Biglmbass: How fast those Remington 700 LVSF's in 221 Remington Fireball sold could be debated - but what can NOT be debated is that they ALL sold!
EVERY last one of them.
And those rare little Rifles are often eagerly sought after in many circles - including mine!
The 221 Remington Fireball in a Rifle is a VERY useful, fun and handy rig - I know I have two of them.
In very good condition that Remington 700 LVSF with Leupold 3x9 variable scope I think (based on my experiences and observations of recent) is worth more than $750.00!
In fact I would much rather have the Remington 700 LVSF in 221 Remington Fireball with Leupold 3x9 scope than a 1977 vintage Ruger #1-B in 25/06 (with no scope)!
In my opinion/experience the folks selling the #1 I think are "high-balling" their Rifle and "low-balling" the original posters!
I would keep looking and keep the LVSF.
Best of luck to you which ever way you decide to go.
Hold into the wind
VarmintGuy