Ian Usher is a 45-year-old Australian man that decided to auction off everything he owns on eBay. After divorcing from his wife of five years, Usher chose to leave his past life behind him and move on.
Fast Facts:
- Where: Perth, Australia
- eBay auction began on June 22, 2008
- Auction ended on June 29, 2008
- Starting price for complete package deal: AU$1
- Winning bid: AU $399,300.00
- Has a YouTube channel
- Auction included everything: job, home, car, and motorbike
- Job: Rug shop employee
- Originally from: Darlington, Britain
- 2001: Emigrated to Perth
- 2006: Became Australian citizen
Final Reaction
After eliminating some inflated prank bids, the auction closed at less than what Usher had hoped for. He had started the auction with the hope of raising AU $500,000 in order to start a new life. Although disappointed with the results, he is still following through on the agreement.Sydney Morning Herald: Life for sale falls short of target (June 30, 2008)
Background
His house was built for the two of them, and he is constantly haunted with memories from his past, and says he misses his wife terribly. Ian believes that by selling his whole life online, he will be able to let go of the past and move on to a better future.
Ian Usher Quotes
"Hi there, my name is Ian Usher, and I have had enough of my life! I don't want it any more! You can have it if you like!"Alife4sale.com: A Life 4 Sale
"On the day it is all sold and settled I intend to walk out of my front door with my wallet in one pocket and my passport in the other, nothing else at all, and get on the train, with no idea where I am going or what the future holds for me."Alife4sale.com: A Life 4 Sale
