Ultimate GEM Newt?

[ariefm71]

For less than $4k this seems like a great deal: https://www.astrobuysell.com/uk/propview.php?view=150914

Of course I’ll need another $4k for an EQ8 or similar

[Wavytone]

I’d suggest make him an offer for the important bits but leave out the tube itself on the basis you assemble one for yourself locally, ie
- mirror and mirror cell,
- secondary mirror and spider,
- focusser.

The rest isn’t worth shipping.

[FrancoRodriguez]

Just be thoughtful as to whether you trust international delivery with such a bulky piece of equipment. You'd be surprised how roughly parcels are sometimes treated! Furthermore, with classified ads there isn't anyone to risk getting a bad reputation if they send something broken or dodgy and don't reimburse/fix.
Good luck with your purchase...sometimes a little risk is the spice of life