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Alright, I am in need of a new radiator for my car. I found one I was willing to buy and through emails the seller and I came to an agreement on price. I asked it be sent COD. I even offered to pay for the minor fee involved. He refused, but without reason. Am I missing something here? It is the safest way to ensure everyone gets what they want. I get the radiator and in return he gets a guaranteed check. Basically we both are guaranteeing we don't get ripped off. What's the deal here? Why won't some people do COD, unless ofcourse they are planning on ripping you off?

Thomas

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The problem is if someone orders the part and feels it takes to long to get there, changes their mind or finds one for less while it is on its way they refuse the shipment and then you are out the shipping charges only to get your part back.

Good Luck,
Thomas R. ***
House of Camaro
www.houseofcamaro.com

Willie

iTrader: (1)

Whenever I buy parts from someone I don't know, then there's only one way. Let's say for example we agree to a price of $200 including shipping. I ask the seller to ship COD. He says, "No." His fear is that he has to front the shipping cost and if the package is refused, he's out that $$$. (I know, this has happened to me.)

Here's the solution. I offer to send via certified check or money order approximately $20 and offer to pay for the COD fee. Instruct the to make the COD amount for:

$200 - 20 + (COD fee)

This way, the seller does not risk any $$$. The buyer's risk is only $20. It is as close to being a guarantee for both parties. This method has worked very well for me. If the seller still will not ship COD (with absolutely no risk on his end), he usually has something to hide and should not be trusted. Move on.

Rex Orr

That sounds fair and safe for everyone. Seems you can never be too careful in stuff like this Rex