I found a ridiculously good deal on an '07 Z06. I have been contacting this guy trying to figure out how he can pull one over on me. Here's the recent conversation:
"The 2007 Chevrolet Corvette ZO6 is still for sale. It is in perfect condition and it has never been involved in an accident. There's absolutely nothing wrong with the car, it has only 2,500 miles on it. The mileage is accurate and the car runs very well, it doesn't have any mechanical problems. The car is 100% clean with no lien on the title. There are no problems with the registration since the car has clear US title and it is currently registered in Ohio.
The reason why I am selling the car so cheap for $X is that I am recently moved in London, UK. The car is a US specs and was manufactured for the US market. Since I am in London, UK and the car doesn't meet the UK emission standards so I won't bring it here beacuse I can't use it nor sell it here. Because I must get rid of it, I am practically giving it away only because I have no other choice. If we come to an agreement I can arrange for you to get the car at your door-step in a matter of few days, having also the chance to inspect it before buying.
Looking to hear from you asap!"
I asked if I could see the car and that I wanted the VIN.
"Thank your for the interest and your fast response.
I had some problems with a buyer who wasn't serious, he told me at the last moment that he doesn't have all the money. Due to this bad incident the car is in the shipping company custody, sealed in a container and ready for the shipment. Since the car is at the shipping company, it should be better and cheaper for both of us to take advantage of this fact. It would save us both time and money.
I assure you that the deal is legitimate and often insured by eBay vehicle purchase protection. eBay guarantees protection for the seller's vehicle and in the same time for the buyer's money, such as: against fraud and material misrepresentation, providing coverage for any risks my car or your money can undertake. eBay will contact you with the transaction details and the payment instructions. The money are held by eBay until you receive, inspect and accept the car. If something proves to be wrong and you want to return the car, you will be fully refunded and you have 7 days to ship it back on my expense.
To go further eBay require the buyer's details to open a case regarding our deal. As soon as your full name and the shipping address are confirmed to me, we can go to the next step. Here is the VIN# 1G1YY26E875115302.
Hope to hear from you immediately. Looking forward to your swift response."
I asked for his phone number.
"I'm so sorry but I am stationed in a highly restricted US Marine base. I will try to get a permision to go out and I will call you. I swear I do all my best. The rules do not permit us to use the phone for personal purposes, to leave the base under any circumstances nor do any other personal things. That leaves us the e-mail as the only way to communicate if they won't to give me the permission to leave the base. I know this is kind of hard for both of us but I hope you understand, the least I can do is to be totally honest and sincere with you. I can assure you that I would have wanted as much as you to have a phone or any other way of communication beside the e-mail. Unfortunately this is the way things are. You must understand that I have no other choice and this is the only one. Let's not let something so petty ruin the deal. Thank you so much"
I know this sounds pretty shady, but I don't want this to slip out of my hands if it is really true. Can anyone look up that VIN? If this is the real deal, he must be a crack addict looking for quick cash to fuel his addiction.
"The 2007 Chevrolet Corvette ZO6 is still for sale. It is in perfect condition and it has never been involved in an accident. There's absolutely nothing wrong with the car, it has only 2,500 miles on it. The mileage is accurate and the car runs very well, it doesn't have any mechanical problems. The car is 100% clean with no lien on the title. There are no problems with the registration since the car has clear US title and it is currently registered in Ohio.
The reason why I am selling the car so cheap for $X is that I am recently moved in London, UK. The car is a US specs and was manufactured for the US market. Since I am in London, UK and the car doesn't meet the UK emission standards so I won't bring it here beacuse I can't use it nor sell it here. Because I must get rid of it, I am practically giving it away only because I have no other choice. If we come to an agreement I can arrange for you to get the car at your door-step in a matter of few days, having also the chance to inspect it before buying.
Looking to hear from you asap!"
I asked if I could see the car and that I wanted the VIN.
"Thank your for the interest and your fast response.
I had some problems with a buyer who wasn't serious, he told me at the last moment that he doesn't have all the money. Due to this bad incident the car is in the shipping company custody, sealed in a container and ready for the shipment. Since the car is at the shipping company, it should be better and cheaper for both of us to take advantage of this fact. It would save us both time and money.
I assure you that the deal is legitimate and often insured by eBay vehicle purchase protection. eBay guarantees protection for the seller's vehicle and in the same time for the buyer's money, such as: against fraud and material misrepresentation, providing coverage for any risks my car or your money can undertake. eBay will contact you with the transaction details and the payment instructions. The money are held by eBay until you receive, inspect and accept the car. If something proves to be wrong and you want to return the car, you will be fully refunded and you have 7 days to ship it back on my expense.
To go further eBay require the buyer's details to open a case regarding our deal. As soon as your full name and the shipping address are confirmed to me, we can go to the next step. Here is the VIN# 1G1YY26E875115302.
Hope to hear from you immediately. Looking forward to your swift response."
I asked for his phone number.
"I'm so sorry but I am stationed in a highly restricted US Marine base. I will try to get a permision to go out and I will call you. I swear I do all my best. The rules do not permit us to use the phone for personal purposes, to leave the base under any circumstances nor do any other personal things. That leaves us the e-mail as the only way to communicate if they won't to give me the permission to leave the base. I know this is kind of hard for both of us but I hope you understand, the least I can do is to be totally honest and sincere with you. I can assure you that I would have wanted as much as you to have a phone or any other way of communication beside the e-mail. Unfortunately this is the way things are. You must understand that I have no other choice and this is the only one. Let's not let something so petty ruin the deal. Thank you so much"
I know this sounds pretty shady, but I don't want this to slip out of my hands if it is really true. Can anyone look up that VIN? If this is the real deal, he must be a crack addict looking for quick cash to fuel his addiction.
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