Confusion over best offers and VAT | Buying

pitstop.pippa · 2025-08-18T15:09:22.237000Z

I sent a best offer of £2.75 for an item priced £3.25 listed by a business seller. I thought VAT was included in business seller prices (there's nothing on the listing to suggest otherwise) so imagine my shock when confirmation of my offer included the words "20% VAT will apply". Therefore, if my offer is accepted, I'll actually be paying more for the item than the original price!!! Something ain't right here!

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