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Ive followed up on the phone scenario. The phone was bought through gumtree in good faith, as far as im aware its not stolen, the seller did mention something abt him getting a new phone through insurance, and that this was ecess to requirements. It is possible he has reported it lost, which means the phone company would automatically block it. Its possible. However im now stuck with it. Ive been offered £200 for it by several phone shops who say its worth that for spare parts. I could simply sell it to them and cut my losses. The bulk of my money would be recovered. If i took it abroad and sold it i think from what ive heard i could get at least 400 for it minimum!
Ive had enough of it to be honest, I just want to buy a new one, this time from a shop, but we shall see!!!