Ebay Auctions

[Davemano]

Looking at EBay Diecast Vehicle Auctions it seems that the majority of the items attract no bids, and I wonder if this is because of the postage charges which in some cases are greater than the item. Add postage to the item price makes the items expensive - or is it just me wanting a bargain. The same comment applies to other auction categories.

[hc4361]

Sammy, they did it to stop the scamming sellers listing items for 10p with £40 P&P to avoid paying full eBay charges.

[Sammy48]

I don't remember ever seeing any items like that. So we genuine Sellers have to suffer from greedy others, great.

[hc4361]

It's always the way, the baddies spoil it for everyone

[Retrochic]

Some still do it,especially if they are large business sellers. When you do your profit/loss accounts P&P is counted as an 'allowable expense. ie tax deductible. If you charge £10 P&P you can claim back the selling fees on this amount plus 100% cost of packing, and the correct amount for the postage.

[EDDIE51]

The lens cap I sold was still in the original box as new, but the new price would have been over £20, so a bargain at £6.70.