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Reason for selling is...

I'm always amused that sellers bother to give reasons why they're selling their gear. Obviously in the vast majority of cases, they don't like it in their system. But only a very tiny minority will say that. People are (1) moving; (2) downsizing; (3) upgrading; (4) getting a divorce; (5) undergoing surgery.

Look, just assume buyers aren't stupid. We know why you're getting rid of stuff. If you haven't lied about the condition of your gear, do us the courtesy of letting us decide independently of your reasons for selling, which all seem to be designed to reassure us that your stuff isn't bad.
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mrmitch
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I've followed Audigon regularly since becoming a member back in '99. Yes, some people have something to hide or just didnt like the way the component sounded in their system. But seems to me a lot of people here have some discretionary income available and are just in the amp/speaker/cable (etc.) of the Month Club. They just love trying out stuff, and you know what George Carlin said about stuff.
mrmitch
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And as far as asking questions of the seller, it's YOUR money, so you should feel free to ask.
csmgolf
902 posts
 
I have no problem with people asking the question or of people that list their reason for selling in the ad. I do have a problem when the reason stated in the ad is an out and out lie. I sold another member a piece of gear less than a month ago. He has turned around and listed the item, which is his right. However, in his ad he states that it has been in his closet for a long time and he needs to sell it for the money. Maybe 4 weeks feels like years to him. He also replaced a mandatory accessory with a much cheaper version. Of course his asking price is ridiculous for the piece as well. Just be honest. It is not too much to ask.
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