there needs to be more of these "seller stories" posted here on this forum. one, it's great info on how people are trying to buy and sell bikes, and 2, it's really interesting. like reality tv, seller posting high, buyer trying to talk him down. compromises made both ways. sadly, there is usually not a final post to wrap it all up. maybe that kind of thing exists on the forum somewhere, but interesting bike story nonetheless. good luck getting all you can for it.