posted on March 26, 2001 04:00:48 PM new
Hi folks. Here at AuctionWatch we're putting together a story about prank auctions--like the recent Mir space station wreckage auctions--and we'd like to get your feedback. Why do you think prank auctions get so much media publicity? Why do people list/bid on them--what's the appeal? Do prank auctions hurt a site's reputation as a serious venue, despite the free publicity and notoriety? Post any comments you have here or feel free to email me directly at [email protected]. Thanks in advance for your input.
posted on March 26, 2001 04:41:08 PM new
Sometimes people just need a laugh. They get so caught up in "auction tensions" that they say, 'Yeah, why not?' and they bid on a piece of the Mir. They know it is likely to be a joke. I remember one time on Ebay someone put up a real piece of junk...and described it accurately as such. Said in the ad that a bidder would have to be crazy to bid on this worthless piece of junk. And the piece sold. Yep, sometimes you just need a laugh....
Selling books, music, videos, art on the internet...Thank you for your business! Marilyn
posted on March 27, 2001 11:48:43 AM new
msager......right on!
I sold on ebay a batch of fabric that was old, but not really vintage, poorly cut into diamonds, all would have to be recut, and SMELLED! I described it throughly as such and even called it something such as 'ikky'. I had clear scans (2) that showed how pathetic it was, and started it at $1.00 + shipping. It got several bids and sold for about $10.00! A man bought it and I emailed him after he got it and he said he quilts and it was just what he wanted.
I have quilted for many years and this fabric, while not worthless, was also not rare or hard-to-find in better shape. Different strokes for different folks.
Edited to add; I also sold a stinky, ikky book ONCE, [it is against my policy] but this was a rare and good condition (otherwise) title. I leaned heavily on how much mildew and odor there was but it sold right away (Amazon) and they were ecstatic! Still........you run a risk the buyer will say they didn't SEEEEEEE your #7 font saying "DAMAGED, MILDEWED, TORN, PAGES MISSING, DOG CHEWED".
Hahhaahha, the last worked for me one time, I listed an American Kennel Club book with a corner completely chewed OFF to the depth of about 10 pages as " dog chewed, he tasted and does NOT APPROVE!". Sold for about $8.00, if I remember right!
Be nice to your sister, don't run in the house, don't make those faces or it will freeze that way! Mom
[ edited by immykidsmom on Mar 27, 2001 11:56 AM ]
