I've actually got some bargains on here (well, in my opinion anyway!) so it's not all bad but i certainly see your point Pete.
As for buyers paying the 'over the odds' asking price, surely it's the old case of "a record is worth what you're willing to pay for it".
Maybe there should be a feedback system for sellers and their version of record grading.
On that note, i would like to recommend Mark Bicknell. When he says something is "Super Clean", it "IS" Super Clean.
I would recommend this guy to anyone!! Top bloke to deal with.