Yep. A few years ago I saw a Martin D45 on Gumtree for £700. Absolutely immaculate. Seller was in London area and I asked seller if one of my mates if he could view it on my behalf. Seller goes quiet on me for a day or so then pops up to say guitar is now, magically, on way to family home in Orkney. No problem, I tell him, I can catch a cheap flight up, view guitar and pay cash,
*Crickets*