Maybe its a typo and he meant middle-ages wife? :)

These are the reasons things end up on ebay:

1.End user wants to sell so he can upgrade or because he needs the money. Perfectly legitimate sale. Getting software is another issue.

2.Dealer wants to get rid of backstock. Maybe this isnt legitimate but what are you supposed to do with it? Nevo wont take it back. I dont lost any sleep over ebaying stuff i cant move.

3.Dealer knows theres a market for it so he lowers his price. He doesnt plan to support it so he doesnt care what happens to the end user. Selling sideways is a horrible business model.. but it happens.. and most of those engaged in it dont plan to be in business long or are in for a rude awakening when they get cut off.