See link, I saw this and observed a chip exactly the same as on onr I purchased last week from Sandwich in Kent.
The shop sold a couple of the guys instruments as he wasn't paying rent.
Now 'my' bass is for sale from some person in Sandwich.
Sounds like he might be pulling a fast one so suggest if you follow this, to offer collection in person. Maybe he has two?!
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/313157906739