Is it bad auction etiquette to snipe?
On the contrary. Sellers recognize that snipers are enthusiastic, knowledgeable buyers that commit to a maximum bid and use the proxy system. Buyers like to snipe because it gives them more control over the purchase and price. And eBay says, “Sniping is part of the eBay experience.” The only people who don’t like sniping are incremental bidders, like “lowballers” and “nibblers.” We feel each bidder should be able to find the bidding style that works for them.
