When I see speakers with scratches I wonder why/how they got that way. Improperly cared for. Were they mistreated in other ways? Especially expensive speakers should have been cared for but the scratches show neglect.
When buying used speakers are cosmetics important to you?
I have an opportunity to buy a pair of used Totem Element Metal speakers that retail at $20k for $5k. They are flawless from a performance perspective but have cosmetic imperfections such as surface scratches that are not visible from the listening position, thus the price.
How important are cosmetics to your purchase of used speakers?