Timehoc you better change your username or you will get slammed with spam! A 1998 stumpjumper for $450, that is too much in my book. You could get a brand new Hardrock Comp Disc for 50 or 100 more dollars. However it has been repeated over and over, ride it, if it's comfortable jump all over it. However I think you will have some remorse later if you buy the used bike you speak of.