help with eBay US seller

[animagician]

I bought something from eBay in December, and I thought I was happy.

it was a bronzed wolf statue... months later (far too long to get eBay's 45 day money back policy) and my "bronzed" statue is chipping so I got in touch with the seller who was quite rude about it. I got in touch with eBay and although there was nothing they could do they directed me to trading standards. Trading Standards claim because the US isn't part of the EU there is nothing they can do about it, so now I'm out of pocket with a decaying statue and need some advice on where I can go that will help get me some justice.

 

[BobbyNash]

Honestly, in this particular situation it sounds like you might be in trouble. Because there is no legal standing here, it might be difficult to ever get the money back. You could try small claims court in the US, but I doubt that it would be worth the cost to do so.

 

[anniemc8]

I am sorry to hear you have had such a frustrating time - I can relate as I had a similar problem - please do update this thread with any answers you get! Thanks

 

[Folkys86Kevin]

Like others say, being outside the EU could make this a very tricky one. Of course, I really do hope this gets sorted for you though.