Jointer Pricing question

[Jon Stinson]

What would be a good counter offer price for this jointer?

http://huntsville.craigslist.org/tls/1345545349.html

Considering new G0586 (http://grizzley.com/outlet/8-Jointer-w-2-HP-Motor/G0586) has a better motor, another knife, and longer beds, but is $200 more plus shipping?

Thanks

Jon

[Philip Rodriquez]

I'd go new. With that said, I'm sure the seller would be willing to negotiate.

Also, make sure you have the equipment to check it out and make sure the tables are okay.

[Cliff Rohrabacher]

When dealing with total strangers I do one of two things:
1.) If I am happy with the price - AND I really want the item - I just pay it.
2.) If I dont know the seller and am not hard up for the item I will offer a lot less, maybe half.

[Jeremy Brant]

I paid 375 for the same jointer (lever adjustment rather than handwheels) a few months ago. It was in good shape and all it needed was a new set of blades. I see that he's got a spare set of blades with the one you're looking at, but I picked up new blades from this place that are real nice and priced right: www.globaltooling.com (http://www.globaltooling.com).

[Jon Stinson]

Thanks guys, but it's already been sold

[Rick Fisher]

When I sold my 6" Delta X Jointer.. The guy made me an offer.. So I said .. " I may take that offer, I will let you know "..

He said " what do you mean ?? " ..

I said " I have 2 other guys coming today, waiting for a call.. if they dont take it, or offer less, I will call you and take the offer.. that way, it will still be sold today "..

Lol..

The guy just pulled out the money and paid the price..