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Wouldn't worry, everything I type sounds sarcastic.
And yeah, things are hard at times. When I buy from people I strongly prefer doing so in person as then I can inspect something and make that yes/no decision before I leave. It's always very hard to dispute something after the transaction, especially if you don't dispute it immediately. Ultimately you end up relying on the goodwill of the seller, but that's a weak position to be in.
Thanks for your input @Velocio. (How does one type that without it sounding sarcastic?).
If there had been full disclosure about the condition I would have made a lower offer. I've also been pretty fair about the offers I made to help him resell the frame or adjust the price.
I've asked for £30 and will be happy to leave it at that if he can live with that.