Anyone get E-mails about our cars? Offered to buy my car

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Anyone get E-mails about our cars? Offered to buy my car

January 16, 2008, 03:54:51 AM

I am just wondering if this is legit-please read e-mail to me attatched below. I've considered selling my 88' (yes, as nice a shape as it is in and almost no rust), but not 100% just yet. The facts on the car:

Good:
100% Stock XR7 (except radio)
112,000 on Odometer - Car originaly from New Orleans area- bought 3 years ago.
Rust free body - except where someone broke into car and small damage on drivers door
Tires in great shape
Heater core, radiator and hoses replaced.
Air conditioner still works, but needs filled, and has the NEW air system already installed as well. Car was kept garaged and very well taken care of before I bought it. Paint still shines after a good waxing as well.
Suspension kept up by original owner

Bad:
Needs a bit exhaust work-yet to look into
During moist weather and sitting for short times, sputters/stalls a bit until car is warmed up a litlle.
Interior almost perfect except for hood release hangs loose.
One other small issue - Car has been hit in rear at one time, causing a leak into the trunk - recent (had to seal to keep from damaging fuel sending unit.
I think that's it-1 more-drivers door window is not working

If legit, what anyone thinks its worth?

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My name is Paul Orduno. I saw your cougar on the Coolcats page. The reason for this email is that I a looking for a 1988 Cougar that has not been trashed with all kinds of junk. I use to have a 1988 Blue Max Edition until I washiznit in a four way going to work. Do you know anyone that may have a similar cougar or would you be willing to sell your cougar. I understand that is a big question! I am really looking for a decent cougar. I am 26 Staff sergeants in the Army and currently deployed to Afghanistan so I can't look at it if you are willing to sell. I am from findlay Ohio so I have a brother that might be willing to go look at the car if need be. Thank you for you time and would appreciate if you would email me back

Very Respectfully
SSG Paul Orduno

Anyone get E-mails about our cars? Offered to buy my car

Reply #1 – January 16, 2008, 06:51:58 AM

You could possibly go through the Armed Forces to verify his story... if he is willing to identify himself via his Military service number...

Anyone get E-mails about our cars? Offered to buy my car

Reply #2 – January 16, 2008, 08:29:04 AM

Yeah dude sell it, from the looks of your sig people can't even walk on the sidewalk in front of your house lol.

Anyone get E-mails about our cars? Offered to buy my car

Reply #3 – January 16, 2008, 08:47:57 AM

If he is a scammer he's done his homework (talking about having previously owned a Blue Max). That being said, have you ever indicated anywhere that you might be willing to sell it? If not it seems kind of odd that somebody would message you out of the blue like that...

Regardless, to protect yourself remember the golden rule: CASH ONLY. Cashier's checks, money orders, etc, are all too easy to fake to be trusted.

Anyone get E-mails about our cars? Offered to buy my car

Reply #4 – January 16, 2008, 09:09:44 AM

Vic if you sell that car I get first dibs! But you can't sell it!

Anyone get E-mails about our cars? Offered to buy my car

Reply #5 – January 16, 2008, 10:10:45 AM

it's probably legit... I have emailed a few people around here from cardomain, asking them to sell.....

Anyone get E-mails about our cars? Offered to buy my car

Reply #6 – January 16, 2008, 11:38:37 AM

As long as its not Ali Baba trying to send you 1 million for your car, the rest you send back to him. It seems like a legit email.

Anyone get E-mails about our cars? Offered to buy my car

Reply #7 – January 16, 2008, 11:42:38 AM

look what I found.
Messages to our Sky Soldiers in Afghanistan.

Quote from: http://www.173rdairborne.com/1-afghannews0305.htm

To Spc Paul Orduno! I love you sweetheart! I miss you so much, and think of you absolutely every second of everyday. Stay safe and warm and just remember how wonderful it was coming home from Iraq...and how great it will be when you come home again! The time will go by fast and you'll be home soon and back in my arms! Stay focused on your mission and keep your spirits high, always know that I am thinking of you and missing you. Te amo con todo mi corazon. Until tomorrow, your wife-Amanda

Fits his story to a tee.

Anyone get E-mails about our cars? Offered to buy my car

Reply #8 – January 16, 2008, 11:47:58 AM

Found his 55 meter hurdle times too. From the University of Findley OHIO. 2001

Looks like he went to high school from 1996-2000 in Carey OH.

Anyone get E-mails about our cars? Offered to buy my car

Reply #9 – January 16, 2008, 12:23:39 PM

I wouldn't say he's not legit. But, was his email address .army.mil or another .mil type address?

He would not be using a .com email address.

Anyone get E-mails about our cars? Offered to buy my car

Reply #10 – January 16, 2008, 01:41:37 PM

Thanks for the replies guys. Main reason I'm thinking of selling is because I would like to at least enjoy the other cars that i own before the age of 50, and before the cougar 50th anniversery and so forth. I really do have more cats in my bag than I can deal with. Then of course there is always the idea of owning an early model kitty as well. I would also like to go to CatJam with at least a few $$$ in my pocket as well.

thunder306-u do hav a point :hick:

CougarSE-thanks fer the research, u da man. and I'm still wanting to bring my turbo up for u to work on to be road worthy.

He seems ready to deal as well. I got a reply.

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If you were to sell what might you be considering for a price? I understand the sentimental value thing.

GUYS!!! PRICE, anyone????????????

Anyone get E-mails about our cars? Offered to buy my car

Reply #11 – January 16, 2008, 01:57:27 PM

I had someone randomly email me a few months ago asking me to sell my kitty (the sender saw it on coolcats as well), so it isn't that random. As long as you are careful with the sale, it should be fine.

Anyone get E-mails about our cars? Offered to buy my car

Reply #12 – January 16, 2008, 02:04:54 PM

He's obviusly looking for one that is totally un-modified, which is what I have as well. There are others, but not real close to his home as well.

Anyone get E-mails about our cars? Offered to buy my car

Reply #13 – January 16, 2008, 02:18:48 PM

Quote from: yellow86coogr;198060

Anyone get E-mails about our cars?

Not from anyone who has actually seen a picture of my car, no! :hick:

Anyone get E-mails about our cars? Offered to buy my car

Reply #14 – January 16, 2008, 03:15:04 PM

You have no worries if someone locally can deal with you and pay you for it. Be sure to have another person with you whenever meeting with someone, rather than just yourself.