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Has anyone ever used this online auction site?

Hi all,

I am talking about madbid.com

I've come across it a couple of times and recently saw it advertised on the TV.
Does anyone have any thoughts about madbid.com please?

Thanks for any replies:):beer:
:smileyheaMagenta

Comments

  • StaffsSW
    StaffsSW Posts: 5,788 Forumite
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    It's not an "online auction site", it's a gambling site.
    You spend money but there is no guarantee that you will end up with a product.

    "Fools and their money..."
    <--- Nothing to see here - move along --->
  • Magenta
    Magenta Posts: 2,135 Forumite
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    Thanks Steve, I didn't realise that!

    One to avoid then :eek::beer:
    :smileyheaMagenta
  • yes, really just a bunch of con men, you have to pay to bid!!!
  • RFW
    RFW Posts: 10,447 Forumite
    Part of the Furniture 10,000 Posts Photogenic Name Dropper
    yes, really just a bunch of con men, you have to pay to bid!!!
    I think 'con men' is a bit harsh, I don't/haven't/wouldn't use it but they do do what they say. Some people can come off well, obviously most don't, but probably has better odds than the lottery or scratchcards. I think someone has termed it a "tax on the stupid".
    .
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