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Toyota Matrix 2003 loaded – $4000 (Los Angeles)

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Date: 2009-10-15, 9:22AM PDT
Reply to: sale-aueem-1422613504@craigslist.org [Errors when replying to ads?]

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Fully Equipped With A 1.8-liter 4-cylinder engine & Automatic Transmission . It has 5-passenger seating with Black Plush Velor interior , cruise control, tilt steering wheel, digital odometer, trip meter, digital clock, traction control , excellent cold blowing automatic climate controlled air conditioning with air filtration, premium audio system, CD player . Power Windows, Power Locks, Power Mirrors, Power Steering, Rear Side Curtain Airbags, 60/40 Split Fold Rear Seat, Key Less entry

first email:
Date: Thu, 15 Oct 2009 13:50:11 -0600
From: Laurie Golden (laurie_golden@msn.com)
Subject: RE: Toyota Matrix 2003 loaded

Hi,
I am selling this car because my platoon has been sent back to Afghanistam and don’t want it get old in my backyard. The price is low because I need to sell it before Oct 21. It has no damage, no scratches or dents, no hidden defects. It is in immaculate condition, meticulously maintained and hasn’t been involved in any accident..I do have the title , clear, under my name.The car have 60,000 miles, year 2003 and VIN 2T1KR32E63C761943.
It is still available for sale if interested, price as stated in the ad $4000. The car is in Great Falls, MT, in case it gets sold I will take care of shipping. Let me know if you are interested, email back.
Regards!!!

2nd email:
Date: Thu, 15 Oct 2009 14:15:02 -0600
From: Laurie Golden (laurie_golden@msn.com)
Subject: RE: Toyota Matrix 2003 loaded

As I’ve told you , I am in Great Falls, MT on a military base getting ready for Afghanistan. I do a special training program each day and I am not allowed to get out of the unit or give calls whenever I want. The shipping wont be a problem and I will do it at no cost to you because will be made by the army. You will receive the car along with all the documents including title, bill of sale, full service records and more …Because it is a large transaction we will complete the deal using an authorized third party like eBay, using their Business Purchase Protection Program .The payment will be handling by eBay and you will benefit of the 5 day inspection time period and the option to accept or reject the car on my expense. If you are still interested just send me your full name and shipping address.
I will forward your info and they will notify you about our deal
Hope to hear from you soon

and the best part (see my questions first):

Date: Thu, 15 Oct 2009 17:15:36 -0600
From: Laurie Golden (laurie_golden@msn.com)
Subject: RE: Toyota Matrix 2003 loaded

Here’s how our deal works :
In order to complete this deal the payment must be sent to ebay. As soon as they receive the payment will notify me to start with delivery.After that you will receive all information about delivery so you can be able to track your shipment online.ebay will hold your payment until you receive and inspect the car (you have 5 days for inspection) If you will find the smallest problem with the car you will ship it back on my expense and ebay will send you your full amount back.

Regards!!!

> Date: Thu, 15 Oct 2009 15:59:43 -0700
> To: laurie_golden@msn.com
> Subject: RE: Toyota Matrix 2003 loaded
>
> Hey Laurie,
>
> So I talked to my wife and she really likes the car. I also checked
> the CARFAX report, but it says the car is registered in Surrey, BC,
> Canada. Can you please explain this? Also, along to using a safe
> payment method (Paypal via eBay), would you allow a third-party
> inspection of the vehicle (e.g. SGS vehicle verification service -
> recommended by ebay), just to be sure we’re on the safe side here (of
> course, I’ll cover the costs of inspection)?
>
> Looking forward to your reply! Then we can proceed with the whole
> thing using ebay/Paypal.

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Laurie Golden (laurie_golden@msn.com) – Toyota Matrix 2003 loaded – $4000 (Los Angeles)