Jerry is probably right... I can't remember the last time I saw a really beat-up Paramount on eBay! Another example of the utility of eBay in our hobby that has nothing to do with buying or selling. It's just an interesting snapshot of what's out there, trend in condition, components etc.
And as I've said before, the US remains the best place to find quality lightweights in fine, original shape... those in the UK and Europe were apt to actually be ridden and hard, altered over the years, repainted etc. Some of the warhorses you see on eBay UK are amazing.
Peter Kohler
Washington DC USA