I have some parts to sell. I was thinking of listing on e-bay but have never attempted before. I was checking out how other people list their parts and need advice on the proper way to do it. So far this is what I have found to be the proper way.
All NOS part are very rare and need to be priced in a manner that only the very rich or very stupid can afford.
All used parts need to be rusty and crudded up see above for price guide line.
Shipping anywhere is twice the price of the part.
List the part heading under oldsmobile, rat rod, chevy, ford, VW cause all parts "may fit" any brand.
I need to list the part at least 75 times so it fill all the pages on the screen
List all parts as NOS even if they are not.
My 1977 parts will fit any year car 1906 to present. I have even considered listing parts as fitting future generations cause I know they will fit.
If someone asks condition everything is perfect, like new from the factory
If someone does buy the part wait a least 2-3 weeks before shipping or replying to emails.

So do I have it about right? Did I miss something? Iam really looking forward to my new e-bay listing because I know how inexpensive it is to list and I am going to get rich selling all the junk....... I mean quality NOS parts

Mike

 

Lol

 

Make sure to use the keywords 'Dusenberg' 'Tucker' 'Packard' and 'Small block Chevy' to get the most exposure

 

Also for best results emphasize how rare your parts are even though they are still being produced new.
Parts in original boxes are worth 2 times the part value. Even though you will throw the box away when you install the part.
Any part that was used on a super rare muscle car is worth 5 times its value even if it is a part that was common to every other car made by that manufacturer
High performance in the description ups the value 2x even if it is a 2 barrel carburetor.
Broken and worn parts are worth whatever the buyer is stupid enough to pay.
Describe parts with correct words like patina, character, slightly worn or faded instead of incorrect terminology like rusty, dented, pitted,and so forth. Using the correct terminology helps up the value of the part.

 

Great tips!

I have some used head gaskets from the 350 Olds. I assume I can sell them as COPO camaro SBC rare factory parts, right? They are "formerly NOS" parts.

 

Slightly used oil pick up tube with free oil wind age tray might need slight adjustment before install !
Buyer please verify that this part will work for your application before bidding !
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Is this what you mean ?

 

Some of the parts for sale here are ridiculously priced. Especially NOS and the ones that are used parts that cost $10 below brand new price on Summit. I'll just buy a brand new one thanks. You know: Paid $240 on summit I only want $230 only used for last 3 years.

 

Yep, slightly used is a great description here! Rod could be described as original Olds equipment with moderate wear.