Even if the friend story was true , which it isn't , it's not your problem.
Have you initiated PayPal dispute yet? Because if he closes his account, he's gone along with your money. When you start the dispute, it means he can't close his pp and also they will hold any funds he has in there to cover your dispute .
You got a frame in poor condition expecting one in ok condition, you're not being unreasonable, the seller sounds like a top tosser.
Even if the friend story was true , which it isn't , it's not your problem.
Have you initiated PayPal dispute yet? Because if he closes his account, he's gone along with your money. When you start the dispute, it means he can't close his pp and also they will hold any funds he has in there to cover your dispute .
You got a frame in poor condition expecting one in ok condition, you're not being unreasonable, the seller sounds like a top tosser.