Actually, the owner responded to me right away - although the reply was just urging me to make an offer and that she would respond to all offers. I do think however that as much as I might want that machine, I am not sure I can justify those prices - especially when you consider shipping as well. At the risk of sounding unreasonable however, if people have already been offering her over
$1,000, then we have no business laughing at people who offer crappy washers on e-bay for ridiculous prices. Most do not understand why we like any washers in the first place, so how the average person discern collectible from junk?
Also, while I appreciate these things (and would offer up to a certain amount), I am not all that sure I always agree with these prices - just trying to keep a perspective on value. But everyone defines value differently.