How Can I tell the age of this stove?

[Phishfinder]

I did manage to find a little black intrepid that looks to be in good shape on Kijiji. I understand, though, that there was a period when the VC stoves were not so good. How would I tell the timeframe of the stove?

The seller provided the number A680428C from the "backplate" and here is the link

(broken link removed to http://www.kijiji.ca/v-fireplace-firewood/owen-sound/vermont-castings-wood-stove/1213659047)

Any ideas?

Thanks in advance for any help!

 

[defiant3]

Beautiful Intrepid manufactured between 1983 and 1987. Grab it you won't be sorry, though I don't know if $800.00 CAN is a good deal or not. Here, $800.00 US would be for one fully restored or in AWESOME condition.

 

[Phishfinder]

Thanks defiant! Going to have a look and see if he'll budge on the price

 

[Old puffer]

Only if the stove is in GREAT condition would I consider $600 USD. They are going to have to budge on that price unless it is what you want and need.