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What is "low ball"

A lot of ads say something to the effect "no lowballers please". So I'm curious what people think is "lowball".

I'm looking for a percentage from people. I'm thinking less than 75% of asking price is where "low ball" kicks in, but I'm interested in what the general consensus is (if there is one).
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hifihvn
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01-29-12: Polk432
Audiomart... They'd recommend even less if they thought it would make them more sales fees. Think about it.
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Audiomart fees?
hifihvn
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01-29-12: Polk432
Agon has fees. Just ask them. I agree with Hevac. Either have the money or butt out.
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Either have the money or butt out. Real classy.

Make up your mind. You stated Audiomart.
hifihvn
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01-29-12: Polk432
Chadnliz, there's nothing wrong with a good deal that benefits the buyer and seller, but I didn't retire at 49 by letting people walk all over me when I made sales.

In other words, your a "professional lowballer".
hifihvn
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Chadnilz, sorry, I was referring to Polk.

I should have said he is a professional highballer for his sales, and a professional lowballer when buying.
hifihvn
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Granted, you could get it for a bit less, probably, when new. Say 10%. I put it at $1400. No paypal fees, free shipping. One year warranty. I get an offer of $400$ Is that a lowball offer? I'd say. Is it insulting? To me, yes. Anyone that wants to sell me things for about 10 cents on the dollar, charge no fees, or shipping, and give me a one year warranty, just email. I'll take it all. I still reply, but, I know it won't work out before I do. I buy thing's, and I sometimes make a RESONABLE offer

If someone made me a lowball offer like that, I wouldn't feel insulted, I would just figure the source of this kind of offer is not worth it.
hifihvn
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Maybe THIS THREAD qualifies Polk432 for a Foot in Mouth Award.
hifihvn
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01-02-11: Polk432
when I was working, and have been lucky enough NEVER to have paid retail for anything in my life. NEVER will either. I'll go without as long as I have to, but cash is still King and the sellers will finally give in. I'm happy

Enough said!


02-03-12: Polk432
If a buyer thinks they can pay whatever they want, then step up to the plate and pay retail...unless you don't have enough to be in the hobby to begin with.

He said it...

02-04-12: Polk432 I'm still standin.

California, don't bother recording that little tremor. It was just Polk432 hitting the canvas in Florida...
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