Online auction sites — online anything — can be a minefield. There's sometimes built-in safeguards or limited buyer protection, but in the end it's like everything else in life; buyer beware. I've been a frequent flyer in the eBay and Craigslist worlds since their beginnings and I've learned the hard way (more than once) that not everyone shares the same values as most of us. I once actually found a motorcycle seller online using my photos to represent his item. But beyond dodging the liars, thieves and scammers, there's still the old concept of just shopping around. Here's a few cases of current eBay listings for the same items at wildly disparate prices.
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Need a shop manual for your '90-93 VFR?
On the left; $59.99. On the right; $9.99
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Need a shop manual for your '90-93 VFR?
On the left; $59.99. On the right; $9.99
How about a replacement brake lever?
On the left NOS OEM; $12.28. On the right an aftermarket piece; $47.98
On the left NOS OEM; $12.28. On the right an aftermarket piece; $47.98
How about a steering head bearing kit? Amazingly, these items are the same brand, part number and from the same seller!! They even use the same photo. On the left; $29.40, on the right; $52.00.
Speaking of expensive parts, an Arizona seller is offering this nice '86 seat cowl for an optimistic $249.95. In my experience he should maybe be hoping for something closer to $150. Best of luck.
And here's a new OEM Honda hand grip. These are still available at your local dealer for about $12. Our seller's price is $16.47...plus $9 shipping!!
Caveat Emptor.
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