Is it just me?

if you really want a particular item you will follow up and ask for any info or pics you feel is omitted in the original post - it is actually easier than belly-aching on a forum such as this

different sellers have different experience levels and different degrees of ocd... many sellers are more elderly, not necessarily tech savvy

end of the day, it is about the seller’s record, their reliability

i have bought audio components and cars with minimal details, sight unseen, no proof of condition needed ... sometimes when you know someone personally or by reputation, and that person is clearly is a quality person and careful loving owner, that is all that matters

I stopped buying online from private individuals years ago. I bought a pair of Spendors from an Audiogon member. He forgot to include the spikes. I emailed him and he sent the spikes in a regular paper envelope with no padding or plastic wrap. I received an empty torn envelope and informed him. He went ballistic, cursing and threatening me for no reason other than advanced mental illness. I will only buy used from a reputable dealer after that experience.

I stopped buying online from private individuals years ago. I bought a pair of Spendors from an Audiogon member. He forgot to include the spikes. I emailed him and he sent the spikes in a regular paper envelope with no padding or plastic wrap. I received an empty torn envelope and informed him. He went ballistic, cursing and threatening me for no reason other than advanced mental illness. I will only buy used from a reputable dealer after that experience.

@stereo5 

As far as showing the inside of the electronics, why?

I did say vintage. What I meant is when they say perfect order and the caps are 50 years old, or they say refurbished but don't show the work done under the hood. No offence intended.
Case in point.

I bought several cars without looking under the hood.   What am I, as a non-mechanic, going to see there that I can evaluate?