Topic: Well, I finally did it. I listed my guitar on ebay (Read 3331 times)

jualdeaux · « **on:** August 01, 2004, 07:36:54 pm »

Yep, I finally forced myself to list my guitar. It is a sad day but I can't keep putting it off. I did follow some of your advice so thanks for all your input.

Oh, here is the listing.
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=3740019445

jualdeaux · « **Reply #1 on:** August 01, 2004, 10:35:13 pm »

Well, I have acouple of bids already and I even got an email from someone asking what it would take for me to end the auction early and sell it to them. Should I even respond to this email or should I report it as a footer on the email states that this kind of thing violates the ebay policies for bidding and winning an item the regular way?

The Bar-Abbas Anomaly · « **Reply #2 on:** August 02, 2004, 12:05:14 am »

Quote from: jualdeaux on August 01, 2004, 10:35:13 pm

Well, I have acouple of bids already and I even got an email from someone asking what it would take for me to end the auction early and sell it to them. Should I even respond to this email or should I report it as a footer on the email states that this kind of thing violates the ebay policies for bidding and winning an item the regular way?

It's a scam. Politely inform the B/ that he's welcome to bid on the auction along with the rest of the world and then forward the message to eBay.

Capt. Mike · « **Reply #3 on:** August 02, 2004, 05:39:17 am »

Do what Barabbas said..I actually had to file my first fraud report on a bozo who took my money, but didn't deliver....

Good luck, I'll check it out...

Mike

jualdeaux · « **Reply #4 on:** August 02, 2004, 06:37:16 am »

I politely told him that I don't want to piss off ebay by not following the rules. I did check his name for the feedback and as he said, he did have perfect positive feedback.

The Bar-Abbas Anomaly · « **Reply #5 on:** August 02, 2004, 08:20:59 am »

Quote from: jualdeaux on August 02, 2004, 06:37:16 am

I politely told him that I don't want to piss off ebay by not following the rules. I did check his name for the feedback and as he said, he did have perfect positive feedback.

But if he convinces people to end their auctions and sell directly, they wouldn't be able to leave feedback.....

jualdeaux · « **Reply #6 on:** August 02, 2004, 01:29:10 pm »

True. But he does have over 200, I think, positive feedback items. From both buyers and sellers. As I sad earlier though, I'm still not going to do it that way.

Capt. Mike · « **Reply #7 on:** August 02, 2004, 06:52:55 pm »

Well, I went and saw..lots of great pictures..helps to have Joe in one..lots of extras (which will be appreciated)...I'd love to bid, but...well, the Powerball is Wed. who knows

Take care, and good luck...if you see pmelmike bid, that's me (maybe I can create some excitement..I know there's peeps on e-bay now that bid just to pi$$ me off)

Mike

jualdeaux · « **Reply #8 on:** August 02, 2004, 07:10:52 pm »

I figured that people would be much more inclined to believe in the autograph if I put that picture on it.

Actually, I wanted the pic for myself as proof that it was autographed. I have had the guitar for at least 6 years and have been waiting or him to come ack to the area just so I could get that autograph on this guitar. I have naother, cheaper model that he has signed twice that I am keeping. At least for now.

Capt. Mike · « **Reply #9 on:** August 02, 2004, 09:35:36 pm »

He was here in Omaha 6 years ago or so...someone stole his casual boots from his dressing room..he probably won't come back..there was a $2500 reward for them...I guess he liked the a lot.....

again...good luck

Mike

jualdeaux · « **Reply #10 on:** August 03, 2004, 06:36:51 am »

He has also had someone steal his "Pearly" chrome guitar (he had two for quite a while). There was a reward for that with no questions asked.

I think I may have two people trying to out bid each other. That could be a good thing.

Capt. Mike · « **Reply #11 on:** August 03, 2004, 05:44:16 pm »

Definately...I'll check in after dinner, I've tracked a number of guitar bidders (get's ready to sneak a new one in the house when the wife goes to sleep)..

Mike

Capt. Mike · « **Reply #12 on:** August 04, 2004, 05:44:00 am »

Up to $1825 as of 0540 this morning...looking good, and I think there are some serious bidders there.

Mike

PS the excitement comes in the last hours...especially the last minutes..

jualdeaux · « **Reply #13 on:** August 04, 2004, 03:20:07 pm »

Up to $2225 as of 1617 today. Sssssssshhhhhhhh!!!!! That is just about what I paid for it.

At this rate it ought to pass the $2500 reserve by tomorrow morning. I hope it climbs steadily like this and then spikes during the last few hours.

Capt. Mike · « **Reply #14 on:** August 05, 2004, 08:02:43 pm »

$2375 now...I think someone wants it, but is fishing for the reserve price, hoping for the minimum...

Good luck again

Mike

jualdeaux · « **Reply #15 on:** August 05, 2004, 08:07:30 pm »

I was kind of wondering if it was you that got it moving again. pmelmike? Did you win the Powerball?

I have had a couple of people state, one in particular, that they are going to win this auction. And to be honest, I have told a couple the reserve price. I don't know if that is good or bad but I personally feel that some peole may be more willing to bid if they know that the reserve is actually attainable. I do say that I am hoping that the price will end up quite bit higher than that.

Capt. Mike · « **Reply #16 on:** August 05, 2004, 08:11:07 pm »

no, hit the powerball # (21), and had an extra white ball, good for about $5...but somebody looks interested if the next minimum bid is $2400...and I have been known to get serious at the end of a bid...3 more days...I know we're all wishing you well (or you make a quick trip to MI and win thier lottery)

Mike

jualdeaux · « **Reply #17 on:** August 05, 2004, 08:15:04 pm »

I kind of prefer the winning lottery ticket over selling this.

Too bad I only have the one option.

Capt. Mike · « **Reply #18 on:** August 05, 2004, 08:26:05 pm »

I've still got Saturday, plunked my $1 down, 70+ million (39 cash)...who knows, the right combo can come up....will let ya know if I do win....you'll be second...my boss will be first (picks out mistletoe sprig to hang on belt)

Mike

jualdeaux · « **Reply #19 on:** August 05, 2004, 08:37:13 pm »

I actually exchanged a few emails with one guy who had a question. He has collected a number of Satriani guitars. He already has one like mine but wants a better one. He also has one of the clear acrylic Crystal Planet JS guitars. He sent a couple of pics. The guitar, as I said, is clear and the wire wraps and the pickup rings glow in the dark. Here is one of the pics he sent.

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