Hey everybody,
I had been looking at Land Cruisers recently and found one on Autotrader that really caught my interest. So I called the number in the ad but is was no good, then I tried the email and didn’t get a response. Also I asked a favor of “cruisermaine” who had volunteered his carfax access, and had him run the VIN in the ad, which turned out to be an invalid VIN. So with all of this I figured is was either a major mistake or a scam so I bought another cruiser …
Well they finally answered my original email yesterday, here it is below:
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Hi,
I wish to provide you a brief history about my car:
I'm the second owner, the car were bought in 2002. It has an automatic transmission, also don't worry about filters (gas, air or oil), brakes or sparks, they were changed at the last revision.
Tires were all replaced with new Michelins roughly 1 year ago. Current mileage is 64617.
If you want to see more pictures check this link:
http://www.geocities.com/ddressqal1/tlc.html
The car is in great condition, it has never been through any type of accident. Exterior is very clean. Clean interior that is in good shape. It was used 90% on highways. All papers required for registration, title, manuals, invoices of all maintenance done on the car since I purchased it and keys are in the glove for the new owner. Technical revisions were performed at each 7000 miles. The car was priced for a quick sale because I'm relocating and no longer in need of this one.
I will pay the transportation and you will have to pay the money transfer fees. The car is into auto cargo company warehouse, and will be sent from Irving, Texas on my expense. Delivery time will be 7-10 days or maybe less, that depend of your location. Also, I have to tell you that I want the proof that you have all the money available for this deal, because of that I want you to make a deposit of $1500. The balance must be paid within 3 days after you get the car.
Tell me if is ok for you in order to proceed with this sale.
I do appreciate your interest and look forward to doing business with you,
Dalim <Dalimatonom@aol.com>
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It was long enough ago and I had looked at enough rigs that I could remember more about it besides it was a REALLY good deal. Also on the website he gave a VIN which I know is at least a valid number but I didn’t feel like bothering “cruisermaine” again to have run since I didn’t have the funding. Hesitantly… I sent the reply below and asked some questions. (I was hesitant because of the above issues I had originally)
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Hi Dalim,
Thank you for the information and link with regards to your Land Cruiser. If you don't mind I have a couple of questions for you.
1. What should I expect for the money tranfer fees, and is shipping available to Alaska.
2. What is your current asking price again.
Thanks for your time.
_________________________________________________________________
This is the response I got today,
<EDIT Based on messages below this IS A SCAM>
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I think that $17000 will be the right price since I've to sell it till 20 this month. Money transfer fees ~ $100.
The car were delivered to the auto cargo company and it is ready to be ship, it has keys, title, invoices and manuals. Now, I want to tell you how transaction works, I will send you the tracking number which confirm shipment, and you send me the advance. The balance must be paid within 3 days after you get the car. I think, that 3 days are enough to inspect the car and verify the documents.
That's simple, fast and secure. If you agree, please send shipping address and name, so that I would calculate shipping and insurance.
Thank you,
Dalim <Dalimatonom@aol.com>
_________________________________________________________________
SEE BELOW FOR MORE DETAILS AS TO WHY AND HOW THIS IS A SCAM.
PS DOES ANYBODY HAVE ANY CONNECTIONS WITH AOL SO I COULD NAIL THIS GUY FOR SCAMMING?
I had been looking at Land Cruisers recently and found one on Autotrader that really caught my interest. So I called the number in the ad but is was no good, then I tried the email and didn’t get a response. Also I asked a favor of “cruisermaine” who had volunteered his carfax access, and had him run the VIN in the ad, which turned out to be an invalid VIN. So with all of this I figured is was either a major mistake or a scam so I bought another cruiser …
Well they finally answered my original email yesterday, here it is below:
________________________________________________________________
Hi,
I wish to provide you a brief history about my car:
I'm the second owner, the car were bought in 2002. It has an automatic transmission, also don't worry about filters (gas, air or oil), brakes or sparks, they were changed at the last revision.
Tires were all replaced with new Michelins roughly 1 year ago. Current mileage is 64617.
If you want to see more pictures check this link:
http://www.geocities.com/ddressqal1/tlc.html
The car is in great condition, it has never been through any type of accident. Exterior is very clean. Clean interior that is in good shape. It was used 90% on highways. All papers required for registration, title, manuals, invoices of all maintenance done on the car since I purchased it and keys are in the glove for the new owner. Technical revisions were performed at each 7000 miles. The car was priced for a quick sale because I'm relocating and no longer in need of this one.
I will pay the transportation and you will have to pay the money transfer fees. The car is into auto cargo company warehouse, and will be sent from Irving, Texas on my expense. Delivery time will be 7-10 days or maybe less, that depend of your location. Also, I have to tell you that I want the proof that you have all the money available for this deal, because of that I want you to make a deposit of $1500. The balance must be paid within 3 days after you get the car.
Tell me if is ok for you in order to proceed with this sale.
I do appreciate your interest and look forward to doing business with you,
Dalim <Dalimatonom@aol.com>
__________________________________________________________________
It was long enough ago and I had looked at enough rigs that I could remember more about it besides it was a REALLY good deal. Also on the website he gave a VIN which I know is at least a valid number but I didn’t feel like bothering “cruisermaine” again to have run since I didn’t have the funding. Hesitantly… I sent the reply below and asked some questions. (I was hesitant because of the above issues I had originally)
_________________________________________________________________
Hi Dalim,
Thank you for the information and link with regards to your Land Cruiser. If you don't mind I have a couple of questions for you.
1. What should I expect for the money tranfer fees, and is shipping available to Alaska.
2. What is your current asking price again.
Thanks for your time.
_________________________________________________________________
This is the response I got today,
<EDIT Based on messages below this IS A SCAM>
_________________________________________________________________
I think that $17000 will be the right price since I've to sell it till 20 this month. Money transfer fees ~ $100.
The car were delivered to the auto cargo company and it is ready to be ship, it has keys, title, invoices and manuals. Now, I want to tell you how transaction works, I will send you the tracking number which confirm shipment, and you send me the advance. The balance must be paid within 3 days after you get the car. I think, that 3 days are enough to inspect the car and verify the documents.
That's simple, fast and secure. If you agree, please send shipping address and name, so that I would calculate shipping and insurance.
Thank you,
Dalim <Dalimatonom@aol.com>
_________________________________________________________________
SEE BELOW FOR MORE DETAILS AS TO WHY AND HOW THIS IS A SCAM.
PS DOES ANYBODY HAVE ANY CONNECTIONS WITH AOL SO I COULD NAIL THIS GUY FOR SCAMMING?
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