Doug Henning disappearing act

I sold some interconnects with an OBO proviso, and stated that reasonble offers were welcome, but that something like 10 dollars would not be considered "reasonable". I sold pronto and both buyers were at or near the asking price.

Personally, it seems unrealistic to expect anything close to full dollar value on most items. Even when relatively new, I pretty much halved the price on my interconnects and didn't feel like haggling too much on the price. This may be less of an option for the seller financially on higher ticket items, however.

Just had another one today, only this guy said he was going to PayPal money for my amplifiers, and THEN demanded a discount because he wanted different tubes to come with them. What is going on here?

That one is Cups-N-Balls.

i too have experienced this, now i don't consider anything sold, until i receive my "You've Got Cash !!!" message from paypal.

Audiomart days-

I think what we are witnessing IMHO is indicative of our new technology--the email buy. Our hobby is unique in many ways and for me the best experience is in conversation with fellow audiophiles. There is an understanding and respectfulness when meeting someone for the first time on the phone (Audiomart days). I am afraid its a lot easier to 'lead on' via email. Hard to know if the person is seriously offering or just picking your brain.

A one to one conversation will more likely result in a better outcome for both parties. Perhaps its best for those who are left with the virtual empty bag to start commenting via Audiogon feedback when a serious offer has been made and there is no valid reason given for the change of mind.