my favorite post here!!!!

[rolexgiants]

this is the last bump on this watch..... if u dont hurry up and buy it now..... it will be going OFF THE MARKET AND BACK INTO MY SAFE...... then.... 2 days later the watch is right back in the FOR SALE section....lol...lol....

[Nicko]

Maybe it went back just for a rest....

[rolexgiants]

Originally Posted by Nicko

Maybe it went back just for a rest....

lol

[esm]

Originally Posted by rolexgiants

this is the last bump on this watch..... if u dont hurry up and buy it now..... it will be going OFF THE MARKET AND BACK INTO MY SAFE...... then.... 2 days later the watch is right back in the FOR SALE section....lol...lol....

maybe the seller changed his/her mind?

[rolexgiants]

Originally Posted by esm

maybe the seller changed his/her mind?

nahhhhhh..... happens all the time....

[Watchdog]

My favorite was the one that had been bumped and bumped and bumped, and then there was a threat . . . something along the lines of, If it's not sold then I am going to INCREASE the price and offer it again!

[rolexgiants]

Originally Posted by kingkongkelley

My favorite was the one that had been bumped and bumped and bumped, and then there was a threat . . . something along the lines of, If it's not sold then I am going to INCREASE the price and offer it again!

lol..lol... how about.... I CANT BELIEVE this watch is still available..... after the guy has bumped the watch up 10 times..lol..lol..lol.

[AAMD11]

hahaha wow what are the odds

[Mosco]

I don't do any of those things - the watch is either sold or it isn't.

Having said that....

You guys are a bit rough on the sellers in this instance. Many of you have no idea what it takes to go through the rif-raff of....

lowball offers
ridiculous trade offers
wild demands from not so known 'buyers'
tirekickers
'buyers' who change their mind more often than their underwear
and last, but far from least - SCAMMERS trying to take your hard-earned money

Do you phone 'The Shopping Network' and complain when they say 'This is a limited time offer' knowing damn well it isn't? Do you complain everytime an ad uses marketing language to sell a product? I'm sure you don't. So, OP, back off, will ya? Until you walk in our shoes, please reserve judgement. Focus not on those who attempt to increase interest by placing a time restriction or limitation on their product (common marketing technique, btw), but on those who are using this (or any) venue to defraud and steal.

[Dilemma]

My favorite was the one that had been bumped and bumped and bumped, and then there was a threat . . . something along the lines of, If it's not sold then I am going to INCREASE the price and offer it again!

That one cracks me up too.

Prolonged exposure to sunlight may increase chances of patina.

[bodybump]

My favorite one was last week....CAN I TRADE MY MOTORCYCLE???

[rolexgiants]

Originally Posted by bodybump

My favorite one was last week....CAN I TRADE MY MOTORCYLCE???

crazy..lol... does that include a helmet too???? lol

[rolexgiants]

Originally Posted by Mosco

I don't do any of those things - the watch is either sold or it isn't.

Having said that....

You guys are a bit rough on the sellers in this instance. Many of you have no idea what it takes to go through the rif-raff of....

lowball offers
ridiculous trade offers
wild demands from not so known 'buyers'
tirekickers
'buyers' who change their mind more often than their underwear
and last, but far from least - SCAMMERS trying to take your hard-earned money

Do you phone 'The Shopping Network' and complain when they say 'This is a limited time offer' knowing damn well it isn't? Do you complain everytime an ad uses marketing language to sell a product? I'm sure you don't. So, OP, back off, will ya? Until you walk in our shoes, please reserve judgement. Focus not on those who attempt to increase interest by placing a time restriction or limitation on their product (common marketing technique, btw), but on those who are using this (or any) venue to defraud and steal.

u said it very early in ur response.... U DONT DO THOSE THINGS.... because u know its ridiculious.... either the watch sells or it doesnt.... i agree with that 100 percent!!

[bodybump]

Originally Posted by rolexgiants

crazy..lol... does that include a helmet too???? lol

hahahaah no helmet protector!!!

[TheVTCGuy]

One thing I love is DavidSW's comment he always puts on his sale ads. First, and foremost, I have nothing but RESPECT for David, I have heard nothng but fantastic things about his dealings as an honest-fair and tremendous person to do business with. If I shopped with Gray dealers (I'm on of those that prefers ADs but the guys on TRF are absolutely fantastc!) then I would have no hesitation working with David, (or Tony, or Greg, or TempoKing, or Steve etc.). So this is in NO WAY a deragatory remark against David. OK? We got that straight?

Anyway, he always puts "Priced for a quick sale!"

Just once, I'd liketo read an Ad from David that said: "Priced really high so it stays on this board a long time!"

David? Are you listening?

[rxonmymind]

Originally Posted by bodybump

My favorite one was last week....CAN I TRADE MY MOTORCYCLE???

I feel for you guys. It is "rough & Tumble" in the sales world. Did sales in a previous life and found that a LOT of customers were, ah, um, liars? They'd say things like: "Well I can get a deal over here for.." My reply of course was "good for you, go get it then. Sounds like you've found a fantastic deal!"
Then so as not to sghut the door on them I'd follow up & give them a way to come back " Look, if that deal falls through or someone beats you to it, come back to me, my word is good on this price". They come back, albeit sheepishly.
But on a side note, David & Bodybump, your doing something right. Keep up the excellent work!

[PeteNYC13]

Be Dialing People....! Be Dialing!!


I just like the sound of that guys gravel voice as he pitches his late night Mark Mcgwire Rookie Card! lol

-Pete

[nauticajoe]

Originally Posted by PeteNYC13

Be Dialing People....! Be Dialing!!


I just like the sound of that guys gravel voice as he pitches his late night Mark Mcgwire Rookie Card! lol

-Pete

Too funny!!!

[rfknauss]

Originally Posted by Mosco

I don't do any of those things - the watch is either sold or it isn't.

Having said that....

You guys are a bit rough on the sellers in this instance. Many of you have no idea what it takes to go through the rif-raff of....

lowball offers
ridiculous trade offers
wild demands from not so known 'buyers'
tirekickers
'buyers' who change their mind more often than their underwear
and last, but far from least - SCAMMERS trying to take your hard-earned money

Do you phone 'The Shopping Network' and complain when they say 'This is a limited time offer' knowing damn well it isn't? Do you complain everytime an ad uses marketing language to sell a product? I'm sure you don't. So, OP, back off, will ya? Until you walk in our shoes, please reserve judgement. Focus not on those who attempt to increase interest by placing a time restriction or limitation on their product (common marketing technique, btw), but on those who are using this (or any) venue to defraud and steal.

Well stated Greg ..... I can only imagine what you guys have to go through!

[Timber Loftis]

Originally Posted by Mosco

I don't do any of those things - the watch is either sold or it isn't.

Having said that....

You guys are a bit rough on the sellers in this instance. Many of you have no idea what it takes to go through the rif-raff of....

With all due respect, the one thing you DON'T have to go through is founding your own website to peddle your wares. You've got a ready-made market to slot yourself into here, free of charge, and it seems to serve all you professional salesmen well.

[theloxmyth]

Originally Posted by Timber Loftis

With all due respect, the one thing you DON'T have to go through is founding your own website to peddle your wares. You've got a ready-made market to slot yourself into here, free of charge, and it seems to serve all you professional salesmen well.

And buyers, as well!

Generally, I echo the OP's insight and label the mentioned move (sales tactic), "The take away."

[KirkWilfred]

MOSCO----I agree with you. Great post.

[dalip]

If it works....

[rolexgiants]

once again... i love some of these guys on the sales board... last call... going back in the safe.... 3 days later back for sale.... same process every week... great sales marketing.... if u really want to sell the watch just lower the price..... this guy must spend a lot of money going back and forth to the vault on gas...lol..lol..lol..

[mailman]

Originally Posted by Mosco

I don't do any of those things - the watch is either sold or it isn't.

Having said that....

You guys are a bit rough on the sellers in this instance. Many of you have no idea what it takes to go through the rif-raff of....

lowball offers
ridiculous trade offers
wild demands from not so known 'buyers'
tirekickers
'buyers' who change their mind more often than their underwear
and last, but far from least - SCAMMERS trying to take your hard-earned money

Do you phone 'The Shopping Network' and complain when they say 'This is a limited time offer' knowing damn well it isn't? Do you complain everytime an ad uses marketing language to sell a product? I'm sure you don't. So, OP, back off, will ya? Until you walk in our shoes, please reserve judgement. Focus not on those who attempt to increase interest by placing a time restriction or limitation on their product (common marketing technique, btw), but on those who are using this (or any) venue to defraud and steal.

I wish more members would read ads like yours before listing something FS Greg. It would show them how to list something properly. There are others who list well also. I'm just picking you out because you posted in the thread

Hell, I wish they would just read the rules in the FS section before listing something

[Damage Inc.]

Originally Posted by Timber Loftis

With all due respect, the one thing you DON'T have to go through is founding your own website to peddle your wares. You've got a ready-made market to slot yourself into here, free of charge, and it seems to serve all you professional salesmen well.

Ummmm....Greg (Mosco) DOES have his own web site, as well as a brick & mortar store front. So, if this was pointed at Greg, you're incorrect. As for some of the other folks mentioned, I have no idea if they have personal/business sites that they use in addition to TRF.

Either way, there seems to be a rather 'testy' vibe on TRF this afternoon...I think I'll go home now and have a beer. Chill folks.

[Pep04]

Originally Posted by Timber Loftis

With all due respect, the one thing you DON'T have to go through is founding your own website to peddle your wares. You've got a ready-made market to slot yourself into here, free of charge, and it seems to serve all you professional salesmen well.

I may be speaking out of the wrong end, but I seriously doubt that Greg is making a living off this web site. That he makes some extra scratch here, then that is his business. But to assume that he is here simply because he is able to sell free of charge is plain ridiculous.

[toph]

i have to agree with..... Greg.... overall. Marketing is marketing. It works on some but I would hope we are all capable enough of making our own judgements regardless of marketing techniques.

[Johny]

Originally Posted by TheVTCGuy

One thing I love is DavidSW's comment he always puts on his sale ads. First, and foremost, I have nothing but RESPECT for David, I have heard nothng but fantastic things about his dealings as an honest-fair and tremendous person to do business with. If I shopped with Gray dealers (I'm on of those that prefers ADs but the guys on TRF are absolutely fantastc!) then I would have no hesitation working with David, (or Tony, or Greg, or TempoKing, or Steve etc.). So this is in NO WAY a deragatory remark against David. OK? We got that straight?

Anyway, he always puts "Priced for a quick sale!"

Just once, I'd liketo read an Ad from David that said: "Priced really high so it stays on this board a long time!"

David? Are you listening?

good one paul.