OUTCAST13 wrote:
If the buyer/trader/other interested party likes what he/she see's then is it really " taking advantage " of that person ??
If the seller KNOWS something that the typical ignorant buyer does not know, and they pass it off as good and truthful, then it is "taking advantage of" ignorance.
Perfect example: Seller states that an engine is "built" (or rebuilt with low miles), but KNOWS that it is in fact stock, untouched, and probably worn out internally, and yet uses the "built or rebuilt" line to the buyer, then it is in fact "taking advantage of" ignorance.
Which is why you have to become an educated buyer so you have the knowledge to VERIFY the truth of the statement before getting ripped off.
Anyone who get's ripped off, can only blame themselves. It does not just apply here, but in life in general.
"Liking what you see" is not a good enough reason to throw caution to the wind and dive headfirst into a deal.