I would let everybody know what happened and who he is. If he sells something again, let any buyers know your experience with him. Crappy deal man, it makes you wonder if you were standing face to face making a purchase, if it would have went down the same way. With your size Bill, I'm guessing NO. Some people like to hide behind thier computer.
1967 Firebird: 326ci, Holley 670cfm street avenger, RPM intake, Headmann headers, HEI