I am currently exchanging e-mails with an individual who has a vehicle for sale on craig's list. They are talking about making an exchange using eBay's buyer protection program. The following are tow e-mails from the seller. I am just wondering if the program is legitimate, if it works as she says it does, and if I am as protected as it seems.
Email 1:
Good afternoon,
Please take a few moments and read my email carefully, I know it's long, but I've covered pretty much all the details of this transaction.
The vehicle is located in MANCHESTER, CT waiting to be delivered. It's sealed direct into a 20 ft steel shipping container and it is secured to the flooring rings of the container by ratchet straps and the wheels, it is locked into position by wooden chocks. I'll cover the delivery costs because I had another customer who said it will buy and after I made all the necessary arrangements in advance and paid for all shipping & handling fees, changed his mind because didn't have all the money. This is why I need to ship it since all transportation charges have already been paid. Shipping may take anywhere between 3 to 5 business days depending on the destination. All documents you need for ownership, title, manuals and bill of sale will be provided along with the vehicle.
I'll start the official procedure, and eBay will contact us about this in less than 24 hrs. If you are interested in buying it just mail me back with:
- Your Full Name - Required by eBay (You'll receive important guidelines + instructions from them.)
- Your Shipping Address and Phone Number - Required by the Shipping company (They will call you with delivery/pickup instructions 1 day ahead so you can communicate what time schedule work best for you to receive the vehicle).
Again I want to point out that because I am going to Afghanistan this sale is my top priority and I am after a fast transaction, with no delays. That is why I decided to lower the price, to avoid wasting time with negotiations and find a buyer as soon as possible.
Thanks, hope to do business with you soon!
--
Col.(Dr.) Kimberly Cahill
4076 Neely Road
Fort Wainwright, AK 99703
MEDDAC Alaska
Email 2:
As I know that my current situation is pretty special I want the deal closed only through eBay's Buyer Protection Program. I will request a payment deposit and they will keep it into a protection account until you get the vehicle and will release it to me ONLY AFTER inspection period is over and you agree to keep it. So, this is not a blind transaction, you can physically see the vehicle before committing to buy and to eliminate any concerns you will have 5 days to inspect the vehicle. If you decide not to keep it eBay will refund you the money, no questions asked, and shipping back will be my concern. I think this is more than fair for both of us.
Email 1:
Good afternoon,
Please take a few moments and read my email carefully, I know it's long, but I've covered pretty much all the details of this transaction.
The vehicle is located in MANCHESTER, CT waiting to be delivered. It's sealed direct into a 20 ft steel shipping container and it is secured to the flooring rings of the container by ratchet straps and the wheels, it is locked into position by wooden chocks. I'll cover the delivery costs because I had another customer who said it will buy and after I made all the necessary arrangements in advance and paid for all shipping & handling fees, changed his mind because didn't have all the money. This is why I need to ship it since all transportation charges have already been paid. Shipping may take anywhere between 3 to 5 business days depending on the destination. All documents you need for ownership, title, manuals and bill of sale will be provided along with the vehicle.
I'll start the official procedure, and eBay will contact us about this in less than 24 hrs. If you are interested in buying it just mail me back with:
- Your Full Name - Required by eBay (You'll receive important guidelines + instructions from them.)
- Your Shipping Address and Phone Number - Required by the Shipping company (They will call you with delivery/pickup instructions 1 day ahead so you can communicate what time schedule work best for you to receive the vehicle).
Again I want to point out that because I am going to Afghanistan this sale is my top priority and I am after a fast transaction, with no delays. That is why I decided to lower the price, to avoid wasting time with negotiations and find a buyer as soon as possible.
Thanks, hope to do business with you soon!
--
Col.(Dr.) Kimberly Cahill
4076 Neely Road
Fort Wainwright, AK 99703
MEDDAC Alaska
Email 2:
As I know that my current situation is pretty special I want the deal closed only through eBay's Buyer Protection Program. I will request a payment deposit and they will keep it into a protection account until you get the vehicle and will release it to me ONLY AFTER inspection period is over and you agree to keep it. So, this is not a blind transaction, you can physically see the vehicle before committing to buy and to eliminate any concerns you will have 5 days to inspect the vehicle. If you decide not to keep it eBay will refund you the money, no questions asked, and shipping back will be my concern. I think this is more than fair for both of us.
