At that price I should just buy one as its basically what I need although I'd like to try and make my own even though its gonna cost a load more in Columbus 29er
Buyer has just messaged me saying they’ve used the bike lots but...
Wear and tear or parts failing under new ownership is not the sellers responsibility in my opinion, as long as it worked as it should when it was sold which it sounds like it was.
After a test ride, I'd say you're definitely buying as seen and squeaky brakes are an annoyance but not a problem.
Fork soft? Sus fork? Suspension needs servicing and maintenance. If you buy used suspension which hasn't recently been serviced, you should expect it to need doing very soon.
I'm not going mad, I'm sure of it