gwpeacock said..
Thanks for that, I've actually found some gear but after someone to check it out for me and let me know the condition of it. As the guy selling it doesn't know much about it I can't get much info.
Ask him to take it out of the bag, pump it up and leave it sit for a hour so that he can check if it leaks or not (simple squeeze test)
While it's pumped up, get him to look for repairs/patches (they are easy to spot as they are usually different colour) and take some photos.
Most kites have serial numbers as well, so ask for photos of that and the bar and lines, get as many photos as possible and post them up here.
ur local kite shop may even give an approx. value, then make an offer. If it is hot, the rightful owner may lay claim to it if u post photos on here.
Caveat Emptor!