I regularly buy and sell on CL, recent true story
Email as sent from interested buyer:
Fri, Sep 20, 11:12 AM (6 days ago)"Can you tell me what size the frame is?
For the frame size, what I'm looking for the measurement of the length of the frame tube that holds the seat. Sometimes it's printed somewhere on the bike, but sometimes you just have to measure. I'm looking for something in the 17"-18" range (43-47 cm).
Here's a picture of how to measure:
https://www.ebicycles.com/bicycle-to...d-bike/classic
Thanks,
Dave"
My Response:
"By chance, did you read the title of the Craigslist ad?
Cannondale M500 16" (medium)
Close but not quite what you’re looking for."It's amazing how many people don't even read the ads. It is my experience when selling, that if a buyer asks more than one question, there's a higher probability that a sale won't occur. It may be rude, but I generally let them know that the item offered is available and if they're seriously interested they should make arrangements to take a look and see if it meets their needs. I probably give up sales but time is a precious thing and I'm not about to have others waste my time and I try not to waste other people's time.