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Why bogus retail price from some sellers?

Why do some sellers pump up the list price? I am looking for a pair Harbeth P3ESR'S for a friend. The list price is $2100 before dealer discount of at least 10% off. There is a listing here of a damaged pair for $1800. The guy has the retail price at $2800 and shipping 3 times the real cost. Do they think that people don't do any research before buying?
Just curious!
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akg_ca
2,273 posts
 
Who cares? Don't sweat the petty things and don't pet the sweaty things.
if you don't like deal, just move on.

Anybody with even a scintilla of common sense and experience will always do their homework prior to pulling the trigger on a purchase.

brf
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Harbeth charges a premium for some veneer finishes and that "could" account for a quoted MSRP difference.  The market dictates the resale value of an used item, not the former suggested retail price, therefore, I personally do not see it as a big concern. 
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tls49
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Now a days, that, and other questionable pricing scenarios are everywhere with everything that’s available to purchase, new and used. It’s not that difficult to see them. Just shop smart and all the deceptive marketing will smack you in the face. A fool and his money are soon parted. You can’t save him. Let it go.

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