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Tips for Great Deals When Purchasing a Saltwater Aquarium on E-bay
With the world quickly entering the age of the virtual consumer it seems as though everyone is looking to the internet to purchase and sell their goods. The savvy consumer can find everything from fungus to jewelry throughout the mysterious twists and turns of the world’s largest shopping mall. Is it any wonder, then, that e-Bay, the all in one auction site where buyers can literally buy almost anything, is becoming one of the largest “retailers” in the world?
Of course, just because they are beginning to exert a dominance over the international market is no reason for consumers not to take advantage of the deals that can be had by shopping on e-Bay. e-Bay is an auction site, not a retailer. Many of the sellers who are listing their wares on e-Bay have a greater interest in finding a good home for them than in making a good profit-and the added bonus of no longer tripping over them when they walk through their house doesn’t hurt either. Due to the fact that most of these sellers are interested in moving their products as quickly as possible the opening bids are generally well below market value.
Bear in mind, of course, that competition is going to inevitably drive the bidding up. Unless your mind is completely made up on the precise type of aquarium you want it may be best to go for one of the less popular models in an attempt to get the best deal. There will probably not be a great number of bidders competing over these products and the bids will probably not go a great deal higher than the minimum bid (we say probably because the only absolutes in life are death and taxes, and in the auction world the unexpected often happens). These less popular models are every bit as functional and beautiful as the more popular models, they just lack the newfangled gadgets which accompany every new and improved product that hits the market. (If you truly have your heart set on these gadgets, bear in mind that many can be added separately a little farther down the road for a great deal less expense).
Be careful not to find yourself starting a bidding war. Do not throw your hat in the ring too early. Bear in mind that it is competition that drives the price of a product up. If you are too excited to purchase a product you will probably play your hand too soon and start a bidding war. The only thing that is going to mean is more money out of your pocket if you win. It is best to find an aquarium that suits your needs, then take note of the current bid and the day that the bidding is ending. On the last bidding day, as close to the closing time as possible without being over, visit the site and see what the current bid is. If it is still within your budget this is the time to make your bid.
Of course, if you find the aquarium that is absolutely perfect for your needs and you do not wish to wait another minute to add it to your home many items on e-Bay come with a “Buy It Now” option. This is generally a minimum amount which the owner has agreed to accept to stop the bidding process and make a sale. Beware! This price may be higher than the bidding would go, so do not jump the gun too early unless you feel you have truly found your heart’s desire.
With a bit of organization and savvy planning e-Bay can yield tremendous deals on aquariums and their accompanying equipment. Happy Hunting!
About the Author
A Beginner’s Guide To Saltwater Reef Aquariums at Saltwater Reef Aquariums
Aquarium – Auckland – New Zeland – 20th March 2008
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62 Brighton Childrens Pool Water Gardens Pavilion Aquarium & Madeira Drive RP $2.37 |
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RIO Plus 1100 Magnetic Drive Aquarium Pump/Powerhead 382 GPH $28.39 |
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Trubeca Aquarium Otter USB Flash Drive 4GB $8.99 |
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WATER PUMP 1476 GPH SUBMERSIBLE FOUNTAIN MAG AQUARIUM WATERFALL SUMP KOI DRIVE $69.99 |
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820 GPH Magnetic Drive Aquarium Pump – Rio Seio 820 $49.99 |
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Tribeca Aquarium USB Drive-FV01108 $43.39 |
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Aquarium Air Pump Drive Biochemical Bio Sponge Filter XY 2836 $1.56 |
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ProPump 500 GPH – magentic drive aquarium gardening $80.00 |
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ProPump 275 GPH – magentic drive aquarium gardening $57.00 |
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Supreme Danner Mag-drive 9.5 Pump Aquarium 950 gph PONDMASTER $74.99 |
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Mag Drive 24 Aquarium/Pond Pump from Danner, 2400GPH $208.95 |
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Mag Drive 2 Aquarium/Pond Pump from Danner, 250GPH $62.95 |
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Mag Drive 7 Aquarium/Pond Pump from Danner, 650GPH $93.95 |
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Mag Drive 3 Aquarium/Pond Pump from Danner, 350GPH $71.95 |
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Mag Drive 5 Aquarium/Pond Pump from Danner 500GPH $82.95 |
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Mag Drive 9.5 Aquarium /Pond Pump from Danner, 950GPH $112.95 |
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Mag Drive 18 Aquarium/Pond Pump from Danner, 1800GPH $173.95 |
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Tribeca Aquarium USB Drive-FV01109 $36.10 |
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Aquarium Air Pump Drive Biochemical Bio Sponge Filter XY 2835 $1.56 |
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250 GPH Aquarium Statuary & Fountain Pump Mag Drive $26.99 |
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223 GPH Magnetic Drive Fountain and Aquarium Pump – VA-610 $19.99 |
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EMTEC 4GB Flash Drive USB 2.0 M317 Aquarium Clownfish $19.99 |
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Mag Drive #9.5 – 950 GPH Submersible Water Pump Hydroponics / Aquariums $109.95 |
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New PONDMASTER 02522 PM-2 Supreme Mag Drive Aquarium/Pond Pump 250 GPH Waterfall $52.39 |
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PONDMASTER MAG DRIVE 190 GPH PUMP FOR HYDRO & AQUARIUM $49.95 |
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PONDMASTER MAG DRIVE 250 GPH PUMP FOR HYDRO & AQUARIUM $74.95 |
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PONDMASTER MAG DRIVE 350 GPH PUMP FOR HYDRO & AQUARIUM $86.95 |
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PONDMASTER MAG DRIVE 500 GPH PUMP FOR HYDRO & AQUARIUM $102.95 |
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PONDMASTER MAG DRIVE 700 GPH PUMP FOR HYDRO & AQUARIUM $109.95 |
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PONDMASTER MAG DRIVE 950 GPH PUMP FOR HYDRO & AQUARIUM $125.95 |
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RIO Plus 1400 Mag Drive Aquarium Pump/Powerhead 420 GPH $29.95 |
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RIO Plus 2500 Mag Drive Aquarium Pump/Powerhead 782 GPH $58.59 |
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RIO Plus 200 Mag Drive Aquarium Pump/Powerhead 138 GPH $16.49 |
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RIO Plus 800 Mag Drive Aquarium Pump/Powerhead 211 GPH $23.79 |
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RIO Plus 1000 Magnetic Drive Aquarium Pump/Powerhead 211 GPH $23.65 |
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RIO Plus 1700 Mag Drive Aquarium Pump/Powerhead 642 GPH $44.39 |
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Mag Drive Utility Pump 350 GPH aquarium pond submersible water hydroponics $69.95 |
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Mag Drive Utility Pump 250 GPH aquarium pond submersible water hydroponics $69.95 |
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Eugene Pond P Hy-drive Aquarium Pump-02581 $276.70 |
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90 GPH Aquarium Statuary & Fountain Pump Mag drive $16.99 |
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170 GPH Aquarium Statuary & Fountain Pump Mag Drive $19.99 |
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NEW PONDMASTER Pro 02575 WFP4000 Supreme HY-Drive Pond Pump 4000 GPH Aquarium $189.95 |
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Tribeca 85114 Tribeca Aquarium USB Flash Drive 4GB BP Shark FV01109 $33.99 |
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Tribeca 85113 Tribeca Aquarium USB Flash Drive 4GB BP Sea FV01108 $33.99 |
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PONDMASTER Supreme Mag Drive PM-5 Aquarium Pump 500 GPH $84.41 |
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Hy-Drive Aquarium Pump $249.85 |
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Motor Drive Brighton Showing Aquarium & Both Piers 1920 $4.74 |
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WATER PUMP 1476 GPH SUBMERSIBLE FOUNTAIN MAG AQUARIUM WATERFALL SUMP AQUA DRIVE $72.99 |
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New PONDMASTER 02515 PM-5 Supreme Magnetic Drive Aquarium Pond Pump 500 GPH $60.95 |
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Emtec 4GB USB 2.0 Flash Drive M316 Animal Series Aquarium Sea Turtle New W/Tags $11.99 |
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Supreme Danner Mag-drive 9.5 Pump Aquarium 950 gph Aquarium $74.99 |
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