"So when you screw me over, eBay helps me out and I don't have to drive to your house and beat you with a shovel"
LMAO
And not to mention that offering people outside deals THRU eBay (ceti said he was contacted through eBay's email system) is a violation of the terms of service agreement. It has been since about 2000 or 2001. That's a great way to get your user id frozen or taken away.
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From ebay's trust & safety department:
"Any systems or techniques to avoid or circumvent eBay fees are considered fee circumvention. Fee Circumvention is not allowed on eBay."
"Listings that circumvent (avoid) fees can create a poor buying experience and an un-level playing field by putting sellers who pay all their eBay fees at a disadvantage. This makes it harder for all members to sell items. Furthermore, these listings undermine trust in the eBay Marketplace."
"Violations of this policy can result in a range of actions, including:
# Listing cancellation
# Forfeit of eBay fees on cancelled listings
# Limits on account privileges
# Loss of PowerSeller status
# Account suspension"
I sincerely hope he's reading this. You have enough to have him removed already; pristine feedback or not.