Evil Bay Sucks!

[3macs1]

Just something to think about. This guy does not have or didnot have the profile of someone taking money and not delivering the goods. He had over 900 positive feedbacks prior to his account being suspended and was a good member for over 4 years.Have you contacted e-bay, completed the forms and seen what possible insurance coverage you may have with your payment method etc.I had this happen twice and both times got at least a portion of my money back.
One sounds very familiar to your situation the guy had no previous issues but never shipped my item nor could I contact him.In all fairness I found out later his account was suspended because he passed away.I was calling him a dick also but the poor )*(((*&^ was dead.
Don't wait to start the process with e-bay , paypal your credit card company etc since you don't have a lot of time after the close of the auction to do so.
Give it a shot then at least you may see some money back.
Good Luck Joe