Put money down on bass... guy is not replying emails

NickInMesa · #1 01-18-2010, 10:35 PM

Someone had a Kingston Heir 5 for $350 and I went to look at it at his house on Monday, put $60 down to think it over, then I decided to go for it.

Since Friday, I have tried to get the seller to reply to my many emails and calls, I left several emails and voice mails, tried to be calm and understanding, saying that I hoped nothing was wrong, etc...

Still no response.

I have the address... Should I just go unannounced or wait a little more?

He may have gone for the MLK week-end, who knows, but it's a bit rude.

What do you guys advise me to do?

I really am getting to the point where I want my $60 back and look for something else.

It's flipping upsetting.

aws1963 · #2 01-18-2010, 10:43 PM

Get a reciept for that deposit?

Hopefully, he's just gone for the long weekend. I have to agree leaving without letting you know when he has your cash is pretty crappy!

I'd call again tomorrow and see if you get a response. If not by the end of the day, I'd head over tomorrow evening and cold call.

Hope it works out for you!

Funny how a simple phone call to you would have eliminated all this grief. Some people don't get it do they! Good Luck!

NickInMesa · #3 01-18-2010, 10:49 PM

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Originally Posted by aws1963

Get a reciept for that deposit?

Hopefully, he's just gone for the long weekend. I have to agree leaving without letting you know when he has your cash is pretty crappy!

I'd call again tomorrow and see if you get a response. If not by the end of the day, I'd head over tomorrow evening and cold call.

Hope it works out for you!

Funny how a simple phone call to you would have eliminated all this grief. Some people don't get it do they! Good Luck!

His ad is still up and shows the bass with a SOLD next to it.

I hope he'll be back.

Agreed, shows little respect.

And also lives in a nice neighborhood, big house, clean and obviously doing well. I am sure he's not stealing my $60 but it's pissing me off.

aws1963 · #4 01-19-2010, 12:51 PM

Sounds like you'll be just fine!

My biggest gripe about buying stuff online from private parties is the total lack of communication skills most sellers have. I pm'd a guy about some pups 2 weeks ago, and he never responded. Thread is still up with even more questions from TB'ers.

Let us know what happens!

Post a pic when you get it!