So that I'm clear, the bass is in my posession at the moment, so until the time of purchase I do own it, it is only the price that I am being advised on. Thank you though for your help in letting me know this, as you can probably tell I'm new to the forum!
I don't think it is necessary to question why the price is being dropped so significantly either. This bass belonged to my late uncle who sadly passed away 16 months ago. Therefore my auntie asked me to help her by selling the bass, not minding about the proceeds but only that it could be out of her mind due to the sad circumstances. So much for the friendly community that I thought bass chat promised. I only hope that someone can appreciate the bass as much as my uncle did