The Official Craigslist Thread (Round 3)

[BillyTheKnife]

About to pick these up. Can anyone tell what brand these might be? 300 seems like a steal regardless
harrisonburg.craigslist.org/spo/5225663186.html

[adaje41]

Anyone here experiencing issues with replying emails on Craigslist?

I have an item I have listed for a couple weeks now. I've received 6 replies asking if it's still available, and a 7th asking if I would lower my price. I replied back and answered "Yes" to all of them but I haven't received a reply from any of them again.

I have a feeling that my replies aren't getting sent out. I mean, what are the chances of 7 interested people that I replied back to just suddenly losing interest and not responding back? I would have expected at least one of them (specifically person #7) to haggle for the price.

Or me personally, just being polite, if I lost interest in something I would let the seller know "sorry maybe next time" or something similar.

[Cleveland33]

About to pick these up. Can anyone tell what brand these might be? 300 seems like a steal regardless
harrisonburg.craigslist.org/spo/5225663186.html

it is going to be tough to id the manufacturer but that does look like a steal

[Stasher1]

it is going to be tough to id the manufacturer but that does look like a steal

Yup. Worth picking up just to build lighter db's if you don't need/want the heavier ones.

[vonschnapps]

Anyone here experiencing issues with replying emails on Craigslist?

I have an item I have listed for a couple weeks now. I've received 6 replies asking if it's still available, and a 7th asking if I would lower my price. I replied back and answered "Yes" to all of them but I haven't received a reply from any of them again.

I have a feeling that my replies aren't getting sent out. I mean, what are the chances of 7 interested people that I replied back to just suddenly losing interest and not responding back? I would have expected at least one of them (specifically person #7) to haggle for the price.

Or me personally, just being polite, if I lost interest in something I would let the seller know "sorry maybe next time" or something similar.

Are they real responses or CL spam type responses? Real ones have more user info than just random letters and numbers in their reply name. Also, are they asking specific type questions that indicate that they actually read the ad. I get a lot of responses that are not 'real' inquiries, more like potential phishing attempts. Also, there are a lot of kids with basically good intentions that will inquire about an ad just because they saw it, got excited, sent an inquiry, but don't have the money or parents permission to purchase it. An inquiry on CL is a no risk proposition. I'm also surprised at how many ads I inquired about, but never received a response from the seller. They probably sold the item and just ignore the email or text. The irritants are the ones that haggle over price, set up but cancel a pick-up, and never close the deal.

[Bench905]

I have a feeling that my replies aren't getting sent out. I mean, what are the chances of 7 interested people that I replied back to just suddenly losing interest and not responding back? I would have expected at least one of them (specifically person #7) to haggle for the price.

Or me personally, just being polite, if I lost interest in something I would let the seller know "sorry maybe next time" or something similar.

Short answer - people are a-holes on CL.

I think almost every exchange starts with "Still available?" Really frustrating, but I'm still going to reply and say yes. I could put a solid gold brick on there for $50 and someone would offer $40 and would need me to meet closer to them. There are a lot of people on CL that are there to try to flip stuff (not just lifting stuff...anything) - they have no interest in a fair deal...they just want to rip people off and make a few bucks.

Edit: I could be bitter because I'm trying to sell a laptop that goes for $500-$600 on eBay for $450 and I'm getting offers of $180-$250 from a lot of people.

[LSBKEB]

About to pick these up. Can anyone tell what brand these might be? 300 seems like a steal regardless
harrisonburg.craigslist.org/spo/5225663186.html

I emailed that person a couple times and never got an answer, you must have beat me to it! If you are interested in selling the 80-110lbs for a quick flip, I may be interested. Good pick up

[Cleveland33]

Short answer - people are a-holes on CL.

I think almost every exchange starts with "Still available?" Really frustrating, but I'm still going to reply and say yes. I could put a solid gold brick on there for $50 and someone would offer $40 and would need me to meet closer to them. There are a lot of people on CL that are there to try to flip stuff (not just lifting stuff...anything) - they have no interest in a fair deal...they just want to rip people off and make a few bucks.

Edit: I could be bitter because I'm trying to sell a laptop that goes for $500-$600 on eBay for $450 and I'm getting offers of $180-$250 from a lot of people.

I'll give you $150 for the laptop

[dieselmike]

I'll give you $150 for the laptop

LMAO... Well played.

As far as the "Is it still available?" I state at the bottom of any of my ads: "Emails/texts asking 'Is it still available' or 'What's the best you can do' will not be answered."

It's not fool proof, but it does get rid of some of the riff raft. If nothing else, it show the reader that you are no stranger to CL and aware of the nonsense questions.

[Bench905]

As far as the "Is it still available?" I state at the bottom of any of my ads: "Emails/texts asking 'Is it still available' or 'What's the best you can do' will not be answered."

It's not fool proof, but it does get rid of some of the riff raft. If nothing else, it show the reader that you are no stranger to CL and aware of the nonsense questions.

I used to state that at the bottom of my ads too, but it didn't stop anyone from still asking. In selling this laptop, I just had the most ridiculous exchange. Guy sent an e-mail asking for the specs...I replied that every spec is clearly listed in the ad. He asked for pics...again, pics are in the ad. He responded for where I'm located...again, in the ad. People are just idiots.

I refuse to play the "what's the best you can do" or "what's your bottom dollar" game. Either I will list the price as firm or if they ask those questions, I say that the price is listed and that's what I'm looking to get, but they are free to make an offer. Alternatively you can say "What's the most you will pay?"

[adaje41]

Are they real responses or CL spam type responses? Real ones have more user info than just random letters and numbers in their reply name. Also, are they asking specific type questions that indicate that they actually read the ad. I get a lot of responses that are not 'real' inquiries, more like potential phishing attempts. Also, there are a lot of kids with basically good intentions that will inquire about an ad just because they saw it, got excited, sent an inquiry, but don't have the money or parents permission to purchase it. An inquiry on CL is a no risk proposition. I'm also surprised at how many ads I inquired about, but never received a response from the seller. They probably sold the item and just ignore the email or text. The irritants are the ones that haggle over price, set up but cancel a pick-up, and never close the deal.

they were real people, I think. I remember specifically 3 of them had real names on the email, because I used their first name when I replied back. Although their reply emails were craiglist generated emails (ones with random letters/numbers) and not typical gmail or something.

Short answer - people are a-holes on CL.


I think almost every exchange starts with "Still available?" Really frustrating, but I'm still going to reply and say yes. I could put a solid gold brick on there for $50 and someone would offer $40 and would need me to meet closer to them. There are a lot of people on CL that are there to try to flip stuff (not just lifting stuff...anything) - they have no interest in a fair deal...they just want to rip people off and make a few bucks.

Edit: I could be bitter because I'm trying to sell a laptop that goes for $500-$600 on eBay for $450 and I'm getting offers of $180-$250 from a lot of people.

you guys are probably right, they probably just lost interest or are a-holes. it was just uncommon for me. I bought and sold things on craigslist before and got replies from people. I just thought it was weird that I got 7 queries in a row but did not get replies back

[Cleveland33]

I used to state that at the bottom of my ads too, but it didn't stop anyone from still asking. In selling this laptop, I just had the most ridiculous exchange. Guy sent an e-mail asking for the specs...I replied that every spec is clearly listed in the ad. He asked for pics...again, pics are in the ad. He responded for where I'm located...again, in the ad. People are just idiots.

I refuse to play the "what's the best you can do" or "what's your bottom dollar" game. Either I will list the price as firm or if they ask those questions, I say that the price is listed and that's what I'm looking to get, but they are free to make an offer. Alternatively you can say "What's the most you will pay?"

I wonder if people do that as a means of starting the conversation and thinking that maybe the seller is desperate and will just offer a lower price to get rid of it.

Was it you that would start telling people higher prices than what was listed in the ad when people emailed to ask? Might want to try that.

[Dont Want None]

Anyone have any experience or know about these benches?00M0M_4MXW4aSvwgU_600x450.jpg

I tried searching here, and doing a Google search. Best I could find is a gym called In-Shape... Maybe a commercial bench that they had their logo added to?
Trying to determine what to offer for them, as they'd go well in my set-up.

[stoudtlr]

i would go with the free weight setup in a heartbeat. you're going to end up with more versatility and ease of upgrade. then you can sell what you don't use and replace it.

just my opinion

Thanks. Picked up the rack, bench, and weights a week ago. Was worth the $750. Don't think they were used much. Not even a chip of paint missing on the rack. At some point I need to sell the body solid bench that came with it and pick up an FID. This one is only flat or incline. Wife did NOT like the idea of the power rack going in the back of our finished basement/theater so it's in the garage.

[urbanlifter]

Short answer - people are a-holes on CL.

I think almost every exchange starts with "Still available?" Really frustrating, but I'm still going to reply and say yes. I could put a solid gold brick on there for $50 and someone would offer $40 and would need me to meet closer to them. There are a lot of people on CL that are there to try to flip stuff (not just lifting stuff...anything) - they have no interest in a fair deal...they just want to rip people off and make a few bucks.

Edit: I could be bitter because I'm trying to sell a laptop that goes for $500-$600 on eBay for $450 and I'm getting offers of $180-$250 from a lot of people.

I feel your frustration, I listed a shop vac on CL the other day for $40 and a lady had the nerve to offer $30 when they know it would cost them over $120 at Lowe's. Then I have my entire garage gym setup listed for $1500 and the last offer I received was $500 cash LOL. In my experience small electronics that are shipped easily are better sold on eBay, even after the Paypal and eBay listing fees you generally come out better than local CL.

[Cleveland33]

Short answer - people are a-holes on CL.

I think almost every exchange starts with "Still available?" Really frustrating, but I'm still going to reply and say yes. I could put a solid gold brick on there for $50 and someone would offer $40 and would need me to meet closer to them. There are a lot of people on CL that are there to try to flip stuff (not just lifting stuff...anything) - they have no interest in a fair deal...they just want to rip people off and make a few bucks.

Edit: I could be bitter because I'm trying to sell a laptop that goes for $500-$600 on eBay for $450 and I'm getting offers of $180-$250 from a lot of people.

$165 for the laptop, final offer

[urbanlifter]

Would you be willing to deliver it? I live two hours away and would pay you an additional $10.

[Cleveland33]

Would you be willing to deliver it? I live two hours away and would pay you an additional $10.

when I get the laptop I will sell it to you for $300 but with free shipping

[irongrandpa]

I feel your frustration, I listed a shop vac on CL the other day for $40 and a lady had the nerve to offer $30 when they know it would cost them over $120 at Lowe's. Then I have my entire garage gym setup listed for $1500 and the last offer I received was $500 cash LOL. In my experience small electronics that are shipped easily are better sold on eBay, even after the Paypal and eBay listing fees you generally come out better than local CL.

I'll give you $550 for the entire gym and you won't even have to deliver it.

[wheels30]

http://newjersey.craigslist.org/spo/5232904644.html

Cheap AdiPowers! Get em now.

[Mechanon84]

http://newjersey.craigslist.org/spo/5232904644.html

Cheap AdiPowers! Get em now.

In Rockaway? Is it worth the risk? lol.

[eoakland]

Anyone have any experience or know about these benches?Attachment 7976943

I tried searching here, and doing a Google search. Best I could find is a gym called In-Shape... Maybe a commercial bench that they had their logo added to?
Trying to determine what to offer for them, as they'd go well in my set-up.

forget the benches, the real gem there is the set of iron grip prostyle dumbbells. whoever got those is a lucky son of a gun , and i bet he is doing an amazing job of restoring them =)

and if you still really want the benches, offer him $100 for both.

[Dont Want None]

forget the benches, the real gem there is the set of iron grip prostyle dumbbells. whoever got those is a lucky son of a gun , and i bet he is doing an amazing job of restoring them =)

and if you still really want the benches, offer him $100 for both.

Yeah they originally posted the lot for $1800. I think it was a typo, cause the next morning they were going for $800 total. Too bad I didn't ask about the dumbbells alone at first...

[eoakland]

Yeah they originally posted the lot for $1800. I think it was a typo, cause the next morning they were going for $800 total. Too bad I didn't ask about the dumbbells alone at first...

don't worry, i can send you pictures of them. =)

[BulkMore]

Ive seen this before...

www .govliquidation.com/auction/view?auctionId=10151070&convertTo=USD

harrisburg.craigslist.org/fod/5236114880.html

I guess the angle here is to feel out what people are going to offer...make sure you win the GL auction for much less than that...then profit.

Also...besides breaking these db's down and making pairs...what would one want with single heavy dumbbells? Cant imagine many people doing one are rows with such heavy weights.

Some hammer strength benches. Needs a lot of tlc though... www .govliquidation.com/auction/view?auctionId=10149022&convertTo=USD

[eoakland]

Ive seen this before...

www .govliquidation.com/auction/view?auctionId=10151070&convertTo=USD

harrisburg.craigslist.org/fod/5236114880.html

I guess the angle here is to feel out what people are going to offer...make sure you win the GL auction for much less than that...then profit.

Also...besides breaking these db's down and making pairs...what would one want with single heavy dumbbells? Cant imagine many people doing one are rows with such heavy weights.

Some hammer strength benches. Needs a lot of tlc though... www .govliquidation.com/auction/view?auctionId=10149022&convertTo=USD

get ready for the backlash Lol

[BulkMore]

get ready for the backlash Lol

What do you mean? Im all for flipping/selling equipment but when you arent in possession of something and list it...seems kind of off. Especially when its that obvious. Although if you arent looking in the right place you wouldnt even know.

[Cleveland33]

I believe he means that you listed an auction - some regulars here get upset when auctions are brought to everyone's attention as it may drive prices up.

[urbanlifter]

I'll give you $550 for the entire gym and you won't even have to deliver it.

This is the point of CL negotiation where I get you all excited by first accepting your offer in a separate email, and then a day later proceed to give you the address and contact number....

555-867-5309

6969 Go Eff Yourself

LOL

[urbanlifter]

I believe he means that you listed an auction - some regulars here get upset when auctions are brought to everyone's attention as it may drive prices up.

Yup, deal killers are frowned upon here OP. Although, there have been some clutch postings where people have snagged some good deals they would have missed otherwise. Mech's post on the Williams Strength Magnum rack deal benefited several members here and I don't recall a complaint. Especially from me