-1 JDTaylor

[sadclownwp]

I messaged user about buying a POF. He asks what day I was thinking of meeting up, I tell him Saturday or Sunday. He comes back and says Saturday morning works best. I give him a time and location. Then he sells it to someone else who supposedly messaged him first. I will never deal with @JDTaylor again.

 

[marvin02]

Your last message was a question so it looks like you were still working out details. The deal is not done until all details are worked out.

 

[Cameramonkey]

Your last message was a question so it looks like you were still working out details. The deal is not done until all details are worked out.

But if somebody has already claimed the item as sadclown claims (Per JD) , JD should have said so. "hey, saturday AM would work best, but you are 2nd in line. Somebody else has dibs on it because they beat you to the punch. I'll let you know if they back out."

 

[marvin02]

But if somebody has already claimed the item as sadclown claims (Per JD) , JD should have said so. "hey, saturday AM would work best, but you are 2nd in line. Somebody else has dibs on it because they beat you to the punch. I'll let you know if they back out."

How can the item be claimed if the deal is not finalized? That includes the details of the meet. I mean I always have dibs on riding shotgun, until I don't.

Are you in mod mode or user mode? Please clarify.

 

[WebSnyper]

How can the item be claimed if the deal is not finalized? That includes the details of the meet. I mean I always have dibs on riding shotgun, until I don't.

Are you in mod mode or user mode? Please clarify.

There's not a rule against this kind of a$$ hattery that I'm aware of for him to enforce on this in mod mode, so would seem clear to me.

 

[Expat]

But if somebody has already claimed the item as sadclown claims (Per JD) , JD should have said so. "hey, saturday AM would work best, but you are 2nd in line. Somebody else has dibs on it because they beat you to the punch. I'll let you know if they back out."

I agree. It looks like he wanted to keep him on the line as a backup. he should have just told him that.

 

[TJ Kackowski]

Add him to your ignore list. I resisted this move for years, but now that I've started to do this, my time on the forum is soooo much more pleasant.

Just took a look at my list. Strange how the only people on it are newbies, shooters, or from bad interactions in the classifieds.

 

[Cameramonkey]

How can the item be claimed if the deal is not finalized? That includes the details of the meet. I mean I always have dibs on riding shotgun, until I don't.

Are you in mod mode or user mode? Please clarify.

User mode. Mods dont get involved in classifieds.

Posts like this (and feedback) are the solution to this problem.

 

[Jaybird1980]

I agree that he should have been told if there were people inline ahead of him.

You are also dealing with a member who has been here 5 years and only has 5 posts outside of the classifieds. Those 5 posts were within the first 2 days of joining.

You take your chances.

 

[radar8756]

I see both sides

Working M-F I have to do the "meet on Saturday" - but accept if they Take a offer during the Week

OTOH- if they SAY they will hold it - I would be pi**ed if they sold it before hand - or just didn't show up on Saturday

 

[Leo]

I was a seller and something like that happened. Buyer number one said he definately wanted it but was not sure he could get the money. We both agreed I could not hold it. Buyer number 2 said he wanted to think about it. Buyer number one knocks on my door with cash. We were both happy. Buyer number two felt cheated.

All of those interactions were face to face, it is another variable with phones, texts or email.

I have had some cars I was interested get sold before I made my decision and brought the money. I was sad that it happened but figured I should have made an agreement and put a deposit down if I wanted to be locked in. Anything other than cash and carry in person has nuances that no one wins.

 

[bwframe]

Good communication is the key to good transactions.

It pays to be childishly clear about any detail, until the deal is completely done.

If there is any opportunity to complete the deal sooner than later, it is best for both parties. Before either party has life stuff or any other thing get in the way.

Sometimes a gentle foot in the butt can prompt things along. I have had folks change their Saturday plans to now, when told that I couldn't hold the item, but would contact in the event of more offers.

(Honestly, unless you know them well or their feedback is from those you know well, "not available to meet until the weekend," can be a opening for problems.) happens and it stings when it happens to you. Most of the fails I've had have been "not available until the weekend folks."

Also had a couple of fine folks understand me waiting on a check to come to pay for a high dollar purchase next week. Comitting a for sure and referencing my excellent feedback score was helpful with that I believe.

 

[Flingarrows]

How can the item be claimed if the deal is not finalized? That includes the details of the meet. I mean I always have dibs on riding shotgun, until I don't.

Are you in mod mode or user mode? Please clarify.

Not buying it. He wants both on the hook

 

[Squirt239]

Add him to your ignore list. I resisted this move for years, but now that I've started to do this, my time on the forum is soooo much more pleasant.

Just took a look at my list. Strange how the only people on it are newbies, shooters, or from bad interactions in the classifieds.

Made the cut....YES!!!

 

[WebSnyper]

Made the cut....YES!!!

I'm quoting your post, so he'll be able to see it.

 

[1nderbeard]

That's why I always say "I'll take it."
You didn't say that, and so technically you were still negotiating.

 

[KokomoDave]

I had nothing but stellar interaction with JDTaylor!

 

[Creedmoor]

I'm quoting your post, so he'll be able to see it.

Quote me, i'm definitely on his list.

 

[bobzilla]

this is yet again another reason I do not deal with under 50 post "site subscriber" sellers. If I scroll throught their posts and they've ONLY been a seller? Nope. If I want a gun store I'll go to a gun store.

 

[TJ Kackowski]

Quote me, i'm definitely on his list.

Oddly enough, not yet ... I have a promise to Bigtanker to uphold.

It has been ... difficult ... but getting easier as time passes.