eBay Wheelchairs Buy and Sell

By Maurice

Selling your used wheelchair can seem like a daunting task. Where do you find people interested in secondhand wheelchairs who are willing to pay for them? Can you trust the online sites that are available?

eBay is a fantastic website for selling just about anything – from a ghost in a jar to guinea pig battle armor – and selling your used wheelchair will be convenient and fast.

However, like any online site, eBay also has scammers and thieves who will not hesitate to take people’s money and do them in with nasty tricks. That’s why it’s important to know what you’re getting into when you sell on eBay.

This article will show you how to stay safe while using eBay to sell your used wheelchair so you can do so safely and confidently.

We’ll also look at what you need to look for when buying a used wheelchair on eBay so you can safely get the best possible deals!

Can I Buy a Used Wheelchair On eBay?

Yes, it’s absolutely possible to buy a used wheelchair on eBay. In fact, many people exclusively buy their mobility aids like wheelchairs and canes on this site (and sites similar to it).

It may take a while to find the right wheelchair for you, and you may have to contact the sellers for more information, but you’re highly likely to find one that will meet your requirements.

You should keep in mind, though, that you can’t test the wheelchair before buying it, so it’s important to get as much information as possible before spending your money. Make sure it is the right size for you and that you’ll be comfortable using the wheelchair before you start to bid on or buy a wheelchair.

Used Wheelchairs on eBay – Tips for Getting the Best Deal

When selling on eBay, you should keep in mind that the market is probably flooded with used wheelchairs that are still in great condition. You’ll have to make yours stand out, or it will get lost in the noise, and you won’t sell it nearly as quickly as you’d hoped.

Here are some good tips on how to make sure your used wheelchair gets noticed and will sell fast at the price you want:

Have Many Pictures

It’s important that you show your potential buyers as much of the wheelchair as possible. You need to take quality photos from many different angles, from close-up as well as a short distance away.

People need to get a good idea of exactly how your wheelchair looks so they can tell if it’s what they’re looking for or not. Focus on the wheels, especially because this is an important factor for many buyers.

Write a Detailed Description

Buyers will find the information they can’t find in the photos in your product description, so be as detailed as you can. Add any information, big or small, so people know everything they possibly need to before they make a purchase.

Choose a Reasonable Price

Although you may already have a price in mind for your wheelchair, you need to be fair and reasonable. If your wheelchair isn’t available at a good price or if the price doesn’t reflect the condition it’s in, people won’t buy it.

Do research about other used wheelchairs that are for sale; look at their conditions and prices and compare them to yours. Use this information to come up with a price that people will want to pay.

If you’re buying, there are other factors you need to keep in mind:

Look For Clear Photos

Although blurry photos don’t necessarily mean the seller is being dishonest, you should only look at auctions with high-quality photos. That way, you can truly see what the wheelchair looks like.

Research Wheelchair Models

If you like a particular wheelchair, do some research about the model so you can tell if it’s going to be the best one for you.

Bid on Auctions That Are About to End

When you bid on auctions close to their ending time, you won’t likely have to bid against others and pay more than you intended.

Submit a “Best Offer”

This lets you haggle with the seller and you should submit a price that you think is fair. The seller can deny or accept your ‘best offer‘ if they like how much you want to pay or if they feel it’s not good enough.

Look for Auctions That End at Weird Times

Finding auctions that end at strange times can open many doors for you as you’ll be one of a few who are actively bidding. You may have to stay up late for these auctions, though.

How to Avoid Scams On eBay

Now that you know how to buy and sell used wheelchairs on eBay, it’s time to arm yourself with knowledge so you don’t get scammed:

Don’t accept checks as payment
Use eBay’s official channels for payments when buying and selling
Make sure to document everything that happens
Arrange for a tracking number
Don’t fall for suspicious discounts
Look at the feedback page
Read listings carefully
Never rush a purchase

Other Places to Get a Used Wheelchair

Although eBay is an awesome place to find used wheelchairs in good condition, there are other options as well. These options include:

Other online sites like Craigslist
Physical stores like thrift stores
Charities and Goodwill shops
Yard sales
Auction houses
Classified ads in the newspaper
Medical equipment liquidation sales

Conclusion

Now you know how to buy (and sell) used wheelchairs on eBay without falling prey to ugly and deceitful scams. Keep everything you’ve learned here in mind and you’ll find the perfect used wheelchair in no time without worrying if the seller is honest or not.