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poppy16
11-28-2008, 01:14 AM
I have a feeling AMZ is opening up a motherload of inventory for their BF blastoff today.. Gotta see how long this lasts...
if fits stay in stock for the rest of today, we might be in trouble for Christmas.
dealsalways
11-28-2008, 01:18 AM
if fits stay in stock for the rest of today, we might be in trouble for Christmas.
Maybe, but you can never tell. AMZ could shoot it's wad today ( a big one, saved for a couple of weeks) so have stock for several hours, and then we could be back to usual releases..
But if it stays in stock for the rest of the holidays, then you KNOW you're in trouble..:vomit:
wild4ugals
11-28-2008, 01:21 AM
amazon wii fit 6126 left
3000+ gone in 20 minutes
Thare187
11-28-2008, 01:25 AM
Maybe, but you can never tell. AMZ could shoot it's wad today ( a big one, saved for a couple of weeks) so have stock for several hours, and then we could be back to usual releases..
But if it stays in stock for the rest of the holidays, then you KNOW you're in trouble..:vomit:
nevermind
tooligan
11-28-2008, 01:28 AM
they pulled the fits.
consoles still up.
they pulled the fits.
consoles still up.
and they ALREADY cancelled my multi orders.
thump41
11-28-2008, 01:28 AM
they pulled the fits.
consoles still up.
and they ALREADY cancelled my multi orders.
fits still up
ch1sox
11-28-2008, 01:36 AM
How do you guys know how much they have left?
Thare187
11-28-2008, 02:19 AM
About 2200 fits left
billbraskey
11-28-2008, 02:26 AM
About 2200 fits left
Where do you go to view how many units Amazon has left?
How many consoles do they have left?
Thanks!
ch1sox
11-28-2008, 02:26 AM
About 2200 fits left
How?:confused:
dealsalways
11-28-2008, 02:32 AM
Fits OOS. Not too bad for a BF 10K+ release ?? Hopefully back to the drought!
Thare187
11-28-2008, 02:38 AM
How?:confused:
For some reason it will not work when I post on here
dealsalways
11-28-2008, 02:45 AM
Fits OOS. Not too bad for a BF 10K+ release ?? Hopefully back to the drought!
WTH! back in stock! From all the cancellations or what?? Amazon is getting crazy :shake:
ch1sox
11-28-2008, 02:46 AM
For some reason it will not work when I post on here
Ah, no worries. I'm off to bed. 'nite :sleepy:
Thare187
11-28-2008, 02:46 AM
2400 fits. 6200+ consoles. I am guessing cancellations
Important Messages
We're sorry. You've requested more of Wii Fit, than the 1879 available from the seller you've selected. Click here to return to the product detail page and see if additional quantities are available from another seller.
We're sorry. You've requested more of Wii, than the 6058 available from the seller you've selected. Click here to return to the product detail page and see if additional quantities are available from another seller.
TheNaturist
11-28-2008, 02:56 AM
2400 fits. 6200+ consoles. I am guessing cancellations
Important Messages
We're sorry. You've requested more of Wii Fit, than the 1879 available from the seller you've selected. Click here to return to the product detail page and see if additional quantities are available from another seller.
How do you add more than 999 to the cart? It only lets me enter three digits.
Thare187
11-28-2008, 03:20 AM
In the address bar just change the number to 9999 I think. I got this link off of a private forum so I really don't know for sure.
Important Messages
We're sorry. You've requested more of Wii Fit, than the 517 available from the seller you've selected. Click here to return to the product detail page and see if additional quantities are available from another seller.
We're sorry. You've requested more of Wii, than the 5095 available from the seller you've selected. Click here to return to the product detail page and see if additional quantities are available from another seller
ddmesales
11-28-2008, 04:04 AM
0 people in line at GS so far. I've got 70 in my garage--dont know why I'm out here..if I didn't need two consoles to ship I'd be sleeping. Hopefully I can grab 2 ea with me and the wife at the 3 nearby gs. But I figure that's unlikely
palone44
11-28-2008, 04:25 AM
My sams club had 82 bundles and 32 fits sold out before I left the store
In Sav Ga
ddmesales
11-28-2008, 05:38 AM
Got 2 fits each at 3 diff gs. The last one was down to 3 after we got ours.
umich07
11-28-2008, 06:55 AM
Every single store I stopped by in Ann Arbor, Michigan had stacks and stacks of Wii consoles that were not selling. There was absolutely no "mad rush" to grab Wiis.
As to Wii Fits, I think the only store that had them was gamestop. I picked up one at 7am, drove across town 15 minutes to another GS, got another. Drove to a third gamestop, got another. The EB in the mall also had plenty of Fits in stock...I decided not to bite because I was worried how easy they were to grab. Black Friday traffic / hype was MUCH lower than in previous years.
ddmesales
11-28-2008, 08:33 AM
umich. No reason you should not have gotten the fits imo. The market is very strong for them. I try to look at amazon pricing/urlhasbeenblocked, not local experience with finding them.
Harperman9706
11-28-2008, 09:43 AM
Do you guys think Guitar Hero Band Kit esp. for wii and ps2 are done as resellers?
Personally I think the market has been flooded
EKen9
11-28-2008, 10:27 AM
Do you guys think Guitar Hero Band Kit esp. for wii and ps2 are done as resellers?
Personally I think the market has been flooded
I'm worried about GH: WT too and I have 10 of them
wiiseller
11-28-2008, 11:13 AM
anybody know if there is going to be a deal on wii play this weekend?
HavenZ
11-28-2008, 12:42 PM
anybody know if there is going to be a deal on wii play this weekend?
If you have a Meijer near you yes. Santa Bucks tomorrow, or purchase from Sams Club - I know they sell the Wii Play for below 49.99, just call them for price, since it may differ from store to store
poppy16
11-28-2008, 12:56 PM
got a text from amazon.
wiis at 12am pst
get ur engines started!!!
wiiseller
11-28-2008, 01:25 PM
But there are no buy 3 get 1 free deals or anything like that this weekend?
HavenZ
11-28-2008, 04:02 PM
But there are no buy 3 get 1 free deals or anything like that this weekend?
I heard a rumor that Target is doing 50% off all Wii games, is this true ?
DogAndPony
11-28-2008, 05:29 PM
I've been really hitting with GHWT Wii. Sold most of mine on CL. But still making nice change on these puppies! very happy that I was smart enough to stock up before people realized how hot these would be.
HavenZ
11-28-2008, 05:42 PM
I'm worried about GH: WT too and I have 10 of them
If you have an amazon account you can sell them and get 230++ before shipping. Not sure if this is worth something to someone...
HavenZ
11-28-2008, 06:46 PM
Question, does anyone have an experience in returning walmart wii bundles ? how did it go ?
TIA
tribblegirl
11-28-2008, 06:49 PM
Question, does anyone have an experience in returning walmart wii bundles ? how did it go ?
TIA
I bought a Wii Bundle a few months back on Walmart.com. Returned the extra games I didn't want to a Walmart store with no problem. Brought my receipt which showed itemized prices for each item in the bundle. Easy!
nikolasmor
11-28-2008, 07:00 PM
I did about 50-60 of these last year. No issues
blownroush01
11-28-2008, 08:39 PM
anyone sell wii fits other than me today>>>"???? Sold 35 of them average price was 140.00 lowest was 120.00 highest 165.00.. And who the hell said selling on black friday was a stupid idea>?
caseyj
11-28-2008, 09:01 PM
I have sold 22 in 6 hours, before today I wasnt even a Wii Fit seller! Unbelievable. I have to go pick up 14 more.
WildChickenDanc
11-28-2008, 09:14 PM
What kind of profit margins are on wiifits today through ebay?
tribblegirl
11-28-2008, 09:27 PM
anyone sell wii fits other than me today>>>"???? Sold 35 of them average price was 140.00 lowest was 120.00 highest 165.00.. And who the hell said selling on black friday was a stupid idea>?
What kind of profit margins are on wiifits today through ebay?
www.ebcalc.com
sav127
11-28-2008, 09:53 PM
anyone sell wii fits other than me today>>>"???? Sold 35 of them average price was 140.00 lowest was 120.00 highest 165.00.. And who the hell said selling on black friday was a stupid idea>?
Yes, I sold over 50 today.
Lowest was 137 and highest was 185
I was averaging around 155-160
timhsr
11-28-2008, 10:16 PM
Sold 26 Fits Average price: $158.50
Sold 14 Solo Wiis Average price: $335
Sold 13 14+4's Average price: $399
Harperman9706
11-28-2008, 10:47 PM
Sold 26 Fits Average price: $158.50
Sold 14 Solo Wiis Average price: $335
Sold 13 14+4's Average price: $399
Do you guys add extras on.. like featured listing, bold etc
timhsr
11-29-2008, 12:47 AM
Do you guys add extras on.. like featured listing, bold etc
Yes, always do featured.
homang
11-29-2008, 03:12 AM
im selling mine on CL only still. what are ur profit margins? i was at $20/fit, but now i think im down to $10-15 range cuz CL's price went down last month or so..
Machomitch
11-29-2008, 03:48 AM
Sold 26 Fits Average price: $158.50
Sold 14 Solo Wiis Average price: $335
Sold 13 14+4's Average price: $399
wow, are you guys selling all your wii fits on ebay? I thot they were only like 80 bucks in stores. where r u buying them? just stores around you? or was it cuz you got a lot from black friday deals?
nikolasmor
11-29-2008, 06:37 AM
wow, are you guys selling all your wii fits on ebay? I thot they were only like 80 bucks in stores. where r u buying them? just stores around you? or was it cuz you got a lot from black friday deals?
LOLOLOL, Funniest post of the day.
DogAndPony
11-29-2008, 06:44 AM
I had listed my fits on CL for $130 and I was getting WAY too many emails. Underpriced indeed!!! LOL, cranked the price up to $150 and I am supposed to go meet a couple of people today to get paid! w00t!
oh, and I'm making realy good money on ebay as well.
scimani2
11-29-2008, 07:30 AM
I had listed my fits on CL for $130 and I was getting WAY too many emails. Underpriced indeed!!! LOL, cranked the price up to $150 and I am supposed to go meet a couple of people today to get paid! w00t!
oh, and I'm making realy good money on ebay as well.
lucky market for you. i'm gettign very few hits when i list for $120. Got no hits at all at any price point above that.
i sold 5 yesterday on the bay. average ending price was $135 for featured items ending every few hours throughout the day.
caseyj
11-29-2008, 08:22 AM
Is anyone interested in being my dropshipper? Need 20 Fits :).
phazein
11-29-2008, 08:46 AM
I had listed my fits on CL for $130 and I was getting WAY too many emails. Underpriced indeed!!! LOL, cranked the price up to $150 and I am supposed to go meet a couple of people today to get paid! w00t!
oh, and I'm making realy good money on ebay as well.
What area are you in?
palone44
11-30-2008, 12:13 AM
Anybody Buying Wii this Sunday?
homang
11-30-2008, 12:50 AM
fits are HOT up by my area also, people are plastering prices between $135-$150 :D
yay... this is awesome again!
slimshady_in_u
11-30-2008, 04:05 AM
fits are HOT up by my area also, people are plastering prices between $135-$150 :D
yay... this is awesome again!
So much for fits not being hot. I'm kicking myself for all the ones I passed up in the last month. I still got 57 left and will be adding more.
wiiseller
11-30-2008, 08:08 AM
im buying wiis today seeing as i have to ship out 41 of them tomorrow
balkan
11-30-2008, 09:59 AM
Fits are dead in my area. CL has them for $100 and no bites.
MADAY61
11-30-2008, 10:02 AM
Dead here also in norhern Illinois all 4 stores I went in today had in stock
caseyj
11-30-2008, 10:34 AM
Target has them in stock.
timhsr
11-30-2008, 01:47 PM
Fits are dead in my area. CL has them for $100 and no bites.
Turn that frown upside down. Buy those fits and flip them!
nikolasmor
11-30-2008, 01:48 PM
you mean buy them fits and let them flip
hwiryant
11-30-2008, 02:40 PM
how do you guys ship guitar hero world tour? it is huge, can't find box that fit them
petergriffen
11-30-2008, 03:58 PM
are prices back up on those? I wrapped a few in brown paper, but make sure you do it well so no chance of it ripping off. the box is good enough
hwiryant
11-30-2008, 04:14 PM
are prices back up on those? I wrapped a few in brown paper, but make sure you do it well so no chance of it ripping off. the box is good enough
I am not sure, I am new at selling GH WT, been selling wii for a while. I sold it for 250 buy it now, not sure how much it was before.
HavenZ
11-30-2008, 04:52 PM
I am not sure, I am new at selling GH WT, been selling wii for a while. I sold it for 250 buy it now, not sure how much it was before.
FYI
If you are shipping the GHWT for 250 Buy it now, and purchase the item at regular price and payed tax on it and are selling on E-Bay, you might be loosing money...
homang
11-30-2008, 05:34 PM
FYI
If you are shipping the GHWT for 250 Buy it now, and purchase the item at regular price and payed tax on it and are selling on E-Bay, you might be loosing money...
yeah the cost for shipping is $20-30.. cost is like $190? not to give u a downer here but i stayed away from it personally, if u can make $ off of it tho, good to u. more power to ya.
there was a $50 coupon for PM to magnolia that u can use to get em at around $140+tax, in which case, u'd do a lot better off. try CC or BB.. Magnolia is OOS till 09' from most stores i heard from.
PS: anyone got advise to drive those annoying ppl away from keep dropping prices to $110?! the market was filled with $130-$150 till these party poopers come in >_<
caseyj
11-30-2008, 06:17 PM
yeah the cost for shipping is $20-30.. cost is like $190? not to give u a downer here but i stayed away from it personally, if u can make $ off of it tho, good to u. more power to ya.
there was a $50 coupon for PM to magnolia that u can use to get em at around $140+tax, in which case, u'd do a lot better off. try CC or BB.. Magnolia is OOS till 09' from most stores i heard from.
PS: anyone got advise to drive those annoying ppl away from keep dropping prices to $110?! the market was filled with $130-$150 till these party poopers come in >_<
Question/report em through ebay/paypal. PP froze my account after selling 80+ fits in two days and I had to send them inventory #s, receipts, and tracking numbers to verify I was sending the things. It was a pain but because of organization and effort it was relatively easy to get through. If these nimrods are bottoming out the market for no money it will probably drive them off.
ky151
11-30-2008, 06:29 PM
Question/report em through ebay/paypal. PP froze my account after selling 80+ fits in two days and I had to send them inventory #s, receipts, and tracking numbers to verify I was sending the things. It was a pain but because of organization and effort it was relatively easy to get through. If these nimrods are bottoming out the market for no money it will probably drive them off.
So you want to report someone because they are selling at a lower price than you are?
DogAndPony
11-30-2008, 07:22 PM
Targets had Fit today. I added 8 today. Nearing 100. I have a bunch listed on ebay and CL though. w00t!!
FYI
If you are shipping the GHWT for 250 Buy it now, and purchase the item at regular price and payed tax on it and are selling on E-Bay, you might be loosing money...
No, you're wrong. Probably making between $15-$25 depending on where you're shipping it to
dealsalways
11-30-2008, 08:11 PM
FYI
If you are shipping the GHWT for 250 Buy it now, and purchase the item at regular price and payed tax on it and are selling on E-Bay, you might be loosing money...
That might be true, which is why you try to buy from Amazon !! It was available today for a while. And hopefully the shortage gets a bit worse to make it worthwhile on the prices
Mswol767
11-30-2008, 08:25 PM
anyone in ct from this forum? if so PM me so we can exchange emails to track wii fit store shipments.
tribblegirl
11-30-2008, 08:25 PM
Question/report em through ebay/paypal. PP froze my account after selling 80+ fits in two days and I had to send them inventory #s, receipts, and tracking numbers to verify I was sending the things. It was a pain but because of organization and effort it was relatively easy to get through. If these nimrods are bottoming out the market for no money it will probably drive them off.
So you want to report someone because they are selling at a lower price than you are?
Yeah I agree, don't be a tattle.
homang
11-30-2008, 09:03 PM
Question/report em through ebay/paypal. PP froze my account after selling 80+ fits in two days and I had to send them inventory #s, receipts, and tracking numbers to verify I was sending the things. It was a pain but because of organization and effort it was relatively easy to get through. If these nimrods are bottoming out the market for no money it will probably drive them off.
i think u got this confused...
So you want to report someone because they are selling at a lower price than you are?
lol.. these are CL, what can u do :p
HavenZ
11-30-2008, 10:08 PM
Targets had Fit today. I added 8 today. Nearing 100. I have a bunch listed on ebay and CL though. w00t!!
No, you're wrong. Probably making between $15-$25 depending on where you're shipping it to
Shipped one of these units from OH to CA, this thing weighs about 28 lbs cost me around $ 40 then I got thinking.... I thought it was only about $ 20 max... so just an FYI
BTW, if you have a Krogers supermarket near you, purchase $ 50 best buy gift card, get a $10 coupon good towards your next Kroger purchase.... only good til 12/7
carabuser
11-30-2008, 10:44 PM
PS: anyone got advise to drive those annoying ppl away from keep dropping prices to $110?! the market was filled with $130-$150 till these party poopers come in >_<
Flag em
tribblegirl
12-01-2008, 12:28 AM
Flag em
people who flag for no reason are pathetic losers.
timhsr
12-01-2008, 01:11 AM
people who flag for no reason are pathetic losers.
LOL, I lost count how many times people have posted CL ads on here that us a group have flagged till they were down....
Targets had Fit today. I added 8 today. Nearing 100. I have a bunch listed on ebay and CL though. w00t!!
No, you're wrong. Probably making between $15-$25 depending on where you're shipping it to
Coast to Coast there is no way you make much of anything at $250. Even if you buy tax free.
lalakersfan88
12-01-2008, 01:19 AM
i hope it comes a point where the demand of wiis and wii fits makes me start to camp overnight onto sunday for them like i did last year for the wiis. made over 60 on each wii.
caseyj
12-01-2008, 02:15 AM
So you want to report someone because they are selling at a lower price than you are?
No, I mention that is an option when the guy was wanting ideas. I havent seen anyone bottoming out the auctions. I had to go through a lot of bs through this thing to prove legitimacy, and if I had to do it, morons screwing up the market should as well.
DogAndPony
12-01-2008, 06:29 AM
LOL, I lost count how many times people have posted CL ads on here that us a group have flagged till they were down....
Coast to Coast there is no way you make much of anything at $250. Even if you buy tax free.
I don't know what to tell you. I have sold some on ebay for around $250 and that is how much I am netting. Not sure how you are shipping, but the most I have paid is about $23 and that was cross country. You CAN make money at a price point of $250. Trust me, I've done it!!
slimshady_in_u
12-01-2008, 08:07 AM
I don't know what to tell you. I have sold some on ebay for around $250 and that is how much I am netting. Not sure how you are shipping, but the most I have paid is about $23 and that was cross country. You CAN make money at a price point of $250. Trust me, I've done it!!
I finally caught up with all my shipping. Man this sucks working alone. I need to hire a worker to work with me ;) off the books :lmao:
Pilot22
12-01-2008, 09:58 AM
Does everyone list the Fits as featured listings?
DogAndPony
12-01-2008, 10:16 AM
no, I never use the featured listings. not worth it imo.
scimani2
12-01-2008, 10:20 AM
no, I never use the featured listings. not worth it imo.
how can you say that?
as i look right now, non-featured are ending around $120-125
featured ending around $145-160
featured = money well spent in my book.
much more potential upside for the additional $9.95
i only list my fits featured.
carabuser
12-01-2008, 11:05 AM
people who flag for no reason are pathetic losers.
When someone is selling something $10 over retail, that is a reason
ky151
12-01-2008, 11:24 AM
When someone is selling something $10 over retail, that is a reason
No it's not. You need to just wait for them to see out of their stock and then the people will be coming to you.
The same people that flag someone for selling something $10 over retail are the same ones complaining when their listing gets flagged and removed.
HavenZ
12-01-2008, 11:59 AM
No it's not. You need to just wait for them to see out of their stock and then the people will be coming to you.
The same people that flag someone for selling something $10 over retail are the same ones complaining when their listing gets flagged and removed.
why not just buy there stock and sell them all for a higher price :)
as an added bonus, you will get to know your local competition...
Jarobata
12-01-2008, 12:05 PM
Well does anyone have any suggestions for an alternative to redroller now that redroller shut down? I don't know how I am going to ship anything now, its going to cost a fortune.
tribblegirl
12-01-2008, 12:37 PM
all you do by flagging someone's ad on Craigslist is guarantee that it will always be at the top of the search listings. If they are cheaper than everyone else, let them sell out. Someone selling for less than you is NOT a good reason for flagging. It makes you a pathetic loser who is just pissed about not making a profit. You know it, everyone knows it. Unless someone is selling in the wrong category, or posting the same ad in multiple categories, you have no right to flag them. Gang flagging is just wrong too Tim.
When someone is selling something $10 over retail, that is a reason
yeah, a lousy, pathetic reason.
wiifindermii
12-01-2008, 12:38 PM
Are you guys all using free shipping for wii and fit auctions? Seems to be the popular method but I can't seem to ship fits for any less than $13-16 and that really bites into the $30-40 profit margin.... Really curious, I think I am moving away from free ship....
scimani2
12-01-2008, 01:00 PM
Are you guys all using free shipping for wii and fit auctions? Seems to be the popular method but I can't seem to ship fits for any less than $13-16 and that really bites into the $30-40 profit margin.... Really curious, I think I am moving away from free ship....
good luck. for you to land on the 1st page with the new best match system in place, you HAVE to offer free shipping.
zrated
12-01-2008, 01:03 PM
Amazon Wiis now
hwiryant
12-01-2008, 01:19 PM
for those who sell 14-4 bundle, where do you usually get the wii play and nunchuck?
I tried amazon, it seems they only allow me to buy one nunchuck
tooligan
12-01-2008, 01:25 PM
4000 sold out in 20 minutes.
will see how many are cancelled
poppy16
12-01-2008, 01:32 PM
4000 sold out in 20 minutes.
will see how many are cancelled
will amazon repost them if they get cancelled?
EKen9
12-01-2008, 01:51 PM
mine just got cancelled
tombking
12-01-2008, 02:01 PM
any wii fit?
WTFD4V1D
12-01-2008, 02:01 PM
They blocked me since I just bought it Friday I guess.
scimani2
12-01-2008, 02:05 PM
i've ordered before but i put in orders of 3 on my 2 accounts.
lets see what happens
poppy16
12-01-2008, 02:06 PM
They blocked me since I just bought it Friday I guess.
same here, got blocked
EKen9
12-01-2008, 02:06 PM
blocked here too
lalakersfan88
12-01-2008, 02:07 PM
same here, got blocked
i got blocked also, bought on Friday at midnight
scimani2
12-01-2008, 02:08 PM
looks to be OOS now.
dont know if that is because i just ordered, or they really are OOS
homang
12-01-2008, 02:10 PM
OOS in 5 minutes, so doesnt look like they have much on hand... did anyone find an estimate of how much they have?
tooligan
12-01-2008, 02:10 PM
they are oos
fits just came up but were gone in seconds.
homang
12-01-2008, 02:11 PM
a nub question ... the 14-4 bundle means 14 games/4 controllers (wii mote+nunchuck)?
just wondering, cuz i dont sell wiis.. thx all
just a note..
@amazon: 93 Used & new from $155.60
YAY!! :D go us?
ch1sox
12-01-2008, 02:13 PM
Why is amazon getting wiis/fits on a monday?
DogAndPony
12-01-2008, 02:19 PM
how can you say that?
as i look right now, non-featured are ending around $120-125
featured ending around $145-160
featured = money well spent in my book.
much more potential upside for the additional $9.95
i only list my fits featured.
Maybe it depends on the seller. Having 2000+ feedback at 100% positive probably helps my items to sell for more (non-featured) than your featured items
scimani2
12-01-2008, 02:21 PM
maybe. but i have 140 feedback and 97.8% positive.
my featured sold for an average of $145 over the past few days
it was slower on friday, but sunday more than made up for it.
to each his own i guess
go with what works for you
rmendonca24
12-01-2008, 02:22 PM
for those who sell 14-4 bundle, where do you usually get the wii play and nunchuck?
I tried amazon, it seems they only allow me to buy one nunchuck
I usually get the Play through Amazon or FYE (you can use the backstage passs for 10% off). Nunchuks are pretty standard everywhere, but I go with BB through the Discover site to get 5% back and points through the gamers section of BB rewardzone.
DogAndPony
12-01-2008, 02:22 PM
I will. When you have fewer feedback you have to make concessions.
timhsr
12-01-2008, 02:37 PM
I will. When you have fewer feedback you have to make concessions.
I want to see your Fee breakdown on how you make 15-25 on GHWT WII @ $250
EKen9
12-01-2008, 03:49 PM
I want to see your Fee breakdown on how you make 15-25 on GHWT WII @ $250
yeah especially after it costs around $200 after taxes
HavenZ
12-01-2008, 03:59 PM
I now understand how the big players here are able to purchase huge amounts of inventory... they have software that purchases things for them automatically on online websites.
Wow, they don't even need to drive around.
on a similar note, BB just delivered my Wii and Wii Fit orders... and it was good.
dealsalways
12-01-2008, 04:41 PM
Mario Kart seems to be slowly picking up too.. How are people doing with MK right now?
On all counts, demand and prices should only pickup from here I'd guess..
DoYouRemix
12-01-2008, 04:43 PM
I took off all last week to deal with eBay stuff. I have packed, labeled, and shipped more than 100 boxes in the last 3 days and I am exhausted. I keep telling people that I wish I could do eBay full time but now I don’t know. I’m really starting to miss my cubicle.
Even though I'm tired I still wouldn't dare pass up a Wii Fit. Some Targets will get restocks this week.
tombking
12-01-2008, 05:35 PM
Bay Area average price for Wii Fit is around $120. MK is at $45. What about the rest of your area?
balkan
12-01-2008, 05:54 PM
Bay Area average price for Wii Fit is around $120. MK is at $45. What about the rest of your area?
Nebraska has fits at $110, MK 40, wiis wont even sell for retail.
DogAndPony
12-01-2008, 06:10 PM
yeah especially after it costs around $200 after taxes
buying most of mine from amazon.com helps ;)
wiifindermii
12-01-2008, 06:19 PM
good luck. for you to land on the 1st page with the new best match system in place, you HAVE to offer free shipping.
Is this true?
any other thoughts on free shipping or is everyone just losing that money....
nikolasmor
12-01-2008, 06:20 PM
Is this true?
any other thoughts on free shipping or is everyone just losing that money....
Very True
HavenZ
12-01-2008, 06:35 PM
Looks like the prices of Wii and Fits are going great now on the Bay... Looks like its going to be another good year. Get ready and get your game faces on and may you sell so much that you would not even have to work for the rest of this year.... :lmao:
dealsalways
12-01-2008, 06:41 PM
Lmay you sell so much that you would not even have to work for the rest of this year.... :lmao:
If there's money to be made, that'd be hard to do.. The funny thing about money is you can always have more...
But at the rate the economy is going, who knows if next year you'll find work even if you WANT TO!
WTFD4V1D
12-01-2008, 06:42 PM
Do you guys think Fits will do well after this year?
lalakersfan88
12-01-2008, 06:44 PM
Do you guys think Fits will do well after this year?
i hope they do! wiis last year went strong at over 300 for a few months after christmas!
-_-
ky151
12-01-2008, 06:54 PM
i hope they do! wiis last year went strong at over 300 for a few months after christmas!
-_-
Hopefully Fits will last through the first few months of next year, at least. New Year's Resolutions could encourage more people to go out looking for these.
dealsalways
12-01-2008, 08:17 PM
Is there anything to follow the Wii and the Wii Fit? Some hardware has to be included to make it prone to shortages and resellable. Let's speculate a bit..
Third product like this would be great, after the Wii and Wii Fit!
Mswol767
12-01-2008, 08:29 PM
I can't keep the wii fit in stock at all huge demand..
nikolasmor
12-02-2008, 04:33 AM
Selling Fits fir $120 here.
slimshady_in_u
12-02-2008, 05:20 AM
Selling Fits fir $120 here.
You're gonna ship for free?
DogAndPony
12-02-2008, 05:40 AM
$120? ouch, lol. I just had to raise my CL pricing to $130. I was getting too many responses at $125
scimani2
12-02-2008, 06:20 AM
You're gonna ship for free?
i assume he is selling for 120 on CL, no shipping required :bounce:
hwiryant
12-02-2008, 07:00 AM
what is a good price for wii and wii fit bundle, i don't want to ruin the price. I posted $450 BIN but it is gone within an hour.
nikolasmor
12-02-2008, 08:58 AM
You're gonna ship for free?
Local sales only and I paid 65 plus tax for them so its all good.
WTFD4V1D
12-02-2008, 09:13 AM
How much do you guys make after deducting the E-bay, Paypal, and shipping fees?
wiiseller
12-02-2008, 09:14 AM
how much profit is there if you sell the fit and wii for BIN 450, assuming you got them off amazon tax free?
Jarobata
12-02-2008, 09:20 AM
how much profit is there if you sell the fit and wii for BIN 450, assuming you got them off amazon tax free?
How much do you guys make after deducting the E-bay, Paypal, and shipping fees?
I hate these questions.
wiiseller
12-02-2008, 09:24 AM
why do u hate those questions? i just asked a simple question seeing as you guys would know off the top of your head
scimani2
12-02-2008, 09:50 AM
why do u hate those questions? i just asked a simple question seeing as you guys would know off the top of your head
because you ask when the answer is out there with some research.
www.ebcalc.com
put in what it cost you to get the item, how you list it, and what it ends at.
there is your profit (or loss!)
sav127
12-02-2008, 09:59 AM
because you ask when the answer is out there with some research.
www.ebcalc.com
put in what it cost you to get the item, how you list it, and what it ends at.
there is your profit (or loss!)
be careful with ebcalc.com
their buy it now calculations are not correct and have not been updated since the fee structure changed.
the auction estimates are still good though.
WTFD4V1D
12-02-2008, 10:01 AM
I'm just wondering if there is a difference between a PowerSeller and a normal seller.
scimani2
12-02-2008, 10:06 AM
I'm just wondering if there is a difference between a PowerSeller and a normal seller.
yes, powersellers get discounts on Final Value Fees
in general - they make more $$
aaagopher
12-02-2008, 10:36 AM
How much do you guys make after deducting the E-bay, Paypal, and shipping fees?
Answer depends on many variables such as how you list it, how you ship it, what you paid for it, whether you are a power seller, and more.
Generally, my break even point on a Fit is about $125. I just had one end at $158.50, so I clear about $30 or so. Each one is different, depending on where I have to ship it.
To answer you other question, yes a power seller makes more than a seller who is not a power seller. My discount on Final Value Fees is 40% right now. After the 1st of Jan, that will decrease to 20% when Ebay ends the double discounts. Also, you get a bigger discount from UPS on shipping.
I would think that if you want to sell a Fit, and you're not a power seller, your break even will be in the area of $133 or so, depending on your unique circumstances.
Good Luck
timhsr
12-02-2008, 12:31 PM
Answer depends on many variables such as how you list it, how you ship it, what you paid for it, whether you are a power seller, and more.
Generally, my break even point on a Fit is about $125. I just had one end at $158.50, so I clear about $30 or so. Each one is different, depending on where I have to ship it.
To answer you other question, yes a power seller makes more than a seller who is not a power seller. My discount on Final Value Fees is 40% right now. After the 1st of Jan, that will decrease to 20% when Ebay ends the double discounts. Also, you get a bigger discount from UPS on shipping.
I would think that if you want to sell a Fit, and you're not a power seller, your break even will be in the area of $133 or so, depending on your unique circumstances.
Good Luck
Also you many people look into the reporting section in selling manager. This however does not show your LISTING fees.
dondk
12-02-2008, 01:07 PM
Also you many people look into the reporting section in selling manager. This however does not show your LISTING fees.
my listing fee's are there... :confused:
if you are looking at a specific auction you can use the sales record number, when you see the "profit" just search for the matching listing fee line number. while they are not combined, they are reported and included in the total ebay fee's in the total section.
you should also watch the sales record for discount on disputed items, they will show there as well.
the only thing the reports do not show unless you calculate into the item cost is the overhead of boxes, tax, tapes and the such.
as a rule of thumb i use a arbitrary number for item cost, if I am lucky to get the item cheaper then it is just more profit, but with the arbitrary number I know at the very minimum what I am making.
WTFD4V1D
12-02-2008, 01:17 PM
For a Buy-It-Now at $149.99 shipping from CA to NY, my total was $114.43.
timhsr
12-02-2008, 02:20 PM
my listing fee's are there... :confused:
if you are looking at a specific auction you can use the sales record number, when you see the "profit" just search for the matching listing fee line number. while they are not combined, they are reported and included in the total ebay fee's in the total section.
you should also watch the sales record for discount on disputed items, they will show there as well.
the only thing the reports do not show unless you calculate into the item cost is the overhead of boxes, tax, tapes and the such.
as a rule of thumb i use a arbitrary number for item cost, if I am lucky to get the item cheaper then it is just more profit, but with the arbitrary number I know at the very minimum what I am making.
Most do not look for the listing fee. They just see the one line and think that it's all included.
Thare187
12-02-2008, 02:59 PM
Check gamestops. Got 10 in Cincy area
homang
12-02-2008, 03:08 PM
Local sales only and I paid 65 plus tax for them so its all good.
how did u score em for $65?!
EKen9
12-02-2008, 05:26 PM
Damn best buy is shipping the Fits wrapped in plastic again:mad:
ooGabo0Ga
12-02-2008, 05:27 PM
Are you guys primarily selling fits or wiis? Which makes more?
DogAndPony
12-02-2008, 05:40 PM
fits are making a lot more. dropped about 12 fits off at fedex (all that would fit in my car, lol), and swung by target. they had two fits. bought both of them
ooGabo0Ga
12-02-2008, 05:45 PM
any ways to avoid tax and such or cashback deals when buying them at BB, Gamestop, or Target?
wiiseller
12-02-2008, 06:07 PM
question. important one. by acciedent i shipped 2 wiis to the same person through ups. anybody know if it is possible to change the address mid-shipment???
EKen9
12-02-2008, 06:11 PM
question. important one. by acciedent i shipped 2 wiis to the same person through ups. anybody know if it is possible to change the address mid-shipment???
yes but you have to be quick about it, call UPS ASAP
Dave123999
12-02-2008, 06:15 PM
I noticed that the Wii & Wii Fit tracker was down for Wal-Mart so here is way to get around that...
go to this link
Walmart.com (http://www.walmart.com/catalog/product.do?dest=9999999997&product_id=9188483&sourceid=25820146814025190467)
Then in the address bar paste this for Wii: javascript:openFindInStore(7855161)
or this for Wii Fit: javascript:openFindInStore(9188483)
Then click go and the tracker should pop-up, fyi I am using firefox.
I hope my first post is helpful to you all! Have a good one!
Dangerpotatos
12-02-2008, 06:30 PM
http://cgi.ebay.com/NEW-NINTENDO-Wii-CONSOLE-SYSTEM-GAMES-WII-FIT-BUNDLE_W0QQitemZ110320790565QQcmdZViewItemQQptZVid eo_Games?hash=item110320790565&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14&_trkparms=72%3A1234%7C66%3A2%7C65%3A12%7C39%3A1%7C 240%3A1309%7C301%3A1%7C293%3A1%7C294%3A50
This guy is dominate Wii + Wii Fit bundle!!
tooligan
12-02-2008, 08:21 PM
http://cgi.ebay.com/NEW-NINTENDO-Wii-CONSOLE-SYSTEM-GAMES-WII-FIT-BUNDLE_W0QQitemZ110320790565QQcmdZViewItemQQptZVid eo_Games?hash=item110320790565&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14&_trkparms=72%3A1234%7C66%3A2%7C65%3A12%7C39%3A1%7C 240%3A1309%7C301%3A1%7C293%3A1%7C294%3A50
This guy is dominate Wii + Wii Fit bundle!!
60% of those are shill bids to get his listing to the top.
Jtultra
12-02-2008, 08:42 PM
What are shill bids?
Harperman9706
12-02-2008, 09:19 PM
I noticed that the Wii & Wii Fit tracker was down for Wal-Mart so here is way to get around that...
go to this link
Walmart.com (http://www.walmart.com/catalog/product.do?dest=9999999997&product_id=9188483&sourceid=25820146814025190467)
Then in the address bar paste this for Wii: javascript:openFindInStore(7855161)
or this for Wii Fit: javascript:openFindInStore(9188483)
Then click go and the tracker should pop-up, fyi I am using firefox.
I hope my first post is helpful to you all! Have a good one!
Thanks!
Anybody having any luck with targets system?
nikolasmor
12-02-2008, 09:21 PM
What are shill bids?
Fake Bids or Fake Buys to bump you up in the search results.
EKen9
12-02-2008, 09:24 PM
What are shill bids?
people buying but not paying on purpose
kfpanda
12-02-2008, 10:55 PM
Has anyone here tried using "Featured First" for Fixed Price Auctions? It costs an extra $25 for 7 or 10 day auction.
Ebay says you will RANDOMLY be selected to appear at the top of search results.
If you already have Raised Search Standing/Powerseller Status, does that improve your search standings that much?
Dangerpotatos
12-02-2008, 11:00 PM
60% of those are shill bids to get his listing to the top.
I see. That is actually a good idea but it will require so many different accounts. :lol:
nikolasmor
12-02-2008, 11:01 PM
Or a nationwide group of people
GameFreac
12-02-2008, 11:19 PM
Hey I'm new...I want to get into this.
I saw a few good deals on Craigslist and wanted to buy them, then resell them on eBay, but I've had no luck so far.
Any beginner's tips, how to do it, anything of that nature?
Thanks :)
timhsr
12-03-2008, 12:09 AM
http://cgi.ebay.com/NEW-NINTENDO-Wii-CONSOLE-SYSTEM-GAMES-WII-FIT-BUNDLE_W0QQitemZ110320790565QQcmdZViewItemQQptZVid eo_Games?hash=item110320790565&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14&_trkparms=72%3A1234%7C66%3A2%7C65%3A12%7C39%3A1%7C 240%3A1309%7C301%3A1%7C293%3A1%7C294%3A50
This guy is dominate Wii + Wii Fit bundle!!
He also has Wii Play, Nunchuck, and 2 in 1 fitness bundle.
balkan
12-03-2008, 12:24 AM
The fit is picking up, while the Wii has been ordinary. Anyone know how to track the fit through best nuy, target and game stop?
Thare187
12-03-2008, 12:27 AM
Hey I'm new...I want to get into this.
I saw a few good deals on Craigslist and wanted to buy them, then resell them on eBay, but I've had no luck so far.
Any beginner's tips, how to do it, anything of that nature?
Thanks :)
Unless the CL poster is desperate to get rid of stock and are selling near retail, don't buy the Fits or console. Just follow the boards on where to grab some when they come in stock. Also, register at wiialerts.com to get cell phone alerts when wiis/fits come in stock online. Since you are on slickdeals I assume you have a credit card with some sort of cashback/points deal. Always nice to get some cashback or gas cards. I here chase freedom is a nice card. I don't sell consoles, just Fits. I usually call blockbusters on wednesdays around 2pm. They tend to get stock every other week and I have no problem spending a full day driving around to most blockbusters in Cincinnati using iphone and GPS to get around. They let you buy multiples and can usually get around 25-30. Some blockbusters get stock on Tuesdays so check your area. The good thing about blockbuster is that most peopple don't think to look there. There will be other resellers in your area who know this, so you need to be quick. Gamestops usually tend to get shipment on tuesdays or wednesdays but tend to limit you to one at a time. I always ask anyway and was finally rewarded with my first multiple buy at a gamestop. A couple people on here have gamestops that sell them multiples but it's rare. I don't really waste my time at bestbuy or Targets. The inventory tracker is down so it's hit or miss unless it is in the ads. Get you significant other or family members involved. When going to a bestbuy or target it's always nice to be able to get 2 or 3 instead of 1 plus it is a way to spend some quality time while you are "working". I started reselling when the Fits were released so I am still kinda new. I am lucky as I have a third party that I sell my Fits to, who in return sells them himself on his site. I don't have to worry about shipping/angry customers, Put an ad on Craigslist to sell in bulk. It will probably get flagged, but I have had some success in the past. Also, look for other items to resell here on the boards. When Acer One's dropped in price I had a field day. They were out of stock in most of the country, but the Microcenter around me had tons. Id walk in and but ten at a time and ended up making anywhere from 35-50 on each one. Don't be one dimensional. There are people on here who have alot more experience than me so just watch the boards and ask some questions. If you have any questions feel free to private message me.
I noticed that the Wii & Wii Fit tracker was down for Wal-Mart so here is way to get around that...
go to this link
Walmart.com (http://www.walmart.com/catalog/product.do?dest=9999999997&product_id=9188483&sourceid=25820146814025190467)
Then in the address bar paste this for Wii: javascript:openFindInStore(7855161)
or this for Wii Fit: javascript:openFindInStore(9188483)
Then click go and the tracker should pop-up, fyi I am using firefox.
I hope my first post is helpful to you all! Have a good one!
Thanks!
phazein
12-03-2008, 12:42 AM
I noticed that the Wii & Wii Fit tracker was down for Wal-Mart so here is way to get around that...
go to this link
Walmart.com (http://www.walmart.com/catalog/product.do?dest=9999999997&product_id=9188483&sourceid=25820146814025190467)
Then in the address bar paste this for Wii: javascript:openFindInStore(7855161)
or this for Wii Fit: javascript:openFindInStore(9188483)
Then click go and the tracker should pop-up, fyi I am using firefox.
I hope my first post is helpful to you all! Have a good one!
I am having no luck with this. I disabled my pop ups and am using ff. Can someone please show me how to use this for the fit?
Thare187
12-03-2008, 12:45 AM
I am having no luck with this. I disabled my pop ups and am using ff. Can someone please show me how to use this for the fit?
Im using IE. Copy the javascript the OP provided for either fits or wiis. Click on OP's walmart link. Erase all info in address bar and paste provided link in the blank addy bar. Hit enter and you should be good to go
Edit: Just tried it using FF and didn't have any problems using the above directions
phazein
12-03-2008, 08:46 AM
Im using IE. Copy the javascript the OP provided for either fits or wiis. Click on OP's walmart link. Erase all info in address bar and paste provided link in the blank addy bar. Hit enter and you should be good to go
Edit: Just tried it using FF and didn't have any problems using the above directions
Thanks I missed the erase part.
johnsinkenya
12-03-2008, 08:54 AM
Here's my situation: I sold the last of my Wiis on ebay at the end of last week (user ID faelon27), but the buyer sent me a barely-coherent message backing out of the deal. I'm leaving for vacation this Sunday for a week, and want to get rid of the Wii before that. Anyone here want the system? I'm thinking $275 Paypal'd (good thing Amazon let so many systems out at $249.99 total), and I'll ship it out from central Jersey ASAP. Any interest?
aiber
12-03-2008, 09:20 AM
prices are on the up and up. I sold 3 wii console only bundles for $350 a pop last week. My CL is picking up as well. Sold another 2 for $310 today. I love this time of the year.
What is "CL"?
nikolasmor
12-03-2008, 09:25 AM
counter-intelligence leader
scimani2
12-03-2008, 09:37 AM
Clue-Less
aiber
12-03-2008, 09:39 AM
Clue-Less
Why the sarcasm??
nikolasmor
12-03-2008, 09:40 AM
Corporate Liason
avatar13
12-03-2008, 09:42 AM
CL=Craigslist
nikolasmor
12-03-2008, 09:43 AM
Awwwwwwwwwwww, ruined the fun
DoYouRemix
12-03-2008, 09:49 AM
I don't sell consoles, just Fits. I usually call blockbusters on wednesdays around 2pm. They tend to get stock every other week and I have no problem spending a full day driving around to most blockbusters in Cincinnati using iphone and GPS to get around.
Did your BBusters get Fits this week?
I got a Fit from TRU today. It didn't look like they had very many.
GameFreac
12-03-2008, 09:54 AM
Unless the CL poster is desperate to get rid of stock and are selling near retail, don't buy the Fits or console. Just follow the boards on where to grab some when they come in stock. Also, register at wiialerts.com to get cell phone alerts when wiis/fits come in stock online. Since you are on slickdeals I assume you have a credit card with some sort of cashback/points deal. Always nice to get some cashback or gas cards. I here chase freedom is a nice card. I don't sell consoles, just Fits. I usually call blockbusters on wednesdays around 2pm. They tend to get stock every other week and I have no problem spending a full day driving around to most blockbusters in Cincinnati using iphone and GPS to get around. They let you buy multiples and can usually get around 25-30. Some blockbusters get stock on Tuesdays so check your area. The good thing about blockbuster is that most peopple don't think to look there. There will be other resellers in your area who know this, so you need to be quick. Gamestops usually tend to get shipment on tuesdays or wednesdays but tend to limit you to one at a time. I always ask anyway and was finally rewarded with my first multiple buy at a gamestop. A couple people on here have gamestops that sell them multiples but it's rare. I don't really waste my time at bestbuy or Targets. The inventory tracker is down so it's hit or miss unless it is in the ads. Get you significant other or family members involved. When going to a bestbuy or target it's always nice to be able to get 2 or 3 instead of 1 plus it is a way to spend some quality time while you are "working". I started reselling when the Fits were released so I am still kinda new. I am lucky as I have a third party that I sell my Fits to, who in return sells them himself on his site. I don't have to worry about shipping/angry customers, Put an ad on Craigslist to sell in bulk. It will probably get flagged, but I have had some success in the past. Also, look for other items to resell here on the boards. When Acer One's dropped in price I had a field day. They were out of stock in most of the country, but the Microcenter around me had tons. Id walk in and but ten at a time and ended up making anywhere from 35-50 on each one. Don't be one dimensional. There are people on here who have alot more experience than me so just watch the boards and ask some questions. If you have any questions feel free to private message me.
Thanks!
Thanks a lot....so you say it's not a good idea to buy from craigslist?
And should I sell on eBay or Craigslist when I get them?
I only have a debit card.
I just don't get how you could make THAT much if you buy a Wii at retail, then resell them on eBay, since they're like $270 with tax and they sell for $290-$320 on eBay.
I was just wondering how you guys make a profit off of this. I saw some deals on Craigslist for $200-$220 and I could understand the profit there, but not for full retail price.
Anyone want to give me any more tips? Thanks. I appreciate it. :)
DoYouRemix
12-03-2008, 10:06 AM
Thanks a lot....so you say it's not a good idea to buy from craigslist?
And should I sell on eBay or Craigslist when I get them?
I just don't get how you could make THAT much if you buy a Wii at retail, then resell them on eBay, since they're like $270 with tax and they sell for $290-$320 on eBay.
I was just wondering how you guys make a profit off of this. I saw some deals on Craigslist for $200-$220 and I could understand the profit there, but not for full retail price.
Anyone want to give me any more tips? Thanks. I appreciate it. :)
Nobody said we were making $100 off of each sale. Last year, sure, but that's not happening this year.
If somebody is selling new Wiis for $200 on your local CL you can be absolutely, completely, 100%, without a doubt certain that it's stolen.
GameFreac
12-03-2008, 10:09 AM
Nobody said we were making $100 off of each sale. Last year, sure, but that's not happening this year.
If somebody is selling new Wiis for $200 on your local CL you can be absolutely, completely, 100%, without a doubt certain that it's stolen.
I know it's not $100 profit...I was just thinking somewhere in the $40-$50 profit range. What is the average profit you guys make? Like I said I'm VERY new to this...I have no idea what I'm doing. I'm just asking questions right now lol
Ok thanks for the tip man. I'll watch out for that.
sonic99
12-03-2008, 10:20 AM
I know it's not $100 profit...I was just thinking somewhere in the $40-$50 profit range. What is the average profit you guys make? Like I said I'm VERY new to this...I have no idea what I'm doing. I'm just asking questions right now lol
Ok thanks for the tip man. I'll watch out for that.
you're too late, don't bother at this point.
GameFreac
12-03-2008, 10:22 AM
you're too late, don't bother at this point.
Too late for what?
Kuhawkdave
12-03-2008, 10:22 AM
No offense, but I fear this is not a very good time to be starting from scratch in the Wii-reselling game. Most successful sellers have been selling for 6 months to 2 years. Their eBay feedback is perfect, they are currently receiving 40% discounts on final value eBay fees, and most likely have shipping discounts with UPS/Fedex/Box suppliers.
As they say in biz school, the barriers to entry have increased significantly in the last year due to eBay policy changes. Anyone looking for easy profits will be sorely dissapointed.
DogAndPony
12-03-2008, 10:34 AM
well newbies can still make a profit on ebay even without the 40% discount. in this economy, people are willing to take the chance, even with the smallest profit margin
nikolasmor
12-03-2008, 10:49 AM
Love my 40% FVF Discount and 2.2% paypal fee's vs regular price!
seanickson
12-03-2008, 11:39 AM
How bad is media mail delivery time in December? I've heard its slow. Should I avoid it all together?
nikolasmor
12-03-2008, 11:50 AM
Media Mail, YOU WILL HAVE SOME MAD CUSTOMERS!!
scimani2
12-03-2008, 12:13 PM
Media Mail, YOU WILL HAVE SOME MAD CUSTOMERS!!
agreed, if you wanna save at USPS, at least go with parcel post.
media mail is just asking for trouble
Jarobata
12-03-2008, 12:28 PM
Love my 40% FVF Discount and 2.2% paypal fee's vs regular price!
Where you getting the 2.2% from?
xiaobebe
12-03-2008, 12:35 PM
Where you getting the 2.2% from?
that's the tier discount.
Monthly sales Price per transaction
$0.00 USD - $3,000.00 USD 2.9% + $0.30 USD
$3,000.01 USD - $10,000.00 USD 2.5% + $0.30 USD
$10,000.01 USD - $100,000.00 USD 2.2% + $0.30 USD
> $100,000.00 USD 1.9% + $0.30 USD
nikolasmor
12-03-2008, 12:48 PM
that's the tier discount.
Monthly sales Price per transaction
$0.00 USD - $3,000.00 USD 2.9% + $0.30 USD
$3,000.01 USD - $10,000.00 USD 2.5% + $0.30 USD
$10,000.01 USD - $100,000.00 USD 2.2% + $0.30 USD
> $100,000.00 USD 1.9% + $0.30 USD
Oh I'm at 2.5, gotta be, no way I do 10K a month...or is there....hmmm Time for some math.
Mswol767
12-03-2008, 01:18 PM
is there anyone to talk to someone at ebay about powerseller status.. ive been doink around 5k a month in sales.
nikolasmor
12-03-2008, 01:22 PM
powerseller@ebay.com Not sure what they can do for you.
phazein
12-03-2008, 01:35 PM
I have 2 wii fits that I need to get rid of fast. I have been selling on cl since I need the money fast I am thinking of putting them on ebay to avoid killing the cl market. Should I list them together with a bin? and what's a good bin price? I don't really use ebay much. TIA
nikolasmor
12-03-2008, 01:37 PM
check completed auctions for current market value
phazein
12-03-2008, 01:41 PM
check completed auctions for current market value
That's not so easy from my cell phone. I won't be home until later. I was hoping that's some ebayers could give me some advise.
nikolasmor
12-03-2008, 01:45 PM
That's not so easy from my cell phone. I won't be home until later. I was hoping that's some ebayers could give me some advise.
I'll look for you now!
nikolasmor
12-03-2008, 01:49 PM
152.50
146.50
152.50
172.50
151.51
172.50
177.50
143.09
160.09
phazein
12-03-2008, 01:50 PM
I'll look for you now!
Thanks you didn't have to go through all the trouble. I ca check when I get home. I just thought with all the resellers here that someone would have a general idea. I was also wondering what do people have a better success with a 1 or 3 day auction or a bin?
nikolasmor
12-03-2008, 01:51 PM
152.50
146.50
152.50
172.50
151.51
172.50
177.50
143.09
160.09
BIN for me with live.com cashback mentioned works pretty well!
scimani2
12-03-2008, 02:23 PM
Thanks you didn't have to go through all the trouble. I ca check when I get home. I just thought with all the resellers here that someone would have a general idea. I was also wondering what do people have a better success with a 1 or 3 day auction or a bin?
length of auction doesnt matter
you wont get too many bids until the last hour or so anyway
seanickson
12-03-2008, 02:45 PM
agreed, if you wanna save at USPS, at least go with parcel post.
media mail is just asking for trouble
okay thanks. I screwed up and sent like 50 packages yesterday through media mail, not thinking about what the holiday crunch does to delivery times. Oh well I guess I may lose my amazon account, wont make that mistake again though
nikolasmor
12-03-2008, 03:03 PM
okay thanks. I screwed up and sent like 50 packages yesterday through media mail, not thinking about what the holiday crunch does to delivery times. Oh well I guess I may lose my amazon account, wont make that mistake again though
Oh on amazon? Thats not nearly as bad as on ebay!
krillin_boi
12-03-2008, 03:13 PM
is there anyone to talk to someone at ebay about powerseller status.. ive been doink around 5k a month in sales.
consistently for how many months? i think you have to do it 3-4 months straight to get the invitation...5K a month should earn you either bronze or silver powerseller status
ky151
12-03-2008, 03:15 PM
consistently for how many months? i think you have to do it 3-4 months straight to get the invitation...5K a month should earn you either bronze or silver powerseller status
5k a month should be silver, i think the requirements for that are $9,000 in sales for a 3-month period
seanickson
12-03-2008, 04:03 PM
Oh on amazon? Thats not nearly as bad as on ebay!
yeah I could live with it, as long as I have ebay. How slow is it during this time? Would the delivery time be approaching XMAS?
scimani2
12-03-2008, 05:38 PM
i think media mail is 2-9 days or something.
with amazon you'll be fine
GameFreac
12-03-2008, 06:17 PM
No offense, but I fear this is not a very good time to be starting from scratch in the Wii-reselling game. Most successful sellers have been selling for 6 months to 2 years. Their eBay feedback is perfect, they are currently receiving 40% discounts on final value eBay fees, and most likely have shipping discounts with UPS/Fedex/Box suppliers.
As they say in biz school, the barriers to entry have increased significantly in the last year due to eBay policy changes. Anyone looking for easy profits will be sorely dissapointed.
I know they're not really hard to find anymore and people aren't paying $500 for them anymore, but I still want to at least try to do it a few times.
It's not the best timing but I'm not in it to make big bucks or anything. I just want to do it for fun and maybe make some money.
But I have 2 questions:
1. How much do you guys make on average per Wii resold?
2. Where do you sell it? eBay? Craigslist? Any other ways?
Thanks to the people that actually want to help me
:D
nikolasmor
12-03-2008, 07:00 PM
I know they're not really hard to find anymore and people aren't paying $500 for them anymore, but I still want to at least try to do it a few times.
It's not the best timing but I'm not in it to make big bucks or anything. I just want to do it for fun and maybe make some money.
But I have 2 questions:
1. How much do you guys make on average per Wii resold?
2. Where do you sell it? eBay? Craigslist? Any other ways?
Thanks to the people that actually want to help me
:D
I sell on CL, Ebay, local classifieds and my most successful advertising is WORD OF MOUTH!
I make $80+ on most wii bundle sales but thats because I got a huge stockpile for about $40 under retail!!
GameFreac
12-03-2008, 07:11 PM
I sell on CL, Ebay, local classifieds and my most successful advertising is WORD OF MOUTH!
I make $80+ on most wii bundle sales but thats because I got a huge stockpile for about $40 under retail!!
O ok...how do you get them for $40 under retail?
I was thinking about buying Wii's at retail then selling them for $300 on CL and making around $30
Do people usually buy them for that much or what? I've never used CL. I use eBay sometimes though.
nikolasmor
12-03-2008, 07:20 PM
There was a special deal a while back and I got about 40 Wii+Fit+Mat Bundles for $320 shipped
GameFreac
12-03-2008, 07:59 PM
There was a special deal a while back and I got about 40 Wii+Fit+Mat Bundles for $320 shipped
O ok...nevermind then. lol
nikolasmor
12-03-2008, 08:03 PM
Yup Mucho dead
Thare187
12-03-2008, 08:27 PM
Anyone have any luck with blockbuster in Cincy?
WTFD4V1D
12-03-2008, 09:42 PM
Just saw the Wii Fit commercial from when the Wii Fit came out. Hopefully this is a sign of things to come.
ooGabo0Ga
12-03-2008, 10:06 PM
whats average profit for yall on wii fits? 30-40?
nikolasmor
12-04-2008, 03:43 AM
thats a high average for most
DogAndPony
12-04-2008, 05:45 AM
yeah too high. you haev to bundle the wii to make any real profits. wii + mario kart has done extremely well for me surprisingly.
GameFreac
12-04-2008, 10:19 AM
If I bought a Wii, then posted it on Craigslist for $300 brand new, do you think I would get any takers?
What's the average price you sell it for?
ky151
12-04-2008, 10:27 AM
If I bought a Wii, then posted it on Craigslist for $300 brand new, do you think I would get any takers?
What's the average price you sell it for?
Local markets are different. You're just going to have to look at your local CL and the availabilty in your area and make that decision.
GameFreac
12-04-2008, 10:33 AM
Local markets are different. You're just going to have to look at your local CL and the availabilty in your area and make that decision.
Every time I look on Craigslist, they are always going for the $300 range.
I have seen a bunch of Wii's where I live so I could buy one for $270, the make a $30 profit.
But I don't know if people are actually buying them. I'm not really looking for an exact answer, I'm just asking if it's been done before by anyone so I can get a general idea.
heinz2141
12-04-2008, 10:49 AM
Every time I look on Craigslist, they are always going for the $300 range.
I have seen a bunch of Wii's where I live so I could buy one for $270, the make a $30 profit.
But I don't know if people are actually buying them. I'm not really looking for an exact answer, I'm just asking if it's been done before by anyone so I can get a general idea.
There's just not an easy answer. There are far too many variables. You could get lucky and flip a couple here and there, but in my area, Wii's are able to be found in stores without too much effort. I dumped all my Amazon Wii's for $270 on CL. Even then I didn't have many takers.
Also, CL isn't always well known in some towns.
Did the retailers in your town get large shipments last Sunday or will they have large shipments for this Sunday?
Like others have said, you can try, and God bless you I hope it works out, but its a lot more difficult to make any kind of money at all right now. Honestly, when this started, all you needed to do was get a Wii and throw it on Ebay and watch the bank account fill up. Now the biggest challenge is making sure you get your money back and that you can unload the stock you have without having to eat too much money.
GameFreac
12-04-2008, 10:52 AM
There's just not an easy answer. There are far too many variables. You could get lucky and flip a couple here and there, but in my area, Wii's are able to be found in stores without too much effort. I dumped all my Amazon Wii's for $270 on CL. Even then I didn't have many takers.
Also, CL isn't always well known in some towns.
Did the retailers in your town get large shipments last Sunday or will they have large shipments for this Sunday?
Like others have said, you can try, and God bless you I hope it works out, but its a lot more difficult to make any kind of money at all right now. Honestly, when this started, all you needed to do was get a Wii and throw it on Ebay and watch the bank account fill up. Now the biggest challenge is making sure you get your money back and that you can unload the stock you have without having to eat too much money.
Alright..well I'm like 45 minutes from Atlanta
I don't know about the shipments but everytime I go to walmart and target, they have them
I might try. I just e-mailed about 5 sellers that were selling for $300 and asked if they had any takers and if they all say yes, I'll think about it. But if they're just sitting there with their Wii's, I'm not gonna do it.
And I'm not in this to make big bucks. I just want to make a little money, whether it be $100 or $30. I'm not doing this as my main income. It's just for fun really to get some extra cash.
Thanks
scimani2
12-04-2008, 11:00 AM
Alright..well I'm like 45 minutes from Atlanta
I don't know about the shipments but everytime I go to walmart and target, they have them
I might try. I just e-mailed about 5 sellers that were selling for $300 and asked if they had any takers and if they all say yes, I'll think about it. But if they're just sitting there with their Wii's, I'm not gonna do it.
And I'm not in this to make big bucks. I just want to make a little money, whether it be $100 or $30. I'm not doing this as my main income. It's just for fun really to get some extra cash.
Thanks
OK, so post a listing on CL (w/o your phone number) just an email or let them reply though CL that you have one for sale for $300. see if you get any takers. if you get a serious buyer, go out and buy it and flip it to him for a profit. easiest way to see. unlike Ebay, its free to post on CL.
rmendonca24
12-04-2008, 11:06 AM
Amazon...Wii's...GO!
GameFreac
12-04-2008, 12:13 PM
OK, so post a listing on CL (w/o your phone number) just an email or let them reply though CL that you have one for sale for $300. see if you get any takers. if you get a serious buyer, go out and buy it and flip it to him for a profit. easiest way to see. unlike Ebay, its free to post on CL.
That's what I was thinking about doing
I'm gonna go do that now...thanks man :)
JusminTheGreat
12-04-2008, 01:04 PM
wii fits anywhere during this weekend at CC or BB or anything
WTFD4V1D
12-04-2008, 01:22 PM
Circuit City has them this Sunday.
DoYouRemix
12-04-2008, 01:38 PM
Nevermind. Sciman already said what I just finished posting.
Suz726
12-04-2008, 01:45 PM
I just picked up two Wii Fits at the Game Crazy in Willingboro, NJ. I brought one for my niece and nephew and one for someone on slickdeals for all the help over the years. I'm willing to sell it for $90 plus 7% NJ sales plus and whatever shipping cost I incur. First person to PM me can have it.
South Jersey residents, Willingboro Game Crazy had about 32 in stock about 3:00.
forenslick
12-04-2008, 01:56 PM
nvmind
scimani2
12-04-2008, 02:01 PM
I just picked up two Wii Fits at the Game Crazy in Willingboro, NJ. I brought one for my niece and nephew and one for someone on slickdeals for all the help over the years. I'm willing to sell it for $90 plus 7% NJ sales plus and whatever shipping cost I incur. First person to PM me can have it.
South Jersey residents, Willingboro Game Crazy had about 32 in stock about 3:00.
Retail + sales tax + Actual Shipping?? yuck.
boy, really amazon spoils us, huh?
Sorry Chief, it was a nice jesture, and maybe someone will take you up on it
i just havent paid retail inc. tax&shipping for any reselling items in months!
phazein
12-04-2008, 02:30 PM
Do most of you use fedex? I never shipped before but I joined fedex from http://forums.slickdeals.net/showthread.php?sduid=60766&t=1022077&highlight=fedex Shipping seams to be at a great price. It was under $12 for my very first package.
rmendonca24
12-04-2008, 02:38 PM
Do most of you use fedex? I never shipped before but I joined fedex from http://forums.slickdeals.net/showthread.php?sduid=60766&t=1022077&highlight=fedex Shipping seams to be at a great price. It was under $12 for my very first package.
I've used FedEx for awhile and am very happy...Fit is usually no more than $13 and Cosole about $11
DogAndPony
12-04-2008, 02:45 PM
I switched to Fedex over UPS this year. I've probably saved over $2500 on shipping costs!
phazein
12-04-2008, 02:52 PM
I switched to Fedex over UPS this year. I've probably saved over $2500 on shipping costs!
I've used FedEx for awhile and am very happy...Fit is usually no more than $13 and Cosole about $11
Wow I am glad I just joined. I never sold on ebay because of the high fee's. I just sold my first Fit on ebay for $142.50. Not bad for only using ebay once in over a year and not paying to feature it.
WTFD4V1D
12-04-2008, 03:23 PM
Do most of you use fedex? I never shipped before but I joined fedex from http://forums.slickdeals.net/showthread.php?sduid=60766&t=1022077&highlight=fedex Shipping seams to be at a great price. It was under $12 for my very first package.
Did you guys use the first link to get a Fedex account then use the account number for Shiprush?
GameFreac
12-04-2008, 03:25 PM
That's what I was thinking about doing
I'm gonna go do that now...thanks man :)
Well that was fast. I just called my Gamestop and they have Wiis and a guy already sent me an offer on craigslist. It took like 2 hours.
Man if my town keeps getting shipments, this could be really cool. Sure I won't make $10,000 a month or anything but a couple hundred bucks a month would be awesome.
Thanks guys
I'll let you know how it went if I do end up getting one and selling it
WTFD4V1D
12-04-2008, 03:38 PM
I wish I could sell my Wiis for $300. I barely get calls for $265 in So Cal.
GameFreac
12-04-2008, 03:50 PM
I wish I could sell my Wiis for $300. I barely get calls for $265 in So Cal.
Well the guy hasn't called back yet. He seemed interested and said "let me know ASAP" I wish I could sell it right now. lol
I hope my Gamestop still has some tomorrow because I gotta finish my final english paper tonight. I also hope he's not too far away because if I waste gas I'll only make like $20.
GameFreac
12-04-2008, 04:01 PM
Crap I think it was a scam...well on to the next buyer hopefully :(
" Hello... I really appreciate your response to my mail.I want you to
consider it sold, pls do withdraw the advert from craigslist to avoid
disturbance.I want you to know that i will be paying via certified
check .I will need you to provide me the following information to
facilitate the mailing of the check
1.....Full name to write on the check
2.....Full Physical address to post the check
3.....Home & Cell Phone to contact you
**I will like you to know that you will not be responsible for
shipping i will have my mover come over as soon as you have cashed the
check
**Please kindly keep other buyers off.
Regards"
Wow that looks legit.
/sarcasm
WTFD4V1D
12-04-2008, 04:16 PM
Do most of you use fedex? I never shipped before but I joined fedex from http://forums.slickdeals.net/showthread.php?sduid=60766&t=1022077&highlight=fedex Shipping seams to be at a great price. It was under $12 for my very first package.
Crap I think it was a scam...well on to the next buyer hopefully :(
" Hello... I really appreciate your response to my mail.I want you to
consider it sold, pls do withdraw the advert from craigslist to avoid
disturbance.I want you to know that i will be paying via certified
check .I will need you to provide me the following information to
facilitate the mailing of the check
1.....Full name to write on the check
2.....Full Physical address to post the check
3.....Home & Cell Phone to contact you
**I will like you to know that you will not be responsible for
shipping i will have my mover come over as soon as you have cashed the
check
**Please kindly keep other buyers off.
Regards"
Wow that looks legit.
/sarcasm
Welcome to the world of Craigslist lol. I get constantly spammed with these.
Thare187
12-04-2008, 04:21 PM
Crap I think it was a scam...well on to the next buyer hopefully :(
" Hello... I really appreciate your response to my mail.I want you to
consider it sold, pls do withdraw the advert from craigslist to avoid
disturbance.I want you to know that i will be paying via certified
check .I will need you to provide me the following information to
facilitate the mailing of the check
1.....Full name to write on the check
2.....Full Physical address to post the check
3.....Home & Cell Phone to contact you
**I will like you to know that you will not be responsible for
shipping i will have my mover come over as soon as you have cashed the
check
**Please kindly keep other buyers off.
Regards"
Wow that looks legit.
/sarcasm
Anyone ever responded to one of these spam emails for fun? Just kinda curious as to what they try to do speciffically? I may give it a shot sometime just to see what they do.
GameFreac
12-04-2008, 04:25 PM
Welcome to the world of Craigslist lol. I get constantly spammed with these.
Haha
I was just gonna reply with...no
cash only...f*ck you.
But I figured they might have my post flagged to be taken down so I just said "no I'm not stupid. cash only"
I got 3 spam emails so far. Awesome :(
Thare187
12-04-2008, 04:28 PM
Thanks to Dave123999- the new Wlamart tracker is posted in the Wiki
dealsalways
12-04-2008, 04:49 PM
Anyone ever responded to one of these spam emails for fun? Just kinda curious as to what they try to do speciffically? I may give it a shot sometime just to see what they do.
The MO is very simple, right? Send you a bad cashiers check or some such for way over the price of the item, make you send them a good payment for the remaining, then the original cashiers' check bounces.
You're out the money you sent him.
On CL, the rule is "always deal in person. If an absentee transaction is attempted, it's a scam. Simple."
smalliebigs
12-04-2008, 07:05 PM
I loaded 80 wii bundle and 150 wii fit 30 day fixed price listings on eBay in the morning. In the evening they were SOLD OUT. Guys and gals, be careful with your listings... as I am learning a painful lesson. I'll probably be up 36 hrs straight packing these things... I love and hate this time of year.
nikolasmor
12-04-2008, 07:18 PM
Are you serious? Ebay name? THAT IS NUTS!!!
Mswol767
12-04-2008, 07:39 PM
Is anyone know if selling the little widgets on ebay still work to increase feedback and best match? I am close to 70 feedback and want to gain powerseller status so i was thinking of listing 30 auctions at 1 cent for folks to buy? Stupid any thoughts?