Hey,
I don't realy think that $30 for 2gb player is too much. I've got a quotation from china manufacturer with also 2gb and 1,8" player for $32,5 (33,5 for sample) (it's different but nice and new design too). So if he buy a lot from there, he could get good price.
I don't want to say now, that he is not an ebay scammer.
I bought an mp4 2gb player from him, and will let You know if he's realy 2gb or not. Believe me or not but if he is a scammer i will be first person who will give him negative feedback with 'nice' description
And of course send You some info on phorum what is going on.
Best regards,
Martin