Buy/Sell/Trade check? How's it going over there?

[FrankWakefield]

I don't care for the PMing system. I don't like it, don't like the pop ups.

At present I don't get PM's, the feature was disabled through the CP (Control Panel).


I don't like okra. Don't like gin, either. It has been years since I tried either. I didn't like them then, I still don't like them now. I don't have to be eating okra twice a day to maintain a present, current dislike for the vegetable. And I mention this to address the 'tense' issues addressed earlier. I still don't like PMing and the pop ups even though it is disabled. (And for what it's worth I dislike the quote feature, it unduly lengthens threads and is primarily used in arguments and disagreements, contentious posts; instead of informative posts.)


So it sounds like....

Folks like B/S/T,

the price should stay up,

use of scans improve listings,

sellers should specify 'no PMing' or 'posts take precedence over emails' or whatever communications constraints they wish to impose.

I love the BST. Have had many excellent transactions. Have made some great buys and sales also.

My beef though is that people use VCP to quote a lot of stuff now. Realistically their data SUCKS and if your are not on everyday watching and tracking you don't have a clue what real market value is. So they take a beat to piss card in EX-Poor(yes a new grade of .10 - .50) and compare it to a grade one with a few creases and/or a spot of paper loss. One sells at $15-$25 and the other at $55 +/- and they ask $55 then tell you your and idiot for lowballing them if you make an offer of what it sells for. Just be realistic people. Thats why some guys sell everything right away and some never do.

[cubsfan102003]

The BST is probably what lured me in to checking this site everyday. I used to come here once every couple of weeks until I started using the BST. I only use it to buy stuff, but I find it easier than dealing with ebay most of the time. For the most part, the sellers in BST offer their cards at fair prices, and I don't have to decide on what to send for an offer. I just have to say I'll take it most of the time, and it's a done deal. Nothing but great experiences so far.

I am also one who will just hit the back button when there isn't a scan included. I know not everyone has a scanner, but when someone says, "PM or email me for scans", I just walk away. For one thing, I'm not real familiar with most pre war issues, as I'm just a beginner here. So I have no idea what the card design is, and if I'll even like it. Other times, I'm not aware of every player on my team from that era, and I don't want to dig out my lists to look to see if there might be 1 card on that whole list I'm missing.

I also usually hit the back button if there isn't prices included. I know it's just me, but I hate making an offer without having some sort of starting point to work with. If their your cards, you must have some sort of an idea as to what you want for them, give me something to work with.

Anyway, like I said I have had nothing but good experiences, and I love the BST section. It keeps me coming back every day.

Thanks,
Tom

[Exhibitman]

I've had some nice transactions via the BST threads.

I would ask sellers to leave up the opening prices; just note 'sold' next to them. I'd like to see what they started at to get some idea of how to price comparable stuff.

One thing that is a bit off-putting is when a buyer insists on knocking down the price by the % of paypal if they send a check. I don't accept that any more because I then have to take the check to the bank, which is far less convenient for me.

+1 on scans; asking for them to be emailed is so 1998...

[wrapperguy]

Love the BST and have made numerous buys off it without a hitch. Met a bunch of great guys also.

Skip over any post that does not have a scan unless it is something I REALLY want. Have made several purchases just because I saw a scan and thought the card was cool and the price was right. But I am rarely likely to make an "impulse buy" without a scan.

"Make me an offer" is a nuisance. They are your cards and you should have an idea of what you want for them. If you shoot too high, someone will make a counteroffer.

What bothers me are the threads that are petty squabbles between adults who share the same passion. Honestly, they are occasionally an interesting read but only briefly.

[nebboy]

Pop ups PMs vs Emails - I never use E-Mail unless I really must.

If you every had your laptop dye and slow death because of a E-Mail virus. PMs are not going to have those issues.

So I pretty much had to promise my wife, I would not except E-Mails from what she calls my (Little freinds that collect those stupid cards). Give if she doent get-it, Im not going to B/S or Trade her.

[t206hound]

I've had tremendous success with each letter of the BST. Mostly I've sold, but I have managed a few purchases (one big one is on the way). Trading is always difficult as its tough unless "I have a card you want and you have one I want." Generally I try look any time someone wants to trade... as long as I get a little help towards my set, I'm game.

But I'd say the best part of the BST at this point is that I have several contacts that I know I can make direct sale/trade offers to that will execute flawlessly to each of our satisfaction. I've done this with guys who collect specific backs, miscuts, extreme beaters, or even those who are nearing set completion.