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30 Of The Funniest Examples Of People Being Clueless On Facebook Marketplace (New Pics)
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Selling something online isn’t as easy as it might look. It’s a real learning curve that is usually full of trial and error. From poor listing photos and descriptions to inadequate pricing and communication, there are many things sellers and resellers online have to look out for if they want to succeed. Luckily, nowadays websites like Facebook Marketplace make it easier to sell, but even with their help, some people just can’t figure it out.
Below you’ll find many instances of people being clueless while selling things on Facebook Marketplace shared by the ‘Idiots Of FB Marketplace’ group. Today we’re shining a light on them with hopes that it helps others not to repeat the same mistakes.
While you're scrolling through, don't forget to check out a conversation with Willow Wright, owner of a unique vintage shop, Urban Redeux, who kindly agreed to give us her best tips on conquering Facebook Marketplace.
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#1
Not Mine But I Thought It Was Funny
Ozymandias73 9 months ago
I think it's the seller that's ummm...pussyfooting around. I'll see myself out now.
Joots (shants/jorts) 9 months ago
same - i have nice feet and always wondered how someone gets that gig, selling feet pics. I would totally do it
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#2
I Finally Found Something Worthy Enough For This Group
Fuket 9 months ago
Looks like the picture on the box cover... what were you expecting? Just flip the container around...
brandyy17 9 months ago
it can b france or netherlands flags. depends on how u turn the container
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Bored Sailor 9 months ago
Well it was France who defeated Britain in the Revolutionary War to give the American colonies their freedom.
Nikole 9 months ago
Hey! The Native Americans helped and we treated them really well afterwards! Oh… oh dear.
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#3
Hey Everyone; Do You Ever Wonder What A Canadian Fb Marketplace Looks Like?
Choosing to sell on Facebook Marketplace if you’re new to cashing in on secondhand items is a great idea, as other social media platforms don’t have the number of users Facebook has. This means that there are a lot of potential customers on this platform who would be interested in buying, making your chances of selling much higher than anywhere else.
In general, buyers are changing their shopping habits, as surveys show that a growing number of people prefer to shop directly on social media platforms instead of e-commerce ones.
Willow Wright, who owns a unique vintage shop, Urban Redeux, and has spent a fair share of time selling and buying things on Facebook Marketplace, adds that the platform is also very easy to use. "The interface is very user-friendly and completely free to use if you’re selling locally. All you need is an account and a way to upload images, which can easily be done from your smartphone."
With so many advantages, it seems that selling on places like Facebook Marketplaces is a great way to start.
#4
What An Odd Thing To Say
Panda-sized Potato 9 months ago
When someone mentions "not haunted" when nobody asked, it's haunted.
Fat Harry (Oi / You) 9 months ago
"Hi, I'm Dave, pleased to me you! I'm not a killer and I've never falsely imprisoned my wife. So how long have you worked here?"
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Sophia Pandia de Delphia 9 months ago
Makes a selling point to even more people, such as those who read between the lines and believe in the supernatural.
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Montanavanna 9 months ago
Apparently haunted dolls are a hot market. So yeah, maybe.
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Vivian McBride 9 months ago
My grandmother had one of those in her house. It wasn't haunted, but I thought it was really odd.
Kali Chaos 9 months ago
In NOLA, this was a normal feature in real estate listings. Haunted vs not haunted.
#5
Damn Poor Guy
LakotaWolf (she/her) 9 months ago
I think it's implying the cheater is the man (guy), hence poor guy, his ring is getting sold on FB Marketplace!
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Offbeat Quinoa 9 months ago
Sounds like an ingredient for a witch’s spell lol. “Eye of newt, tongue of frog, ring of a cheater” 😂
#6
Phew That Was Close
Julie S 9 months ago (edited)
It's not the cough that carries you off, it's the coffin they carry you off in. (Something my mum always said no idea where it came from)
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Robert Millar 9 months ago
It wasn't the coughing that carried him off, but the coffin they carried him off in.
However, it’s not enough to have a device and a wide audience to sell to. It’s much more complicated than that. For people to be interested in buying, there are many tips, tricks, and mistakes sellers should be aware of.
"While it’s easy to list items, the ease of selling can depend on what you’re offering and how competitive the market is," said Wright. "For example, if you’re selling something like furniture or electronics, you’ll likely face more competition, so it’s key to have clear, attractive photos and a reasonable price. Also, be prepared for some buyers to message but not follow through—patience is key!" she noted.
#7
Someone Been Watching Breaking Bad And Gave Up
Nice Beast Ludo 9 months ago
How to get arrested after stealing an ATM machine. Cash not included.
nottheactualphoto 9 months ago
Yes. But you have to enter your PIN number.
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David 9 months ago
This one doesn't belong here. It is definitely not a common for sale item but that doesn't make it "idiots.." These pint sized ATM are (or at least were) used in some small businesses. I've used one. On site POS equipment is usually purchased by the business (cash registers, credit card POS machines and so on). The key may be controlled by whatever bank (or their service company) that maintained the ATM, so it would be legit for the owner to not have a key.
#8
For Some Reason Its Just Funny
Charles McChristy 9 months ago
You expected them to use a clean one for their ball sack?
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Michael Largey 9 months ago
139 golf balls in a single sock? Next you'll be telling how many holes in one you hit with each.
Richienotsorich 4 months ago
Anyone else reminded of Scum? "Where's your tool?", "What tool?", "This tool!"...thwack!
#9
Hmm
Nice Beast Ludo 9 months ago
Wtf are fighting shoes? And what was the foot malfunction that warped these shoes so severely?
Michael Largey 9 months ago
And I was flat on my back 90% of the time I had them on, so little wear and tear.
Wright says that the two most common mistakes sellers make while listing items on Facebook Marketplace are poor-quality images and a lack of detail in the description. "In today’s fast-paced world, buyers don’t have time to go back and forth to ask simple questions, so make sure your listing includes clear photos, accurate measurements, and any important details about the condition of the item."
#10
Can't Say I've Ever Seen Koi Fish Traded For A Car
Jrog 9 months ago
An adult, healthy Koi carp is worth easily $5-600. They can go up to much, much more -up to $40-50k- for perfect examples with unusual colors
LazyKitten 9 months ago
My grandparents own a marina and in the waters around it live a bunch of carp, catfish, and giant koi. The people that come to the marina are allowed to feed the fish, so they get really really big. I wish I had a picture, they're like four or five feet long. Maybe more.
Load More Replies... Ashtophet’sRevenge 9 months ago
That water makes me sad tho. We had two koi for a bit, but had to give them to a friend with a pond when they got too big…
LizzieBoredom 9 months ago
Some of them can lay on their sides, and float to the top.
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#11
Y’all Please Feel Free To Rake Me Through The Coals If I’m Being A Pinecone, But This Was In My Marketplace Suggestions Multiple Times Today. It Looks Like The Mixer Committed A M**der
Jrog 9 months ago
There is people that restore these vintage ones, as long as they are functional. $20 is not even a crazy price.
Jrog 9 months ago
That's a K45, likely from the 1950s. The yellowish tint is the original color, so it's not even in a terrible shape, can be easily repainted, restored and sell for $500+
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Beth Wheeler 9 months ago
That thing needs a good scrubbing with LOTS of bleach to disinfect it while wearing Playtex gloves.
SirWriteALot 9 months ago
Send it to tysitube or odd tinkering and they'll create a restoration video with it
#12
Ahahahha Just Found This Gem
Lukas (he/him, it/its) 9 months ago
Honestly smart advertising, you know that some MAGA freak would buy it, and then you're set for a good while
Offbeat Quinoa 9 months ago (edited)
Honestly the resemblance is uncanny, even before I read the text I was like “hey that looks like Trump” 😂 I bet some MAGA will love this, it’s like when people see the Virgin Mary in their toast lol
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Riley Quinn 9 months ago
Oi, Sharlene, since you're marketing to MAGAts, raise the price. Those morons will get a second mortgage to buy any Tramp cräp.
If an item is more expensive, like furniture tends to be, it might be even worth it to stage it and style it a bit so people can imagine how it will look in their own space. However, the photos shouldn’t just be aesthetically pleasing. They should also showcase the advantages, functions, and imperfections of the piece, as well as its size.
#13
Anybody Want An Egg Bok ?
Fuket 9 months ago
On top while you are playing to keep them warm... where else silly?
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Julia Mckinney 9 months ago
Considering the cost of eggs, this may be a really cheap (or cheep) price.
#14
Not Sure If I'm Into These Or Not
tom (bat/man) 9 months ago
Well at least you can slam dunk those cockroaches in the corners of your room with those winkle pickers
Nice Beast Ludo 9 months ago (edited)
This is what happened to Andy from Toy Story all grown up. He is also wearing a space helmet
#15
"Fuel Tank"
Nice Beast Ludo 9 months ago
Do not shake or jostle. Not responsible for blowing up your house and property.
Jrog 9 months ago
OP is wrong, this is a 1950s drop tank. There are a lot of models, but this looks specifically like the Douglas AERO-1D 300 Gal tank used on the Vought Corsair II and A6 Intruders.
Gabby Ghoul 9 months ago
Wow, that's a good eye. I was thinking about F-106 or F-4 drop tanks.
Load More Replies... Schmebulock 9 months ago
That is how they made/make external fuel tanks that could be dropped after they were empty or before entering combat.
David 9 months ago
Angela, Those are mole hills. I get them off and on. I'm about 95% sure and 5% guess, but it's based on the shape, size and frequency of the holes. Moles tunnel along close to the surface eating grubs and what not they find in the grass roots, and every so often they push out the excess dirt. That's why even though it isn't a straight line, you can mentally connect the dots and have a line. That's the mole traveling 3 or 4 inches below the grass.
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Yourlocalrealitybender 9 months ago
I'd ride it backwards while waving a cowboy hat, Strangelove style
Don’t forget about the main photo too, which is the first thing buyers notice on their feed. It has to have great curb appeal and be cropped in a way that the piece is centered in the frame. In addition, including a video of the item for sale can be a good idea, as algorithms tend to favor it and they’re more helpful for the buyer.
#16
Thanks Trudeau
Bob Brooce 9 months ago
I'd say most McDonald's french fries are shaped more like Cuba than this one. Here's a handy reference for those who don't know what Cuba is shaped like. untitled-6...a50462.jpg 
Nice Beast Ludo 9 months ago
Ewwww the only reason a French fry would be shaped like this is if someone STEPPED on it and put it back in the fryer. Jusr gross
Dee Rutherford 9 months ago
Could be a piece of skin from the slicer that went into the fryer.
kitten levels tokyo 9 months ago
Way to keep it real, Dee. Upvote for you.
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Cindy Brick 9 months ago
There's bound to be some idiot who will buy it. Heck, someone just paid a pretty penny for George Harrison's 1962 breakfast toast!
Rhett Butler 9 months ago
Tell me if you find a french fry shaped like America. Also, how is that a french fry?
#17
I Might Pick This Up Myself Just For The Flux Capacitor
LakotaWolf (she/her) 9 months ago
LOOK at that rainbow cable too! XD Glorious! I think it was 1998 when I last had a computer with "rainbow" cables and a SuperDisk drive.
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Turgut Kalfaoglu 9 months ago
They don't make them like they used to. I especially like the aquarium pump
Rick Murray 9 months ago (edited)
Just think, most of that has been replaced by a Raspberry Pi with a big ar$e micro SD card (that can run for many hours from a USB battery pack).
#18
If there are things about the item you’re trying to sell that can’t be conveyed in the photos or videos, use the description box for it. The thing that is important here is being truthful and noting all the imperfections of the piece. This prevents misunderstandings and the hassle of trying to solve them.
#19
Wedding Ring
CommanderDucky-He/Him 9 months ago
I want to be able to bend my toes like that
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Riley Quinn 9 months ago
If you look closely, you might be able to understand the reason behind why she's selling her wedding ring.
#20
Anyone Need Personal Grooming?
LakotaWolf (she/her) 9 months ago
He even used the "add sparkles to me" photo filter XD
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LinkTheHylian 9 months ago
Kinda cute? Dude looks like Vanilla Ice's cousin who has a thing for minors.
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Sarah Berkner 2 weeks ago
It's a play on words, handy man. But I don't know if it was an intentional joke or he doesn't know what a handyman is.
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#21
Child For Scale
When it comes to setting a price, Wright says that sellers are often shooting too high. "If your item is priced too high compared to similar listings, it might not sell. It’s also important to keep your listing updated. If your item’s not selling, try refreshing the post or adjusting the price to attract new buyers. And don’t forget to be flexible with pricing; buyers often expect to negotiate," she advised.
#22
No Way He’s Even Getting Close To That Amount
HTakeover 9 months ago
Like anything "collectible", they're only worth money to people willing to buy. Supply & demand... there was demand early on so were worth something then. Now there's virtually none so value is almost none.
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WalkieTaco 9 months ago
hey, I just sold a valentine's day beanie baby with a wrong-colored nose for $705 so who knows.
cogadh 9 months ago (edited)
Honestly, a hoard like that of anything collectible might be worth the risk at that price. If even only a few of them turn out to be of collector value, you can easily make a profit. I've seen it happen with huge batch purchases of comics and trading cards before, while the collector market for Beanie Babies is likely smaller, it's really no different. If a collector wants, a collector buys at whatever price you can get out of them.
Kit Black 9 months ago
The collector market for beanie babies is largely residing underground
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Brenda 9 months ago
Some rare ones or ones with mistakes can be pretty pricey. I have 2 complete McDonald's Beanie Babies collections, both still in the plastic. (Brother worked there years ago and got them for my kids.) Pretty sure they're worth more to a McDonald's toy collector than a Beanie Babies collector. Put them away and forgot about them. Maybe I should look into that? Nah!
#23
Found My First One. Hmm Power Looks Safe If You Squint
8Yorkies-and-33cats 9 months ago
Power also looks safe if you squint involuntarily due to multiple past electrocutions.
#24
It’s A Uncanny Resemblance
LakotaWolf (she/her) 9 months ago
It's bordering on Conehead/sci-fi alien territory with that skull bulge XD J'Or-Dan?
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Kris 9 months ago
Does not look like Jordan obviously, but I still kind of like it. Dont know why 🤔
BeesEelsAndPups 9 months ago
Huh. I thought it was a pretty good likeness for Charles Barkley.
Karl der Große 9 months ago
This is not so bad. I would value it at $83. That means I would 100% buy it and walk away feeling like somebody just handed me a $3 bill.
To receive more sales opportunities, Wright suggests following this short guide:
"Start with quality images and clear descriptions. Be realistic with your asking price and be ready to consider lower offers—negotiation is part of the game. Also, temper your expectations. Facebook Marketplace has become a major player in the reselling world, so there’s a lot of competition, especially in bigger cities."
#25
You Know What, Hell Yeah
Breadcrumb. 9 months ago
We have very little f***s left to give so burn 🔥
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#26
You Guys Think The Food Is Included?
#27
Don't Touch That Wood
"Some people will message you but won’t be serious buyers, so don’t get frustrated," she added. "Respond quickly to inquiries, keep your communication clear, and be patient. If you’re open to shipping, using Facebook’s shipping option can help broaden your reach and increase your chances of selling."
#28
Squoozies ? * Slaps Card On Table *
LizzieBoredom 9 months ago
Mrs. Squirrel: "I'm sorry to tell you this children, but your Father's been canned".
#29
Originally $300, But On Sale For $50
Bob Brooce 9 months ago
I'm guessing a parent posted it so they could "buy" it to make him happy.
Kayci Styles 9 months ago
I’m thinking you’re giving this “parent” way too much credit.
Load More Replies... David 9 months ago
Not hating on someone's kid but that has the vibes of those "art" projects some folks were selling on Esty made from their own menstrual blood
LakotaWolf (she/her) 9 months ago
I legitimately thought it was made of pepperoni or prosciutto at first XD
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Blaze Onyx 9 months ago
Tag is the name of Ivan's stuffed gorilla in The One and Only Ivan book
Load More Replies... Amanda Hunter 9 months ago
The irony is that if it were a famous artist, it could sell for millions.
StrangeOne 9 months ago
I saw something similar at Value Village they're trying to sell for $17.
#30
Pinecone Alert
Amanda Fondaumiere 9 months ago
These ones are enormous, so in my area…yes they are rare.
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Corvus 9 months ago
There was a humoristic folk story about someone selling pinecones... but nowadays it's happening for real :P
G A 9 months ago
Good for crafters and they are unusual. I used to sell seeds from my Mums dinosaur tree and they would go for very good money.
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Is It Worthful Or Not. Please Help Me
Bored Sailor 9 months ago
Probably real. We had a busy gas station build at a new location, cheaper to build new compared to fixing and upgrading the old.
Display name here 9 months ago
This is reasonable. It's commercial property, already zoned for a gas station. Another gas company will buy it and build a new one in its place.
Nice Beast Ludo 9 months ago (edited)
Worthful? Also this looks like the 30 year abandoned gas station on great mills road
#32
First Time Poster, This Gotta Be One Worthy Of The Group
LakotaWolf (she/her) 9 months ago
I think, at this point, it's more like the agglomeration of scratches have a disc (shape, that is.)
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Luis Hernandez Dauajare 9 months ago
Looks as if the actual Tony Hawk had used it to skate on...
#33
Amazing Deal For What It Is, But That Is Certainly Not A Wii
#34
What A Bargain
Fat Harry (Oi / You) 9 months ago
What is this? Audio description for the blind?
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275 For A Rusted Out Water Heater !?!
Geoffrey Scott 9 months ago
I'm sure the gas regulator is perfectly safe..or...you could spend another $200 and get a brand new one.
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#36
Snow
#37
What The Hell Kind Of Tweaker A*s Bulls**t Is This????
#38
I Don’t Think This Fits The “Idiots” Definition But It’s Definitely On Marketplace And My Favorite Find So Far
Panda McPandaface 9 months ago
It's very well painted. Horrible and a waste of time, but well done.
LakotaWolf (she/her) 9 months ago
I've never smoked and I have no idea why I recognize that this was painted to look like a carton of a certain brand of cigarettes XD Probably absorbed it from decades of advertisements :x
#39
Are The Shorts In The Room With Us Lmfao
M O'Connell 9 months ago
At least this person realized their clubbing days are over.
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I’m Sold
#41
I’m Scared LOL
#42
Did I Do This Right?
#43
I Have No Words
#44
I Finally Found One Worthy Of Posting! Maybe There Is A Fool Out There Willing To Part With Their Cash For This Prize Piece Of Memorabilia
#45
Worn Once In Ww1
#46
It’s A Box
tom (bat/man) 9 months ago
so that's how people meet people these days...you young whipper snappers
G A 9 months ago
I want to buy your soiled box......what a chat up line ...
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"It Functions" But No Pictures
Beth Wheeler 9 months ago
Seriously???? You can go to Best Buy and get a new 43" TV for that price. I just had to get a new TV 3 or 4 mos ago.
#48
I Present You.. The Woke Guitar Strap.. Even Though Ernie Ball Have Been Making These Since 2008!
cogadh 9 months ago
Rainbows and rainbows themed straps, belts, suspenders, etc have been around a lot longer than 2008. Was Mork "woke" when he wore rainbow suspenders in 1978? Well, probably. Robin Williams was a decent human being, after all.
MotherofGuineaPigs 9 months ago
Yes it was Mork - I had a pair of thoses suspenders.
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#49
Gas Station Chickens
LakotaWolf (she/her) 9 months ago
"Works great"? So... they eat insects and still lay eggs? XD
#50
This Indisputably Belongs Here
BrunoVI 9 months ago (edited)
I'd never've noticed what was wrong if you hadn't commented that. "Vary nice" seemed too insubstantial of a goof.
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#51
It's A Free Book At Any Penndot Or Driver License Center
Beth Wheeler 9 months ago
I don't think you're allowed to sell a book given to you by the state.
#52
Asking The Real Questions Here
#53
Who Is This For?
Panda-sized Potato 9 months ago
$15 doesn't seem too bad. You'd expect to something like this in one of those posh stores for 10x that.
Hannah 9 months ago
Slightly awkward admission; I would quite like one of these. McDonald's was a special treat growing up. Always went for McNuggets. Probably still would.
Bored Trash Panda 9 months ago (edited)
Oh! You could make a chicken nugget coin purse to go in it! And a wallet that looks like fries! I would so do that. (Edit)} I think I might actually make a bag like this.
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#54
Finally Got One!
nicholas nolan 9 months ago
A 92 4Runner for $1400? Is it currently on fire, because that's a hell of a deal.
#55
$25 For Garbage
pfeils wife 9 months ago
Careful.. we should not know that Jessie Laguna joined facebook in 2007
#56
Smoking Hot Deal
OWL ON A MISSION 9 months ago
A "fat lighter" is another name for "fatwood," which is a type of wood derived from the heartwood of pine trees that is highly resinous and readily catches fire, making it an excellent natural fire starter; essentially, it's a naturally occurring kindling with a high concentration of pine pitch that easily ignites even in damp conditions.
#57
Everyone Is So Creative!
G A 9 months ago
The only thing I can think is because it is too big for the table and so is propped up, but that is not funny.
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Warren Peece 9 months ago
Rick from Påwn Stars: "Best I can offer is the coins from under my couch cushions and a hit from Chum's meth pipe."
Warren Peece 9 months ago
Rick from Påwn Stars: "Best I can offer is the coins from under my couch cushions and a hit from Chum's meth pipe."
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