Originally Posted by
trivia42
I recently ran across an add on CL that was completely generic for a singer with a phone number and "text for pics". I texted with the usual questions (Does it sew, serial number, basic history). I got back a text that said "I texted you pics when I listed it last march. You said it was a 66". Seriously, why didn't you put that in the ad when you reposted? I would have saved my time.
I also try not to buy from antique dealers who don't sew or anyone who is so proud of grandma's machine that they won't negotiate.
Just my .02
I just figure those are some sort of scam and don't even contact the seller. If you have pics, put them in the ad.