Also, looking at his previous auctions for the vintage Martin, he is encouraging local pickup. I think if that's the case, he shouldn't have a problem with someone picking up the film in person as well. Scammers don't usually meet you in person.
But I do agree with what has been said, the seller is not making things easy. He could be sitting on a small fortune and his responsiveness, or lack thereof, is mind boggling.
Oh, and that bingo ball auction may just make me rethink everything.
