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Question: Have you purchased parts from Ebay?
YES, I look for all my parts on Ebay first.
Yes, but only small parts, i.e.emblembs, shift knobs, pedals, etc.
I look sometimes but never have
Yes, and never again!
Don't trust Ebay
Ebay? What's that, and what's this magical glowing box in front of me?!?!

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« on: May 21, 2009, 02:34:17 am »
Hey guys & gals,

My first poll!
Just wanted to run a poll asking who's purchased parts from Ebay and wanted to get some experiences. Any sellers/parts to beware of? Let's keep it xB here, I don't want to hear horror stories about buying fake Luis Vuitton wallets.

Thanks for the input guys!
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« Reply #1 on: May 21, 2009, 02:37:31 am »
I got 1 vote!

I've actually purchased a bunch of stuff from Ebay this past two weeks. I'm looking to put it all on this weekend. Got a grill, fog lights, K&N CAI, a small emblem and a shift knob. I'll let you guys know how it all turns out.   Smiley
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« Reply #2 on: May 21, 2009, 09:27:27 am »
As many ebay stores come and go regularly, any parts that MUST work or the vehicle doesn't . . . come from elsewhere.
I buy major mechanical stuff from highly reputable folks that are likely to remain.
That said, I have bought a ton of stuff from ebay over the years.  Most is great.
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« Reply #3 on: May 21, 2009, 05:18:37 pm »
I purchased a grill, cabin filter, shift knob and emblems from Ebay and have no regrets.  If the dealer wouldn't want an arm and a leg I would buy from them.
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« Reply #4 on: May 21, 2009, 08:19:18 pm »
i have bought fog lights, headlights and vent visors from well known ebay sellers. scionsport and mrjdm. i check their feedback and then i send messages to people who have bought the same part and ask them what they think of it. i've actually had 2 guys email me pictures.
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« Reply #5 on: May 26, 2009, 09:43:00 pm »
i have bought part of my grill, some bulbs, pedals, speakers, speaker box, and stuff from ebay.

i just look at their feedback first before i buy. If it's not too good, i pass.

but basically, just make sure who it's coming from.

and make sure you read EXACTLY what you're getting.
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« Reply #6 on: May 27, 2009, 01:03:46 am »
I use PayPal when shopping on ebay.  If something doesn't get here or is damaged, I have that avenue for conflict resolution.  Recently had an order not arrive in the time the seller promised.  I just went to PayPal and sent a message to the seller.  Resulted in a refund.

Another place I have used for some small things is amazon.com.  I have had good success there, too.
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« Reply #7 on: May 27, 2009, 11:28:46 am »
I'll always take a look here before dealing eBay. In fact, it would be great if we had an eBay buyer beware section here.

Just my .02
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« Reply #8 on: May 27, 2009, 12:35:39 pm »
I bought a lot of products from ebay, and I had some +/- about it. Read their feedback and description carefully before you buy!

God Bless
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« Reply #9 on: May 27, 2009, 02:44:05 pm »
Quote from: maestro984 on May 27, 2009, 11:28:46 am
I'll always take a look here before dealing eBay. In fact, it would be great if we had an eBay buyer beware section here.

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« Reply #10 on: May 27, 2009, 04:30:27 pm »
Thanks Eric.
I for one will be monitoring closely Cheesy
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« Reply #11 on: May 27, 2009, 04:48:08 pm »
No problem.

Please note that I removed the previous thread I posted, replaced it w/ another for negative and positive buyer experiences, though I worry that it may welcome seller spam. If I see the slightest hint of abuse, it's gone.
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« Reply #13 on: August 19, 2009, 11:55:56 pm »
I bought my headlights and tail lights from ebay, no problems yet, but I do agree that stuff thats hard to replace should always come from a well known place.
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« Reply #14 on: August 20, 2009, 02:17:55 am »
We are very cautious about buying from ebay.  When we do it's little things, like the cluster LED's.  I just don't want a lot of garbage on my car.  I heard someone at a car show say something about one of the vehicles looking like an Auto Zone threw up on it.  Miscellaneous ebay parts can have the same effect.
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OEM fogs and spoiler
MB Twist rims
AutoMate alarm
Altezza Euro-style tails
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all windows tinted
WeatherTech in-channel vent visors
Fig Eng mesh grilles
underglow
6.5" Polk db speakers in all doors
peeled "A" pillars
custom windshield banner
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