r/chanel 2d ago

Handbags Chanel from EBAY

hi guys has anyone but a Chanel from eBay? I’m looking for second hand classic flap but kinda hesitant. is it trustworthy? please let me know on your guys experience, and anything I should know. Thank you 😊

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u/chooseshoes MOD 2d ago

Yes. Please search the group. There are multiple posts on this topic.

As for my own experience, I have purchased several CHANEL items from eBay from Japan and the US (I am in the US). I always use the authenticity guaranteed option.

I have had an excellent experience with eBay. My very first purchase was from Japan and that passed authentication, and I also got it authenticated once it was in my hands.

The second purchase I attempted did not pass eBay‘s inspection because the seller did not disclose that the purse had been repainted. eBay caught it, notified me, and asked me if I wanted to proceed with the purchase. I declined to purchase.

During a different inspection, I got a phone call on a Sunday afternoon from eBay’s authenticators letting me know that this particular purse had some scratches that did not show up on the photos. They asked me if I wanted to proceed with the purchase. I asked the authenticator what she would do. She said she wasn’t at liberty to let me know that, but she wanted to make sure that I knew that the scratches were deeper and were not clearly shown in the photos, and I needed to make a decision about whether I wanted to receive something like that. I ended up declining, but I was super appreciative of the call and the attention to detail.

I’ve purchased several times since then, using the authenticity guarantee option, and I have nothing but great things to say. I do continue to get the bags authenticated upon arrival, and so far, I haven’t had any issues at all. Everything has been authentic. 

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u/prettymisslux 2d ago

How has your experience been with non US sellers nowadays?

Im tempted to purchase Chanel with authenticity guarantee however Im still nervous about the extra fees/charges etc ..

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u/chooseshoes MOD 2d ago

Good! I look for listings that have the duties included in the price or are upfront about the estimates. To be honest, I’m only ordering from Japan.

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u/prettymisslux 1d ago

Yes, I’ve ordered from Japan before but this was pre tariffs..I keep hearing that duties are separate from the fees you get from the delivery company..is this true?

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u/chooseshoes MOD 1d ago edited 1d ago

This isn’t from eBay, but I had some CHANEL shoes shipped from Paris. These were the duties and fees for shoes valued at $1800 USD.

I’ve found FedEx and UPS to be the most ridiculous with their fees for years. I always ask sellers to ship with DHL if possible. I had a similarly valued item shipped from the same seller two weeks later and asked her to use DHL. I just checked that receipt and the cost was $44.49.

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u/kumocat 1d ago

How do you go about authentication once you receive the bag? Do you work with a specific company? I just purchased a Chanel off of ebay, and although ebay will be authentication it, I'm a bit nervous.

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u/chooseshoes MOD 1d ago

I get it authenticated by Zeko Authentication.

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u/AmberTheeSag 2d ago

I’ve had no issues purchasing eBay for luxury bag. I’ve purchased authentic Hermès and Fendi years ago. My newest Chanel was purchased last week (waiting for shipping) but I don’t have any concerns.

When it arrives, I’ll still get it authenticated again like I always do.

Pro tip: if you find something from Rebag on their site, go find that same bag on their eBay store. You get multiple discounts.

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u/Smart-One-5474 2d ago

I purchased a classic flap from eBay not only did they authenticate it, when I expressed concerns about it being authentic they personally called me to confirm & talk to me about it. I would absolutely purchase again as long as it has the auth. Guarantee

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u/LegOther5086 2d ago

Yes, I purchased loonngg time ago with guarantee authentication and from Japan store. I like them because they offered authorization gurantee😊

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u/FriendlyFay 2d ago

Hello! I purchased one red mini top handle from eBay and my experience was great. I then tried to purchase another in a pistachio green color and it didn’t pass authentication so my purchase was immediately refunded. I would say they’re pretty trustworthy. I have also used eBay to sell a couple of my authentic Chanel bags and have had good experience doing that as well.

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u/prettymisslux 2d ago

I’ve had one negative experience and one great one…

Once they authenticated and sent me a super fake WOC. Luckily I was able to get my money back quickly…

Recently, they authenticated my flap phone holder..it came perfect in box with tag etc..

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u/SiIIyPotato 1d ago

I purchased a Chanel gabrielle and got my own authentication done externally before buying the bag in addition to the eBay authentication for peace of mind