UPDATE: read up on known car scams and this one turned out to be a classic, I got 3 of the same scam all on deals that were too good to be true (I did miss out on one legitimate deal on a 2005 Rio5 for $6,000 though
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here are the e-mails.
2002 Audi 1.8T for $3,500
"Price: 5000CAD.
First of all, please DO NOT REPLY to this e-Mail if you don't have the amount available, or if you don't intend to be serious.I am from Orlando, Florida.This is the second time I tried to sell the car. First time I tried eBay.
Because I always use 100% safe methods, I've sent the car through eBay Vehicle Protection Program to a buyer from Alaska.I paid all the shipping fees from my pocket and when eBay requested the payment to be made, the buyer refused to pay because they didn't have the full amount available.Now I have the car in eBay's hands and it's ready to be delivered to the next buyer.If you want to purchase it and only if you are a serious buyer then send me your complete name and address for shipping.The delivery time will be only 3 days and the car will be delivered at your home address full registered in your state and under your name."
and another 2005 GOLF for $2,600 was the same thing:
Thank you very much for your interest in my used Wolkswagen Golf V 1.6 FSI Alu 19''.
I live in England. The car is located in England, will be shipped in your country.
You don't have to pay additional taxes for this and the shipping costs will be covered by me. The reason that I want to sell my car is that I just moved in England...got married and I also found a good job here.
It's very hard for me to drive this car here because they have other regulations and this week I found a family car here which I want to buy it, an England model, but first I have to sell my car. I tried to sell it to a local dealer but they told me they cannot accept it in England because the wheel is on the left side.The car has been tested before sale.
The interior looks great and also the exterior. The vehicle is in good condition, has no technical damage at all, no scratches or dents, no hidden defects, no smoking. It's fun and robust to drive. Technical inspection and emissions testing is passed and stamped as well. It has title of ownership,cleared of any obligations or fees and comes with all the documents.
The car is now located at the shipping company warehouse in England and they will deliver the car directly to your door.
This is an extremely clean car inside and outside. This is a one owner vehicle that was locally driven and never raced.
If you are looking for an extremely fast and dependable car (this is what you are looking for) that is fun to drive you won't want to miss this unique opportunity.
If you need any further information please feel free to contact me. The price is $ 2.400 US
Sincerely,
Mak James
And again for a 2005 Civic DX for $5,000:
I'm from Richmond, Virginia.
How do you prefer to make this transaction?
I'll wait for your reply!
Best regards!
The car is located in Richmond, Virginia.
I offer free shipping if we will make this transaction through eBay Protection Program.
I prefer to use eBay Protection Program because is more secure and 100% safe for both.
Transaction process:
1. I'll send the car to eBay.
2. They will inspect it and will send you the notification and invoice with the payment details.
3. You will send the money on the eBay officer name.
4. They will confirm your payment and will delivery you the car in 3 days.
After you will receive and you will inspect it if all is ok then eBay will release the funds to me.
If you agree with the terms then send me your complete name and address and I'll ship you the car today."
here are the e-mails.
2002 Audi 1.8T for $3,500
"Price: 5000CAD.
First of all, please DO NOT REPLY to this e-Mail if you don't have the amount available, or if you don't intend to be serious.I am from Orlando, Florida.This is the second time I tried to sell the car. First time I tried eBay.
Because I always use 100% safe methods, I've sent the car through eBay Vehicle Protection Program to a buyer from Alaska.I paid all the shipping fees from my pocket and when eBay requested the payment to be made, the buyer refused to pay because they didn't have the full amount available.Now I have the car in eBay's hands and it's ready to be delivered to the next buyer.If you want to purchase it and only if you are a serious buyer then send me your complete name and address for shipping.The delivery time will be only 3 days and the car will be delivered at your home address full registered in your state and under your name."
and another 2005 GOLF for $2,600 was the same thing:
Thank you very much for your interest in my used Wolkswagen Golf V 1.6 FSI Alu 19''.
I live in England. The car is located in England, will be shipped in your country.
You don't have to pay additional taxes for this and the shipping costs will be covered by me. The reason that I want to sell my car is that I just moved in England...got married and I also found a good job here.
It's very hard for me to drive this car here because they have other regulations and this week I found a family car here which I want to buy it, an England model, but first I have to sell my car. I tried to sell it to a local dealer but they told me they cannot accept it in England because the wheel is on the left side.The car has been tested before sale.
The interior looks great and also the exterior. The vehicle is in good condition, has no technical damage at all, no scratches or dents, no hidden defects, no smoking. It's fun and robust to drive. Technical inspection and emissions testing is passed and stamped as well. It has title of ownership,cleared of any obligations or fees and comes with all the documents.
The car is now located at the shipping company warehouse in England and they will deliver the car directly to your door.
This is an extremely clean car inside and outside. This is a one owner vehicle that was locally driven and never raced.
If you are looking for an extremely fast and dependable car (this is what you are looking for) that is fun to drive you won't want to miss this unique opportunity.
If you need any further information please feel free to contact me. The price is $ 2.400 US
Sincerely,
Mak James
And again for a 2005 Civic DX for $5,000:
I'm from Richmond, Virginia.
How do you prefer to make this transaction?
I'll wait for your reply!
Best regards!
The car is located in Richmond, Virginia.
I offer free shipping if we will make this transaction through eBay Protection Program.
I prefer to use eBay Protection Program because is more secure and 100% safe for both.
Transaction process:
1. I'll send the car to eBay.
2. They will inspect it and will send you the notification and invoice with the payment details.
3. You will send the money on the eBay officer name.
4. They will confirm your payment and will delivery you the car in 3 days.
After you will receive and you will inspect it if all is ok then eBay will release the funds to me.
If you agree with the terms then send me your complete name and address and I'll ship you the car today."