eBay UK Model Kit Scams
Posted: Wed Jul 04, 2018 1:13 pm
Hi there,
I have noticed lately the increasing number of eBay scams involving the hobby. For example last night I saw a brand new Tamiya 1/35 Tiger for less than £12 delivered. They had around 30 for sale (!!) and if you look at the sellers account it looks like a legit UK account apart from there being only buyer feedback. However if you poke around a bit it starts to look like a fake account.
I was sad to see over 20 of these had been sold. I know you are protected by eBay and would get your money back but you are still lining the pockets of a despicable scumbag.
There is no way someone is selling brand new Tamiya Tiger kits for £11.38 delivered, I mean delivery is at least £3! Remember if it looks too good to be true it usually is.
I have noticed lately the increasing number of eBay scams involving the hobby. For example last night I saw a brand new Tamiya 1/35 Tiger for less than £12 delivered. They had around 30 for sale (!!) and if you look at the sellers account it looks like a legit UK account apart from there being only buyer feedback. However if you poke around a bit it starts to look like a fake account.
I was sad to see over 20 of these had been sold. I know you are protected by eBay and would get your money back but you are still lining the pockets of a despicable scumbag.
There is no way someone is selling brand new Tamiya Tiger kits for £11.38 delivered, I mean delivery is at least £3! Remember if it looks too good to be true it usually is. 
Thought it was way too suss and ordered something from another seller.