Sure. A buyer bought a painting on eBay. When it arrived, there were hidden images beneath the surface that only showed up in certain lights. The images were disturbing, like distorted faces. It was so scary that the buyer couldn't keep it in the house. Another is a person who ordered a music box. When it played, it had a really off - key and haunting tune that gave them the chills.
Sure. A customer bought a van on ebay motors. The van was supposed to come with a working air conditioning system. But when they received it, the air con was completely broken. It cost a lot to repair. Another horror story is about a sports car. The paint job looked great in the pictures, but in reality, it was full of scratches and dents that had been poorly covered up.
Sure. One person started selling makeup samples on eBay. These were samples they got from various makeup brands through promotions or events. Since these samples were often hard to get and inexpensive, they were very popular. The seller made sure to list the brand names clearly and describe the product contents accurately. They also offered combined shipping for multiple purchases, which made it more appealing to customers. This simple strategy led to a successful eBay makeup selling business.
A used computer parts seller on eBay managed to succeed by being extremely organized. They had a well - categorized inventory on their eBay store, making it simple for customers to navigate. They also provided warranties on some of their parts, which was rare in the used parts market. This gave buyers more confidence in their purchases. Another story is of a used gardening equipment parts seller. They focused on environmental - friendly packaging. Their customers appreciated this, and they also offered free gardening tips with each purchase. This unique approach helped them build a brand and increase their sales on eBay.
One scary eBay story is about a person who bought a supposedly 'antique' doll. When it arrived, it had strange markings and an eerie presence. The buyer started having nightmares after it was in their house. Another story involves a buyer who received a package with a strange smell. Inside was a damaged item that seemed to have been used in some sort of ritual, which was really creepy.
Sure. For example, a beauty seller on eBay noticed a gap in the market for organic haircare products for a specific hair type. They developed their own line, priced it competitively, and used eBay's advertising options. Their products were an instant hit as they were solving a real problem for customers. This led to a significant increase in sales and brand recognition.
I've heard of a horror story on ebay where a buyer's account was hacked. The hacker made several purchases using the buyer's payment information. Ebay took some time to detect the unusual activity and in the meantime, the buyer had to deal with the banks to stop payments and clear their name. It was a nightmare of paperwork and communication with multiple parties.
Sure. One Ebay horror story could be about receiving a completely different item from what was described. For example, a customer ordered a brand new smartphone but received a broken and very old model instead. The seller then refused to take it back or give a refund.
There was this story I heard. A person was selling a collection of old postcards. The description was a bit off and instead of getting annoyed, the bidders started making up their own stories about the postcards in the comments. It turned into this really fun, creative exchange and the item sold for way more than expected.
There was a seller on eBay who specialized in vintage clothing. They sourced rare pieces from thrift stores and estate sales. Through detailed descriptions and high - quality photos on eBay, they attracted collectors. Their positive feedback on eBay built their reputation, and now they are one of the top vintage clothing sellers on the platform, with a large and loyal customer base.
One funny eBay story is about a person who accidentally listed their cat's favorite toy as a rare collectible. They described it in such a detailed and serious way, but it was just a regular old mouse toy. Bidders were confused at first but then found it hilarious when they realized the truth.