I want to bid on this but the seller says 'Pick up only'

[leftyguitars]

How many times have you seen something that you really want on Ebay only to see that it is at the other end of the country and says 'Pick up only'?

Or maybe the seller has zero feedback and you're not sure if all is well.

How about if you post here to see if anybody is close to the seller and could help with the transaction?

Maybe check it out for you before you bid, pick it up if you win and possibly ship it or hold it until you sort out a courier?

We have a great network of members throughout the UK, let's see if we can put it to mutual benefit.

[godber]

That's a great idea Peter - could you buy em for me as well?

[doctorwho]

This has worked successfully here in the US, so I hope that it will in the UK.

[kiramdear]

Occasionally I hear of a trans-atlantic pickup-only deal that works out thanks to members on both sides, one coming for holiday or such.

Contact me if you like something in the SF Bay Area; I'll help if possible.

[collin]

Great idea Peter!

That's exactly one of the biggest benefits of having a worldwide community here.

I might be in need of such help sometime soon, anybody live in West Midlands (Walsall)?

Cheers,
-Collin

[feedback]

I'm E-Mid...about 50 miles away,if nobody else is closer. Phil.

[fireglo67]

I'm in the North East of England.

I'm happy to oblige if anyone needs any help in this area, though it's probably unlikely as Mr Levett sniffs out and buys up all the bargains before most of us get out of bed in the morning!

[Rickygirl]

I might be able to help out on this too. I am in mid Bucks area.

I think it is a great idea.

[jon]

I'd be willing to help for any London or surrounding collections. If not time critical, I could probably do anything south of Worcester if I can combine it with my work...