Thanks for the additional comments - I am (was?) thinking of buying the rifle (there are not many nice 03's that come up for sale in the UKfor a 'reasonable' price (not that this price is that reasonable at an asking of £1000)).
I am aware of the issues with the 'early' receiver's, but don't have the expertise to spot the other issues like the stock, sight etc.
Still haven't received the other pictures yet and will post when I get them