from my experience, most of the flakes on craigslist are the buyers. i have gotten some awesome deals on craigslist. i got a 100 gallon 5 foot long acrylic, stand, 2 ac 110, 1 magnum 350, 4 powerheads, three heaters, and a box of extra supplies including a python for 300. i got a 55 with stand and everything including fish, ie 8 inch jd, 8 inch bp, 4 inch african leaf fish, and a 12" bgk. all for 200. i recently saw a six foot 125 for 250 with stand and everything. there are always good deals if you keep an eye open.