Does it matter that it is a 2005?

[7rider]

They carry Orbea (he rides an 06 Orca) and he says $750 off is a great deal. Not much has changed in the last few years on this bike.

That's the important thing....are the '05's radically different geometry vs. the '06 or '07's? Have they changed the ride characteristics significantly? Sounds like not. Have you been able to ride the '05? If you like the ride, like the bike, and like the deal, there's nothing wrong with buying NOS ("new old stock"). It's a great way to get a deal on a great bike.