The price is right. The problem with 3000's is that the battery is around vital components and there is a layer of traces between the mb.
From my experience. Surface damage where the mb coating is gone and looks nasty is better than seeing very minor damage. The acid had to go somewhere. The failure rate for hidden damage is higher than what you can't see.
Sad to say but every 3000 I have come across has had battery damage. Most things can be repaired but you will have to learn how to solder and read a schematic. I prefer the west Chester builds over the Hong Kong ones.
