Could this be a potential SCAM?

[krwboutiquexo]

I've received a message regarding an item I am selling for £2,500 - they have offered to pay the asking price plus a postage fee (although I stated shipping was free).

The buyer wants me to send a payment request through PayPal to enable them to pay but I have explained this can be done by clicking "buy".

The buyer has 100% positive feedback (over 400 reviews) as a buyer and seller. They have had their account since 2003.

Why would the buyer want me to do this? Could I be being played here?

Please help!!

[john1297576]

I don't think you can rely on the Feedback, it is almost certainly a hacked account.

If you actually look into the account you will probably find it has been inactive for a while.

ECONOMY DELIVERY - Have you looked into what if any compensation you will get from your chosen Courier if lost or damaged.

Only using Royal Mail Special Delivery with cover of £2500, would you get anything if lost or damaged. Have you ever read on here about the poor service provided by most Couriers and the long list of items they do not cover and if they do cover the very poor compensation they would pay.

Showing this sort of service just helps to attract scammers, as it shows your inexperience. Selling High Value items on Ebay is VERY risky.