Buying a used pop up

Hyde · 07-01-2011, 08:51 PM

I have seen a lot of pop ups being sold on Craigslist. Where I live a lot of people have lost jobs so they are selling them pretty cheap. Would you feel bad for buying a used pop up from someone who is selling out of desperation, not because they want to?

Grandpa · 07-01-2011, 10:46 PM

If you're feeling bad, give them a little extra. I'm sure they are glad to get what they get even if they are not happy having to do it. I'm afraid there will be a lot more of that sooner than later. And he may find a job about the time yours runs out.

Ilovelife · 07-02-2011, 12:02 AM

If they don't sell to you they will sell to someone. That is what desperation is all about, doing what it takes to get by. I think Grandpa has a wonderful idea.

wvbreamfisherman · 07-02-2011, 07:24 AM

Grandpa is right- obviously they need the money more than they need the pop-up just now. By buying it at a fair price you may be giving them the help they need to get over a tough spot.

ejdixon · 10-04-2011, 06:59 AM

If you've checked the popup and it's in really good condition, be willing to offer the seller a fair price and just tell them that you're doing it because it's worth it.

isabelle · 10-04-2011, 10:28 AM

Saying you're broke and selling something is a good marketing ploy-not to put down anyone who is actually going through this. We picked up some good equipment on Craigslist for my GS troop.

rockin · 10-04-2011, 02:18 PM

Why would I feel bad? They need money and I want a pop-up. It's a win-win situation for all involved. I'm thinking that they would only sell if they had to have the money. I would not mess with them over the price though.

carmen · 10-04-2011, 02:58 PM

I like the idea rockin has here too, for me business is business. Even if that business is my overall pleasure when it comes to buying something that I want, need and can use.