Using paypal for local pickup

Op
I really am not sure why you keep trying to pick up obscure means around this issue when there have been at least THREE totally safe and secure options presented to you in this thread already by various members.
Good luck

If you picking up you would want to wait to pay till you have seen and tested the items.
Imho of course.

Don't sweat it OP, it's not that complicated, just use friends option in PayPal and it is a done deal.

I have done this but was paid as friends and family so that negates the possibility of buyer making that claim.

OP
I already explained the way round that one in the very first post.
Once paid by friends and family there are no claims...…...

Why would you use paypal for a local pickup? The buyer should pay you with cash!

Agreed but I have been in same situation.
I went to look at a sub at a local craigslist sale and I knew the area was not the best in town so I did not want to carry cash.
So I went , looked, listened and then asked if he was ok with PayPal as friends and family.
I think he understood....lol
Did the deal which is instant and all were happy.
So there are situations that merit it in todays age.

I have done this but was paid as friends and family so that negates the possibility of buyer making that claim.
And cuts out the fees to boot.
However not really something I would make a habit of or recommend.