Thread: EBayFinds

Oops....

Didn't want to upset anyone. Anyway, we should be allowed to discuss if a claim is valid or not. If someone says this is original we should be able to be sceptical and give our opinions. Especially if this is with respect to a sale where a potential buyer may, or may not, be duped.

I certainly do not have the credentials to call myself an expert. But I do have some knowledge and my opinion. And I may be wrong, may not...

I checked on the eBay listing I referred to (had a look at the actual items in person) and indeed those are plastic lenses. In my eager to confirm what were clearly not original lenses I confirmed the other poster saying that yes originals had glass. Which I have to correct now.... no, not.... as someone else said, never seen them in glass. And unfortunately I haven't seen that many. So, I stand corrected and apologize. Still.....

In this case the seller, who is probably a great person, did adjust the listing. And appearantly due to this forum... which is great to see. It shows the sellers honesty and shows that this forum has a positive influence.


Everyone should be allowed to question.... in any forum about anything. It is then up to answers and responses to get many replies which clarify and give an outcome which reflects the truth as close as possible. Forum: "public meeting or assembly for open discussion". The word being Open... Open to all opinions and thoughts, of course there is still a need for respectful language and expression of opinions.


in short....
Sorry, I was (partially) wrong!


(p.s. Pork Pie is the non-scientific name used for the shape. There are many products out there called a pork pie. From hats, different types of lights, drums, etc. It comes from the shape of a pork pie (which aparently you can actually eat), which I have to admit to never have seen one in real life..... have a look here: [ame]http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pork_pie[/ame])

Hebe,

I was just pointing out your error about the lights and explaining in detail the different "pork pie" types as clearly as I could.

The purpose of my post was more intended to start a discussion about notification of items of interest to the forum members being exactly that - as the notifications are lost in the discussion and the intent of having the "eBay finds" threads is defeated.

As this is not the only thread where where there are these type of notifications of items for sale on the forum and where such a policy should be considered I believe it is worth discussing.

Maybe it should be discussed in a completely new "sticky" thread for a time somewhere (so it would not run on in this thread - what I am really on about), a policy developed by the Moderators and Administrators and then adhered to as a forum rule. It works elsewhere.

And yes, it becomes a form of censorship just as the forum would be unworkable without rules and if necessary censorship in other areas.

Bob

Hi Bob,

In that case... should read more carefully...

I agree with you on that. So... here is one...

MATCHBOX BY LESNEY - Land Rover Fire Truck - eBay Matchbox, Cars, Diecast Vehicles, Toys, Hobbies. (end time 17-Nov-09 21:30:58 AEDST)

As a matter of interest, I am meeting with the seller this week to pick up something I purchased from him for my 107 (not pork pie lens) and I am looking forward to viewing his restorations and or projects that he has spoken to me about.

Hi Numpty, you will be most impressed with 109" and other goodies

What a ripper! ......

Landrover 1950 80" - eBay 1940 - 1970, Collector Cars, Cars, Cars, Bikes, Boats. (end time 06-Dec-09 13:53:02 AEDST)

Looks good, pity about the S11 motor though.

Its a great looking 80" you could leave it as is or refit the correct 1.6 motor. Iam sure it will go over $5,000.