Are these the most expensive trainers ever? Liverpool FC Adidas Samba shoes for sale on eBay cost nearly THREE GRAND
According to the seller, the shoes are the 'only pair in world' as they are a factory sample
ARE these the most expensive trainers ever?
The garish pair of bright red Liverpool FC Adidas Samba shoes were recently put on eBay - and the seller expected them to reach a whopping £3,000.
According to the listing, the UK size 8.5 trainers are the only pair of their kind in the world as they are a 'factory sample' and are printed with the words 'not for resale' on the tongue.
They don't come in the original box, however the seller maintains they have never been worn.
The Yeovil-based online trader claims the pricey pumps were designed by Adidas but never put into production, hence the hefty price tag.
Although the seller did not provide proof of authenticity, the eBay advert backs up the claims they are '100% genuine' and has listed them on the auction site, reports the .
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Adidas trainer expert Ali Gammack of lovevintageadidas.com said: "I have never seen these Sambas before but if there was only one pair produced then that's obviously why.
"Collectors are always on the look out for limited releases.
"When a rare pair become available there is usually quite a buzz generated.
"Therefore if these are a sample and only one pair was ever produced then I'm sure the same kind of buzz will occur if the right people know about it."
The Samba is one of Adidas's best-selling models and was first produced in the 1950s for footballers to train in icy conditions and indoors.
It's renowned for its bold colours, classic design and standard 'three stripe' design.
The cult footwear are especially popular in Liverpool and were picked as one of the top 11 vintage trainers in 2014.
The shoes eventually sold for £2,800 on the auction site - just £200 short of the seller's estimate.
Let's hope the buyer likes them as returns are not accepted.