Originally Posted by
5cagm
Well you must live in an awesome market then. I think that the $200 asking price for the prelude, if actually in good condition, ready to ride, and the right size, is fair market value where I am. You're lucky to have found the deals you did but that doesn't mean that someone else who is looking for something to ride should hold out for a miracle deal like the ones you found. That being said I agree with some of the other posters that this guy seems like a sketchball.
Nope...I just don't buy bike from a crook. The key is patience. Keep about $50 cash in your wallet. Best deal is garage sale @ an expensive or well-established neighborhood. Strike a good conversation with the seller. Also wait till the end of the day where the owner is more likely to unload the bike at any price.
Too much visibility at CL, Fleabay, or this site.