What is "low ball"

01-30-12: Swampwalker
Well, Polk in the words of the incomparable "church lady" aka Dana Carvey, "Aren't we special???"

I was thinking the same thing SW !!!!!

Sounds like something a lowballer or have not would say. Happy listening.

Hi, my name is John S., I'm a lowballer !!!!!

there is no quantitative answer, since "low ball" is a matter of perception.

i'd say there is some threshold, which when reached insults the seller. when the seller responds , say, angrily to an offer, it's probably a very low price.

This thread is a hoot. People really don't know what "low ball" offer is? Heres an example. I list something that sold for $3500 retail. Granted, you could get it for a bit less, probably, when new. Say 10%. I put it at $1400. No paypal fees, free shipping. One year warranty. I get an offer of $400$ Is that a lowball offer? I'd say. Is it insulting? To me, yes. Anyone that wants to sell me things for about 10 cents on the dollar, charge no fees, or shipping, and give me a one year warranty, just email. I'll take it all. I still reply, but, I know it won't work out before I do. I buy thing's, and I sometimes make a RESONABLE offer. Usually, if the seller is realistic, and I think it's a good deal, I buy it. If you can't do that, stick to garage sales, and flea markets. You are NOT going to buy a 5k amp on here for $500. Don't waste both the sellers, and your time. It really is ridiculous. On another note, I guess I never knew "lowball" had anything to do with anatomy.