Originally posted by sulhan
Hieee.....
I think its advisable to go there first, check the camera. Open the film compartment. See if the film rails (parallel silvery part above and below the shutter) sow any wearing or bad film deposit.
Use these factors to justify as weak points to bring the price lower. Check the Flash contact, if not shiny oso can use it as reason. See the lens mount - check if its really worn with lots of rub/sratch marks.....
I think he weould probably ask for somewhere 900 to 1100......bargain bargain bargain.....if he don't wanna move get out of the shop.
Come back another day later and qoute a lower price - mabbe say the Price of the 800si brand new is very cheap and you may get the 800si 1st hand instead.....of the 2nd Hand.....
I'm sure if you are a serious buyer.......he will try to accept your price......remember, any price 2nd hand shop qoute is 2x the price thay got from previous owner........
Try putting your 505si as a trade in...
juz a thought
Regards,
me