I don't know what his bottom dollar is on the buggy, but yeah, he will take less than he was originally asking. Like KC said, make him an offer. In case you are wondering, Alan shortened the chassis and made the pan for him . . . and again, it's not thin sheet metal, this is thick, heavy guage steel and it's done right. The body isn't much to look at right now, but it's on a SOLID foundation.
Add a windshild frame and roll bar, some lights and a speedo, bolt an engine on it, do a little sanding and spray some paint at it . . . If you're willing to put the work into it, it could be a really nice buggy from not a whole lot of money.