posted on March 26, 2001 04:01:33 PM new
Hi folks. Here at AuctionWatch we're putting together a story about prank auctions--like the recent Mir space station wreckage auctions on eBay--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 28, 2001 01:04:14 PM new
I dont quite understand what you mean by "Prank". Do you mean something that does not exist? If so, no I dont like the idea. I would not want to buy or sell from such a sight.
posted on March 28, 2001 01:25:27 PM new
For a dollar if you are creatively outrageous enough, you can get on the news. People want their 15 minutes.
Buck a throw - you can't beat that.
Bidding on them is akin to tipping a street musician. We want to see more of their work!
The news picks it up because odd sells - just ask the Enquirer.
They do not hurt a site. How can you hurt ebay these days anyway?
posted on March 28, 2001 04:28:31 PM new
When Bidville starts charging listing fees they will suffer the same fate as YaWho and that won't be a big suprise to anybody except perhaps Tim Koogle and Brian Fitzgerald.
