Author Topic: Ebay description NOS Vs Used (Read 471 times)

Daletsunami · « **on:** April 13, 2010, 03:18 PM »

This might have been posted up before but how do I know if an item is NOS or used?

I've bought something off ebay, a wheel, that was described as NOS and when it has came it looks like it has had some treatment to the sidewalls maybe some wet and dry and there are lots of scratches etc where it's maybe been knocked.

It looks original but I don't think it's NOS and although I would have still liked the Wheel I am a little confused at what to do now as i'm a little unhappy about the condition but I want the wheel, i'm just going to have to give it a little treatment $:-\$

Can I do anything or will it be an opinion based argument that I won't win?

ozone · « **Reply #1 on:** April 13, 2010, 03:28 PM »

Quote from: Daletsunami on April 13, 2010, 03:18 PM

This might have been posted up before but how do I know if an item is NOS or used?

I've bought something off ebay, a wheel, that was described as NOS and when it has came it looks like it has had some treatment to the sidewalls maybe some wet and dry and there are lots of scratches etc where it's maybe been knocked.

It looks original but I don't think it's NOS and although I would have still liked the Wheel I am a little confused at what to do now as i'm a little unhappy about the condition but I want the wheel, i'm just going to have to give it a little treatment $:-\$

Can I do anything or will it be an opinion based argument that I won't win?

NOS can have shelfware but this should be disclosed, really. If there's any evidence of brake rub, then you definitely have a case.

monkian · « **Reply #2 on:** April 13, 2010, 03:45 PM »

I've had a similar problem with some rims.
Was told there was only a mark on the front, turned out to be a couple of dents and one in the rear.
Told the seller I was disappointed with the condition but happy to keep them (without sounding aggro).
He offered a full refund but that's a waste of time because I'd have been out of pocket on the post.
I suggested a partial refund. We agreed on 50%.

Be upfront with the guy, he might be cool about it. Especially if you have to leave feedback

dannywhiteley · « **Reply #3 on:** April 13, 2010, 03:56 PM »

As a buyer you have the upper hand when it comes to feedback. Make sure he knows this without sounding aggresive. Tell him you are 'disappointed' rather than pissed off and you will get a better response.

ozone · « **Reply #4 on:** April 13, 2010, 09:42 PM »

Quote from: dannywhiteley on April 13, 2010, 03:56 PM

As a buyer you have the upper hand when it comes to feedback. Make sure he knows this without sounding aggresive. Tell him you are 'disappointed' rather than pissed off and you will get a better response.

Just added you to my 'blocked bidders list' on eBay.