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Facebook Marketplace Message Templates
Copy-paste these instead of "Is it available?" and watch your reply rate soar.
Opening messages (basic interest)
Use these when you're interested and want to get the conversation going.
Hi! I'm interested in this—is pickup still available? copy
Hello! I'd like to buy this. What's your availability this week? copy
Hi, I'm interested. Can you confirm it's still available and roughly where you're located? copy
Hey! Keen to buy this—does [day] work for pickup? copy
Hi, I'd like to purchase this. What payment methods do you accept? copy
Asking about condition
When you need more info before committing.
Hi! I'm interested—can you tell me more about the condition? Any scratches or damage not shown in the photos? copy
Hello, does this come with the original box/accessories/charger? copy
Hi, how old is this and how often was it used? copy
Hi! I'm interested—has this ever been repaired or had any issues? copy
Hello, do you know the model number? I want to make sure it's compatible with what I have. copy
Making an offer
Be specific and polite. Make a number offer, don't ask what their lowest is.
Hi! I'm interested—would you take $[X]? I can come today. copy
Hello, is there any flexibility on the price? I'd offer $[X] and can pick up this weekend. copy
Hi! I love this—would you consider $[X] if I can be there in [time]? copy
Hey, I'm serious about buying this. Would $[X] work? Cash, pickup today. copy
Hi, I can do $[X] cash. If that works, I'm available [day/time]. copy
Scheduling a pickup
Once you've agreed on price, nail down the logistics.
Great, I'll take it! I'm free [day] between [time] and [time]—does that work? copy
Perfect—I can come [day] morning or [day] afternoon. Which works best for you? copy
Sounds good! What's the address and what time suits you? copy
I'll be there! Just to confirm—cash is okay? And the address? copy
Confirmed. I'll message you [morning of] to let you know I'm on my way. copy
Following up
If you didn't get a reply the first time.
Hi, just following up on my message from yesterday—still interested if it's available! copy
Hey! Saw you were active. Still keen to buy this if you haven't sold it yet. copy
Hi, just checking in—is this still available? Happy to come today if so. copy
Politely backing out
Common courtesy when you're no longer interested. Takes 5 seconds and sellers appreciate it.
Hi, thanks for your time—I've decided to go a different direction. Good luck with the sale! copy
Hey, sorry to back out but I found one closer to home. Hope you sell it quickly! copy
Hi, something came up and I won't be able to make it. Sorry for the inconvenience! copy
The golden rule
Your first message should always do at least one of: show intent to buy, ask a specific question, or propose a time. Anything less and you're wasting everyone's time.