Has anyone been burned buying a sewing machine on Ebay
#161
I just bought one and it arrived last week. I was very careful on who I bought it from, not just an individual. He seemed to know what he was talking about. It was carefully packed and arrived in great condition. You can send those people questions and see how they respond. P.S. Its an older Pfaff, 1465cd. No more shake rattle and rolling. She purrs like a kitten!
#163
I bought my Singer 301 from an eBay seller and it was packed very, very, well. Checking their feedback is the best way to find out what type of seller they are. Be sure to check their "as a seller" feedback and not just "as a buyer".
#165
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Join Date: Dec 2009
Location: L'Anse, Michigan
Posts: 128
I bought a refurbished Brother on ebay and the sewing center I got it from was fast and efficient. Love the machine, works like a charm and arrived safe and sound. I did pay through paypal and had no problem. Even purchased some feet for it through the same sewing center and had great service.
#166
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Join Date: Aug 2010
Location: Upstate New York
Posts: 1,231
I sold my serger on ebay...got what I thought was a fair price, and it arrived at the buyer's place just fine.
I also collect child's sewing machines...have purchased many from ebay...never, ever had a problem...
the only thing that i would caution is to look at the seller's rating...if they hqve sold 300 items and have 100% positive feedback...then I would buy from them...if this is their first sale...I would be cautious...
Just know that you can always go through an escrow service...they will hold your payment until you receive the item and are satisfied...there is a small percentage fee, but very well worth it if you are nervous about the sale! Much better than losing the entire amount,ot having to fight for it...
I also collect child's sewing machines...have purchased many from ebay...never, ever had a problem...
the only thing that i would caution is to look at the seller's rating...if they hqve sold 300 items and have 100% positive feedback...then I would buy from them...if this is their first sale...I would be cautious...
Just know that you can always go through an escrow service...they will hold your payment until you receive the item and are satisfied...there is a small percentage fee, but very well worth it if you are nervous about the sale! Much better than losing the entire amount,ot having to fight for it...
#167
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Join Date: Jun 2011
Posts: 8
I have bought all of mine on ebay and only had one broke in shipping however they refunded my money be sure to insure them and be sure to pay thru paypal. Never wire money to them, if they request it's usually a scam. I love my bernina's
#168
My featherweight arrived in August , broken and I still have not gotten reimbursed- broke in shipping.Post office claims are very hard to get your money from.My wonderful handy dandy hubby fixed it for me and a local singer repairman had spare parts so I am good to go finally.
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