1rino56

C5SCCA

I would use an escrow account that releases the funds when both of you meet your obligations.

1rino56

grantv

Honestly... I wouldn't even consider this. Go see the car, test drive it, exchange money and keys. Otherwise pass. Just me maybe.

jz94

C5SCCA

You should use an escrow account service. Escrow.com is a good place to start. It'll protect you both.

Doug1

This exactly. Reign in your emotions and excitement. Be wise.
Those of us here who have integrity and are upright, tend to think that about others, not always true, I know it's sad, but it's the world now we live in.

Vetteman Jack

Best to be safe than sorry.

laurent_zo6

Do not wire the money. As others have mentioned, use an escrow service. Per Google: " a bond, deed, or other document kept in the custody of a third party and taking effect only when a specified condition has been fulfilled.".

rrwirsi

Many years ago, a person's word and a handshake is all you needed. Not now. If you have never been burned by someone's promises (I was), then do not make this financial transaction be your first. As others have suggested, don't buy unless you see the car in person and complete the purchase. Hope all works out for you.

bubba99

No way I would buy anything in this manner. The car could need thousands of dollars in repairs for starters. And, once the paperwork is done, he doesn't have to ship it even if you did pay shipping. Good luck.

fake

Never buy it unless you drive it, and never buy in the dark unless it is in a well lighted area.

Forcedvert

tabbruzz

Too many ways for you to get screwed in this transaction. I would walk away.

Robrote

I gotta be honest here. If I was the seller I would walk away. "I wanna sell my Vette". Buyer- I'll take it. We need to set up and escrow account, or I'm going to wire you money, site unseen. Sounds shady all the way around.

bighank

Several months ago my son was looking for a Chevy Silverado. We saw many listings on Craigslist, some with lovely pictures and very low, almost unbelievable prices. Calling the phone numbers with weird area codes and no answering but going to voicemail was typical of most of the "bargain" vehicles. Got emails back with several recurrent BS. Son died and I want to get rid of his truck, Husband divorced and I want to get rid of his truck.. Have various medical conditions and need the money. NONE OF THESE COULD SHOW ME THE ADVERTISED TRUCK. Did find several people who had real trucks and most had something major wrong with them and would not pass state inspection or ran terribly.
If you want this car that bad you can drive or fly over to inspect it and test drive it to see it doesn't need a new engine or transmission. Should have a clear title not rebuilt or salvage.
Good Luck.

xWS6guy

This situation is exactly what escrow is for. Remember, the seller has skepticism too, hence the reason he's not releasing the car until funds have cleared.

Escrow is fairly cheap and simple. There are a few reputable escrow sites out there. Have a professional inspection done prior to submitting funds, put funds into escrow, have him ship the car, release the funds when you receive the car.

1rino56

tabbruzz

I think you are better off seeing it so you know exactly what you are getting...good luck

bc6152

It is incorrect that both parties must be present when transferring title in Pennsylvania. In July 2017 I drove to New Hampshire to buy a '98. Had it inspected, oil changed, signed and notarized title in hand, obtained a transport tag from N.H., and drove it home to Bucks County, PA. Next day went to the tag store and applied for PA registration with a Bill of Sale and paid the sales tax. On this proposed sale I would do either of these things: Drive there with money in hand and get a signed title, open a third party escrow account, or have someone inspect the car before paying money out.