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I need your opinions. Ebay Scam or Not?

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eB...#ht_500wt_1182

This is what I got from the "lady" in email. Since you can't bid on it, the process it's considered a direct sale.

Quote:

This 2000 Honda Prelude is in perfect working condition.
This vehicle engine runs very, very smooth. No electrical or mechanical problems on this beauty. This detailed vehicle makes the exterior looks like it just came off the assembly line. The asking price for it is $2,900.00
Because of my divorce settlement,i own this car and as a woman without driver`s license i don`t need it so i`m trying to get rid of it as soon as possible(that`s why i`m selling it so cheap) so the first one came is the first one served.
The thing is i`m very busy and i don`t have time to stay and meet with all my potential buyers, that is why i gave to a shipping company that will ship it to the next owner(on my cost), so i'm trying to sell it online under eBay`s protection.
I will only deal through eBay for our own protection so they act as a neutral third party. They will hold and insure your money until receipt of the car in good conditon.
You will be gived a 15 days inspection period before releasing the payment. If you wish to purchase it please provide me your full name and address so I can initiate the deal through eBay.
I look forward to hearing from you.

So is this an eBay scam or what?!

well the i see its from ny well were is the inspection sticker? also the truck down the driveway dont have a front plate either idk.

Hmmmm, being that it's in NY, i'd demand to come see the car or pick it up in person. Dont deal through just the internet. I also wouldnt trust Ebay to protect you in any way.

Be smart, protect yourself.

"If it seems like too good of a deal, it probably is"

Scam. Ask for more pictures and ask detailed questions.

2000 Honda Prélude Prelude
00 SUPER CHARGED MODIFIED CAR
need I say more

That is DEFINITELY a scam. They try to pull that **** day after day. That's the common line for the car scammers.

hahah Per Ebay Ad RIGHT under the price.

Quote:

Buy Safely:

1. This is a classified ad listing, intended for an in-person transaction and is not covered by eBay's Vehicle Purchase Protection program or the eBay Buyer Protection Program.
2. NEVER place a deposit on a classified vehicle that you haven't inspected in person.
3. NEVER pay with instant cash transfer, such as Western Union or Moneygram.

I don't know how it works but I got the exact same line from a "woman" selling a MINT 12k mile Evo for $7,000. It was her husbands, they got divorced, yada yada. I never replied, and I don't think you should either.

SCAM!!!.....I would never trust an escrow (Spelling?) service like that...definitly a scam

Either a scam, or its a stolen car. dont do it.

Definite Scam, they always seem to ask for $2900, thats a dead giveaway, I believe it has something to do with the levels of prosecution.

Clearly a SCAM, I also got the same ol story before "I got the car in my divorce, just want it gone, etc". I asked if I can come pay in person / inspect the car and "she" responded with "I'm out of town on business and wont be home till next month, My friend will be shipping the car or you can go pick it up but I need payment first"

Watch out for craigslist also. You know, the 93+ supra's for $4984 that's in Philly but has palm trees in the pictures.

SCAM, when did NY look that nice? also agreed with no tag on the truck,

law in NY is tag in front and back.
ad says: Sells to: Local pick-up only, but she wants to ship it?

ask for a specific address to come look at the car or a phone number so you can talk with someone. if no one replies, forget it. but by the looks, i would say its a scam and stay away.

if you look at the history of the car it shows last registered in ohio, not definative but would raise questions

idk but that back lip needs to go if you get it

id bait them some more.. have some fun with it.

One of the members on bimmerforums contacted her and was given the divorce saga. IT IS A SCAM! Run away, fast.