I think Pete has made my point... The seller of a $1500 engine at Trainz received maybe 50%, or $750.
The seller of the $500 engine at Stouts received maybe 80%, or $400.
The buyer at Trainz was told exactly what was being sold and was given a money back guarantee and no shipping charges (I think the policy is free shipping over a certain price). The buyer at Stouts was shown a photo and a very small description, for sale as shown, and an inflated shipping charge.
In this example, the seller got the better deal from Trainz. And the buyer got the lower price from Stouts. But, the buyer at Trainz went into the deal with his eyes wide open and could return it within 30 days and the buyer at Stouts was basically told, "Buyer beware."
So, if I am a seller, Trainz "may" be the better choice, and I get to know what is happening as I go into the deal. If I am a buyer, I will check out both sites, but I want a steep discount whenever there is little description, no guarantee, and steep shipping charges. I have bought from both companies and I have been satisfied with both companies. I have enjoyed big discounts at Stouts and I have no complaints about the price I have paid (I drop out of bidding when it goes above 50% of my estimated value). I have enjoyed the security of buying from Trainz and I have no complaints about their customer service.
But I have not sold through either company. Wouldn't it be great if someone sold half with Trainz and half with Stouts or Cabin Fever? Then they could report back to us with actual numbers.