The Accidental Bonus
A UK tech enthusiast bought a used Gigabyte B650 Aorus Elite AX V2 motherboard on eBay. Mid-build, he spotted two unexpected SSDs tucked into the M.2 slots: a 500GB Samsung 970 Evo and a 500GB Sabrent Rocket (combined value: ~$100).
The Integrity Move
Instead of keeping them, he contacted the seller. In a viral Reddit post (3.4K upvotes), he explained:
“He was super chill—even helped me troubleshoot BIOS updates. Returning them was the right call.”
The seller covered return shipping, turning a potential conflict into a win-win.
Why Reddit Applauded
- “Most people would’ve kept those drives. You’re a legend!” – Top comment
- Debates on eBay fees vs. fee-free alternatives like r/HardwareSwapUK
- Relief over the seller’s responsiveness and cooperative spirit
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Key Takeaways for Online Buyers
- Inspect Purchases Thoroughly: Sellers may overlook components.
- Prioritize Communication: Honesty often yields better outcomes than assumptions.
- Explore Local Alternatives: Platforms like r/HardwareSwapUK avoid taxes (region-dependent).
As the thread concluded: “This is how you rebuild trust in secondhand markets.”