How did he rip off anybody the cost of postage was clearly displayed for all bidders to see, further he charged exactly what he said he would.  If he had wanted more for post or the item or it wasn't in the condition described then thats a ripoff.

Actually, yes he did, besides the buyer, he also ripped off eBay for their FVF, and as an consequence all the honest sellers who only charge the actual postage.  If I was selling my items for $1 and $300 postage + handling, i would be much better off believe me.  Or maybe your theory only applies to the little cheats, who rip eBay for only few cents?