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Originally Posted by RuinCreek350
Okay so I want to be fair to all. I believe that "Miller's Metal" is first in line as he sent me a PM this afternoon(and wrote in public thread that he had sent message) stating that he would take the seats if the shipping came in around $200, I was unable to get a shipping quote for him until later in the day, shortly after I messaged him with a quote the member "Davischevy" posted in the main thread "I'll take them". I have now received confirmation from Miller's Metal that he will take them with the shipping I quoted. Who should be first in line for this sale? I just want to make this a fair sale
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As stated in the
Buying and Selling Code of Conduct, "All sales must be posted in thread, a reply stating who is in line is also suggested. Accepting sales via Private Messages will result in confusion within the thread and is strictly prohibited." This is to avoid members sending PMs out and purchasing items without any track record of sales to keep things straight. There is that 'grey area' of "all sales must be posted in thread." While over time, the general rule of thumb has been for the buyer to post some commitment within the thread stating that he/she will take the item, and the seller would provide a list of who's in line and in what order. Some have interpreted a "PM on the way/sent" as an adequate interest or intent to buy, but many do not...both sellers and buyers alike. I'm sure you can see where this can get convoluted quickly. However, when it comes down to the end, it is ultimately the seller's choice in the final choice of the sale.
Keep this in mind. PMs are ok, but must be in the sale thread and should have some indication of intent so the remaining potential buyers don't get confused or feel like they've been passed over. Food for thought. Sending a PM only with no post in the thread is a clear violation of the Code of Conduct.
What's most important is that we use this as a good example of why stating intent within the thread and providing a list of who's inline is best practice for all parties.