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Why do people pay more for something on e-bay than what it would cost to just go to the store and buy it?

Seriously, I see people paying way more for stuff than what Wal-Mart or Best Buy charges for the same item. Why is this? I find it hard to believe that people are so dumb that they want to waste money in this manner.

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  • 1 decade ago

    Not all Walmart's have the same items, and not everyone is near a Best Buy or similar store. Some people don't have vehicles so they need to have things delivered. Some people just don't do the research they should before buying.

  • Anonymous
    1 decade ago

    What is it that you are talking about? if it is an iPhone 3G those go for $500+ because they have no contract with AT&T

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