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Problems with a purchase from Thursday, 06 August 2026
Summary: jigeiko took part in an online auction, made the payment before the official closing, but found out that the seller is no longer registered on the platform. They’re asking for advice on how to handle this situation, which they suspect may be a scam, hoping to find a solution.
Good morning,
I took part in an auction and, when it was closed, I had some doubts because its closing was scheduled for 10:00 on Thursday 06 August, while an email - Thu 6 Aug at 04:00", informed me, with 6 (six) hours' notice, that I had won the item. At 09:45 on Thursday 06 August, despite my doubts, I paid the amount of 254,00 £ GBP, via PayPal.
Today, Saturday 08 August, I checked whether the item I bought (and coming from Belgium) had been shipped to me and/or whether the seller had sent me any message.
To my surprise and concern, I found that the seller is no longer a registered user, so I am unable to ask him directly for an explanation.
Now I ask those who read me for help, so they can advise me on the best way to try to resolve the scam I fell for.
Thank you to everyone who took the time to read me and who will kindly send me suggestions.
jigeiko
sika700
MentoreAug 8, 2026 at 9:09 PMGood evening,
already the fact that the listing was in £ BGP coming from Belgium should have made you pay attention...
If you can no longer even find your purchase in your account, contact support, or after the presumed delivery date has passed, you can open a report:
Get help for an item that didn't arrive | eBay
Kind regards.