20% off toys on eBay - 20 July 2014

[autobreadticon]

eBay giveth discounteth

http://pages2.ebay.com.au/Sunday

1 day only, coupon code made available on day, up to five transactions per account to a capped discount of $200, conditions apply for what items are eligible

[Barrel05]

Whats the code?

[leej84]

Whats the code?

Read the first post.

[BruiseLee]

Whats the code?

It will be available on Sunday.

[DELTAprime]

I know what I'll be using the code towards.

I wonder how this works on the sellers end? Do they not get that 20% or does ebay give them the missing 20% out of it's account?

[CBratron]

I might go for a masterpiece ratbat or 25th anniversary unicorn in g1 colours.

[dirge]

Whats the code?

Bah-weep-Graaaaagnah wheep ni ni bong :D

[Omega Metro]

Whats the code?


"supercalifragilisticexpialidocious"..........."You will find Ebay prices quite blo-ody atroooocious!":D:eek:

[leej84]

So international items won't work with this sale? I'm reading the terms and conditions and it's only for listings in aus eBay, but I've seen on the forums where codes were used for international items too.

[DELTAprime]

International items should work. I bought an item from Taiwan when they had a Sunday sale on site wide. That was ebay.com.au only also. I guess what they mean is you can't use the code at other ebay sites checkout.

[leej84]

International items should work. I bought an item from Taiwan when they had a Sunday sale on site wide. That was ebay.com.au only also. I guess what they mean is you can't use the code at other ebay sites checkout.

Awesome, good to know. Thanks :)

[TAAUBlaster]

Am I correct in assuming that there is no "limited number" of coupons available this time? If I remember rightly, last ttime there was a 20% off sale, there was only a limited number of coupons.

[Raptormesh]

Am I correct in assuming that there is no "limited number" of coupons available this time? If I remember rightly, last ttime there was a 20% off sale, there was only a limited number of coupons.

Five coupons per account to a total of $1k max discount(max $200 per use).

[TAAUBlaster]

Ah my bad. I meant for the overall sale. I think last time they said about 60,000 coupons were available in total, and that once they were all used, the sale ended regardless of whether Sunday was fininished or not.

[Gofigure]

How do u get the coupon?

[Raptormesh]

Ah my bad. I meant for the overall sale. I think last time they said about 60,000 coupons were available in total, and that once they were all used, the sale ended regardless of whether Sunday was fininished or not.

IIRC there isn't a limit and there wasn't one before. It never did run out.


How do u get the coupon?

It will be on the ebay site come tomorrow 10am.

[Gofigure]

Cool thx ;)

[DELTAprime]

IIRC there isn't a limit and there wasn't one before. It never did run out.


Actually there was a limit on the number of coupons for the site wide ebay sale. 60,000. But I was able to use it very late in the sale so they didn't run out early if at all.

[Raptormesh]

Actually there was a limit on the number of coupons for the site wide ebay sale. 60,000. But I was able to use it very late in the sale so they didn't run out early if at all.

Yup but then one of the Ebay reps announced that its going to be time based after all. Anyway here are the T&Cs for tomorrow:

20% off toys on eBay | 20 July 2014

Terms & conditions

By using or attempting to use the redemption code for this offer, you agree to accept and be bound by these terms and conditions.


This offer commences at 10:01 (AEST) on 20 July 2014 and ends at 23:59 (AEST) on 20 July 2014 (“Offer Period”).
The offer entitles you to a 20% discount off the total purchase price of toys on up to five transactions (including postage) for purchases made on ebay.com.au during the Offer Period (“offer”). Toys means children’s toys, for example items listed in the following categories on eBay.com.au: Toys & Hobbies, Video Games & Consoles, Toys 0-12 months (in Baby), Children’s Books (in Books, Magazines), Toys (in Collectables) and Dolls, Bears.
The total discount amount payable is capped to a maximum discount of $200 per transaction.
The redemption code is valid for up to 5 transactions per person during the Offer Period.
Multiple items may be purchased in one transaction.
The redemption code requires payment with an Australian PayPal account in order to take effect.
To redeem this offer, enter the redemption code into the redemption code box during the checkout process. You must be an eBay.com.au registered member.
Gift cards/certificates/vouchers are excluded from this offer.
Not to be used in conjunction with any other eBay coupon/voucher.
Your eBay.com.au and PayPal accounts must be active at the time of redemption (not suspended nor made inactive by eBay or PayPal) and be registered under the same email address.
In the event you return or seek a refund on any item purchased using this discount, the value of the discount will not be refunded to you.
This offer cannot be withdrawn into your bank account and cannot be transferred.
Sellers are responsible for their own stock and eBay does not guarantee the availability of stock.
To the extent permitted by law, eBay or PayPal will not be responsible for any loss incurred by you in redeeming or attempting to redeem the offer or for any costs, damages, accident, delay, injury, loss, expense, or inconvenience that may arise in connection with the use of the offer.
eBay reserves the right to vary the terms and conditions of the offer at its reasonable discretion by publishing revised terms on ebay.com.au.
The parties submit to the non-exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of the state of New South Wales.

[Zippo]

I am wondering if I can use .. I have an AU eBay account, but not an AU Paypal account since I don't live in Australia.

I have a cart loaded up, I shall see what happens I guess.

[jazzcomp]

Goodluck!

[dirge]

Well so far the code... is published but not working at checking...

[jaydisc]

Same. CTOYTASTIC not working.

[jaydisc]

Where did you see the code published? I saw it here: https://www.ozbargain.com.au/node/153040

[dirge]

Well I'm glad it's not just me.

Someone at eBay's IT centre is probably scrambling to give an answer to all the online chat people right about now...

[dirge]

Okay, it's working now (:

[Sky Shadow]

Got it to work once. Now to see if I can do it four more times!

[dirge]

I'm not that ambitious; just twice for me. Maybe 3 if I can find something I really like (:

[jaydisc]

5 transactions later, all outstanding wanted debts have been settled! :D

[Zippo]

I can enter the code but not complete as my Paypal account is not registered to the correct country.

Oh well

[Gofigure]

Just got an mp grimlock for opening for a grand total of $120 shipped from the US. No hunting around in toys r us for me

[DELTAprime]

I tried ordering a Knights of Uncron set from SDCC and got an error saying it was in the wrong category, had to pay full price.

[Gofigure]

(I'm using this purchase as a panacea for my recent Kronos related pain) :)

[CBratron]

I tried ordering a Knights of Uncron set from SDCC and got an error saying it was in the wrong category, had to pay full price.

Looking at the T&C, Action Figures isn't one of the categories.:(
edit: Nevermind me. I'm being stupid again. Action Figures is a subcategory of Toys & Hobbies.

[Fungal Infection]

I tried ordering a Knights of Uncron set from SDCC and got an error saying it was in the wrong category, had to pay full price.

I'm getting this message as well, anyone know what the go is with this? Items I'm buying are from ebay seller wheekjackslab. I'm buying from the ebay Australia site.

[dirge]

wheekjackslab usually lists under toys; I would expect that it _would_ work. Hopefully it's not the dreaded GSP that's causing the issue (PayPal pays the courier separately from the purchase price when you buy with GSP).

Maybe speak to eBay with live chat?

[Raptormesh]

Share your purchases/haul everybody :)

[Kazza]

Woo, just bought 2014 botcon scorponok for ~$230

[Dinkydarth]

Trying to use the code for hegemon, but does not seem to have a space for it. ? Not working cost it was international eBay site? Anyone?

And where did you get map grimlock for $120 usd posted!?

[Dinkydarth]

Done, added to cart instead of buy it now...

[Kazza]

This might also be a great time to pre-order MP's on ebay instead. MP-22 Ultra Magnus from this guy works out to be exactly $200AUD oppose to robotkingdom being $218USD

http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/TAKARA-TOMY-Transformers-Masterpiece-MP-22-ULTRA-MAGNUS-NEW-MIB-/221435361673?pt=AU_Action_Figures&hash=item338e937989&_uhb=1

[Gofigure]

Trying to use the code for hegemon, but does not seem to have a space for it. ? Not working cost it was international eBay site? Anyone?

And where did you get map grimlock for $120 usd posted!?

Seller is krashkrat. Us seller

[leej84]

I preordered mp wheel jack for 60aud

[Megatran]

I tried ordering a Knights of Uncron set from SDCC and got an error saying it was in the wrong category, had to pay full price.


I'm getting this message as well, anyone know what the go is with this? Items I'm buying are from ebay seller wheekjackslab. I'm buying from the ebay Australia site.

Is there a way to find out if the item is eligible for the Coupon Code prior to committing? (otherwise there are going to be plenty of upset eBay customers).

[leej84]

i bought wheeljack from an international seller and it worked, so unless the item is not listed in Toys, the code will work

[Paulbot]

I can't find any Transformers I want. So I just got a video game instead.

[Kazza]

Oh god this toy sale is draining my wallet, I also just bought a PS4 for 399.20 on Dicksmith ebay store.

[leej84]

Oh god this toy sale is draining my wallet, I also just bought a PS4 for 399.20 on Dicksmith ebay store.

code works on non toys listed items??:eek:

[Raptormesh]

code works on non toys listed items??:eek:

Games and consoles is under the toys category.

[Kazza]

Yeah man, it's definitely a good purchase, just saw that the number of sales in the past hour hit over 70 units sold australia wide.

http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/251564949960?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1439.l2649

[CBratron]

My animated movie shelf just doubled in mass. I bagged me a 25th Anniversary Unicron.:D:D


code works on non toys listed items??:eek:

Go through the Terms and Conditions to avoid expensive disappointment.

[dirge]

Share your purchases/haul everybody :)

MP Lambor & Alert; also a Lego train loco (just for the power functions bits; to move my Horizon Express).

Tempted to buy more Masterpieces but my Tax Refund just won't be that big... :cool:

[Sky Shadow]

Share your purchases/haul everybody :)

He-Man/MOTU Tuskador, Spikor and Staghorn, MOSC.

Transformers Prime Beast Hunters Deluxe Twinstrike MOSC.

Brave Draias, Might Gaine and Might Gunner MISB.

Ever After High Legacy Day Cerise Hood, Ashlyn Ella and Madeline Hatter MISB.

Power Lords Disguysor and Raygoth MOSC.

Godaikin Abega MIB.

[drifand]

He-Man/MOTU Tuskador, Spikor and Staghorn, MOSC.

Transformers Prime Beast Hunters Deluxe Twinstrike MOSC.

Brave Draias, Might Gaine and Might Gunner MISB.

Ever After High Legacy Day Cerise Hood, Ashlyn Ella and Madeline Hatter MISB.

Power Lords Disguysor and Raygoth MOSC.

Godaikin Abega MIB.

Ar Abega, nice one.

Gotten Mp starscream too good to pass up

[Dinkydarth]

Preordered mp wheeljack for just over $60aud.
Does any one know how pre orders work? Is it safe?
Isn't there a time limit to resolve issues or leave feed back?
Would appreciate if anyone who has done this could come in...

[Sky Shadow]

Ar Abega, nice one.

Yeah - I've wanted one since about 1985. I had a Beta already, but I finally have the full set in mint condition.

[Hursticon]

Is there a way to find out if the item is eligible for the Coupon Code prior to committing? (otherwise there are going to be plenty of upset eBay customers).

Would like to know this myself! :o

If one enters the checkout from the cart, is that the same as "committing", or is committing an additional step after entering the checkout?

Basically, I want to know if I can use the code on something BEFORE essentially "Buying It Out Now".

[ChlorHex]

I must be blind... I can't spot the blooming code.
Can some kind soul please PM the code or just reply to this query on the board? :o
Quite a few interesting local buy-it-now deals to grab today :D

[Sky Shadow]

If one enters the checkout from the cart, is that the same as "committing", or is committing an additional step after entering the checkout?

Basically, I want to know if I can use the code on something BEFORE essentially "Buying It Out Now".

Choose 'Add To Cart' rather than 'Buy It Now', then test it out. :)

[jazzcomp]

I must be blind... I can't spot the blooming code.
Can some kind soul please PM the code or just reply to this query on the board? :o
Quite a few interesting local buy-it-now deals to grab today :D
CTOYTASTIC - mentioned in previous posts.

[Hursticon]

Choose 'Add To Cart' rather than 'Buy It Now', then test it out. :)

Yeah, that's what I've done - The item is in the Cart but you can't enter the code until you've entered the checkout.

What I want to know is if I enter the checkout, will I be committed to the purchase? - before even finding out if I can apply the code? :confused:

[millhouse]

Yeah, that's what I've done - The item is in the Cart but you can't enter the code until you've entered the checkout.

What I want to know is if I enter the checkout, will I be committed to the purchase? - before even finding out if I can apply the code? :confused:

Yes. Unfortunately!

[ChlorHex]

CTOYTASTIC - mentioned in previous posts.

Thanks buddy! :)

[millhouse]

Bought MP-10B for AUD $122.39 delivered. Happy with that.

[Kranix]

Preordered mp wheeljack for just over $60aud.
Does any one know how pre orders work? Is it safe?
Isn't there a time limit to resolve issues or leave feed back?
Would appreciate if anyone who has done this could come in...


I am tempted to pre-order MP Wheeljack too but have the same concerns as I have not ordered this way before and had issues buying MPs on ebay.

[Hursticon]

Yes. Unfortunately!


Cheers mate :); bit of a silly set-up huh? :rolleyes:

[leej84]

I am tempted to pre-order MP Wheeljack too but have the same concerns as I have not ordered this way before and had issues buying MPs on ebay.

i was little concerned but release day is pretty close (August - so you should still be covered if something goes wrong - 45 day protection) and it is from a reputable seller so i went for it:o

[Barrel05]

got classic hound for 77

[Raptormesh]

Not toys but finally picked up a 3ds game with the sale. Too much time spent shopping and looking at reviews. Fun!

[Hursticon]

Well, in-light of one not being able to guarantee that International purchases will qualify for the discount, I held off of a Playset and decided to go for a local MOTUC: Slush Head (MIB) for $32.00 - Pretty reasonable I thought. :)

[Raptormesh]

They do - just add item to cart before check out. You will be able to apply the code and see the discounted price before you pay.

[CBratron]

You can click Proceed to Checkout and it won't commit to the purchase. The Continue button on the next screen does.

[ChlorHex]

Just got me some 3P add on bits for Metroplex.
I'm a happy chappy :D

[Kranix]

i was little concerned but release day is pretty close (August - so you should still be covered if something goes wrong - 45 day protection) and it is from a reputable seller so i went for it:o

Thanks leej84, I have been looking at this one:

http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Takara-Tomy-Transformers-Masterpiece-MP-20-Wheeljack-Action-Figure-G1-/201129145175?pt=US_Action_Figures&hash=item2ed43b3357&_uhb=1#shpCntId

No idea if they are a reputable seller though but they have good feedback (which hasn't helped me in the past!).

[leej84]

Thanks leej84, I have been looking at this one:

http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Takara-Tomy-Transformers-Masterpiece-MP-20-Wheeljack-Action-Figure-G1-/201129145175?pt=US_Action_Figures&hash=item2ed43b3357&_uhb=1#shpCntId

No idea if they are a reputable seller though but they have good feedback (which hasn't helped me in the past!).

no worries, and thats the guy i bought it from.

just bought myself mp11 starscream and mp13 soundwave too for a very nice deal :cool:

[Kranix]

no worries, and thats the guy i bought it from.

just bought myself mp11 starscream and mp13 soundwave too for a very nice deal :cool:

Nice one! I have both and they are awesome! I payed a lot for MP11 too but he was worth it.

[drifand]

Remember to enter the voucher code before you process through paypal

[Barrel05]

just got tak sunstorm for 145 box is a little banged up but i'll be opening him any way. I see the Us one as the yellow rainmaker.

[leej84]

Nice one! I have both and they are awesome! I payed a lot for MP11 too but he was worth it.

yea i cant wait to get my hands on them! =]

[Barrel05]

Well, in-light of one not being able to guarantee that International purchases will qualify for the discount, I held off of a Playset and decided to go for a local MOTUC: Slush Head (MIB) for $32.00 - Pretty reasonable I thought. :)
I got Optikk myself. Hey are u a subber cause if not i can hook you up with any early access stuff

[Dinkydarth]

Thanks leej84, I have been looking at this one:

http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Takara-Tomy-Transformers-Masterpiece-MP-20-Wheeljack-Action-Figure-G1-/201129145175?pt=US_Action_Figures&hash=item2ed43b3357&_uhb=1#shpCntId

No idea if they are a reputable seller though but they have good feedback (which hasn't helped me in the past!).

Thats the one I bought... so if something happens/doesn't happen, I'll be discussing with you what we should do!

[Dinkydarth]

I did this twice, and both occasions I was able to see the discounted price before committing.

basically don't commit until you've seen the discounted price!



Yeah, that's what I've done - The item is in the Cart but you can't enter the code until you've entered the checkout.

What I want to know is if I enter the checkout, will I be committed to the purchase? - before even finding out if I can apply the code? :confused:

[CBratron]

Picked up a MP Ratbat and some extra Zombicide characters.

[DELTAprime]

Got a LP Soundwave for $96 shipped. Even tho I'm going completest on Soundwave I wasn't going to pay over $100 for gold yellow plastic Soundwave. Still considering Star Convoy and MP10B.

[millhouse]

Got a LP Soundwave for $96 shipped. Even tho I'm going completest on Soundwave I wasn't going to pay over $100 for gold yellow plastic Soundwave. Still considering Star Convoy and MP10B.

I snagged LP Soundwave for Singapore $100 in January. I wouldn't have paid more but it's an interesting curiosity and I'm glad I got it.

[yoshi594]

anyone get this issue once you get to paypal?

X-STIC: This Redemption Code cannot be used to pay for items in this auction category.

happens everytime when i try to pay for a SDCC S.H.Figuarts Vegeta. the 20% is applied at the ebay checkout but paypal throws a hissy fit.

[millhouse]

anyone get this issue once you get to paypal?

X-STIC: This Redemption Code cannot be used to pay for items in this auction category.

happens everytime when i try to pay for a SDCC S.H.Figuarts Vegeta. the 20% is applied at the ebay checkout but paypal throws a hissy fit.

Is it listed on .com.au? Is it listed in the Toys category?

[yoshi594]

Is it listed on .com.au? Is it listed in the Toys category?

it's listed in the toys category and i bought it through ebay.com.au

http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/291186868171?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1439.l2649

i'm in the live chat with ebay and the guy is completely clueless.

[yoshi594]

lol I really wonder what the guy is smoking.

I see. I cannot see the item anymore because it has already ended and I can't see it in your purchase history as well. So you are not liable for any payment for the item.

I think he's working from home and doing something else at the same time...

[millhouse]

lol I really wonder what the guy is smoking.

I see. I cannot see the item anymore because it has already ended and I can't see it in your purchase history as well. So you are not liable for any payment for the item.

I think he's working from home and doing something else at the same time...

I would say your search on eBay included international listings, as it's based in US dollars. The item may not have been listed by the seller on .com.au

[Sky Shadow]

I think it could be because it's in the sub-category "TV, Movie & Video Games". I tried to buy a He-Man 2-pack from the same category and it didn't let me apply the discount either. :(

[Wheelie]

Just picked up tfc f-15 (not air-raid) for $80 aus from shanghai with the code :)

[yoshi594]

I would say your search on eBay included international listings, as it's based in US dollars. The item may not have been listed by the seller on .com.au

yeah I think so. Kinda weird since I also bought Frieza and a few items from the famous ebay seller lena, although they are Hk and China respectively.

[yoshi594]

I think it could be because it's in the sub-category "TV, Movie & Video Games". I tried to buy a He-Man 2-pack from the same category and it didn't let me apply the discount either. :(

could be.

my frieza was under Toys & Hobbies>Action Figures>Anime & Manga
and that worked, however they are situated in Hong Kong.

I tried buying a SDCC vegeta under the same category as frieza but that didn't work. Maybe it's the item location that's the problem, as all the SDCC vegetas are from the US.

[Spitcurlboy]

bought MP Lambor, Alert, Tigertrack, Prowl, Smokescreen and Streak

Seller has items with KOs listed and ones without, here's hoping its the legit ones

also picked up full 1:1 scale iron man helmet and repulsar glove

[millhouse]

could be.

my frieza was under Toys & Hobbies>Action Figures>Anime & Manga
and that worked, however they are situated in Hong Kong.

I tried buying a SDCC vegeta under the same category as frieza but that didn't work. Maybe it's the item location that's the problem, as all the SDCC vegetas are from the US.

I don't thin it's location, it's what intl site the seller posted to. Most US sellers list on .com

Same reason I didn't buy an SDCC TMNT Raphael today.

[yoshi594]

I don't thin it's location, it's what intl site the seller posted to. Most US sellers list on .com

Same reason I didn't buy an SDCC TMNT Raphael today.

oh ok. dang...guess i'll have to wait for bbts to stock him. I'm not going to pay the current prices these ebay sellers want for SDCC Vegeta.

[ILikeSoundwave]

When and where do I enter the code? Do I enter it before I click 'Commit to buy' because I see nowhere before that where I can enter it?:confused:

[yoshi594]

When and where do I enter the code? Do I enter it before I click 'Commit to buy' because I see nowhere before that where I can enter it?:confused:

you can either add the item to cart and type it in the redemption text box or commit to buy and pay it at checkout in the same text box.

[ILikeSoundwave]

you can either add the item to cart and type it in the redemption text box or commit to buy and pay it at checkout in the same text box.

I don't see any Redemption text box?

[yoshi594]

I don't see any Redemption text box?

you buying on a mobile? on the desktop version, when you proceed to checkout at the very bottom there's a text box with an apply button next to it directly under "Redemption Code".

[ILikeSoundwave]

Entered the code, it reduced the price and accepted the code, and in the end still paid the full amount.:mad::(

[leej84]

Entered the code, it reduced the price and accepted the code, and in the end still paid the full amount.:mad::(

That's weird.... Hmm get on the live chat to eBay

[yoshi594]

Entered the code, it reduced the price and accepted the code, and in the end still paid the full amount.:mad::(

Log into PayPal and check your transactions

[ILikeSoundwave]

Log into PayPal and check your transactions

I have and I've still paid full price.

[yoshi594]

I have and I've still paid full price.

Mmm go into the transaction in question and scroll down to " funding source". If there isn't a anything there that compensates 20% of the purchase, then u'll need to contact PayPal.

[DELTAprime]

I'm sure it's what category they have listed it under thats the problem. When I bought a Knights of Unicron set earlier it was listed under TV's Movies Comics and I didn't get the discount. I still went ahead with it because it was the best price including shipping from a seller with a perfect rating I could find.

[Fungal Infection]

I've found if you're buying from a seller thats part of the Global Shipping Program, then the sale wont apply the discount. I tried to purchase from wheeljackslab who uses the GSP and the discount wouldnt apply but when I bought from sellers from the UK, US and Netherlands who didn't use the GSP, all applied the discount without a hitch.

[yoshi594]

I've found if you're buying from a seller thats part of the Global Shipping Program, then the sale wont apply the discount. I tried to purchase from wheeljackslab who uses the GSP and the discount wouldnt apply but when I bought from sellers from the UK, US and Netherlands who didn't use the GSP, all applied the discount without a hitch.

U hit the nail on its head. I was finally able to purchase a sdcc vegeta that didn't use the global shipping program.

[Tropisetron]

I have and I've still paid full price.

I got stung by paypal for this as well.

Ebay checkout applied the discount and yet paypal took the whole amount omitting the discount (worth $120)

Spent 2 hours speaking to different paypal operators - one refunded me $20 (thinking it was a $20 off deal instead of 20% off). Explained to him that its 20% (?#%^!!) and he assured me that he'll refund 20% in the next 24 hrs. 15 mins later he refunded another $20(!!). Rang paypal again and this time the lady operator told me the discount is not applicable and the $40 refunded is a goodwill gesture (!!!!!). Was boiling at this point so asked to speak to the manager .. Waited another 15 mins .... Manager has no clue about the discount and was reading the terms and conditions while trying to speak to me.

In the end, they decided to refund the amount probably bcoz i was polite on the line despite my boiling blood internally.

Call paypal to try to get the discount applied. Be nice..

[griffin]

Commercials playing on TV throughout the night, for "20% off toy purchases on ebay Australia" suggest that this could be a weekly thing, because of the way it was worded.
I guess we wait and see if true... and then Sundays become one hell of a fun day for us while the promotion lasts.

Considering the amount of money they are likely to have forked out just with this weekend's while it is only new, I don't think they'd be able to do this every week.
And why just toys I wonder.
It's almost like ebay Australia was targeting the Australian toy industry or Retailers for some ulterior motive... as increased online sales and much of it going to foreign sellers, would ultimately hurt those two industries.

[swoop]

If they run it for a month I'll be happy. Yesterday I finished my beast wars collection and if they continue the sale for the next three weeks I'll be able to finish off a couple more series.

[Defcon]

I used the code on a small purchase and it worked great. Couldn't decide on something else, as when I checked out some masterpieces the prices seemed inflated so I just gave up. They are probably doing this promotion to compete with retail toy sales, as well to attract more people to ebay and online purchases. Not only does it attract buyers, it attract sellers to list more. So its really a two way street. I wouldn't say they are losing money as they still collect the final value fees from the sellers when their items sell. They are just not making money, or making as much as usual.

[Megatran]

114 posts in this thread in three days! (including this one :o).
Hope everyone got what they wanted and resolve any issues with the full price debacle for the few who experienced this.

Keep posting your purchased item(s) people. :)

[llamatron]

Cool deal, I was looking at a BIN Japanese G1 Scourge w/box but that got bought before I could nab it. I thought about getting that Justitoys boxset of all 5 WST Dinobots, but then the BIN price went up by ~$25 and I lost interest. Good to hear that people managed to get some nice scores though.

[UltraMarginal]

I've ordered the collector coin for MP Ravage, and a reissue G1 Rodimus prime.
that's about all that floated my boat that worked out cheaper than purchasing elsewhere.

[monk22480]

Purchased MP Sideswipe and Prowl, and also the Decepticon Seekers Aces 3-pack.

Only concern is the MP being KO versions, but they were from reputable sellers stating they were genuine... so fingers crossed

[Raptormesh]

Purchased MP Sideswipe and Prowl, and also the Decepticon Seekers Aces 3-pack.

Only concern is the MP being KO versions, but they were from reputable sellers stating they were genuine... so fingers crossed

Good luck :) I guess it depends on the price. The KO usually go for $30-40. What a fun time shopping and reading reviews. I did not get much but it was indeed entertaining.

[monk22480]

Good luck :) I guess it depends on the price. The KO usually go for $30-40.

Thanks :) Yeh they were priced accordingly as genuine ($80-100) so I'm thinking I should be safe, but you never know on ebay...

[Omega Metro]

Well, I didn't buy anything yesterday. Mainly due to lack of funds atm:D
Most of the stuff I want is not released yet so hope for another similar sale in a few months and I don't actually think it was advertised very well either.

[Deonasis]

I had a half hearted look at 11pm but figured any good bargains on things i am looking for would be bought up by then.

[TAAUBlaster]

Managed to snag a G1 Soundwave with box, and G2 MOSC Vortex during the sale. Got a nice discount on them both too ;)

[dirge]

I wouldn't expect eBay are doing this specifically to compete with retail stores; they're doing different things every Sunday it seems. They may have an eye on what the the retail stores are up to & decide what specials to run each week; of course.

I'd be more inclined to say they're trying to drum up business. Given that eBay is covering the 20% (or whatever the discount is for the given promo) I expect it's more about raising awareness of eBay's brand or bringing eBayers who rarely use the site onto the site & getting them more active.

[Lint]

I wouldn't expect eBay are doing this specifically to compete with retail stores; they're doing different things every Sunday it seems. They may have an eye on what the the retail stores are up to & decide what specials to run each week; of course.

I'd be more inclined to say they're trying to drum up business. Given that eBay is covering the 20% (or whatever the discount is for the given promo) I expect it's more about raising awareness of eBay's brand or bringing eBayers who rarely use the site onto the site & getting them more active.

More to that it encourages sellers to list more items, or perhaps sellers who weren't previously on ebay to sign up. Judging by the quantity of stuff I've observed that was previously 'baywarming' getting moved, I'd say sellers are singing praises for ebay.

[Paulbot]

I think this promotion is in part a way to get people to think of eBay as an online store and place to shop (find items, put in cart, checkout) rather than just bid on things.

[leej84]

Well with all things put in perspective I think it was a win win and win for everyone. Buyer, seller and eBay. So everyone's happy :) hooray

[Megatran]

Apart from Tropisetron, did anyone else get a satisfactory outcome from eBay with regard to paying full price?

[STL]

Got the first of my eBay wins today and pumped at the price I got for them :D

$90AUD for the vintage recolour of Unique Toys Mania King! Woot!

Would love for eBay to do a few more rounds of this a year.

[leej84]

Got the first of my eBay wins today and pumped at the price I got for them :D

$90AUD for the vintage recolour of Unique Toys Mania King! Woot!

Would love for eBay to do a few more rounds of this a year.

wow very nice! i got the original dark purple one for $87 a month ago, absolutely love him!

is yours the light up LED cannon version?

[Hursticon]

1 of mine arrived yesterday, fairly bloody chuffed with him too! :D
(1 tentacle broke, but meh - not to worry ;))

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/BtSfo4sCUAAK28U.jpg:large


I got Optikk myself. Hey are u a subber cause if not i can hook you up with any early access stuff

Oooh! - You lucky bugger, I'm actually after an Optikk too! :D
Thanks for the offer as well man, but I've got a mate who's already looking after me. ;):)

[CBratron]

He arrived yesterday. Do I dare wake the Chaos Bringer and release him from his plastic tomb?:eek:

Yes, I think I will. At least I will remove the risk of leaky battery syndrome.:D

http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e175/cbrate/IMAG0017_zpseb9f7fa3.jpg

[Wheelie]

He arrived yesterday. Do I dare wake the Chaos Bringer and release him from his plastic tomb?:eek:

Yes, I think I will. At least I will remove the risk of leaky battery syndrome.:D

http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e175/cbrate/IMAG0017_zpseb9f7fa3.jpg



Release the beast!



But should he really be a decepticon though?

[DELTAprime]

Much as I'd love to get a G1 Unicron for myself. I kinda want a new Unicron mould instead of just the Armada mould in G1 colours. Maybe he could be the next Titan.

[CBratron]

Much as I'd love to get a G1 Unicron for myself. I kinda want a new Unicron mould instead of just the Armada mould in G1 colours. Maybe he could be the next Titan.

Ideally I would get this but I'm not convinced they'll ever revisit g1 as I remember it. It would be a reboot or reimagining. Until it happens, this'll be the best representation I can find.