I'll bid and if it goes to someone else FINE. That means they are paying too much for it. Auctions blow. I have made one successful bid on Ebay. Got a Speedy tank for 100 or 110 bucks. No last minute bids no up at midnight, I said If I get it I Get it. The tank is mint btw...MINT! Hum, maybe I'll put the new pingel on that one and ....
I currently have two outstanding bids. Early yes. Do I care if I win? Sort of. Will I want them at my bid price OF COURSE! Do I care if I don't? No way hosa.
Flea markets. EBay. At both you pay more than you would at the traditional retailers. Auctions are all about fun drinking and getting the best of someone. That's why prices go so high. And that's why I bid and walk away.