How important is car colour?

[jesus]

ummm

ive got 26k

hmmm

im in the market for a new car

ummm

old mate just bought one of these for 60k

hmmm

perhaps its worth a phone call, although im reasonably sure there is some sort of bullshit here

[rj-astra]

perhaps its worth a phone call, although im reasonably sure there is some sort of bullshit here

They could just be trying to get a payout from a lease... who knows.

[RS-11]

Hmmmm i just sent off a email enquiry to him to find out more info, i'll let you know what he comes back with

[RS-11]

Get a load of this..... i just recieved a email back, the guy is in Italy with the car... just send money and he will send the car
Anyone want to sign up :D :D



here is what he wrote:
Hello,

I'm happy to see your interest in buying this car,yet,i belive you should know that for now i'm in Rome, Italy with the car, which is in a very good condition. I hope you like the car and also that we will complete this deal without any problems. About the transport, I'll have it shipped out to your location. What do you think?

I'm the second owner of this SLK. I've purchased it through Pickles Auction . This car is garaged all the time, is immaculate, 56000 Klm's. just beautifull! Some specs:

Engine size 2.29 litre;
6 months Rego;
ARS;
ABS;
Power Steering;
Central Locking;
Air Cond;
15 Inch Merc mags.;
4 Air Bags;
5 CD Stacker;
Hard Top Convertible.

I have included the vehicle details for a REVS check for you below:

Vin # WDB1704472F082470
Engine # 11197322041471

Let me tell you that the price i ask for this SLK is 26000 AUD, the car is in perfect condition and with the car you will receive also the clear title, which can be registered on your name, so there is no problem about that.

I must tell you that for security reasons I won't be able to fax or e-mail you any paper of the car, you'll get them with the car.

The car doesn't need any conversion because is AUS steet legal; it meets all regulations so you won't have to pay aditional taxes. It wasn't involved in an accident or anything like that, it's as new. You won't find a scratch on it, the paint looks great; I've garaged this baby.

The reason why i want to sell this car is that i realised that the import and register taxes are very high here in Italy so i prefer to sell it and buy another car. It is AUS street legal,so i can't find a buyer hare in Italy ,or in Europe because they don't like the car prepared this way. I love this car and I'm very sorry that I have to sell it. The car is registered in AUS and the other offers that I have are also from AUS and I hope that I can find a serious buyer.

Thanks,

Billy.

[edo]

Nob.

There was something funny going on...it has the SLK200 wheels on it...which is weird.

So you gonna give him the $26k? Did anyone ring the ph numbers?

[DRIFTIN]

drive.com.au - the new ebay.

[RS-11]

Hahaha nah i didn't ring the number, just wanted to see what he had to say and was just as everyone suspected ....... too good to be true

[BigMuz]

What's too good to be true?

I say get in quick Rolin, this is the deal of the century.

Muz

[rj-astra]

The silly bugger could probably sell it to a UK buyer. They are RHD there you know
In fact it would be very high spec in comparison to a regular UK spec SLK230.

[DRIFTIN]

the email you got returned is auto-generated.. its almost a form letter.. notice the AUS in capitals each time

i've seen this numerous times when inquiring about cars. not sure exactly how the scam works as i've never gone that far.

[Covert]

I ran the plates on it today. I can't really say too much about the car or it's history, but I can say that "Billy" isn't the registered owners name.

[maddy]

habib perhaps?

[jesus]

ok ive sent my money, cant wait for the car to come in! aperently its coming express post next monday

[BigMuz]

Just so you know Rolin, it is normal for you to have to send some money to get the documentation delivered to customs. Just send any additional funds they may ask.

You got the best deal mate. Well done.

Muz

PS Can I have a drive?