Scavenger Hunt Deal of the Year: Thwarted.

Unfortunate circumstance over the weekend. The Craigslist post read:

Date: 2008-02-22, 11:29AM CST

Very useful, over sized two piece filing cabinet (upper and lower stacking pieces). Heavy duty. Perfect for blueprints, posters, artwork, collections. Top unit is 46 1/2" wide; 35 1/2" deep and 16" high with five drawers.
Bottom unit is 46 1/2" wide; 35 1/2" deep and 21" high with three drawers. Van, pick up truck or SUV needed for pick up in Wheaton.

$30 OBO.

Okay, so my "Or Best Offer" was "I will pay you more than you're asking." I sent this email to her twice. These flat files go from anywhere from $550-$1,200 every day of the week. Her email response...

Sorry. I already sold.

Ugh! So close...