Why do people pay more than retail on eBay?

c4dreams · 2013-05-08T20:37:17.000Z

I'm sure this happens with non-Lego items as well, but I've noticed that the Passenger Train 7938 sells for $160 on eBay, yet it's still available from Lego for $130. Even with tax and shipping it's still cheaper to get it from Lego (plus you get VIP points). So why do people buy off eBay? I actually sold two Red Cargo Trains for over retail a year ago when it was still readily available. I just don't get it. I'm curious how many sets this occurs for. Retail is for suckers, so what are the people who pay MORE than retail? (and yes, I wish I still had those red cargo trains)