I'm looking to buy this set, its a 5 pc ludwig, black w/ a silver snare, its in good condition, i dunno the exact model.  comes with sabian crash and ride, and a sabian hi hat. wants 400 for it.  is that a good deal??  what do u guys think???

 
I think Ludwig has a little bit better drums at entry level than other brands. But if the cymbals are only B8 (not speaking of Solar, of course), they won't sound too good for me. But if, by accident, it should be a vintage kit that someone has just drawn out of the loft and wants to get rid of it, it really may be a deal. Try to find out more about it, as the black colour with a silver snare (is it a steel snare, for example?) is not really enough information.
 

If you're just starting out, it's probably a good deal.  You don't need pro quality drums and cymbals as a beginner.  Nothing wrong at all with having pro quality, but you certainly don't need it early on.

You say the set is in good condition.  Make sure that's because of the condition of the drums and hardware - and not because the heads are clean or un-scuffed.  Make sure the finish is in good shape, the hardware works (no stripped or missing screws or other parts), nothing rattles.  That kind of thing.

Have fun - good luck.