Be careful about stuff like that.

Im not Castaic historian, and there is an excellent chance its a legit bait. But its definitely just a painted baby bass, even if it was painted at Castaic's shop. Not worth whatever that clown was trying to get for it I'm sure.

Just remember that guys have successfully sold french fries, air, and sand on ebay for hundreds of dollars. Not saying this is the same thing...but skepticism is good.