That bike normally sells for $300 with free shipping from Bikesdirect. You got it heavily discounted, because it was damaged, as are most of the Bikeisland bikes. You get what you pay for and there's no free lunch. Just pony up the $300 clams and get it new and in good conditiion from bd. Also, you have other choices, such as the Windsor Clockwork for the same price if you buy from them. It's pretty hard to find anything decent new for under $250.