Ebay non-binding vehicle auction vs deposit

I recently sold a vehicle on Ebay – the listing specified $1000 deposit in a 48hr time frame (it was NOT specified as non-refundable). I agreed to take $500 deposit within the specified timeframe due to buyer financial issues covering shipping costs for the vehicle. Buyer sent it via PayPal almost immediately. Roughly 24 hrs later the buyer changed his mind and now wants $500 deposit back (minus PayPal fee) threatening to sue me for it. I am possibly liable for up to $150 in “successful listing” fees that Ebay may/may not refund so I am refusing the refund until I get an answer from them.

-Do I have any right to keep the deposit in whole or part of it to recover my damages?
-If he sues me, will it for sure go to Nebraska small claims court? (Buyer is based in Virginia).
-Can I counter-sue him for damages preventing me from possibly selling truck to another buyer? If I win said suit, can it be enforced in Virginia?
-If I am successful in my defense in Nebraska, can I force him to pay my legal fees?

Caveat…
Ebay’s auctions for vehicles and real estate are listed as non-binding contracts as per their policy.

 

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