Car adverts

[sapphireblack]

I've been perusing car sales listings in various places, and several amusing repetitions seem quite prevalent.

Car has new breaks

New tyres with plenty of thread



I know I'm old school, but if you're selling something, please get the description right, or try harder. Maybe even wash your filthy car to attract a buyer?

[StuBeeDoo]

I've noticed that ^^^ sort of thing, it's not confined to adverts for secondhand cars.

In the 2020s it's inexcusable, really. Doesn't anyone know how to use spellcheck?

Recently I bought an item off everyone's favourite auction site, that should have sold for well north of £30. The title was full of spelling errors, and the description and starting bid both appeared to be AI generated. I appeared to be the only watcher, and the auction ended with my bid of £8:88 (the starting bid........) being the only one. Seller's loss, my gain.

........And as for not giving a car a decent wash and hoovering it out before taking pictures, that's just laziness pure and simples.

(edited to correct spelling error - lol )

[lezmtaylor]

Cannot bare(?) bad spelling use a dictionary or spell check.

Lez

[sapphireblack]

Glad I'm not alone in my thoughts

Edited my original post, too. AI correction at work

[StuBeeDoo]

But the thing that really annoys me is the amount of buzzwords littering the headlines in my news feed.

Anything good involving children or animals....... "Adorable".

Anything bad happening to just about any living entity....... "Heartbreaking".

"[insert name of young female celebrity here] is PREGNANT!" (followed by an article worded as if she's the first woman to ever reproduce). Then, a few months later, pictures appear of said celebrity side-on and cradling her bump. A few months after that it's announced that she and her partner have "welcomed their child". Then, a few more months later, pictures appear of celebrity and her "adorable" baby.

There are plenty more buzzwords that boil my water, but I'm starting to get annoyed just thinking about them.

[Leslie]

Poorly listed = bargains on ebay and long may it continue, plus gotta love a bit of tyre thread except when it poking out the edges
Any speeling mistakes of mine are intentional and at no extra charge to the end user
My personal favoutite is "spare wheel unused " as if this is a selling point although even getting a spare these days is a thing

[X5Sport]

Aah yes, the ‘unused’ spare wheel note. It might of course be as old as the car and will fail them moment you put it on. I changed the E46 one at 14 years (used twice).

And yes, just having one would be nice. The tyre inflator kits are about half the price of a decent tyre!!!

I had a skinny spare with my Superb and as soon as it was fitted the car ‘knew’, locked out various functions and got really ‘naggy’ if I even remotely considered thinking about exceeding 50mph. It’s a good thing (probably), but really annoying.

[sapphireblack]

Ai generated adverts abound now, eBay actually tries to prevent a personal description, the one below actually tells nothing about the car for sale other than flowery blurb. Nothing about its actual condition, or its history. I wonder where we're all headed with BS like this.

Embrace the blend of luxury and performance with the 2008 BMW X5 3.0d E70, a testament to classic automotive excellence. This model boasts a sleek black exterior, complemented by a sophisticated black interior, offering a timeless aesthetic that resonates with the vehicle's robust yet refined charm. With its spacious seven-seat arrangement, it's ideal for families or for those who appreciate the versatility of a mid-sized SUV. Under the hood, the diesel engine is paired with an effortless automatic transmission, ensuring a smooth ride and efficient operation. The Euro 4 emission class designation signifies a balance of performance and environmental consideration. The BMW X5 is renowned for its blend of utility and prestige, making this chassis a sound investment for enthusiasts and collectors alike.

[X5Sport]

Reads like something copied from a sales brochure and definitely AI generated. Sadly I think you’re right. AI seems to be a dodgy car salespersons saviour. Norwegian Blue parrot anyone?

[sapphireblack]

Didn't think I'd be alone with my thoughts

BTW, tbe parrot was fine, he was just resting

[StuBeeDoo]

Sapphireblack; you mentioned BS.
When I've been looking at online car adverts (which, fortunately, I haven't had to for a couple of years now.....) the wording that really drives me mad is "...£thousands of of extras".
Now, I don't know about anyone here, but I don't give a monkey's about how much the original buyer threw at the car. Either I'm interested, or I'm not. For example; if it's got sports seats I'm interested - but I don't care how much extra they cost when the car was new, which was likely quite a few years ago.
I know some people might fall for sales patter, but to paraphrase Shania Twain "That Don't Impress Me Much".

[sapphireblack]

I am less bothered by that specific that yourself but i agree its BS hype. When buying a used car they are worth £000s, but when selling a car they are worthless, or so some would have me believe