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WARNING TO ALL MEMBERS -( and others)

There are many Internet scams going on these days. When you are either buying or selling over the Internet (and in magazines) you can easily fall victim to any one of these unless you are very careful. Buying is obvious, you may be cheated and not get what you have paid for. However, selling is a different matter. We cannot go into detail because there are just too many types of fraud to cover but two of the most common are: 

The Refund - In this scam the person who is buying sends you a deposit larger than you asked for.  Then they contact you, make up some story and ask for a refund of the overpayment. You send them your cheque or money order only to find that their cheque, Cashiers check, Bank Draft, etc, is a phony. Your money is gone and it is doubtful that you will ever collect it a the person you were dealing with probably doesn't really exist. Worse, you send your goods thinking that you have been paid and then the phony cheque comes back.  Please note that it can take up to two months for a phony cheque to be returned as the bank will process it.  The genuine customer may not notice this until they receive their statement in the mail and that could be up to a month from the time it is processed.  Bank drafts and Cashiers checks from the US are safer, but they are often forged and can take up to three weeks to be returned.

Fishing For Information - In this scam there is no intention to purchase.  The "purchaser" simply wants to steal your goods. Lets say you advertise your car - a 55 T-Bird, for sale. There are organized gangs of car thieves out there and, if they are looking for a 55 Bird, once they see your ad, make contact and find out exactly what you have, your name, address, phone number, etc. they have all the information they need. Do not ever give out this information to anyone you do not know - at least until you are completely satisfied the deal is genuine. But this is very difficult to do because today's thieves are sophisticated. Example: You make a deal, you receive a deposit in the mail, the cheque or draft is genuine, so you think everything is OK. Sorry, that could be the scam so you will now relax. The "purchaser" completes the deal with a phony cheque or draft and drives away in your car. 

The problem is, if you are too guarded, this makes it very difficult to do business and the genuine purchaser now becomes wary thinking you are the phony as you won't give any info.

What to do? One of the ways to protect yourself is to use services such a Pay Pal so you have third party taking the responsibility for the funds. Another in the case of a large transaction, could be to use a lawyer, or Notary,  and insist that the funds come from a law office (your lawyer would do this anyway). That way, you are protected by the legal system and your lawyer's liability insurance.

The bottom line is: Not only is it Buyer Beware, as it has always been, it is now Seller Beware!!

Vehicles for  Sale   posted January, 2010

1978 Mustang II coupe. 302 cu in V8 engine, 4 speed transmission, 145,000 km. FACTORY OPTIONS: power disk brakes, flip up sun roof, 4 way adjustable driver’s seat, power steering, dual sport mirrors, AM radio, day/night inside mirror. Very good mechanical condition, air cared until June 2010. New: exhaust, muffler, front brakes, master cylinder. Recent new: heater core, front shocks, belts, temp sender, rear brakes, water pump. Also replaced (used): power steering rack, gas tank, heater motor, radiator. Tires good. Needs minor body work, paint job, interior carpets, driver’s seat upholstery. $1,900 obo call Peter: (604) 436-4547 (Vancouver) pfindlay@duetsoftware.ca

1960 VW Beetle One owner, rare 'Canadian Custom' edition, 65,000 orig mi, garage kept for 40 years, Indigo Blue.  All original.   Collector quality.  $13,000 Located in Victoria, BC. Contact: Brian Gartshore at (250) 656-0974 or briangartshore@shaw.ca

1973 Willys Jeepster Commando, fibreglass top and new conv. top.  V8 auto 4x4, 2 sets of wheels.  Excellent shape. $16,900 obo.  Will consider older collector or Harley Davidson in trade. Call Al (250) 495-2872 or (250) 689-5045 (South Okanagan)

1964 Olds Starfire, 2 dr ht.  Purchased from orig owner. 394 cu 345 hp.  Excellent orig shape - collector plates $18,500 obo. Will consider older collector or Harley Davidson in trade. Call Al (250) 495-2872 or (250) 689-5045 (South Okanagan)

1960 Morris Minor Conv. Grey with Black Top.  The following have been replaced with new: Top, carpets, front seats, tires, master cylinder, rear seal, top end plus other small items. Have all receipts.  Asking $9,500 Call Albin at (250) 490-4150 (South Okanagan) beydaks@shaw.ca

1956 Ford Consul MKI Estate Wagon Very, very rare.  For the true Collector whose not afraid to spend some money.  I belong to the 5 Star Club in the UK and have been told that I have the only one in North America, they know of one in Australia and five in the UK.  Over $20,000 has been spent on complete Body Work Paint and Engine Over Haul alone.  Only interested parties please.  Call Albin (250) 490-4150 (South Okanagan) beydaks@shaw.ca

1966 Mercury special edition half ton pickup. All orig and low mi, with very decent interior, driveable but body front end removed and repaired. Excellent trim and grill etc, and perfect tailgate. Some rust from rear of cab to box. I am second owner and have all registration and org papers from the first sale at Begg Motors in Vancouver. I am selling only due to ill health and old age. Asking $10,000 and drive it onto your trailer. (250) 306-4863 in evenings and ask for Les. (Armstrong BC)

1932 Chev Confederate BA 3 window coupe, blue colour.  Mint condition, Canadian car.  Trophy car. $28,000 Call Guy (250) 494-1126 (Summerland) brendahenley@shaw.ca

1982 Delorean - Stainless Steel, auto, 9,000 orig mi.  $28,000 Call Guy (250) 494-1126 (Summerland) brendahenley@shaw.ca

1985 Mercedes Benz 380 SL with both a soft and hard top.  Baby blue colour.  $15,000 Call Guy (250) 494-1126 (Summerland) brendahenley@shaw.ca

1939 Mack 1½ T on duals - all original - stored inside - Steve Andersen,      Andersen Turf Farm, Mission, BC

1964 Corvair 2 Dr Coupe (Project) - all parts to complete included $1,500. - Mike (604) 591-3028

1939 Packard 120.  Estate Sale Lead: This dark blue sedan was previously owned by long time member Ed Aveling.  It is an excellent tour car which starts and runs beautifully.  Equipped with several Packard factory options including overdrive and comes with many spare parts and NOS service items.  Engine has recently been professionally rebuilt.  Car comes with a complete dossier of service and restoration work done.  Call Peter Trant for more information and for arrangements to view.  email ptrant@shaw.ca  phone (604) 803-1032 or (604) 263-7900