Anyone use Amazon.com??

DisneyFix321

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I was going to order a couple of books thru Amazon.com. I've never used Amazon before and wanted to know if anyone ever had any problems using them?? I notice they have sellers listed selling new and used books? I'm tempted to order a couple of cookbooks using Amazon because they are cheaper than the bookstores. Also do they ship pretty fast? I need the books by Christmas.
 
I use Amazon all the time. I don't buy used stuff though, so I can't tell you about that. I've never had a problem with them and the stuff usually comes fast. You can do the free shipping if you spend over a certain amount or choose the type of shipping you want if you need the stuff faster.
 
I did 90% of my shopping through amazon. I've bought used text books for my son, and never had any issues with their sellers
 
I almost always buy the used books. I have never had a problem, but you can't guarantee shipping because most will use media or first class. I also resell my used book back on amazon and that's been going very well. I love it, and sell more with amazin than with half.com etc. I order most of my books on my kindl though!!
 

I've bought all kinds of used stuff from Amazon and have never had any issue. Everything I've ever ordered has arrived within a week.
 
I buy and sell books on Amazon all the time - both textbooks and regular fiction books. Never had a problem at all. Regular shipping might not make it in time for Christmas, but some sellers offer expedited shipping - and if you choose that, you'd get the books sometime this week. :thumbsup2
 
I'm sure this experience isn't normal - I ordered a book for my mom last Christmas. The pages were all uneven on the edge of the book. I sent it back and ordered another one, same thing. I decided to send that back and buy it from a different store. I have to say they were great with the returns. The only shipping I paid was for the original book and when I didn't keep any of them they refunded the shipping for that.
 
I've bought used books (out of print, etc.) through Amazon sellers with no problem. If you're looking into a specific timeframe, I'd suggest looking at the seller's history/rating to see if it coincides to your needs.
 
So far sounds like they are a reliable site. Next silly question is about payment, I pay thru Amazon.com not the actual sellers? Sort of like a third party set up where the seller gets the money thru Amazon not me directly correct? I just want to make sure I'm understanding everything correctly. Tis the season :)
 
This time of year you won't have to worry about shipping time. Sometimes it can take a while for them to ship things but for the most part they are very good. I have gotten a few things from their auction site and they have all arrived in just a couple days.
 
So far sounds like they are a reliable site. Next silly question is about payment, I pay thru Amazon.com not the actual sellers? Sort of like a third party set up where the seller gets the money thru Amazon not me directly correct? I just want to make sure I'm understanding everything correctly. Tis the season :)

Yep, that's right. You pay for everything through Amazon, and then Amazon gives the money to whoever you bought the book from. :thumbsup2
 
So far sounds like they are a reliable site. Next silly question is about payment, I pay thru Amazon.com not the actual sellers? Sort of like a third party set up where the seller gets the money thru Amazon not me directly correct? I just want to make sure I'm understanding everything correctly. Tis the season :)

Yes, you pay Amazon and the third party seller gets reimbursed by Amazon. I find that I prefer to use Amazon directly if possible because they offer free shipping on items if your total is more than $25. At almost $4/book for used books that shipping cost can add up.
 
I am a true Amazon fan. Last year at the end of November I received an offer from them to use their "Prime" shipping option for a month ( all the way through X mas) for free. I was so pleased that when the month was over I subscribed to it, best $90 for a eyar I have spent! It gives standard 2 day shipping on almost everything I order. They have wonderful customer service too. One of the best parts for me is no tax.
 
This is the second year I've done the majority of my Christmas shopping on Amazon.com. I prefer to not use the third party sellers because the shipping can cost as much as the item bought. :scared1: I can usually get free shipping from Amazon and there's no sales tax. :thumbsup2
 
I am a true Amazon fan. Last year at the end of November I received an offer from them to use their "Prime" shipping option for a month ( all the way through X mas) for free. I was so pleased that when the month was over I subscribed to it, best $90 for a eyar I have spent! It gives standard 2 day shipping on almost everything I order. They have wonderful customer service too. One of the best parts for me is no tax.

I joined prime for a 30 day free trial which will take me right up until Christmas. I liked that it even gave the option of auto-canceling after 30 days so I wouldn't have to write it down or remember to cancel before my cc was charged.

If the right vendor is chosen you get free shipping over $25 anyway which I think is deal. So many online stores want you to spend $75 or $100 to get free shipping.

I'll bet I have used Amazon for 75% of my shopping this year and have never had a problem.
 
I have been buying from Amazon.com for about 4 years now. Never had any problems with the shippments. Excellent customer service agents too!
 
I've done 90% of my Christmas shopping on Amazon this year. Everything but stocking stuffers. I've gotten better prices than WalMart (and believe me, I've compared prices) and free shipping! There is nothing better than watching the big UPS truck pull up to my house, and the cute guy brings it to my hands. I do my shopping at night when my kids are asleep.
It has made Christmas time enormously more enjoyable for me this year because it has eliminated so much stress. I've had no issues whatsoever, but I only buy new, not used.
 
I guess I will stick my oar in: I have been selling used books on Amazon for five or six years.

There is a clear difference between buying 'from Amazon' and buying from a third party (like me) 'through Amazon'.

For instance: Sue Grafton's lasted book "U is for Undertow". Amazon itself stocks and sells the book (new). I can pay $3.99 for overnight shipping, or opt for free shipping which takes an extra day or two (I am a member of Amazon, paying the $75.00 annual fee).

Now, you have third party sellers that are selling "new", "used" or "collectible" books. If you buy from them you will pay $3.99 for 'standard' shipping. Some of the sellers may offer quicker shipping for another few dollars.

If you buy from a third party you are not dealing with Amazon. If you buy from me, for instance, after you check out Amazon sends me an email notifying me of the sale. I then go into my account, click on my 'orders' button, and then I click on your shipping address and print the shipping label. I then pack up the book and mail (using media mail, in most cases). I will then email the buyer to let them know I received the order and to tell them when I will mail and when they may reasonably expect to receive the book.

After I mail the book I go back on Amazon and 'confirm shipment'. Only at that time will Amazon credit me the money (the price of the book, plus $3.99 for shipping, less Amazon's fee).

I wanted to detail this because sometimes a person will order a book from me thinking I am Amazon, and then email me about other items they have purchased, which, of course, I have no idea about.
 
I have bought books before both with amazon direct.. others with sellers of used books. usually great service.

although one jerk left ME a very bad negative feedback because I didn't leave HIM a glowing review feedback........ how is that fair.

took be forever to drop that black mark off my list.
 







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