Am I being played

I did a trade deal with a guy from another site in December. I sent him a 70 Cuda grill. He sent me his parts. We got them a day apart. I have probably did 20 trade deals. Some over a grand. My wife always says: Don’t do the deal unless u can afford to loose that much. Never have been screwed on a trade deal. I certainly can’t afford to loose a grand or not even $100.00. Kim
Smart wife.