Burned on a Facebook Marketplace Car Purchase! So stupid!
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- Опубліковано 24 лис 2023
- Burned on a Facebook Marketplace Car Purchase! So stupid! Learn from my mistake! Come along with me today as I tell ya how I got burned traveling out of town to buy a car I found on Facebook Marketplace! Totally had me stuck in a strange town!
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Folks...before you go at me with insults, please understand that I'm trying to share this with you because I know I did it wrong. I'm sharing this to try and keep you or anyone you love from putting themselves in this position. Hear me out......I was in downtown Atlanta with a sock full of cash, no way home, no backup plan, no self defense protection and I had to make the decision....go and take a $700 loss and walk away from a very low mile vehicle and potentially get robbed....yes I had that fear....or suck it up, buy the car and chock it up to a lesson learned....often times the lessons we learn in life come from our biggest mistakes...now hopefully you all can learn from my mistakes. Yep, I bought it....I put myself in a stupid and dangerous position and that forced me to burn myself. Hopefully ya'll can learn from me.....have a plan, always use a bank certified check and don't trust everyone. I would have been ashamed to have someone show up in front of me without having disclosed this horrible paint work and body damages
Were you afraid of the criminal éléments or the police confiscating it?
Josh that kinda sucks 20/20 hindsight
This is all on you! don't use your channel to "shame" somebody. We all make mistakes, suck it up and move on!
Just so you are aware on all domestic flights in the U.S.A. if TSA see's that you have $5000 cash, they can have customs and border patrol and DEA confiscate it from you without any reason and you will never see the money. Do not carry cash on an airplane.
I think you did the right thing by sucking it up to a lesson learned!....its all cosmetic....right?....I see you take pride in your farm!...and its amazing by the way!....but really bro...is looking pretty that important...because from a short distance looks like a great car...js...honestly who is going to examine that car the way you are.....I think what matters is its low mileage and runs good..js
All those issues.....then why did you buy it.???......you knew it was a mess of a vehicle they offered a refund but you didn't take it . Kind of your own fault
Agree he made a very bad split second decision to not to spend another $700. + for airline ticket, plus car rental / uber & possibly a hotel stay . Losing time & over $1000. to walk away with nothing is hard. A woman would have been like "NO!" 😮
Totally agree....the issue was this: I'm not home, I'm in downtown Atlanta with a sock full of cash and a person selling a car without disclosing obvious damage. I had no backup plan because I trusted the folks I was buying it from. I spoke with them on the phone, walked around the car with them on facetime and put my faith in them that they were being totally upfront. I showed up and they immediately said..."give him his deposit back"....then I'm stranded in downtown Atlanta with a sock full of cash and no plan to get home. This was foolish on my part and I hope folks can learn from it...I bought it because it was low miles, not because it was pretty....but this paint job is next level horrible! It was my fault, and my decision....now please learn from my stupidity here...I was in a pinch and took the easiest way out.
Josh, I appreciate your honesty here and admitting you made a “stupid” decision. (I’m not sure I totally agree with that statement). There’s an old saying “if it’s too good to be true - it probably is”. The seller was totally dishonest and of course hindsight is 20/20. Like you, I would have been emotionally invested in buying this “pristine” vehicle and probably would have justified the purchase in that split second. Here is what I’ve learned in my years of experience as a former trial attorney and formerly employed at the Federal Trade Commission, Bureau of Consumer protection. In these situations, give yourself 24 hours (yes, you would have had to rent a room at $125-$150 for the night) and see how you feel the next morning. Having the discipline to do this has saved me countless bad deals. I say this not criticize you at all, but to give your 777,000 subscribers some good advice. I’m 66 years old and haven’t practiced law for 20 years, but I’ve learned not to sue people, threaten to sue people, etc. I just suck it up and move one, and I’ve been ripped off many times.
Easy to throw rocks guys!!
Been there and almost done that- but- thankfully listened to that little voice in the back of my consciousness!!!
Thanks for the video Josh!!!
@@StoneyRidgeFarmer tough lesson learned…
You didn’t get screwed. You screwed yourself. Pay a professional and have the car inspected prior to flying to Georgia. 100% avoidable if you do your due diligence.
Totally agree! That's the take home message here.....don't let this happen to you!! Now...show me how to find a professional to inspect the car? Is there a website that I don't know about? The message here is to have a backup plan if you put yourself in a position like this
@StoneyRidgeFarmer take a trusted mechanic with you or bring it to them. Common sense
@@StoneyRidgeFarmer when I traded in my truck for a small SUV, before i signed the paperwork on it I asked my trusted mechanic to do an in depth pre purchase inspection on it, he did. I do not recall how much it cost me, but it was worth every penny. Here is hoping your vehicle is mechanically sound and serves you well for many years to come.
remember....I know these cars inside and out...it was cosmetic issues. No mechanic needed, I know these little elements inside and out. this is my 4th one
I bought a 2001 Chevy 2500 duramax for 9500 dollars. It had a dent in the door bad interior no problem. Abs lite on no problem the instrument cluster panel not reading no problem what ended up being a problem is I did not get it inspected by a mechanic prior to buying turns out it needed head gaskets replaced along with power steering pump and starter went out. So far I paid almost as much as I bought it for to fix everything and still have more to fix. Now unless it’s a simple truck like the 1967 step side dodge I bought from a nice guy for 1500 dollars or it’s a 1967 bug etc something that is worth it even if motor is bad etc. if they don’t let you get an inspection before buying or won’t wait for one then don’t buy it. So I learned this the hard way. But not sure a mechanic would have seen the paint or bondo that is not part of the inspection I think.
Josh, I’ve gotta agree with several other post here. You saw the hail damage and other issues before you handed over the money. A $700.00 air fare or rental car would have been cheaper in the long run, with the same lesson learned about Market Place. Remember, a good gambler always knows when to fold and walk away from the table. And yes you are gambling when buying a used vehicle.
Good luck!
The guy that sold it probably felt bad but then counted the 10 grand in profit and suddenly felt a lot better!
Never fall in love with a chunk of metal, Josh. Be prepared to walk, or run, from any “deal”.
People too !!
Inspect,negotiate in person. If you aren't comfortable with it you should have walked away from the deal. No one forced you to buy it
With all due respect, that’s the idea of looking at a vehicle before you buy it. You did that part correctly you just bought it anyway for some reason to complain about it.
I did look at it, but I also put myself in an awkward position here...not having a backup plan or a way out. Walking home or waiting for an Uber in downtown Atlanta with a sock full of cash seemed a little more dangerous than sucking it up, dealing with the body work later and getting out of there with a dependable low mile car. I made the choice, but the take home message is to have a backup plan in place and don't take anyone's word on a used car purchase. I'm making this to teach not to be put down.....to prevent anyone else from being an idiot like me in this case
Well then I wouldn't complain about the guy selling it if it was my own fault. Sounds like he found a sucker. U can ask whatever you want, you just have to find someone to buy it. I'd say the seller was innocent. Your really Making yourself look like an idiot here
@@StoneyRidgeFarmer I learned something. I like having a backup plan.
You can tell Most of the people commenting would do the exact same thing. that guy did lie to you about something they are selling you
Most people seem to be pretty dishonest these days. Just sad. @@waynehayes6703
Since when is a Honda Element a “premium vehicle”? lol
Haha😂
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lol Premium low mile vehicle....not luxury premium vehicle. Premium meaning a "nice one"
@@StoneyRidgeFarmer just giving ya a hard time!
He willingly paid premium money for it.
I'm 70 years old and have never paid for a used car before doing a inspection.
You went to atlanta and bought a used car. What were you thinking.
Hard to believe the man that thinks he knows everything got screwed.
What I was thinking
Hindsight is always 20/20. Lol
Bro 😂😂😂
It's hilarious to me Mr. Knows it all lost and now wants to blame the seller..
"How do I know? I know because I know these cars inside and out" ....2 minutes later......"He is a Honda Element guy, how did he not know it has hail damage" 😐
This is how and why the scammers will always profit. People still hand over money.
Just bought my 2nd Element on FB marketplace and I have walked away from a few. Two owner, no rust, body or paintwork. High miles, but ran quiet and shifted good. Had a vibration after 50mph. Paid $2000 cash. Replaced a bushing in the rear end and all seems well. Car buying fever can affect emotions and salesmen know that.
Honda’s are known for having really bad paint issues anyway. Would need to be repainted sooner or later.
Sorry you got burned Josh, really appreciate you sharing your experience, what a lesson to us all.
Expensive, frustrating lesson. Always be ready to walk away, even if it is a brand new car.
You did get Screwed Josh. I would be upset, but I don't understand why people can't be truthful. Appreciate you sharing, buddy 👍
You bought it anyway, that's on you.
Thanks for sharing for those that don't have a lot of car buying experience.
Lesson learned, now its time for moving forward. Good luck sir!
So sorry that happened to u !! Thanks for sharing !! I will remember to not trust people when buying a used cars !
You didn’t inspect it before you turned over your cash?
sure I did, but I was in a pinch. I'd negotiated the price down, the body work and bad paint were not disclosed to me, I was in downtown Atlanta with no way out and a sock full of cash. I tucked my tail between my legs and walked away with a valuable lesson....now I'm sharing that lesson with others to help them
Josh I get it. You're a honest guy and you take care of your things. I'm a country guy who has worked real hard to have what I have and since I'm honest I just assume everyone else is as well but unfortunately in our world today it just isn't that way 😢😢
Unfortunate but very true. Most people now a days are not honest.
SadFacts
Never comment on much but I think there is something going on in that area. I grabbed a specific Camry from Autotrader at a used stealurshit in TN. Low miles, paid for a full inspection by the local dealership with excellent mechanical condition and a perfect carfax. That dealership took care of a melty dashboard under warranty even. Sweet! Flew down, test drove it all was well except I noticed the spongy brakes. Weather wasnt great but noticed respray on the front bumper. Drove it across the country back to the desert and started in on my B service during covid. Digging in I noticed the full respray and when I found the original paint areas, it looked sun faded. Plastics on the interior also looked faded on one side. Ultimately, after speaking with the used dealership and filing a complaint with my state AG back in 2020, turns out resprays on damaged vehicles from hail and flooding (hurricanes) is not uncommon in the southeast and northwest. Thought I would share, God bless!
I wish more people would report mistakes like this one. Nobody does. This is not a blame game. This is education that is much needed. I have been looking for an element for a long time. They always sell too fast. The ones worth buying. I ended up with something else but time to time wish i could have got one. Then i think about the fact that i can tow with what i got now.
Thanks for posting your experience for the sake of others! It takes humility to say where you were wrong!
I have the same vehicle. Did not know about the 'popular' stolen converter. Thanks for being honest and educating us.
This is why you only buy local unless you are prepared to walk away.
I understand and feel the frustration. I applaud that it is directed at yourself just as much as the person who sold it to you. It is a good warning to others out there, don't put yourself in a position where you are choosing between one bad choice an another if you can help it.
My advise to others watching this, take heed. Josh did not get in this position by making a single mistake. He got there by making multiple small mistakes. He is doing a good job of showing you where you have opportunities to stop short prior to getting to a place where you are stuck between two bad decisions. Don't talk yourself into a worse decision just because you will lose some money. You may just stand to lose a great deal more when you convince yourself not to walk away.
Thank you for the video. That took guys and I appreciate it.
Use this as a learning experience, you now have bad options left. Correctly repair the damage to driver quality for about 5K-7K or resell as is about a 5K+ hit. I do car restorations at my home shop since my 2011 retirement and always have 6-12 cars that I am working on and spend more than $50K per car on the restoration. I have one now that I am at $180K and will spend about 35K-50K more to complete on a car that is now 5 years of effort to get to road testing and ready for disassembly for final paint and then interior and should be ready for sale by Apr. 2024. If you ever see a replacement cat, converter on any car that is being sold as a No. 3 car with less than 50, 000 miles and/or has a repaint ( typically a #3 looks like a car with less than 5000 miles for the lay person) run and cancel deal unless you can see actual repair orders. Best of luck in future use an inspector these pre-purchase inspections can be arranged for about $200 for general condition inspection/evaluation. Ray Stormont
exactly!
It's not Facebook's fault nor would it be Craigslist fault either. People just advertise their stuff on there it's up to a person to tell the truth and not try to deceive or pull something over on the buyer. The seller could have listed that in the description but probably what he was hoping was you would not notice it. Yes he did deceive you but not everybody is honest nowadays and you did have the option not to buy it. I myself have been down that road went to buy vehicles and supposedly a certain shape and when you get there it is not that's when you make up your own decision either cut your losses turn around with trailer in tow and go home or either buy it and chalk it up as an experience. You did have the option of not buying it.
yep....I agree 100% it's my fault and the fault of the guy selling it. He misrepresented his car and he knew I was flying down to get it. No way on earth I'd let someone fly to my place to buy a car without being totally upfront about every little detail. Deceit is the problem here....I trusted someone and they got me!
He made it a point to say the guy was honest that it "has dings and wasn't a show car" I don't see any deception there. Just a lame paint job, and a man who regrets his decision blaming someone else. I usually have a lot of respect for Josh, but this video is something else... They shouldn't have to lower their price, just because he wants them to. Sorry that he feels shafted, but this one is on him. Especially if it was listed "as is"
@@elainemarie1473 Yes the guy did tell him that I had a few dings it was not a show car but he should have disclosed that it had been painted all over because then Josh could ask for more photos and made his mind up whether it was worth taking the chance of going there or not. It is not like Josh hopped in his vehicle and drove an hour or two to look at it and then make up his mind he was out hundreds of dollars for a plane ticket and then would have had purchase one for the way back. If the man would have disclosed the information and pictures of the bad body work and the moldings missing and the crappy paint job and the sanded windows and anything else that he knew was wrong with it and if Josh decided to take a chance on it that's all on him. As far as the $2,000 the guy knocked off it's a used car everybody ass more for something and then they come down that's just the rule of thumb that's how people do business and it makes Josh feel like he's getting a hell of a deal. Josh didn't make the final decision and yes it is on him and I understand why he got it he was already in there too far with the money he would have lost by having to go back home. Just using it for a daily driver going 60 mph nobody can see the bad work. Let's face it them damn things are ugly anyway so it didn't hurt the looks of it much.
Thanks Josh....good advice!
Thanks for sharing...I learned a lot from this episode.
As someone who owns a salvage yard here in Ga, I can tell you first hand that the Honda Element and the Toyota Prius are two of the most expensive Catalytic Converters out there because of the Platinum Palladium, and Rhodium content. Truth be told the seller is probably the one who arranged the converter swap! He probably knew this and doubled up his profit by scrapping the converter first! Still a very nice low mileage vehicle bro! Love your content!!
I have bought several salvage repair vehicles. Great deals if you can see the photos prior and know what you are getting yourself into. Saves about 50% off retail. I always leave myself time for an independent shop to look at the car. Takes the emotion out of the sale.
GREAT PSA Thanks for doing this
YOU JUST GOT SCHOOLED BROTHER...
Amen!! Hopefully this lesson helpf folks!! Have a backup plan!
This was an expensive and frustrating lesson. If I would have been smart I would have booked a return flight and walked away. I was in the middle of Atlanta with no escape plan, no transportation and a sock full of cash. Walk away and get robbed? Totally lose every dime I spent driving down and getting back or suck it up, buy it as a low mile car and get the heck out of there....I should have had a better plan. In poker I'd call this "pot committed" and I had all my chips on the table with a decent hand.....walk away and lose it all or continue to play and hope for a good outcome. Not smart
Sorry you got ripped off.Thanks for the video!
You screwed yourself. You should have walked long ago. Like you said, you took the risk.
Everyone makes mistakes, thank you for sharing and showing us I respect that
Sorry you got taken advantage of Josh. Thank you for sharing.
Really enjoy your work on the farm, etc. would have never figured you for an "Element" aficionado... So, how much are you willing to sell it for? Just kidding, but you could sense the excitement you had over purchasing it as well as the emotions involved. An emotional purchase often turns out to not be in our favor. Same sort of thing happened to me when I purchased a used quad a couple of years ago. Thanks for sharing.
thank you for your honesty - for some reason, people think it's ok to lie and cheat when it comes to used cars - i guess cause there are few reprocussions.
I really like the aromatic red cedar you were cutting on sawmill.
Note to self: “Don’t make any more split second decisions”. 😎
Yeah, that sukks. I've never bought a vehicle online- thanks for the warning!
ATL loves to do repaints. They have paint shops all over.
This is where you could help others by stating: never buy a car until you have a mechanic check it out.
Live and learn bud is what it is. Thanks for the info
Marketplace and Craigslist never forces anyone to part with their money that's on the buyer. Yes it would be nice if the seller would disclose all the flaws but that doesn't happen in the real world. I would of made the decision ahead of time that if something wasn't right i would of just walked away. I bought a work van out of state a few years ago and flew out and drove it back home but i was prepared to fly back if it didn't work out, took a chance and it has paid for itself many times over. When i got it home i was relieved it made it back with no problems, especially since I've never done something like that before. Thank you for sharing your experience.
The biggest rip off is the price of a new catalytic converter. Thanks for sharing your bad experience. I learned a lot
Hi JOSH, When things seem to be TOO good to be true, then something is most likely wrong! How much is it gonna soak You for getting the problems on BOTH CARS back up to par? Sounds like at least 5 K just for the converters?? BLESSED BE!
Maaco did a horrible job on my son's Mustang here in Fresno, Ca. They told him before hand that they would warranty their work. Afterwards, when the paint started peeling on the doors, just where you pointed out, they told him that they do not warranty their prep work. Such scumbags
Your purchase reminded me of a Country Song.
You've got to know when to hold 'em
Know when to fold 'em
Know when to walk away
And know when to run (You should have run)
Hopefully what you have found so far cosmetically is all that you will find. Good Luck with the little boxcar.
Seriously Look into paintless dent repair. You can get a half days work out of most for 4 or 500$. They can do wonders for hail damage. They'll take out headliner and you'll never know they were there. Good luck
When you saw the vehicle you should have reniged out of the deal. A 2007 with 29k miles is automatically sus.
Probably wrecked out sitting in a field for years! 😂
Josh, you learned A lesson do not bye until you see it. Love from lonnie in Brunswick county North Carolina.
Maaco is crap. I had a 1/4 panel and front valance on my mustang replaced and painted. Maaco put the part on my mustang, and baked the whole car, destroying the paint job. It was cracked everywhere. They had sprayed primer on my fog lights, left the tape on it, and they were not even screwed in. I could not prove they did it, I was young, they threatened legal action. Years later, my Dakota needed a paintjob, it was flaking off in hand sized pieces. Different Maaco. They wanted to charge me extra to buff out any hair or dirt that may make its way into the paint, I refused. I told them I did not want a paint over, I wanted it stripped and painted, they said that would take alot of time, I said I figure painting a car takes alot of time. When I got it back, there was hair and dirt in many areas of the paint. Then had not even dropped my tailgate, just took off the shell and did a cheap spray over, you could see the scratches still. I showed them the tailgate, they kept it a few more days to spray over that. They refused to budge on the strip vs paintover, saying show us where your paperwork says strip and paint. I said I told them no paint over, show me where it says you will do that. Again, a stalemate. I will never go to another Maaco.
You knew the car was flawed, they offered to take it back. Out 15k or out 700 to fly back home. You should have walked away, sorry man.
The Maaco here in Fresno, Ca does terrible quality work. Will never go back.
Josh, you should watch this video as if it was someone else. Since you "know" these inside & out, you would tell them to walk away. If you were"screwed" as you say, you did it to yourself. I xan't believe you bought it knowing this.
When you mentioned Bondo a guy I knew a long time ago would call Bondo "Betty Crocker's" as in Betty Crocker's icing.
Remember-- You can fix stupid but it’s gonna hurt!!
I got screwed by Ford in the early 2000’s when they sold me a faulty windshield wiper relay. Because I didn’t book an appointment with them and installed it myself (it’s plug and play) they didn’t let me exchange it for another one. I ended up calling a mechanic friend and they diagnosed the relay as the problem. I then went to an auto wrecker to scavenge a used one and it worked just fine. As a matter of fact it worked for many years after that until I sold the truck. My experience was so frustrating I vowed to never buy a Ford or Ford related vehicle ever again. Over 20 years later, they have yet to see another dime. We’ve purchased many newer vehicles since. Whatever business model they claim to abide by, they have failed on many levels.
Just get a aftermarket catalytic converter, a couple hundred bucks! They should make the whole section that just bolts on and you can screw your o2s right in, plus a aftermarket one will deter thief’s because they won’t get much for them.
This is what happens when you want something so bad but don’t investigate and have a professional inspect it. If it’s low miles expect it to be a rebuilder. I often buy totaled vehicles from private parties with clear titles, those are the good buys. I only buy old vehicles for cheap.
Was hear. Wooooo
Sorry to hear. scammers everywhere. Got to check everything twice
Good video never get to old to learn a lesson
I really don’t understand what your attraction to a kids car is but I hope you enjoy it.
Oh well glad you don't have to worry about scratching it I suppose 😢😮😊.. Like everything your buying always do your homework first , know what your looking at, and get the deal your happy with or walk away.. That honda kinda looks like a skoda Yeti 😮. Poor paintwork though prep was awful to... I could've done better with a rattle can. But I suppose it will make interesting content to put right if your keeping the wee thing.. stay safe 🏴
First, love your channel! I wouldn’t hesitate about giving his name, and I would turn him into Facebook marketplace and report him.
The LAST two times I asked a seller specific questions & they lied BOTH times, recently bought a 78 F150 , I asked the seller have you ever had this original Ford bed liner out? & what condition is the bed in? He said there was some pine straw there and a few holes, LOL , I get it home & pull it back and nearly the whole bottom front panel corner is rusted out, the truck had other easy to see rust, & I even looked under it while he had it on his trailer, BUT due to the time, distance & rush I just OVERLOOKED the bed rust out, to be honest I was SO IMPRESSED with the running, driving, of the truck & the original NON hacked wiring I felt good about it, drove it 3 hours back home no issues, and even took $1000 less than what he was asking.
I found a used 4Runner on FBMP, it had some work done to it, frame rails replaced due to rust... But looked like a straight vehicle for what it was. I asked the owner to shoot me the vin number so I could do a bit of research on the vehicle. He immediately blocked me and took the vehicle off sale... Hmm... I went to a dealership and bought a nice 2013 Honda Pilot. It has a few minor mechanical issues, but nothing I cannot fix in the driveway. They typical items one would expect with a J series motor with 114,000 miles. So far, very happy!
Sorry for your loss
Did someone die?
It’s probably best to have a plan B before heading off on an expedition like this.
Always!
I’ve been looking for a used vehicle and scammers are everywhere. I called on one and lady said it had no issues and looked great and sent me pictures of one little ding on the bumper. I drove for a hour to see it and noticed the white vehicle had no paint on the roof or side of vehicle and white shoe polish was used to cover the missing paint for pictures. One rim was different than the rest and a brake was dragging and had a flat tire. Yes I did have a appointment to look at and drive the vehicle. I am so tired of dishonest lying people.
There is junk on bring a trailer also
In order to save myself thousands of wasted dollars, needless further aggravation, and probable embarrassment when others learn about the situation outcome, I would have gladly rented a car one way and driven the 5 hours from Atlanta to the Greensboro airport for less than $200, including gas. Not sure why that wasn't the immediate response/reaction in this situation. THAT folks is the actual lesson shared in this video in my humble opinion. Do better making important decisions.
I agree...but in the moment I had to make a decision....great car a little beat up or fly home and waste money
@@StoneyRidgeFarmer The back up plan was to get a motel and sleep on it.
So did you buy to drive or resell? I realize you paid more for it than what you should’ve. But if you want or need it to be pristine get all the discrepancies fixed an repainted again by a top body shop an call it a day. Remember buyer beware. Love the channel drive it till the wheels fall off!
Farmer buying a poodle instead of a Tibetan Mastiff...HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAH
As a Auto Tech since May of '00, all I can say is atleast you can verify the mileage. Pretty much 1 out of 3 vehicles we come across DAILY have large mileage descrepancies. 90% of the major dealers and just about all small used dealers are adjusting mileage. GMs seem to be the easiest, then Ford, Toyota, and Honda. I believe the gauge cluster repair guys in all these areas are the main ones to blame.
Sounds like a Co-part flip..... Probably a washed salvage title from another state that was fixed up then sold in a state where title is NOT branded as salvage
Lesson learned. Now drive it until the wheels fall off. If it is sound mechanically, drive it. Sure it sux that the body work is crap, but drive it.
So you saw all these issues and still bought it? Not sure what you’re complaining about. I can see a reason for the wife to complain though lol.
I'm sharing this with you so it never happens to you my friend...I agree...I was foolish
did you look at it at night with your shades on?
I guess live and learn. Been there. Another project? Should've just ate the 705$ bucks and flew home. Not sure if you have any repercussions if a refund was offered
Yup, a lesson to be learned.
A crap paint job is about the least bad thing to look for from private sellers. That's a solid car, even if it is ugly.
Did you pay for the car before you went to Atlanta?
It must have been an outlandish hail storm.
Caveat emptor. Give any potential purchase a thorough inspection and test drive in person. Make sure the engine is ice cold before you start it.
It's easy to be a Monday Morning Quarterback. 2 types of people in this world. Those who have been scammed who realize it later and those who have been scammed and still don't have a clue.
Almost everybody lies or suppresses key information. Its just the nature of the beast. Honestly its in way better shape than anything I have bought lately. I tried to get my truck resprayed at Maaco and they want $7500. I have a written quote its not some bs story. I made a short on it. So I just live with faded clear coat..
That's more than hail damage the left side has more than likely been hit
😮 ANOTHER HUGE SCAM IS WHEN SELLERS OFFER TO SHIP & REIMBURSE SHIPPING COST USING A PAY APP. YOU'LL LOSE CAR & MONEY!!!
BTW? JOSH is there a way to absolutely KNOW "if" the odometer has been tampered with?
This is why I only buy items off FB I can drive and see in person.
Anyone remember the old adds about getting those quick, same day, paint jobs?
U can look up when the hail event occurred. Conyers, GA.
Definitely won’t pay in full without seeing it in person. A deposit about as far as I will go.
bam! That's the lesson learned here....don't buy the one way ticket....have a backup plan in place if you do something like this and for goodness sakes pay with a bank certified check v/s cash. I was going to be stranded near downtown Atlanta with a sock full of cash and no way home.....so I chose the most simple route, suck it up and buy the car, deal with the damaged part later and teach folks what I did wrong
@@StoneyRidgeFarmer Absolutely, and the kind of seller you need/want to deal with will be understanding of that.
FYI, Carfax is not correct all of the time. I purchased my car in 2007 from the showroom. went to trade it in a few weeks ago and the car fax report shows 9 accidents. I know I had two minor bruises. Had the windshield replaced twice once from stone damage and another from freeze thaw hard crack. Carfax shows the the windshield replacement as accidents. I was told that if you went through the insurance company or if someone was given a ticket if they ran into you it is show as an accident even if you did not file an insurance claim. Basically car fax collects every bit of data and classifies it as an accident.