The last bike I sold had 6 responses.
1) Women asking the right first question, will it fit? 19" frame is not right for a 5'2" person.
2) Flake- no show
3) Flake- no show
4) Found another bike, cancel
5) Offers $60 for a $125 bike
6) SALE! For asking price and she said thank you.
And a handful of folks who can get me a free Ipad. Including the CEO of Craigslist herself. Twice.
It's a free service. It works. Got me a good condition 27" wheelset (F&R) complete with tires for $25.00 today. Just used the search feature. Can't look too hard at a free anything.