Stihl 090 fake? Things to avoid?

[Joshua Tabora]

Came across this add on FB marketplace:

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/743457245987416/

Seller claims that saw was a barn find, and that the starter cover, ignition coil and trigger are aftermarket, but that he has the originals. He send a video of the saw running as well. Thoughts? What questions should I be asking?

 

[pioneerguy600]

The saw looks well used so the state of the piston and cylinder would be my main concern with a saw that old, if it runs at all that`s a bonus as most would need new fuel related bits and a carb cleaning +rebuild. If the body is not all cracked or broken then that `s another plus, looks fair for the asking price these days.