Shipping cost is crazy these days. I asked a seller in Florida for shipping an SACD player which weighs 32lb to Michigan, and it was $150. Actually the quote was from the shipping calculator provided by US Audio Mart. I offered $50 for shipping via UPS, but it was rejected. I can't imagine how much it will be for a pair of speakers which weigh 100lb each. From coast to coast, it will be at least $200 each. And there is a danger of shipping damage. Even shipped with the original box with a full insurance, the shipping company will not accept the claim. That happened to my Tyler Linbrook signature systems speakers. FedEx rejected the damage claim due to lack of protection from the original shipping box.
Local pick up only…
I am seeing more and more ads specifically for speakers where the seller is accepting local pick up ONLY. As much as I understand why this could be very convenient for the seller, it definitely limits the buyer options. Sure the shipping prices are getting higher but, is this where the used market classifieds are heading?