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Old 08-09-21, 03:52 PM
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Originally Posted by sdn40
$100 - We texted back and forth talking about the frame and components etc. I said I'd take it and scheduled to drive up to get it. He messaged me saying "sorry I promised someone else they could see it first." I pretty much knew right away and that's when I flat out asked him. Granted he should have given me the chance to match, but he didn't know I'd call him out on it
That's a bummer. The guy that beat you out got a sweet old machine. The cranks and the XTR front der are strong signs that this was a high-0end machine in its prime, and is still probably a very good ride.
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