The Case For.
Whatever you want to buy, whether its large or small, cheap or expensive, everyday or just plain weird, the chances are you can find it on eBay. Its the largest auction site in the world, and when it comes to the variety of whats on sale, size is vital. When was the last time you heard of someone getting a great deal on a weird and wonderful item at uBid or Yahoo Auctions?
People whove got used to eBay dont often stop to think how amazing it is an online marketplace where you can buy things from all over the world, without leaving your home. You can get things that you would never think anyone would bother to sell, and you can get them cheaply. The powerful search engine means that you can find things youll like without even knowing exactly what youre looking for.
Not only that, but you can send money quickly and electronically to almost all of these sellers, without worrying about currency conversion or exchange rates or anything else.
If youre looking for rarities or bargains, eBay is an ideal place to buy.
The Case Against.
However much you might dream of a truly international marketplace, international postage costs...