While searching for a car on CraigsList I saw a posting for a 2002 Honda Civic LX - $1979 (south jersey). I thought wow, this is very inexpensive and forwarded an inquiry to [email protected]. It read:
Elisabeth,
Are there any issues/problems with this car?
Thank you.
Best regards,
Susie
It/She/He replied with a strange response:
Hello,
I have received your email regarding the 2002 Honda Civic LX with only 97,800 miles. The car is in perfect condition, with no scratches on it, no damage, clear title. The price for the car is $1,985 with shipping included. The car was my husband`s as he loved it very much, but he did not enjoy it as he died in a IRAQ 3 month ago. It brings very bad memories to me, I want to get rid of it. The buyer will receive the car with all papers and receipts that he needs to register it to his name. Shipping will be done with DAS and it will take no more then 2-3 days. I have a friend there who will manage me a low price shipping and I assumed that it is my duty to pay for shipping it. It will be delivered directly to your address. Anyway, I have to let you know that I want a fast deal so if you are really interested in buying it, please reply with the following information's:
-Your full name
-Your shipping address. (street, city, state, zip code)
The transaction will close only through eBay so we both will be protected.
I want eBay because as they are the biggest company on the internet I think that we can close this deal fast and safe for both of us. Also I am not very familiar with the internet transactions and eBay is the only one I know. I will look for your email, so that we can move forward with this deal!
Let me know.
Regards,
Elisabeth Larsson
I replied to this email as follows – NOTE SENDING MY CONDOLENCES:
Dear Elisabeth,
Thank you so much for your prompt response. First, you have my family's deepest sympathy. Your family has suffered a deep tragedy and our country will be indebted to your husband for his extreme sacrifice. God bless you.
Secondly, I saw your posting on craigslist, not ebay but i will look for it on Ebay. I would love to make this transaction happen ASAP but i must work out the financing.in the meantime, obviously, if you can sell it immediately, no worries. I will get back to you as soon as possible.
Stay strong.
Best,
Susie
IT/HE/SHE replied with the following email NOTE: no response to my condolences; the car is located in Virginia, NOT South Jersey, repeats SHIPPING INCLUDED; and again asked for my personal information:
Hello again,
The car is located in Aldie, VA at the shipping company (i just moved here with my new job), like i told we will use eBay Vehicle Purchase Protection, so we can both be protected and insured. The price for the car is $1,985 with shipping included. I just need your full name and your full address so eBay can send you the invoice in which you`ll see how to make this transaction. The shipping is free i will take care of it and i will send the car with all the papers (vehicle registration, warranty papers, transfer papers etc) i am just waiting your full name and your full address to complete the shipping papers and start the delivery process..
Regards,
Elisabeth Larsson
I attached some pictures with the car,
http://s1090. Photobucket.com/albums/i380/hondacivic6/
Vehicle Description:
2002Honda Civic LX Sedan for sale. Single owner, non-smoker, no pets. Exterior Color Titanium, Interior Beige. Power windows and door locks. Good tires and battery. 4-Cylinder 1.7 Liter Engine.
2002 Honda Sedan LX One Owner
Mileage: 97,800 miles
Vehicle Information
Title: Clear
I noticed SEVERAL RED FLAGS and conductedsome research and noted eports of odd occurances associated with this email address and autos for sale.
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