Am I getting bamboozled?

[Acorn Eyes]

I posted a listing buying a RX 480, and this guy PMs me that he's selling a 970 and a 980ti for $150 and $250. 

 

 

[Guest]

Most likely

[Acorn Eyes]

2 minutes ago, deXxterlab97 said:

Most likely

If I go through eBay I'd minimize most risk right?

[dizmo]

Just now, Spook Eyes ?? said:

If I go through eBay I'd minimize most risk right?

Unlikely that he'll want to do that. He'll either lose way too much money, or pass that cost on to you, increasing your cost.

 

What currency are we talking?

How far away from you is he?

 

[Acorn Eyes]

3 minutes ago, dizmo said:

Unlikely that he'll want to do that. He'll either lose way too much money, or pass that cost on to you, increasing your cost.

 

What currency are we talking?

How far away from you is he?

 

He isn't local, and we're talking USD. I'm probably unlikely to not go through eBay, and I'm 100% willing to cover costs/shipping considering the amazing deal I'm getting.

 

He's from New York based on the 718 number he texted me from. I'm in Washington.

[samcool55]

If it sounds too good to be true, it is.

 

I would leave it, yes it might be a good deal but tbh if you would sell the cards for that price you don't need to contact someone personally.

If he would place an ad of them for that price they should be sold instantly.

 

Sooo... Just ignore it

[dizmo]

4 minutes ago, Spook Eyes ?? said:

He isn't local, and we're talking USD. I'm probably unlikely to not go through eBay, and I'm 100% willing to cover costs/shipping considering the amazing deal I'm getting.

You'd be looking at $300 for the 980Ti. Not bad, but I've seen better deals go through the Reddit Hardwareswap.

[m0k]

i wouldnt trust any photos or screenshots
it would have to be video of the guy installing the gpu, connecting a monitor to that gpu and then proving that its a working card.
but i highly doubt i could ever convince someone to put in that much work 

[Acorn Eyes]

6 minutes ago, dizmo said:

You'd be looking at $300 for the 980Ti. Not bad, but I've seen better dels go through the Reddit Hardwareswap.

I used eBay's fee calculator. I'd be looking at $240-$250 not $300. 

 

If you've seen better deals, does this mean it's not that sketchy?

6 minutes ago, dizmo said:

You'd be looking at $300 for the 980Ti. Not bad, but I've seen better deals go through the Reddit Hardwareswap.

[Guest]

2 minutes ago, mok said:

i wouldnt trust any photos or screenshots
it would have to be video of the guy installing the gpu, connecting a monitor to that gpu and then proving that its a working card.
but i highly doubt i could ever convince someone to put in that much work 

Even if you do a live stream skype chat call or whatever to prove that the gpu is working people can still swap for some broken/fake ones. You need to see in person imo

[Acorn Eyes]

2 minutes ago, mok said:

i wouldnt trust any photos or screenshots
it would have to be video of the guy installing the gpu, connecting a monitor to that gpu and then proving that its a working card.
but i highly doubt i could ever convince someone to put in that much work 

Yeah that's what I was thinking as well. However if he's too lazy should I call it off or can I dispute it via eBay in the case it's broken?

[Mr.Meerkat]

Pay via paypal and if it's broken then it's usually in your favour  

[dizmo]

6 minutes ago, Spook Eyes ?? said:

I used eBay's fee calculator. I'd be looking at $240-$250 not $300. 

 

If you've seen better deals, does this mean it's not that sketchy?

Did you add the $20 for shipping? I got $250 + $20 + $27. I'm not sure if that even includes the percentage Paypal takes. 

I'd just pay with Paypal. As long as you're not just sending him the cash as a gift and it's for a service you're covered.

I've done business this way for over a decade, selling well over $100,000 worth of merchandise. 

5 minutes ago, deXxterlab97 said:

Even if you do a live stream skype chat call or whatever to prove that the gpu is working people can still swap for some broken/fake ones. You need to see in person imo

Nah. Paypal is secure enough.

[Guest]

Just now, dizmo said:

Did you add the $20 for shipping? I got $250 + $20 + $27. I'm not sure if that even includes the percentage Paypal takes. 

I'd just pay with Paypal. As long as you're not just sending him the cash as a gift and it's for a service you're covered.

I've done business this way for over a decade, selling well over $100,000 worth of merchandise. 

Nah. Paypal is secure enough.

I am just being cautios cause I have seen people getting scammed on ebay. But will it be possible for someone to let's say ship a different gpu instead?

[dizmo]

6 minutes ago, deXxterlab97 said:

I am just being cautios cause I have seen people getting scammed on ebay. But will it be possible for someone to let's say ship a different gpu instead?

I generally find only fools get scammed on eBay. There are usually warning signs and most people choose to ignore them because "the deal was too good!".

They could. Then you call Paypal, tell them what happened and at worst you'll have to pay to ship the GPU back to the seller.

People get lazy. They only email the seller, or simply open a claim with Paypal online. Picking up the phone is more direct, gets you in contact with an actual person, and is dead simple. 

[Acorn Eyes]

15 minutes ago, mok said:

 

5 minutes ago, dizmo said:

Did you add the $20 for shipping? I got $250 + $20 + $27. I'm not sure if that even includes the percentage Paypal takes. 

I'd just pay with Paypal. As long as you're not just sending him the cash as a gift and it's for a service you're covered.

I've done business this way for over a decade, selling well over $100,000 worth of merchandise. 

Nah. Paypal is secure enough.

I've had bad experiences with PayPal, they sided with a fraudster. But he was the buyer in that case (using stolen PayPal accounts) so it only proves their buyer protection. I'm definitely going to go with PayPal.

[Guest]

Just now, Spook Eyes ?? said:

I've had bad experiences with PayPal, they sided with a fraudster. But he was the buyer in that case (using stolen PayPal accounts) so it only proves their buyer protection. I'm definitely going to go with PayPal.

Or some prepaid visa card if that is allowed

[Acorn Eyes]

1 minute ago, deXxterlab97 said:

Or some prepaid visa card if that is allowed

The stolen accounts had their access regained and so all his purchases were charge backed. Would not have been the same outcome if he used prepaid cards.

[dizmo]

5 minutes ago, Spook Eyes ?? said:

I've had bad experiences with PayPal, they sided with a fraudster. But he was the buyer in that case (using stolen PayPal accounts) so it only proves their buyer protection. I'm definitely going to go with PayPal.

It's not perfect by any means (I've been burned too) but it's by far the safest way to do online transactions.

Again though, just use your head. It's usually pretty easy to spot someone who's insincere if you take the time to look.

Enjoy you new card! Hopefully I find a decent deal when I start looking.