Ebays motive to keep bidders unanimous is to prevent scammers from
contacting losing bidders after an auction closes to offer them a second
chance to buy the piece. They claim that the winning bidder renigged on the
deal and now its yours to buy. Usually higher dollars amounts.
I can remember a
Hi Graham
Jeez, that IS odd!
You are right - I think it is best to see all bidders - other bidders can
spot a trend in shill bidding as well as the other benefits you mentioned.
I really wonder what their motive is here... most auctions are open...
Dave
IMCA #0092
Sec.BIMS
www.bimsociety.org
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