What can one reasonably expect to pay for a good, serviceable AR ?
Well, before tonight you could build a new base level for $650-$700. Good used for not much different unless shot out, but you can spend quite a bit more depending on a world of options.
I paid 1,100. Though it was a higher end one. Not sure on current prices either, this was quite some time ago.
The new one I want is about 2,600. I guess that puts it in perspective.