09-04-2025 6:32 AM
I just sold a bike to a ebayer, who signed up yesterday, they asked no questions about the bike, is it possible it could be a scam and I won’t get my money, it was £200 for a kids bike, I thought they may have asked something, thanks in advance
09-04-2025 7:48 AM
They have to pay through Ebay checkout and you will see the item as paid for in 'orders' once they have paid.
They are no more likely to try and scam you than a buyer with lots of feedback.
Is it a very small bike? The postage charge seems quite low.
09-04-2025 7:50 AM
People open eBay accounts sometimes just to buy that one item.
The weather is good, Easter is upon us thus school holidays, perhaps a kids bike is just what this person is looking for.
eBay spend millions ' enticing' new members to their site, see their tv ad shown daily, that costs a few pence to put out!
Has your buyer paid ? eBay will send you a message when the item has sold AND the buyer has paid, obviously you do not let the item go without this notification.
I see you have a postage on the bike ?? Hopefully, they selected collection only, far less hassle than to then pack and send such an item.
If it is a collection item they Must bring with them the 6 digit QR code eBay send to them when they pay. Send them a polite message that the item will not be released for collection with this code.
The code is your only proof the item was collected. You scan it or enter the numbers manually on the order details to the left of .... Confirm Collection.
For postage? Ensure it's tracked, and insured for the correct amount.
The above is all you can do to protect yourself as a seller. Yes, there are scams, but thankfully there are more honest peeps than not !
09-04-2025 7:54 AM
09-04-2025 7:55 AM
09-04-2025 8:12 AM
@blacknesh wrote:
Yer it’s a bike for 2-4 year old. Hence why I wondered why he never asked
any questions, unless he knew about the bike, I’m unable to make contact
with him,
He may have thought your description and photos on your listing, were sufficient. Not everyone before buying, asks questions.