Too good to be true ?

Discussion in 'Cars and Parts For Sale Leads' started by STAGE2PAT, Feb 10, 2024.

  1. STAGE2PAT

    STAGE2PAT Well-Known Member

  2. Stage 2 iron

    Stage 2 iron Platinum Level Contributor

    Washington state ZIP Code any board members call check it out never know you might get lucky. Could be a widow, that has no clue.
     
  3. cjp69

    cjp69 Gold Level Contributor

  4. 69GS430/TKX

    69GS430/TKX Silver Level contributor

    It looks way too good to be true, IMO. This car shows signs of being restored, so the low mileage must be the miles put on it since the resto. I didn't see a VIN listed, so it would be interesting to learn what it is. If the car is as clean as the pics show, then even it's a clone, I would expect it to go for twice the asking price. If I lived close to where it is, I'd be there today with $31K in cash, even if I had to take out a loan from a loan shark at 40% APR.
     
  5. GSX 554

    GSX 554 Gold Level Contributor

    I* don't know about your wives but My wife KNOWS what these cars are worth . If I was to die she would probably want more than I would . lol
     
  6. cjp69

    cjp69 Gold Level Contributor

    check out their website. All the cats are too cheap and photographed at different locations. And no good just showing up, they aren’t open on weekends and on weekdays by appt only.
     
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  7. 69GS430/TKX

    69GS430/TKX Silver Level contributor

    I did a quick search to see if the dealership's name is listed as a scam, but I found nothing. If they are crooks, and are listing cars they don't have at crazy low prices, how do they steal a person's money? Do they get a deposit "to hold it for you" and then ghost you so you can't get your deposit back?
     
  8. cjp69

    cjp69 Gold Level Contributor

    I am guessing they aren’t taking deposits, first come first served, so if you are an out of the area buyer, you better send full payment asap!
     
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  9. 3clicks

    3clicks Well-Known Member

    Most of those Facebook Marketplace ads linking to a dealer look shady AF. All cars are at lower than market prices and use old pics from prior sales, usually from other dealers. There's so many scammers on MP anymore, I'm hesitant to buy anything unless I either know the person or can exchange cash for goods in person.
     
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  10. rolliew

    rolliew Well-Known Member

    Also a 67 rs/ss 350 4 speed camaro for $34,000

    NOT
     
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  11. Stage 2 iron

    Stage 2 iron Platinum Level Contributor

    I know it’s a scam I think I’ll call and have some fun
     
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  12. Nailhead in a 1967

    Nailhead in a 1967 Kell-Mnown Wember

    According to Google Maps there is indeed a company named Freer's Auto Sales located at the address from the website:

    Photo date October 2023

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  13. Stage 2 iron

    Stage 2 iron Platinum Level Contributor

    Again could be a scam or maybe a bitter divorce
     
  14. Nailhead in a 1967

    Nailhead in a 1967 Kell-Mnown Wember

    Found the same old photo of the GS455 on the Left Coast Classics website, posted 9 years ago:

    Click photo to visit the old listing

    LCC GS455.jpg

    1970 Buick Stage 1 GS455
    1 of Only 664 Stage 1, 4-Speed Hardtops Built, #'s Matching
    This Cool GS Buick has SOLD

    Stunning and rare 1970 Buick Stage 1 GS 455 for sale. Restored less than 3,000 miles ago by renowned Gran Sport expert George Steele of GS Restorations. This incredible, frame-off restored Buick is believed to be only one of 54 out of 2,865 cars built with Air Conditioning.

    It is believed to be one of if not the most highly optioned cars built with an original MSRP of $5,477.64 and documented by Sloan Museum including full decoding of original GM microfiche (Click here to download).

    PNT 75 B Fire Red w/Black Vinyl Top
    TR 188 Black Interior
    10B Built 2nd Week of October 1969


    OPTIONS:

    **Stage 1 Option - High Performance 455ci 360HP w/510 ft. Lb. Torque, Special Ornamentation, Positive Traction Performance Axle, 3:42 Gear Ratio; Heavy Duty Radiator
    * 4-Speed Muncie Close-Ratio Transmission
    * Consolette
    * Power Disc Brakes
    * Power Steering
    * Super Wide Oval White Billboard Lettered Tires (G-60-15) including Chrome Plated Wheels (15x7)
    * Rallye Ride Control Package
    * Air Conditioning
    * Soft Ray Glass
    * Remote Control Outside Rear-view Mirror
    * Tilt Steering Wheel
    * Electric Door Locks
    * Bucket Seats (Including Power Drivers Side)
    * Power Windows
    * AM/FM Radio and Rear Speaker
    * Instrument Group - Tachometer and Instrument Gauges
    * Speed Alert
    * Convenience Group - Trunk Light, Glove Compartment Light, Ash Tray Light, Mirror Map Light
    * Vinyl Top
    * California Emissions


    As enthusiasts know, Stage 1 cars where ranked 3rd fastest...ahead of all Hemi, Chevelle, GTO, Mustang, etc. and trailing behind just the 427 AC Cobra and 1966 450 HP Corvette. This GS455 Stage 1 is a rarity, loaded with all of the right options, certainly investment quality and poised to go nowhere but up.
    Thank you for visiting!
    VIN# 446370H150738
     
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  15. Nailhead in a 1967

    Nailhead in a 1967 Kell-Mnown Wember

    YouTube video, posted 9 years ago by Left Coast Classics:



    Restored less than 3,000 miles ago by renowned Gran Sport expert George Steele of GS Restorations.
    This incredible, frame-off restored Buick is believed to be only one of 54 out of 2,865 cars built with Air Conditioning.

    It is believed to be one of if not the most highly optioned cars built with an original MSRP of $5,477.64
    and documented by Sloan Museum including full decoding of original GM microfiche.
     
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  16. Nailhead in a 1967

    Nailhead in a 1967 Kell-Mnown Wember

    Here you can see that they didn't bother to fully cover the name Left Coast Classic with their logo:

    LCC GS455.jpg Freers.jpg
     
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  17. BUQUICK

    BUQUICK I'm your huckleberry.

    This is a scam. That's a car my father restored a long, long time ago. It's currently in a private collection and is not for sale for $31k.


    And by the way, this sticker is not correct for a '70 GS and was not installed by my father. Someone else added it.



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  18. Nailhead in a 1967

    Nailhead in a 1967 Kell-Mnown Wember

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  19. Nailhead in a 1967

    Nailhead in a 1967 Kell-Mnown Wember

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  20. 69GS430/TKX

    69GS430/TKX Silver Level contributor

    Yeah I saw that one too.
     

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