For this reason I’ve always hired a van and collected my machines no matter who the seller or where they are in the UK. I did an 8 hour round trip for a machine earlier this year and I’ve gone further (Isle of man once) It’s just piece of mind for me. Not just to have the opportunity to check a machine over but I’m happier knowing that I can grab a machine and bring it home quick so its not sat in a couriers van or lockup for X amount of days / weeks where it is susceptible to damage.
Collecting yourself you also get to meet the seller and often have a bit of a chinwag about the hobby and sometimes even a brew and chance to play their other machines
Any condition discrepancies (if there are any) can be discussed there and then.
Whilst I appreciate some people don’t always have time for a road trip to collect a machine these machines cost serious money so I’d encourage anyone to make the time as it’s the safest way to buy - not only is it in your interest but also the sellers as to avoid any headaches down the road. Whenever I sell a machine I always welcome and try to encourage a face to face.
I hope you both manage to come to an amicable agreement on how to deal with the discrepancies …I’m sure you will.