Lol, no we didnt. Did you ever click the "View Confirmation" button next to your losing snipe? 2 clicks of minimal research on our site and you could see this for yourself. Here is eBays exact reply to us correctly placing your snipe. You're wrong, and the seller lied.
Bid Confirmation Item number: 458*******
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The reserve price has not been met (although you are the current high bidder)
Important: This item ends soon. To try and win this item, enter a maximum bid immediately.
Title: YOUR DREAM CAR
Time left: 9 secs
History: 13 bids
Current bid: GBP 1,650.00 (Approximately US $2,919.18)
Your maximum bid: GBP 2,251.50 (Reserve not met)
Your new maximum bid: GBP (Enter GBP 1,700.00 or more)
What does "reserve price has not been met" mean? The reserve price is the hidden minimum sales price set by the seller. In order to win this item, you must meet the reserve price and have the highest bid.
How does bidding work? eBay automatically bids on your behalf up to your maximum bid. If the item ends for less than your maximum, that's all you'll have to pay. See example.