Car ramps, a scam?

Hello luigig. No, this is not a scam. This is just the way Trade Me have set up multiple quantity listings. 

The wording is for EACH PAIR. If you select 2, you will get 2 pairs (4 ramps) 

It does confuse some people the first time they see it, but most work it out :)

Sorry, I disagree. It does not say pair at all.

https://www.trademe.co.nz/a/motors/car-parts-accessories/tools-repair-kits/jacks/listing/6194948810

My first search was via Mac, the listing said 2x car ramps, buy now $78.90. When clicked on that became $78.90 each.

Each in English means one ramp. It should have said per pair, if it actually meant 2 for $78.90.

In the mobile app, it says per item. Which is still not clear. Is the item the 2 ramps or just one.

In any case, it cost them a sale. That's Trade Me's responsibilty for not insisting on clarity.

That listing clearly says it's a pair. Both in the title of the listing, and the first line of the description.

It's obvious to me, but as I mentioned previously, it can confuse some people the first time they see it. 

You are correct that sensible sellers will make it even more obvious. I know I do. So if it costs them a sale, then like you say, it's on the seller. Whenever I list something like this my first line is "You are buying a pair of car ramps for $78.90" Which in itself can be annoying. As I have to remember to update my description if I need to alter the price. 

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