It's not far from me either but I currently have a surplus. The fingerboard separation is putting me off too. Pretty sure the same seller has a Hohner B2 headless up for sale as well.
Thanks for the heads up, it's well used but very serviceable for £25
Collection was an interesting experience too - the chap selling it was Kosheen creator Markee Ledge.
I once did a pub gig where I had no choice but to use the main act's bass rig. I was told in no uncertain terms not to touch the settings at all which I wouldn't have minded as much if it hadn't been a Hiwatt amp with a grand total of 5 controls!
My 'sour grapes' as you describe them are to do with the fact that I was sold a bass described as new with no reference to the true facts as to it's origin. I feel deliberately misled and am trying to help others from the same fate.
Absolutely, it is deliberate deceit in fact.
I am one of those who left positive feedback - being at the time unaware of the existence of these models from Thomann. Had I been aware I would have returned the bass.