So this LUNATIC emails me back and says that it is people like ME and US collectors driving the prices up on games  
Oh - HOW does he come to that conclusion you ask - OK.....

He says it is because we buy them , and ( wait for this ) .............fix them up and restore them  
OMG I think I have found my new best mate in the industry  
I have a special knack for bringing out the best in people