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**67 cst swb** · 09-27-2007, 09:57 PM

by $5.00..... bummer deal....

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eB...160296013&rd=1

jfalesi · 09-28-2007, 12:17 AM

D'oh.

Classic Bowties · 09-28-2007, 02:39 AM

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Originally Posted by 67 cst swb

by $5.00..... bummer deal....

And even in your home state to boot, that set had your name on them? Should've stepped it up a bit more, you know what they are worth and going for in worst shape, anymore $300. buddy seats are a thing of the past. I think the purchaser is a board member, maybe you will get another shot at them on the parts board. Better luck next time around, Cb

72armyswbtruck · 09-28-2007, 02:44 AM

You almost had me to contend with but I backed off of them.

**67 cst swb** · 09-28-2007, 04:43 AM

I hit my max bid with 1 min 30 sec to go and had it until 7 seconds left. I didn't need them I was just hoping they could be had.
I'm not an EBAY expert, but next time I'll wait until 10 seconds left to place my max bid...
I'm going to be within 15 miles of where they are located this weekend, so it would have been a convenient pick-up for me...
Oh well... I have a factory set in my "next project" already... (see below)

**jerry moss** · 09-28-2007, 10:05 AM

kind of like tow hooks, i used to buy those seats for 75.00 or less-hell, i once traded a bench seat straight across for a set of buddy buckets. my neighbors brother was helping her move in his 67 GMC so i asked if he was interested in trading-i even offered him some cash too, which he refused- and he said he would trade as long as my bench was in better shape than his seat. the last set i bought out of a wrecking yard cost me 75 bucks with good original upholstry.
sorry you missed out on those but keep your eyes open and don't be shy about asking someone if they would sell/trade their seats for a bench+cash. sometimes it works out for you.

jfalesi · 09-28-2007, 01:00 PM

You've been sniped. Waiting until the last second gives the high bidder a false sense of security (unless they're wise to the game) and doesn't give anyone time to incrementally drive up your bid to see where your max is. Gets you in the game, but doesn't artificially drive up the price (much) with proxy bids. Learned this the hard way - been sniped and also had someone drive my bid up to the brink of my max, which was way high (so I wouldn't get sniped). It might be worth emailing the seller to let him know you're still interested in case the buyer renegs. And let him know you'll be in the area.

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Originally Posted by 67 cst swb

I hit my max bid with 1 min 30 sec to go and had it until 7 seconds left. I didn't need them I was just hoping they could be had.
I'm not an EBAY expert, but next time I'll wait until 10 seconds left to place my max bid...
I'm going to be within 15 miles of where they are located this weekend, so it would have been a convenient pick-up for me...
Oh well... I have a factory set in my "next project" already... (see below)

jugernot · 09-28-2007, 02:41 PM

I usually use www.auctionsniper.com for the things I really want. I put in the max bid that I'm willing to spend. you can adjust the time you bid is placed, like 5 seconds before the auction ends. There is a fee, but sometimes it is worth it, so you are not sitting at the computer hitting refresh every 2 seconds.

nplocoman · 09-28-2007, 04:12 PM

I bid as well. But I didn't get far. I just did not need them at this time. As far as bidding goes, just bid what you are willing to pay and don't get caught up in the biding game. If some one wants them bad enough they will pay. Emotion will cost you. They were for sale once they will be again.

09-27-2007, 09:57 PM	#1
67 cst swb Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: Rapid City, SD Posts: 2,281	missed out on buddy buckets... by $5.00..... bummer deal.... http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eB...160296013&rd=1 __________________ My Trucks: 1967 Chevrolet Short Wide Box 327 TH350 9" w/3.90 gears paint will be White - Current Project 1967 Chevrolet Custom LWB 283 TH400 3.73 Posi, no-AC, no-PS, no-PB, bench-seat, small-window - mostly orig driver 1967 Chevrolet CST LWB originally a 327 TH400 3.73 Posi AC PS PB, had Buddy Buckets, Small Window - parts truck 1967 Chevrolet CST LWB, 283 MT 3.73 had Buddy Buckets, Panoramic Window - parts truck 2001 Chevrolet 3500 2WD Crew Cab Dually 8.1L Allison White 2002 Chevrolet 1500HD 4x4 Crew Cab 6.0L 4L80E Red

09-28-2007, 12:17 AM	#2
jfalesi Junior Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Delran, NJ Posts: 458	Re: missed out on buddy buckets... D'oh.

09-28-2007, 02:44 AM	#4
72armyswbtruck Registered User Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Idaho Posts: 4,034	Re: missed out on buddy buckets... You almost had me to contend with but I backed off of them. __________________ "Remember, They can Kill You, but they can't eat You, That's against the law!!!!!!!!!"

09-28-2007, 04:43 AM	#5
67 cst swb Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: Rapid City, SD Posts: 2,281	Re: missed out on buddy buckets... I hit my max bid with 1 min 30 sec to go and had it until 7 seconds left. I didn't need them I was just hoping they could be had. I'm not an EBAY expert, but next time I'll wait until 10 seconds left to place my max bid... I'm going to be within 15 miles of where they are located this weekend, so it would have been a convenient pick-up for me... Oh well... I have a factory set in my "next project" already... (see below) __________________ My Trucks: 1967 Chevrolet Short Wide Box 327 TH350 9" w/3.90 gears paint will be White - Current Project 1967 Chevrolet Custom LWB 283 TH400 3.73 Posi, no-AC, no-PS, no-PB, bench-seat, small-window - mostly orig driver 1967 Chevrolet CST LWB originally a 327 TH400 3.73 Posi AC PS PB, had Buddy Buckets, Small Window - parts truck 1967 Chevrolet CST LWB, 283 MT 3.73 had Buddy Buckets, Panoramic Window - parts truck 2001 Chevrolet 3500 2WD Crew Cab Dually 8.1L Allison White 2002 Chevrolet 1500HD 4x4 Crew Cab 6.0L 4L80E Red Last edited by 67 cst swb; 09-28-2007 at 04:47 AM.

09-28-2007, 10:05 AM	#6
jerry moss Born Psycho Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: brentwood,cal,usa Posts: 4,786	Re: missed out on buddy buckets... kind of like tow hooks, i used to buy those seats for 75.00 or less-hell, i once traded a bench seat straight across for a set of buddy buckets. my neighbors brother was helping her move in his 67 GMC so i asked if he was interested in trading-i even offered him some cash too, which he refused- and he said he would trade as long as my bench was in better shape than his seat. the last set i bought out of a wrecking yard cost me 75 bucks with good original upholstry. sorry you missed out on those but keep your eyes open and don't be shy about asking someone if they would sell/trade their seats for a bench+cash. sometimes it works out for you. __________________ jerry moss 72 cheyenne super K20- tilt,tach,vacuum,speedwarning,buckets,shoulder belts,am/fm,tow hooks,bumper guards,toolbox,aux. fuel tank,posi front and rear,plus other goodies!!! SOLD 69 suburban K20-tilt,tach,vacuum,speedwarning,buckets,shoulder belts,am/fm,4 inch all spring lift,4 speed, 14 bolt full floater, dana 44 HD,warn winch,posi front and rear,tow hooks,plus other goodies. 73/80 chevy/gmc K20 SB400,turbo 400,205,tilt,a-c,gas hog. 77 K/5 cheyenne blazer-daily driver/beater. SON HAS IT NOW BRENTWOOD,CALIFORNIA

09-28-2007, 02:41 PM	#8
jugernot Life, Be In It..... Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Novato, California Posts: 1,498	Re: missed out on buddy buckets... I usually use www.auctionsniper.com for the things I really want. I put in the max bid that I'm willing to spend. you can adjust the time you bid is placed, like 5 seconds before the auction ends. There is a fee, but sometimes it is worth it, so you are not sitting at the computer hitting refresh every 2 seconds. __________________ Project Name: LEMON DROP. Reconstruction started "December 2000". Projected completion date "Who knows" http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=200082 Last edited by jugernot; 09-28-2007 at 02:42 PM.

09-28-2007, 04:12 PM	#9
nplocoman never finish start another Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: North Platte Nebraska Posts: 432	Re: missed out on buddy buckets... I bid as well. But I didn't get far. I just did not need them at this time. As far as bidding goes, just bid what you are willing to pay and don't get caught up in the biding game. If some one wants them bad enough they will pay. Emotion will cost you. They were for sale once they will be again.



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