+2
$250 is too much for an SLT 12.2 unless it's in TRUE mint condition (brand new, never ridden.) I would put one in the $150 range around here in good workable condition.
Agreed, this is not a bike I would use as *the* bike for the next 35 years, I feel like there are a lot of better choices out there. If you're really planning to keep it that long, I'd recommend coughing up the dough for a nice Trek 520 or similar true touring bike.