What's up with that?

I too wish that had not been removed.

Good Question maybe audiogon will post a reason.

I think the reason is clear. The new powers that be do not want members bypassing the Audiogon transaction system and thereby bypassing their cut of the selling price. It was unfortunately inevitable once they added on a fee based on selling price.

putting your email in the message is not that difficult, I do it all the time.