Why do I see more Vandersteen model 3s vs model 2s for sale?

really IMO just about any speaker does well in a real and irregular room, breaks up nodes, etc...
i had both 3A-Sig, then 5a and now 7 in a combo living room with wide entry into a shared dining space which is open to kitchen, valulted ceiling is 16’ plus in places, basic listening room is 16’ x 16’
i do have a 12’ window to contend with on the left channel first reflection point - strategic placent of a high back chair helps - the bottom line is great sound with 3a and up
i think you should go see Victor and Bob in Tacoma ...they have a Bardo, take the Daft Punk
i am another 30 minutes North, welcome to visit if I am around....
have fun

I have three turntables .... bring it on!

I agree with tomic in that there really is no reason not to enjoy most speakers (if they are good) in any room. I think some speakers get "moved on" prematurely, without spending the necessary time to test placements. It can be frustrating, but rewarding.

Part of my problem is of my own making. I have two sets of speakers. The second set, going through a crossover update are Miller & Kreisel S-1B satellites that give me another musical option. The Vandies are great for everything, and honestly, if such a speaker exists, I can't afford it. But my Sansui BA-3000 is fully restored and took over a year. I'm not letting it go, but it doesn't give me the sound two Parasound amps give me, so the M&K speakers are the only way I can fit cool vintage speakers into my room without causing problems. That said, I have found one good placement of my 3A's using the Third's placement which brings them out into the room in a way, I won't be able to move the S-1B's around. 

@bstat, 
I think Mr. V. and dealers like John Rutan understand that not all of us can afford to buy new.
When I had some questions and called Vandersteen, Mr. V. called back the next day to offer guidance. He even called back the following day to see if I had rectified the problem- All this, knowing I had bought my speakers used.
And, Johnny has provided so much good info, as well, without any sales pitch.
A very reputable company with equally reputable distributors.
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There's not a lot of audio pioneers like that. It's a testament for his love of what he does, and the fact he cares about his customers getting enjoyment out of his efforts.

I have to say the same for Richard Schram of Parasound. I have a pair of his older amps, but he is good about responding to questions I have had in the past. I could mention Ken Kreisel as well ...  

Yes, the older guys were like that for the most part.  Mark Levinson couldn't do that since he never designed anything.  Tom C did all of that and Mark marketed and sold the stuff, lol.