thanks again John, I've received a reply from them, where they very clearly state that they are not liable for any damage in transit. Now ebay, with all its many faults, does refund. I recently received a full, including postage, refund for a minor, repairable, damaged in transit model shipped via their global shipping program. Refund also applies if it is lost in the post. Considering the vagaries of international shipping I prefer to take the safest course. But again, thanks.
too too cool...............Thanks for letting me know Geoff..
.....ebay definitely favors the buyer.......I had intended to photo the sliding platform feature on the waste truck today......but then I got distracted by a cute dog and used up my photo budget
edit:the aforementioned platform