Hi David,

We put this thread to sleep earlier in the day.

Cheers,

BenT

On Jun 22, 2010, at 4:03 PM, <mcneely4@cox.net> wrote:

> ---- BenT Syncro <syncro@GMAIL.COM> wrote:
>> How do you guys feel about vendors you find on eBay who insist on
>> completing deals outside of eBay?
>>
>> I was shopping for a rear engine carrier for my 84 Subie powered van.
>> Found the listings from Small Car Performance but did not see the 2wd
>> mount. I asked if they can list one for sale so I can then buy it in
>> compliance with eBay rules. The SCP contact named Mao, said they
>> would
>> only sell via their non-eBay website.
>
> My understanding of eBay rules is that it is not allowed to sell the
> item listed outside of eBay.  Items not listed should be another
> matter, although I would not think much of someone who used eBay
> listings as a way to troll for customers for merchandise not
> listed.  But I understand that you inquired about the item, not the
> other way around.  So, I see no problem.  You found a vendor who
> deals in a particular array of merchandise, and inquired about an
> item not advertised.  If he offers it, and you want it, buy it, I'd
> say.  On the other hand, if he advertised it via eBay, and you or he
> initiated a negotiation for the sale outside of eBay, then that
> would be a no-no.
>
> David McNeely