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Is (ebay dealer) "The Favorite Spot" a Reliable Dealer?

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Posted by H0ghead62 on Thursday, May 6, 2010 2:44 PM

This Canadian has dealt with them and no problems whatsoever, even shipping time was very reasonable

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Posted by rrebell on Thursday, May 6, 2010 12:18 PM

One of the best, I always only read the negatives on a dealer, a lot of times you can tell they are from unreasonable people.  I have even bought a case lot of a Spectrum steam engine from them, no problems, not even tardy in shipping!

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Posted by jwhitten on Thursday, May 6, 2010 9:18 AM

Capt. Grimek
Thank you guys for all of your responses. Puts my mind at ease. I usually trust the ebay rating numbers but the no returns "clause" on their ebay postings made me wonder. John, what's the owner's name? I may give him a call tomorrow. Thanks again.

 

 

I sent you a pm.

 

John

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Posted by hogwire on Thursday, May 6, 2010 5:30 AM

 Hello,

I purchased a Bachman 44 toner with dcc that I really had to have from them for a great price of $55.00.

It was shipped fast(Texas to Maine 5 days) and their communication was very good.

I have 500 plus ebay transactions and they were good.

Good Luck!

Hogwire

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Posted by dgwinup on Thursday, May 6, 2010 1:55 AM

I have dealt with The Favorite Spot several times over the years and I have been thoroughly pleased each and every time.

One purchase arrived with some damage.  A quick e-mail got a fast response with a replacement part, no charge.  Ray was the man I dealt with and he was eager to make sure I was satisfied.  Sure makes for nice transactions when somebody treats you that well.

I would buy from them anytime without reservation.

Darrell, quiet...for now
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Posted by Capt. Grimek on Thursday, May 6, 2010 1:29 AM
Thank you guys for all of your responses. Puts my mind at ease. I usually trust the ebay rating numbers but the no returns "clause" on their ebay postings made me wonder. John, what's the owner's name? I may give him a call tomorrow. Thanks again.

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Posted by ShawneeHawk on Wednesday, May 5, 2010 8:57 PM

 I've had only one transaction with them, but it was a really good price for a new in the box steamer, and the shipping was quick and reasonable.  I would certainly buy from them again.

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Posted by UncBob on Wednesday, May 5, 2010 8:37 PM
All my transactions were favorable

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Posted by barrok on Wednesday, May 5, 2010 8:19 PM

 I have purchased a few things from them as well. No hidden fees, shipping was reasonable, and great prices!  I recommend them.

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Posted by jwhitten on Wednesday, May 5, 2010 7:44 PM

Capt. Grimek
They get a good ebay rating so I presume they're fine, but has anyone ordered from them? They're located in Denton, TX. Thanks.

 

 

I have bought a ton of stuff from him-- nearly everything I have that's Bachmann Spectrum I've bought from him. So that's probably 20-25 locos or so, plus other stuff along the way, over the last several years. Never had a problem with him. I've even talked to him after a sale to ask him if he could switch roadnames and simple stuff like that, and he's always been very accomodating. So I recommend him highly.

 

John

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Posted by Jacktal on Wednesday, May 5, 2010 7:18 PM

My only experience with them has been flawless.Quick shipping,no exagerated fees,etc.

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Posted by Flynn on Wednesday, May 5, 2010 6:55 PM

I've dealt with them once.  It was not a bad transaction.  I knew when my item shipped, shipping was fast, packing wasn't bad.  My locomotive did arrive with some minor damage (a loosely attached part had fallen off in transit) but that was due to the original manufacturer's packaging.  I didn't even bother mentioning it to the seller since it was absolutely not their fault but the typical Bachmann packaging.  Plus it was a K-4 I intend to tear apart and parts out anyway so no big deal.

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Posted by Geared Steam on Wednesday, May 5, 2010 6:26 PM

 I've bought 5 locos from them, matter of fact one just arrived today. Great seller, quick shipment good people. My local LHS wants $400.00 for the loco I just got from the Favorite Spot for $177.00.He has 90421 transactions with a 99.9% favorable rating. I dare say the number speaks for itself.

 

 

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Posted by Margaritaman on Wednesday, May 5, 2010 5:59 PM

My one experience with them was my first and last.  I realize you can't please all of the people all of the time, but 27 negatives and 30 neutrals is a but much for me.  There has been threads posted before on them and opinions vary from one end of the spectrum to the other.  Caveat emptor.  I'll stick with my LHS and MB Klein.

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Posted by don7 on Wednesday, May 5, 2010 5:53 PM

I have had a number of dealings with them over the last few years and I would recommend them highly.

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Posted by bscroggi on Wednesday, May 5, 2010 5:36 PM

I've dealt with them before. They are on my favorite sellers list. No problems thus far.

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Posted by richg1998 on Wednesday, May 5, 2010 5:13 PM

 Yes, they are a good dealer. i have bought from them.

Rich

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Is (ebay dealer) "The Favorite Spot" a Reliable Dealer?
Posted by Capt. Grimek on Wednesday, May 5, 2010 4:49 PM
They get a good ebay rating so I presume they're fine, but has anyone ordered from them? They're located in Denton, TX. Thanks.

Raised on the Erie Lackawanna Mainline- Supt. of the Black River Transfer & Terminal R.R.

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