I know this is silly, and I know that many of you have had this happen. But this the first time for me.
I spent 3 long years getting together all the parts needed to put together a NOS Alan Record. All super record parts, everything on the bike NOS! I needed some cash about a month ago, so I had to sacrifice one of my "ladies". I put it up for auction on Ebay and sold it to a guy. He busted my balls about making sure that I packed it correctly "so I would not damage this beautiful bike"- Low and behold, I see the thing parted up on Ebay today. I got such a pit in my stomach! He is even lying saying that it was a demo bike that was in a shop.
I know that this is common, but it feels like someone took one of my children and parted out their organs! OK, I know that is stretching it a bit. I just feel betrayed. Oh well, I had to get it off my chest- hopefully you guys/gals can empathize with me.
I will go and cry in the corner,
Chuck Schlesinger
San Diego, CA