So I finally bought a Power tool on ebay

[pancing]

The Picture shows a different model than the description, it isn't a stock photo, reverse image search comes up with no hits so the seller took the picture.

If this is what I think it is, I'm buying the whole lot.

 

I've Never bought a power tool on ebay from another person before, I took a chance and spent 200$ to see what happens, how is ebay with mistakes?

Any help at all would be welcome as I've stated I've never bought a power tool from anything other than a ebay storefront.

[eddie1976]

I bought something and no issues. But it was only $30 and the seller had great ratings. What is the tool? 

 

[pancing]

its just an old panasonic that we need to replace. because its ipx or ipc dust/water proof i just hope it is what it is.

[BMack37]

Ebay will cover you if there is a problem. Now if you were the seller and you described it perfectly and took detailed pictures of any damage and a buyer complains that you used too much tape on the package, they'd screw you like a cheap hooker.

[pancing]

12 minutes ago, BMack37 said:

Ebay will cover you if there is a problem. Now if you were the seller and you described it perfectly and took detailed pictures of any damage and a buyer complains that you used too much tape on the package, they'd screw you like a cheap hooker.

so what you're saying is that as a buyer, im more protected than a seller?

[Logan]

I've never bought anything on eBay but I know eBay is pretty good about taking care of any problems 

[BMack37]

1 hour ago, pancing said:

so what you're saying is that as a buyer, im more protected than a seller?

 

Yes, significantly. I only sell on eBay if I really have to at this point, it's terrible as a seller.

[JimboS1ice]

Fortunately selling I've ran into 0 issues, but I buy most of my tools on eBay, and have had great luck but here are my tips:

1: know what your buying, model numbers, rpms, other identifying stats

2: beware of buyer refurbs

3: be cautious with used tools, check for details and lots of pictures, I will buy used if there are good pictures

4: only buy from US buyers, if in US

5: if it's too good to be true it more than likely is, but refer to number 4, a lot of those deals come from China

6: there are knock offs but use your judgement, most new (other) listings are guys that get screaming deals on kits and break them up to sell

6: if the listing differs from the picture, inquire about it, don't be afraid to send a message

We have an eBay deals thread, if you have questions on listings post on it or even PM me, I'll take a look, few of use on here are major eBay regulars

Jimbo

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[BMack37]

I'm surprised we haven't seen more Milwaukee deals with the system glitch on Fuel stuff, it was only for a few hours but it seems like a LOT of people picked up a lot of stuff.

[KnarlyCarl]

Bought a few things on eBay, but only new tools I knew had warranty on them, haven't bought used tools for years

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[JimboS1ice]

Here is a good example of a listing to avoid, note the seller because they are liable to have mistakes in other listings as well

[wildroamer]

What is the mistake Jimbo?

[jeffmcmillan]

3 minutes ago, wildroamer said:

What is the mistake Jimbo?

The tool doesn't match the title or box in the background.  At least that's all I noticed.

[DR99]

Yea the tool doesn't match the one that should be in the box. That's not the Fuel high torque impact wrench

[JimboS1ice]

Right it lists the fuel model, shows the fuel box but the brushed model with only 450ish ft lbs of torque not 700

Jimbo

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