Vadim's Ferrari 250 GT Sells for $5.8 Million in Paris Auction – BusinessWeek

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Unrestored Works 1953 Austin-Healey ’100′ Special Test Car Sells For World Record £843,000 At Bonhams

Last Updated on Thursday, 1 December 2011 11:05 Written by External Post Thursday, 1 December 2011 11:05

An unrestored works racing team 1953 Austin-Healey ’100′ Special Test Car, which was campaigned in period by racing drivers Lance Macklin, Gordon Wilkins and Marcel Becquart, sold for a world record £843,000 today (1 December) at Bonhams’ December Sale. The car, which was offered in ‘barn find’ condition for the first time in 42 years, was bought by a private buyer within the room at Mercedes-Benz World, Weybridge, Surrey.

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EBay Newbies Things To Learn …Fast Part One

Last Updated on Wednesday, 23 November 2011 05:16 Written by a2e Wednesday, 23 November 2011 05:14

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Skinner Breaks Record for Sale of Folk Art Portrait; American Antiques Auction Nets $2.9M

Last Updated on Thursday, 10 November 2011 09:55 Written by External Post Thursday, 10 November 2011 09:55

Skinner, Inc. today announced the results of its American Furniture and Decorative Arts auction, which was held in Boston on November 5th. The highly successful sale brought $2.9 million including buyer’s premium, nearly one million dollars more than the pre-auction estimate high, and saw a record established for an American folk art portrait.
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Buyers protest over the cost of eBay returns

Last Updated on Monday, 24 May 2010 04:00 Written by a2e Monday, 24 May 2010 04:00

EBay users are demanding that the online auction site reviews the protection it offers to buyers because many are being left out of pocket when making returns.

If buyers receive an item bought through eBay that is not as described on the website, or is faulty, they can ask the seller to resolve the situation.

If the seller refuses to do so, the buyer can claim a refund via the eBay buyer protection scheme, but the company requires the purchaser to pay the cost of returning the item and this is not refunded.

Although buyers can pursue sellers for the costs under the Sale of Goods Act, it often means resorting to the small claims court.

Stephen McGlade, a solicitor with consumer lobby group Which?, says eBay should look at its buyer protection policy because it unfairly favours sellers and is not in the spirit of the law.

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Original Comic Art Purchases Backed by Sketch Maven Buyer Protection Program

Last Updated on Friday, 19 February 2010 08:35 Written by a2e Friday, 19 February 2010 08:35

Santa Clara, CA – February 19, 2010 – Sketch Maven, the World’s Greatest Original Comic Art Marketplace, gives customers one more reason to shop online for original comic art with its new Buyer Protection Program. The program provides customers with peace of mind when purchasing original comic artwork online by providing buyers with a full refund of the purchase price and all shipping fees if the original comic art received is not as originally described by the seller.

“We understand some buyers may be hesitant to purchase original comic art online,” adds Mike Todasco, founder of Sketch Maven. “That’s why we’re offering one of the best online buyer protection programs available. Our buyer-friendly program gives our customers the extra assurance of knowing they’ll be taken care of if the original comic art they purchased does not arrive or does not match the seller’s description.“

To provide original comic art collectors with a hassle-free buying experience, Sketch Maven invites buyers to contact them if the original comic art purchased is not received within 14 days of ordering or if the original comic artwork is different than what was described by the seller. Unlike other marketplaces, Sketch Maven will work on the behalf of the buyer to resolve the issue with the seller. If an acceptable solution is not reached, Sketch Maven will fully refund the purchase price and all shipping costs incurred by the buyer.

The Sketch Maven Buyer Protection Program covers every buyer free of charge for any purchases made through their online original comic art marketplace.

About Sketch Maven, Inc.

Sketch Maven, Inc. is the premier online marketplace for original comic artwork and sketches. Created by collectors for collectors, Sketch Maven, Inc. is the easiest place to buy and sell original comic art. The Sketch Maven team is committed to expanding the hobby beyond the current core market to a broader audience. To find out the latest news about Sketch Maven, follow them on Facebook, Twitter and Sketch Maven.com.