Sorry to hear this Tommy, that sure is a bummer.
I think you might be right, and he was disappointed by the price it brought...because his reasons are way off.
As far as Customs Duties goes, it is hardly his problem.
Thanks Jan, he should have put a reserve on it. I have purchased 17 steam engines and 12 accessories from
Germany, the UK, and Australia and have never been hit with duties or import fees. Oh well, he's on my list.