread has violated the rules in many ways. First off it is ok to ask how to use ebay, however, it is not acceptable to post a picture of your truck trying trying to get leads on selling it. Post had been edited and you should have your answers on how to use ebay. If this occurs again it is a bannable offense. It's not fair to those that support the site in order to buy and sell to allow it to be a free for all.

Josh

12-16-2007, 07:51 AM	#1
roadkillint Registered User Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Pensacola,Fl Posts: 16	thinking about putting my truck on ebay what works best buy it now versus reserve

12-16-2007, 07:55 AM	#2
dmsteele92831 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: SoCal Posts: 191	Re: thinking about putting my truck on ebay I'd make a reserve for sure, but I think you can also have a buy it now. Just depends on how much you want for it and what someone is willing to pay. __________________ 1968 c10 Chevy 2005 Infiniti G35 2006 Subaru WRX STi

12-16-2007, 08:37 AM	#3
Ackattack Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Valley Center KS Posts: 3,525	Re: thinking about putting my truck on ebay I'm thinking of putting my truck on there too. I also recently sold a 98 Trans Am on there. I didn't mess around with the reserve thing (they charge extra for that) and just started the auction at my minimum....that way if one person bids, its sold. BTW, I ended up getting a litle more than what my min. was. __________________ Project Bruiser: 68 Pro-Touring C-10 5.3L / 4L60E Project Ironhide: 97 GMC Crew Cab 4x4 Cummins SOLD: '69 GMC 1/2T SWB TBI'd: Project No Buck Assembly Manual Index Sign up Thread!!! Factory Service Manual Index

12-16-2007, 08:41 AM	#4
smoky02 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Sunny, Florida, some might call it South Alabama Posts: 834	Re: thinking about putting my truck on ebay Wait, how much do you want for your truck? And can you give me the specs...me and my dad might just take it off your hands, he wants a short wide so he can be like me...LOL __________________ Just sold my C10...sad day... Looking for a 1972 Blazer to hopefully fill the hole in my heart.

12-16-2007, 08:46 AM	#5
71MUTT Can't ReMember Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Orlando area Posts: 258	Re: thinking about putting my truck on ebay You guys are neighbors. That would be a great deal for everyone. Nice truck. __________________ Adversity doesn't test your character; it reveals it. 71 C-10 LWB 350/TH350. I purchased it in 1978 for $1400. I'm currently abusing it daily. (when it's running )

12-16-2007, 10:05 AM	#6
Brock upgrading to an older model Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Sacramento, KY Posts: 346	Re: thinking about putting my truck on ebay I've had bad luck with the buy-it-now option. It seems people want to get on there and hit the buy it now option with no intention of paying. then it screws your whole auction. The guy that screwed up mine contacted me through email wanting personal information like phone number and address. I ended up selling the car to a guy from ebay that had contacted me asking questions. There's a truck on there right now (68 White step from KS) that had to be relisted because of the buy-it-now abuse. I wouldn't bother with the reserve either just because I don't like bidding on things with reserves. set your minimum bid around (maybe even a little under) what you would take for the truck and hope the bidding war begins. __________________ 68 stepside, short-box, multi-colored (for now)

12-16-2007, 08:42 AM	#7
smoky02 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Sunny, Florida, some might call it South Alabama Posts: 834	Re: thinking about putting my truck on ebay Send me a pm please sir. __________________ Just sold my C10...sad day... Looking for a 1972 Blazer to hopefully fill the hole in my heart.

12-16-2007, 08:46 AM	#8
OLDIRON69 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Ben Wheeler,Texas Posts: 992	Re: thinking about putting my truck on ebay Anytime I do escrew I do either a no reserve with a decent starting bid and if it dosen't meet what I need it to I will pull the auction. I have seen folks fight to the death over stuff just to say they WON. It's good when your the seller.. __________________ 05 2500HD 6.0 excab 69 LWB-Gone but not forgotten! 68 Dodge Charger 383/727 69 Dodge Charger-440/4spd

12-16-2007, 09:02 AM	#9
Hart_Rod ************* Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Pensacola, FL Posts: 17,841	Re: thinking about putting my truck on ebay I've seen this truck and it is very solid. Matter of fact, the first time I saw it I left a note asking if it was for sale! It's probably a good thing that it wasn't at the time, because I really didn't need any more trucks. __________________ Rob - https://www.instagram.com/hart_rod_c10 As Iron Sharpens Iron, So One Man Sharpens Another. Proverbs 27:17 FOR SALE: DBW pedal bracket - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=651123 FOR SALE: Hood Brackets http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=679945 1987 Silverado SWB - 34.5K original miles http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=801834 1969 SuperBurb - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=200387 1968 Farm truck - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=358692 1968 SWB - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=551258 1948 Chevy - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=122164&page=3

12-16-2007, 09:24 AM	#12
7T2 Active Member Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Marysville, OH Posts: 667	Re: thinking about putting my truck on ebay I would go with a reserve and no "buy it now". Although I haven't personally had this problem, I have heard lately that there are a lot of 0 feedback idiots that just end your auction with buy it now then don't pay. Then you have to go through the process of verifying that the bidder did not come through to get your listing fee and final value fee back, which total $100. If you set a reserve an start your bid low, it will get bid up to whatever people want to pay for it. If it gets close to what you want for it you can send the high bidder a "second chance offer" to buy that can be any amount up to and including your reserve amount (not just the amount of the high bid). This way you are at least able to contact some interested parties for the money you spend. If you don't set a reserve and just make your opening bid what you want for the truck, you run the risk of nobody bidding on it. If nobody bids on it you have nobody to make an offer to. Lately I have been putting a reserve and a low starting price, then just saying what the reserve is in the auction. That way interested people can bid on it and I have a chance to offer it to them later if I want. __________________ 1957 GMC Ambulance 1962 Belair Wagon 1963 C80 Truck Cab FOR SALE 1969 Chevy C10 Short Bed 1972 Chevy C10 Long Bed SOLD 1996 C3500 Dually SOLD

12-17-2007, 05:21 PM	#13
thelonerife Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Clarksville TN 37043 Posts: 8,702	Re: thinking about putting my truck on ebay I would ask for a deposit within 24 hrs after the auction to cover your auction fees. If they don't pay it relist it or give second chance offers to the next highest bidders. I am currently waiting to hear from a person on one of my auctions that ended Tues.. bogus email address and no contact seems like a scammer to me. I'll have to give second chance offers I 'm afraid.. I did the reserve thing. it was 5.00 __________________ Chuck 68swb Fleetside build ''Choncho'' http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=374892 My trailer redo http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...69#post5893869 Chuy my 59 bug http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=653798 Putnam 87 GMC Shop truck http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=707687

12-17-2007, 07:05 PM	#14
PanelDeland I am a Referee of life. Join Date: Jun 2000 Location: Greensboro N.C. Posts: 13,993	Re: thinking about putting my truck on ebay Buy it now opens it up for the "pay with an over amount fake money order or cashiers check scammers" __________________ The 47-present Chevrolet and GMC Truck Message Board Network,it's owners,moderators,members,and associates of any type should not be held responsible for my opinion. You can't fix stupid,not even with duct tape. "My appearance is due to the fact that "GOD" does punish you for having too much fun!" Barrett-Jackson has perfected alchemy,they make rust into gold! "You can lead a horse to water but you can't saddle a duck" "Cleverly disguised as a 'Responsible Adult' "Sometimes your Knight in shining armor is just a retard in tinfoil"

12-17-2007, 10:35 PM	#15
72armyswbtruck Registered User Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Idaho Posts: 4,034	Re: thinking about putting my truck on ebay I would do the reserve thing, it is definately worth the money to protect the auction, then put the stated reserve in listing, __________________ "Remember, They can Kill You, but they can't eat You, That's against the law!!!!!!!!!"

12-18-2007, 02:49 AM	#16
smoky02 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Sunny, Florida, some might call it South Alabama Posts: 834	Re: thinking about putting my truck on ebay Did my dad ever call you? __________________ Just sold my C10...sad day... Looking for a 1972 Blazer to hopefully fill the hole in my heart.

12-18-2007, 05:00 AM	#17
*Josh* He's got mean nasty FANGS! Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Rockwell, NC Posts: 6,509	Re: thinking about putting my truck on ebay Please read the forums rules regarding buying and selling. This thread has violated the rules in many ways. First off it is ok to ask how to use ebay, however, it is not acceptable to post a picture of your truck trying trying to get leads on selling it. Post had been edited and you should have your answers on how to use ebay. If this occurs again it is a bannable offense. It's not fair to those that support the site in order to buy and sell to allow it to be a free for all. Josh __________________ 2004 K2500 Burb 1999 C3500 1985 Cutlass Supreme 1969 C-10 1967 C-10 Panel josh@67-72chevytrucks.com



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