So you didn't bid because you thought $33 was a little high. Now the seller wants more to sell directly so that he doesn't have to pay the eBay fees, and he might even try for a PayPal gift payment so he doesn't have to pay the Paypal fees either. Sounds like the seller is getting greedy, now that he knows someone is interested. I think you should offer no more than $25 (including S&H). If the seller doesn't accept it then don't fret over it. They are most likely trying to get every penny they can from you since they know you're interested, and since the card is numbered out of 5 they know it is tough to find another one.
Collecting John Stockton, Karl Malone, Ivan Rodriguez, Gary Carter & UF player rookie year cards. Plus Jedd Gyorko rookie and prospect cards.
Jedd Gyorko 2010-2013: Have 329/419 including 1/1s
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Jedd Gyorko 2010-2013: Have 329/419 including 1/1s
Wantlist: http://sites.google.com/site/sportscardsite/set-needs/