Another model that is ridiculously overinflated! I just missed one that went for 350$ Offered him 500 but he was honest and respected the first offer rule. So No worries.

Throttle is correct,
Sad face should be correct From Model 1 up until Model 4 Auto.
That toe guard is Special, Not Rotomo.
Fuel tap could be either early Roto or Cigar.

Ive seen 3 sell recently by private sale,and all have been under 400$

Yes they are rare, but cashed up buyers on Thievebay are over inflating prices and putting them out of reach.

In comparison, The rarer Model 1 and transitional 2s are currently running at below 50% less.

There are also many replicas around, made up from parts and incorrect engines.

If you want one, be patient they are still around. If you want to spend 1k, then make sure it has the correct engine, and every part is there.