Recently, I made a deal for a bicycle wheelset with a member on Dossa.
I was the seller.
After confirming payment and sending the item, I received contact from them.
They asked if the tire type of the wheelset was tubular.
I confirmed that it was, and they said they didn't know because it wasn't stated in the sales listing.
At their request, we had a phone call to explain the situation.
I apologized for not realizing the omission in the sales listing. They said they were unaware of the tubular tires and were unsure whether they should resell them or use them as is since they bought them secondhand.
I explained that the tires were almost new, and inflation was the same, so they could use them as is, or resell them since I had listed them at a low price.
They seemed to understand and we ended the call.
The price I sold it for was actually similar to the used prices of other wheelsets from the same brand and generation.
Later that evening, they contacted me again.
They said they spoke with a friend who owns a bike shop, and because tubular tires are expensive, they wanted to cancel the purchase.
I refused as it was an unreasonable request. I told them I would look into whether it was appropriate for me to do so and get back to them.
Having had multiple secondhand trading experiences, both legally and generally, I knew this wasn't right. I summarized the situation and sent it to them.
[The difference in tire bead types is not a functional defect or damage, therefore, a refund due to simple change of mind is difficult] was the content.
However, their response was unreasonable.
Even though they had seemed to understand my explanation during our previous call and we thought it was settled, even after I provided legal grounds, they said there were parts they didn't like and called it "clear fraud".
You might think, 'Isn't that a bit much?', but considering the process leading up to the transaction, I believe my position is justified.
1. First, the buyer requested a negotiation.
I accepted and ultimately sold the wheelset for over 30,000 won less than the listed price.
For reference, the transaction amount was in the early 600,000 won range.
2. Afterwards, the buyer asked for detailed shots of the wheelset, and I sent them photos.
The buyer mistook the reflection of the decal for a scratch mark and asked me to take additional photos with the lights off on my veranda, which I did and sent.
3. Next, the buyer requested the purchase history of the wheels.
I found and sent a Naver capture.
4. While confirming payment and discussing shipping methods, they wanted shop delivery. I took a bus for 40 minutes to a shop within their preferred range and sent the package.
What's even funnier is that before finalizing the deal, the buyer even marked my listing as "(Reserved)" twice while requesting photos from me.
I listed the wheelset at a significantly low price, and I only received about five inquiries in the day after posting.
After marking it as reserved, there were no further contacts.
I was going to just write off the small loss and move on, but now I regret not saying anything.
They then posted on a cafe forum omitting all context and making it seem like they were intentionally scammed, seeking sympathy.
Personally, they resorted to personal attacks, saying things like "just take the money and live well".
While I admit my omission of some specifications was my mistake,
I discounted the price as requested,
Shipped it when asked,
Provided photos, receipts, etc. for confirmation,
And even sent it to a shop location out of goodwill to expedite delivery.
I never expected this kind of reaction.
