BEST sites - buying used high end gear


Hey all - what are the best internet sites for buying used high end equipment? Has anyone here done it and how do you know to trust someone with that much $$ being exchanged? All advice appreciated... -baz
bazmataz
Audiogon! Of all the sites, www.audioshopper.com,www.audioreview.com and rec.audiomarketplace, I have had the quickest responses when posting here. Unless you use some sort of escrow service, there are no guarantees. its always good to speak to the person over the phone. it can give you a feeling of who you are dealing with
Audiogon.com is great site. Have sold a number of items without a problem - and fairly quickly and at price asked
This is the best site I have found. Do C.O.D or paypal.com. At least you will have some proof of the deal. I haven't had any problems yet. I'm always buying and selling. And a real good thing to do is buy from people who have done business with others already and have good feedback. At least you will know that it isn't someone who got a user name just to rip you off.
Hi Baz..: The best audio site? You're already in it. In the last few months I've put together a second system by buying used components/wires, and I think 8 out of 9 have been through Audiogon. I've also sold twice through Audiogon. All of my audiogon transactions have been smooth and very positive. Highly recommended. I suppose there are always a few bad apples though.