I'm looking for a cheap cash car ($4000 or so) and started looking on craigslist.
I wrote to a few listings asking where the car was located and when I could come look at it. (The prices were pretty much too good to be true)
These are some of the replies I've received.
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Hello,
I`m Sgt. Carlos Arellano. You have to know that the 2004 Honda Accord EX Automatic I am selling is 100% working and great looking, no flaws or dents, no scratches or any kind of damage. The title is clear. It has 84,456 miles. The VIN# is 1HGCM66584A042084. This vehicle engine runs very, very smooth. No electrical problems on this beauty. This detailed vehicle makes the exterior looks like it just came off the assembly line.
Options
CD player Sunroof Leather seats Safety features
Side airbags Passenger airbag Driver airbag Anti-lock brakes
Power Options Air conditioning Power windows Power seats
Power locks Cruise control
Here are the pics of the car :
http://s464.photobucket.com/albums/rr4/2004hondacaa/
(if the above link does not work copy and paste it into a new web browser window)
As I know that my current situation is pretty special I want the deal closed only through eBay's Buyer Protection Program in order for you to be 100% protected. You will make the payment to eBay and they will hold the money until you receive the car. ONLY AFTER you receive the car and inspect it (for 10 days) eBay will release the payment to me; in this way we are both protected. Anyway i am sure that if you won`t be satisfied with the car i will surely find another buyer in your area and there will be no need for you to ship the car back.
I am located in London,United Kingdom and I was sent here to improve the military relationships between our country and United Kingdom. One month ago, my wife moved here with me and brought the car with her, but now we have to sell it back in the United States because In order to be able to register this car here, I would have to pay very high import/custom taxes. My final price on it is $ 2920. If you will take it for this price, I am willing to handle the shipping. It will be shipped from here by plane with US Air Military Cargo so it will not cost me anything. You will get it to the nearest airport in your area and then it will be trucked forward to your place. You will receive the car in about 4 days. Please get back to me asap if you decide to buy, and include in your e-mail your full name and address where you want it shipped so I can start the deal with eBay. You will receive all the transaction payment and shipping details from them.
Thank you, and have a nice day,
Sgt. Carlos Arellano
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This was in response to "how many miles does this car have on it?"
Next one, in response to question "Where is this car located and what's a good time to come by and see it?"
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Hy there. Thank you for the interest in my car. As you have seen from the post, the car is in excellent condition. Anyway, here are other pictures:
http://s391.photobucket.com/albums/o...ONDA%20ACCORD/
Mileage is 74,864 and I can send you the Carfax to prove it. The title is clear and free of liens. The car has an automatic transmission and it's very easy to drive even for a beginner. The price is so low because I really need the money as soon an possible due to some personal problems.
The deal will be handled by eBay trough their eBay Vehicle Purchase Program, because it's faster, and offers both of us protection.
If you are still interested please let me know so we can move further.
Thanks
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I wasn't aware that carfax had up to date odometer readings of all the cars in America, but I guess I was wrong. I'm also not sure how Ebay is faster than me showing up at your doorstep with cash. Who knew?
I've got half a dozen of these replies, it's pretty crazy. I guess there is a loophole or something in Ebay's car purchase program that allows these people to rip someone off.
Caveat Emptor