The deteriorating classifieds culture

[Shebeen]

1 hour ago, Bub Marley said:

While we’re on this topic, what’s the consensus on selling free kit?

For example, I’ve seen loads of people advertising their Vitality kit, event kit or accessories that you receive in a race pack as an example. 

These things were not "free". Despite not having a direct transaction, you paid money in order to get them. The free market will decide if they have value. 

 

24 minutes ago, The Ouzo said:

So since I work in an environment where alot of people prefer to chat of WA but, like you, I dont want to save numbers to my phone for no reason, I discovered an app called ClicktoChat. Apparently made by whatsapp. Annoyingly the free version has a brazillion ads, but it allows you to type in a number and initiate a WA conversation without having to save the number in your phone.

I have been on clicktochat for a few years now, if they have adverts I haven't noticed them. I think it's a WA thing but you can't add random people to groups, if the other one enables this then i'll switch.

[Mountain Bru]

I just have a note with this URL in it: https://wa.me/+27XXXXXXX

I just copy the number into the URL (instead of XXXXXXX, without a 0 in front), and then clicking it makes a new whatsapp chat with the number. No apps needed.

[JayLow]

You can create a chat with a number on WhatsApp without having to save the number on both iOS and Windows versions of WhatsApp. Simply tap the plus button in the top right corner of your screen (iOS) or the pencil in block icon above the search bar (Windows app). No need for ad-filled apps or drama.

Edited July 10, 2024 by JayLow
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[droo]

Truecaller also does the chat without adding thing. Many ways to skin this cat.

[RobynE 🚵‍♀️]

54 minutes ago, JayLow said:

Simply tap the plus button in the top right corner of your screen (iOS) or the pencil in block icon above the search bar (Windows app). No need for ad-filled apps or drama.

I don’t have that option when I touch the +. I only get the option to select contacts or to add new contacts, groups, communities or broadcast. iPhone 14 Pro. 

[Spookie]

1 hour ago, RobynE said:

I don’t have that option when I touch the +. I only get the option to select contacts or to add new contacts, groups, communities or broadcast. iPhone 14 Pro. 

You just type/paste the number in where it says “search name or number“ and if the person has WhatsApp it will pop up and allow you to chat 👌 I use it often on iPhone 

(that being said, I personally do prefer to use bikehub/marketplace message rather than give out my phone number all over the place)

Edited July 10, 2024 by Spookie
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[RobynE 🚵‍♀️]

35 minutes ago, Spookie said:

You just type/paste the number in where it says “search name or number“ and if the person has WhatsApp it will pop up and allow you to chat 👌 I use it often on iPhone 

 

Oh that’s cooooool - thank you! 

[Kyle_Hanger]

From my view point, if someone does advertise their cell number on an Advert it should be accepted that they respond within a "reasonable time". A "reasonable time"  is different for most people, some think a few hours others a few days.  This also means that buyers should not be spamming a seller and vice versa. It all comes down to everyone has a life and has things to do.

While "lowballers" are irritating, it is something all sellers will encounter at some point (generalising of course). While we all have a different manner that is deemed as correct. Most times a simple "No thank you" or "This item is not negotiable" or even a simple "The lowest I will do is "RXXXX,XX".  Also one thing to bear in mind for lowballing, What you deem an item worth others might not deem it to be worth the same and this works for most things.

As per mentioned earlier with telemarketers etc. Bring the car dealer story up. If someone does request a call back or an e-mail back, it should be common courtesy to simply respond back to an e-mail or to simply cancel the callback (If possible of course). Unfortunately many people simply don't work this way and believe the world revolves around them.

As Matt mentioned before a "Speedy responder" badge could work, however how would this be moderated, would a prompt come up after a transaction asking to rate various categories deemed as important? Respectfulness, honesty etc or whatever else is decided upon? How admin heavy would something like this be? What happens when people start faking stats and reviews like many popular online marketplaces?

And yes lowballers and disrespectful buyers are really annoying but "Cost of business" I suppose. It is a free market after all.

[Hairy]

So I am "passively" looking for a fork and stumble on this .... the seller notes "has cosmetics work on the fork tower" damage in the add!?!?!

This is an add placed by a supposed cycle store, WTF.

[Barry]

33 minutes ago, Hairy said:

So I am "passively" looking for a fork and stumble on this .... the seller notes "has cosmetics work on the fork tower" damage in the add!?!?!

This is an add placed by a supposed cycle store, WTF.

The crack on the fork lower should buff out.

[splat]

1 hour ago, Barry said:

The crack on the fork lower should buff out.

And keep buffing all that anodising off the stanchions so that they are uniformly silver...

[Barry]

48 minutes ago, splat said:

And keep buffing all that anodising off the stanchions so that they are uniformly silver...

I just don't understand how a crack like that could just be cosmetic. Yes stations are shot but the crack is just an accident waiting to happen.

 

 

[love2fly]

On 7/7/2024 at 1:29 PM, no calves said:

Lately received a lot of lowball offers. Not even a "hi, would jou accept an offer of x amount." Just:

Rxxx

Nothing more.

 

So i just started to reply with just as much disrespect/lack of sillables: NO

 

I love it when I get lowballed...I'll pay you Rx......CASH.....like I was going to accept instalments, salt, goats cattle....FFS!

[karma]

Before naming and shaming, what's your take on this scenario:

Buyer buys wheelset from me, after negotiating price down significantly.

Less than 3 months later, reselling wheels, just added new cassette, for -R5k more, and twisting the truth about mileage on tyres a bit.

The Casette is not R5k BTW.

 

[Mook]

50 minutes ago, karma said:

Before naming and shaming, what's your take on this scenario:

Buyer buys wheelset from me, after negotiating price down significantly.

Less than 3 months later, reselling wheels, just added new cassette, for -R5k more, and twisting the truth about mileage on tyres a bit.

The Casette is not R5k BTW.

 

I guess it is his property now and he can sell for whatever makes him tick.

My story ........

I blessed somebody with a fully functional and licenced scooter. Two weeks later he sells it for a handsome price. Needless to say - I was ticked as hell.

Fact is, once you are not the owner any longer, the new owner can do with the item as they please.

As they say in the movies .....

 If you want loyalty, get a dog

 

[Barry]

You sold them at R2500? your ratings would suggest the buyer is now selling at R7500.