I think you are wise.
Do I sell it?
Heel & Toe
Joined: May 2007
Posts: 24
Likes: 0
From: Near Pittsburgh PA
Suspicious
I am suspicious of this, make sure you get payment in cash. This guy gives you a check, even a self-proclaimed "cashier's check", then hops that car on a boat, and the check is bad, you are screwed.
Second, if he can buy another vette just like yours or newer with same money, why is he pushing you so much? Sounds fishy.
Or, like already mentioned, consider other consequences. What if his motor cooks in a week? How would that imact your professional relationship? What if he now implies "you owe him" since he "overpaid" for the car?
Too many red flags for me. Greed can blind you. I'd avoid.
Second, if he can buy another vette just like yours or newer with same money, why is he pushing you so much? Sounds fishy.
Or, like already mentioned, consider other consequences. What if his motor cooks in a week? How would that imact your professional relationship? What if he now implies "you owe him" since he "overpaid" for the car?
Too many red flags for me. Greed can blind you. I'd avoid.
Last edited by mk3cn4; May 10, 2007 at 11:00 AM.
Team Owner
Joined: May 2006
Posts: 21,473
Likes: 356
From: Palmdale, Ca----- 2009 Cyber Gray 4LT A6 F55 452 RWHP 422 RWTQ- RIP 1998 C5 734 RWHP & 585 RWTQ-----
Take enough to make it worth it ! Like he says!
Perhaps you could upgrade with the extra monies or pay some bills and still get a clean and perhaps already modded Vette to replace yours!
That will be a hard decision but if I were offered I might just do it and do an upgrade myself!
Thanks,matt
Perhaps you could upgrade with the extra monies or pay some bills and still get a clean and perhaps already modded Vette to replace yours!
That will be a hard decision but if I were offered I might just do it and do an upgrade myself!
Thanks,matt
Drifting
Joined: Apr 2007
Posts: 1,689
Likes: 3
From: Havelock North Carolina
I am suspicious of this, make sure you get payment in cash. This guy gives you a check, even a self-proclaimed "cashier's check", then hops that car on a boat, and the check is bad, you are screwed.
Second, if he can buy another vette just like yours or newer with same money, why is he pushing you so much? Sounds fishy.
Or, like already mentioned, consider other consequences. What if his motor cooks in a week? How would that imact your professional relationship? What if he now implies "you owe him" since he "overpaid" for the car?
Too many red flags for me. Greed can blind you. I'd avoid.
Second, if he can buy another vette just like yours or newer with same money, why is he pushing you so much? Sounds fishy.
Or, like already mentioned, consider other consequences. What if his motor cooks in a week? How would that imact your professional relationship? What if he now implies "you owe him" since he "overpaid" for the car?
Too many red flags for me. Greed can blind you. I'd avoid.
Tech Contributor
Joined: Dec 2006
Posts: 10,962
Likes: 29
From: Van Buren Arkansas
Wounded Warrior Escort '11
My concerns are for the ethical and legal concerns for doing business with the representative of another company in regards to your position with your company. It can be viewed as favoritism and any part of negotiations between your company and their company would instantly become suspect. Remember that the governments get involved in transactions from one company to another country. Someone willing to pay you more than your car is worth, when they can easily go by one from someone else at a normal price, leads to suspicion right away. If it turns out that something illegal is beinig done in violation of the law regarding fair practices and so on, then you could be facing severe legal problems. Be careful whatever you do, but I suggest that you do not do personal business with a client.
Thread Starter
Racer
Joined: Jul 2004
Posts: 303
Likes: 6
Here's my answer back
My answer:
Maurizio,
I've thought about it and looked at it from all sides but cannot bring myself to depart with this car. I much prefer this body style to the newer version and I have all the options that I wanted on it.
Ciao
His reply:
I understand, though I regret.
I’ll evaluate the option to buy a new one (first I should ask a salary increase to my boss!).
Thank you and enjoy your drive.
Ciao
As far as the ethics were involved, there was no problem. All the high ups in both companies knew about it and were laughing about his offer.
So I'll be keeping the car it took me 25 years to get.
Maurizio,
I've thought about it and looked at it from all sides but cannot bring myself to depart with this car. I much prefer this body style to the newer version and I have all the options that I wanted on it.
Ciao
His reply:
I understand, though I regret.
I’ll evaluate the option to buy a new one (first I should ask a salary increase to my boss!).
Thank you and enjoy your drive.
Ciao
As far as the ethics were involved, there was no problem. All the high ups in both companies knew about it and were laughing about his offer.
So I'll be keeping the car it took me 25 years to get.
Burning Brakes
Joined: Mar 2006
Posts: 903
Likes: 0
From: Fontana CA
Safety Car
Joined: May 2007
Posts: 3,664
Likes: 49
From: Atlanta GA
Honestly? Don't be stupid. If he can offer you what you paid retail for your yellow vette, why can't he buy a yellow c6 instead? Sounds like a scam to me...I would be very suspicous about it IMO.
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Racer
Joined: Jun 2005
Posts: 361
Likes: 0
From: Waco Texas
Hey Brucksch
Remember, he said "I would like to make you an offer that you can not refuse!". Is he related to the Corleone family?
Anyway, go ahead and sell it and buy that early year C3 you've been wanting. Here is an example I found for you.... Oh, if you buy it, I need to drive it at least once!
Stock #2486 1971 Corvette Body build date of December 28th 1970. Excellent code correct classic white (972) exterior, code correct black (400) interior, #'s matching 454/365hp LS5 engine (1 of only 5,097) with a November 30, 1970 casting date. TH400 auto transmission, posi rear-end, factory A/C, power steering, power brakes, power windows, Alpine AM/FM CD stereo, rally wheels, BFG radial raised letter tires, tilt-n-tele steering column, detailed engine compartment, all factory gauges in excellent working condition. Excellent example of a Southern Rust Free Frame! Very highly optioned '71 Coupe! Free Warranty $29,900 or 15% down with payments as low as $444/month. W.A.C.
Remember, I have a small connection with this guy.
Vic
Remember, he said "I would like to make you an offer that you can not refuse!". Is he related to the Corleone family?
Anyway, go ahead and sell it and buy that early year C3 you've been wanting. Here is an example I found for you.... Oh, if you buy it, I need to drive it at least once!
Stock #2486 1971 Corvette Body build date of December 28th 1970. Excellent code correct classic white (972) exterior, code correct black (400) interior, #'s matching 454/365hp LS5 engine (1 of only 5,097) with a November 30, 1970 casting date. TH400 auto transmission, posi rear-end, factory A/C, power steering, power brakes, power windows, Alpine AM/FM CD stereo, rally wheels, BFG radial raised letter tires, tilt-n-tele steering column, detailed engine compartment, all factory gauges in excellent working condition. Excellent example of a Southern Rust Free Frame! Very highly optioned '71 Coupe! Free Warranty $29,900 or 15% down with payments as low as $444/month. W.A.C.
Remember, I have a small connection with this guy.
Vic
Drifting
Joined: Jun 2002
Posts: 1,945
Likes: 41
From: Corinth TX
My concerns are for the ethical and legal concerns for doing business with the representative of another company in regards to your position with your company. It can be viewed as favoritism and any part of negotiations between your company and their company would instantly become suspect. Remember that the governments get involved in transactions from one company to another country. Someone willing to pay you more than your car is worth, when they can easily go by one from someone else at a normal price, leads to suspicion right away. If it turns out that something illegal is beinig done in violation of the law regarding fair practices and so on, then you could be facing severe legal problems. Be careful whatever you do, but I suggest that you do not do personal business with a client.
Tech Contributor
Joined: Dec 2006
Posts: 10,962
Likes: 29
From: Van Buren Arkansas
Wounded Warrior Escort '11
I was more concerned for this gentleman that something fishy was going on. It sparks more red flags when the two companies(assuming), are involved. I can see someone offering a little more for a well-kept car and all the mods over blue-book, but if there are any trade negotiations taking place and other possible companies or bidders and etc... then there are legal difficulties to be considered. I especially was concerned that this buyer could have easily taken his money elsewhere and spent less for the same car. Its very possible it was all above-board, but if it wasn't in the slightest, it isn't worth time in the gray-bar hotel.
