Another eBayer to watch out for - Oozing Goo - The Lava Lamp Syndicate2024-03-28T08:32:31Zhttps://oozinggoo.ning.com/forum/topics/another-ebayer-to-watch-out-for?commentId=1566398%3AComment%3A435706&xg_source=activity&feed=yes&xn_auth=noOk, my two cents. I have to…tag:oozinggoo.ning.com,2013-02-03:1566398:Comment:4357562013-02-03T19:35:57.577ZDerek Hydehttps://oozinggoo.ning.com/profile/DerekHyde
<p>Ok, my two cents. I have to side with Erin as well. I saw this the day it got listed and was momentarily excited until I opened up the description and READ it. Yes, read it. It was very clear to me that this was a non-functioning lamp best used for parts. And that it had been refilled. At no point did I think it was glitter lamp. Nothing confusing about how it was listed at all. It just required reading. </p>
<p>Ok, my two cents. I have to side with Erin as well. I saw this the day it got listed and was momentarily excited until I opened up the description and READ it. Yes, read it. It was very clear to me that this was a non-functioning lamp best used for parts. And that it had been refilled. At no point did I think it was glitter lamp. Nothing confusing about how it was listed at all. It just required reading. </p> After having read this whole…tag:oozinggoo.ning.com,2013-02-03:1566398:Comment:4355822013-02-03T19:22:59.511ZAutumnhttps://oozinggoo.ning.com/profile/Autumn
<p>After having read this whole thing and seeing the auction, reading generationmac's comments, and having bought things from Erin several times I feel I can finally reply to this. </p>
<p>First of all generationmac, learn how to read. You are the one at fault here. The auction was very clear about what you were purchasing and you even admitted yourself that you screwed up. I am having a hard time restraining myself from insulting your intelligence or lack there of, so bear with me. You screwed…</p>
<p>After having read this whole thing and seeing the auction, reading generationmac's comments, and having bought things from Erin several times I feel I can finally reply to this. </p>
<p>First of all generationmac, learn how to read. You are the one at fault here. The auction was very clear about what you were purchasing and you even admitted yourself that you screwed up. I am having a hard time restraining myself from insulting your intelligence or lack there of, so bear with me. You screwed up. You left negative feedback because you did not comprehend the auction despite it being written in a way that everyone else seems to have no problem understanding. If you have questions about an auction you ask before bidding. It is common sense...well maybe not common in your case. I think you have some nerve waiting to pay so long and then to make complaints about Erin not abiding by your schedule. If it was my auction I would have blocked you after 3 days without paying and sold the lamp to someone else. It is unfortunate that buyers cannot receive negative feedback, because I feel that is what you deserve. You are 100% at fault here. Deal with it.</p>
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<p>Am I being harsh? Yes. I am being harsh because watching this exercise in stupidity has frustrated me and I am not even part of the auction. You are the reason why people avoid ebay. I will be blocking you from my auctions as well so I do not have the "pleasure" of dealing with you.</p> Agreed, it is a lot. I am sti…tag:oozinggoo.ning.com,2013-02-03:1566398:Comment:4356522013-02-03T17:02:12.840ZErinhttps://oozinggoo.ning.com/profile/erin9
<p>Agreed, it is a lot. I am still just really burned that I cannot leave neg feedback for buyers. It's so unfair, but I knew that a long time ago. eBay is always a last resort for me. How eBay can turn its back on the very group of people who make them money is beyond me, but eBay quit being fair a long time ago. </p>
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<p>I thank everyone that came in here and offered their opinion. Even though I'm the one stuck with the negative feedback, I'm glad this thread is out there for all to…</p>
<p>Agreed, it is a lot. I am still just really burned that I cannot leave neg feedback for buyers. It's so unfair, but I knew that a long time ago. eBay is always a last resort for me. How eBay can turn its back on the very group of people who make them money is beyond me, but eBay quit being fair a long time ago. </p>
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<p>I thank everyone that came in here and offered their opinion. Even though I'm the one stuck with the negative feedback, I'm glad this thread is out there for all to see. </p> 18 negatives is still a lot l…tag:oozinggoo.ning.com,2013-02-03:1566398:Comment:4355772013-02-03T16:51:06.374ZDr. WHAT?!https://oozinggoo.ning.com/profile/DrWHAT334
18 negatives is still a lot lol I don't think I've ever seen that many in the 12 years being on eBay.
18 negatives is still a lot lol I don't think I've ever seen that many in the 12 years being on eBay. Shawn, it was 20% of 90 feedb…tag:oozinggoo.ning.com,2013-02-03:1566398:Comment:4358242013-02-03T16:48:39.659ZErinhttps://oozinggoo.ning.com/profile/erin9
<p>Shawn, it was 20% of 90 feedbacks left, to be fair. 20% of them were negative. </p>
<p>Shawn, it was 20% of 90 feedbacks left, to be fair. 20% of them were negative. </p> As far as I see it the auctio…tag:oozinggoo.ning.com,2013-02-03:1566398:Comment:4356512013-02-03T16:35:37.783ZDr. WHAT?!https://oozinggoo.ning.com/profile/DrWHAT334
<p>As far as I see it the auction stated its condition appropriately. GenerationMac I would do more research in the future before you decide to buy anything off of ebay, 90 negative feedbacks is just silly and just shows everyone here that your a buyer no one wants to deal with . Also do you have a clue what these sell for in decent condition? usually between $300-$500 and the bid count is always on the high side. 2 bids @ $76 for a gemlite is definitely on the low side and considering its…</p>
<p>As far as I see it the auction stated its condition appropriately. GenerationMac I would do more research in the future before you decide to buy anything off of ebay, 90 negative feedbacks is just silly and just shows everyone here that your a buyer no one wants to deal with . Also do you have a clue what these sell for in decent condition? usually between $300-$500 and the bid count is always on the high side. 2 bids @ $76 for a gemlite is definitely on the low side and considering its condition (thats clearly stated) its completely fair and you would've know this if done your research.</p> I have about 5 of those regre…tag:oozinggoo.ning.com,2013-02-03:1566398:Comment:4358172013-02-03T16:07:43.796ZMetallica Man Trevorhttps://oozinggoo.ning.com/profile/Metallicaman
I have about 5 of those regrets! Lol in the closet!
I have about 5 of those regrets! Lol in the closet! This. I'm sure many of us ha…tag:oozinggoo.ning.com,2013-02-03:1566398:Comment:4358162013-02-03T15:28:42.535ZJimhttps://oozinggoo.ning.com/profile/AnonymousLavaFreak
<p>This. I'm sure many of us have been disappointed upon the arrival of a lamp we have purchased. My biggest regret was a Budweiser die-cut Aristocrat. I got the lamp and it was dented beyond repair. Yes, I could have run the lamp as it still supported the globe, but the base was certainly not up to the caliber I expect for inclusion into my collection. It currently rots in my basement.</p>
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<p>I left the seller positive feedback. Why? Because it was my own damn fault. I happily…</p>
<p>This. I'm sure many of us have been disappointed upon the arrival of a lamp we have purchased. My biggest regret was a Budweiser die-cut Aristocrat. I got the lamp and it was dented beyond repair. Yes, I could have run the lamp as it still supported the globe, but the base was certainly not up to the caliber I expect for inclusion into my collection. It currently rots in my basement.</p>
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<p>I left the seller positive feedback. Why? Because it was my own damn fault. I happily bid on the damn thing without asking a damn question and I know better. The seller didn't mention the dents specifically, but didn't present it as mint, great or any sort of condition; just used. Buyer's remorse? You betcha, but lesson learned. You do your due diligence to know what you are bidding on and potentially committing to buy. </p>
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<p>Nine out of ten times I do reach out to the seller to verify the condition of the goods. Bottom line - you need to go into these things with eyes wide open. </p>
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<p>Morale of the story - your question to yourself needs to be "what am I buying", not "what did I just buy". <br/> <br/> <cite>Steven said:</cite></p>
<blockquote cite="http://oozinggoo.ning.com/forum/topics/another-ebayer-to-watch-out-for?commentId=1566398%3AComment%3A435644&xg_source=activity#1566398Comment435644"><div><div class="xg_user_generated">But people vent. And its a part of life.</div>
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</blockquote> I can say from the different…tag:oozinggoo.ning.com,2013-02-03:1566398:Comment:4356442013-02-03T15:09:04.716ZStevenhttps://oozinggoo.ning.com/profile/Steven594
I can say from the different sites I have seen that one of the biggest problems (next to fraud)......and the least thats talked about is buyers who do not listings. It causes frustrations for sellers that involve loss of product, loss of sales, and incuring ebay fees that are otherwise not refundable. This also ties up the product. There is nothing more frustrating for sellers than having to have a sold product and being forced to hang on to it because someone will not pay. I'm pretty sure that…
I can say from the different sites I have seen that one of the biggest problems (next to fraud)......and the least thats talked about is buyers who do not listings. It causes frustrations for sellers that involve loss of product, loss of sales, and incuring ebay fees that are otherwise not refundable. This also ties up the product. There is nothing more frustrating for sellers than having to have a sold product and being forced to hang on to it because someone will not pay. I'm pretty sure that Erin would have wanted to put the lamp back up for sale for a buyer who understood the listing and paid on time.<br />
But people vent. And its a part of life. I have had my share of disagreements here but I never took anything personally. If I did something weird as buying before reading and not even close to paying on time.......then reading these posts in here.....I would say "I didn't mean to be a pain your ass." But thats just me though and doing so does earn a bit of respect and will at least bring some what positive conclusion to things and from there life goes on. Another vote of extreme confi…tag:oozinggoo.ning.com,2013-02-03:1566398:Comment:4356422013-02-03T13:27:30.708ZJimhttps://oozinggoo.ning.com/profile/AnonymousLavaFreak
<p>Another vote of extreme confidence from me. Absolutely love my haze swirl and the transaction was delightful from start to finish.</p>
<p>Another vote of extreme confidence from me. Absolutely love my haze swirl and the transaction was delightful from start to finish.</p>