I hope I'm wrong, but I don't understand the logic in which the attempt to reduce stagnation in the classifieds will be accomplished by allowing fringe members to sell stuff.

I started a thread a few months ago about the fact that there were something like 10 great low priced razors for sale in the Classifieds that would be ideal for beginners. I think only one of them sold within the next week. That gave me the impression that there was a shortage of buyers at least as much as a shortage of sellers.

I don't mean any of my comments as a criticism and I have no alternative solutions to offer. I would like to see the Classifieds used more, particularly for beginners.
Maybe we could re-name it Beaten Puppy?
Flogged Cat?