Yep, it happens a lot. About 1 out of 8 "wanted" requests I respond to ever even respond back. But that may have had something to do with when the site made the BIG change. Of the ones who do respond back, it goes to about 1 out of 3 on an actual transaction. That works out to about a 9% success rate on parts I had that were listed as wanting.
I think a lot of guys are just curious - or putting out feelers - or using a reverse approach to find out what a part they already have is worth. Makes me think the "wanted" ads should be required to list more specific criteria. Such as how far away is acceptable, their price willing to pay range, and whether or not they need it pretty soon or just browsing.
I have stuff at several places in different locations and it's rarely convenient to check on a part and/or dig it out of storage. It gets involved usually. Must be my compassion for the cars that tempts me to do this. I realize most are looking for the guy who just wants it out of his way - like they "want" to help him get rid of it. No shame in that, but that should be stated in the "wanted" ad listing as well.
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