Is this worth it?

**justyn725** · 08-05-2008, 01:29 AM

Saw this on craigslist and was wondering if you thought this was worth it? I currently have the tanks in my signature. Here is a picture of what this guy is selling for $30 as well as a short description.

10 gallon fish tank, hood with light, fish food, cleaning equipment, filter + extra cartridges, plus fully submergible tank heater – used for about 2 months. $30.00

**YaYgoldFish** · 08-05-2008, 01:31 AM

Not a bad deal.. depends on what kind of filter and heater brands. But if i were looking for a 10g hecto tank id buy it.

**justyn725** · 08-05-2008, 01:32 AM

Problem is...he won't really give me much information besides the picture...

**YaYgoldFish** · 08-05-2008, 01:34 AM

Id go over and check for scratches and cracks, also ask if you can fill it up with water before buying it, shouldnt be a problem if the tank is in good condition.

But if you arent satisfied with this guy, you can always wait a bit. 10g tanks are often given away or sold for abbout 15 bucks where i live. You could ask a lfs (not chain stores) for used 10g tanks, theyl sometimes make you a deal.

**Sounguru** · 08-05-2008, 01:35 AM

I'd hit freecycle first I have seen better deals on craiglist than that you just have to watch and be ready to move. I have seen 55 an biger for less that 100 with stands... When people get desperate they dump tanks cheap. Right now there is a gal giving away 2 60+ tanks on seattle craiglist if you go get them.

**justyn725** · 08-05-2008, 01:36 AM

I do have freecycle...sucks to be from a pretty small city though.

**Sounguru** · 08-05-2008, 01:37 AM

I would say not I'm in a rural area and all I did was sign up for the 4 closest counties and I'm sitting on 13 tanks in under 8 days...

read this entire thread it is a running journal of my Freecycle adventure...

Why I love Freecycle.

**Gemini** · 08-05-2008, 01:41 AM

I'd get it! But I would wonder why he won't give out much further info...

**justyn725** · 08-05-2008, 01:46 AM

It seems like he is really busy...he is selling everything he owns on craigslist.

**GouramiGal** · 08-05-2008, 01:56 PM

Going over to take a look and check for leaks is good advice. Why not go over and check it out? You don't *have to* get it if you don't want to.

Also, are there any local churches that have rummage sales? I've gotten 2 small tanks that way for less than $5 or so total! (And it included gravel and bottles of water conditioner, stress coat, etc.)