Your opinion on This R

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http://www.itrca.com/forums/viewtopic.php?f=21&t=10940 Nice looking car, good price, but lots of rust

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[crumbsnatcher]

That is my car.

Yes, it has some rust but nothing that can't be repaired or brougt back to life. I'm the 2nd owner and have had it since 46k back in 05. The car didn't come to me in pristine condition so that is the reason for the accelerated rust. I just never had the chance or money to restore this car like I set out to. Work, life, and 3 kids puts a car out of priority. The car is bone stock and only mod is HID plug n play kit that will come with the car. The only other major item is the fact that this car has 2 keys from being broken into once, but was never stolen. The steering column was damaged and Acura replaced it, but didn't match keys because owner wanted to save on cost. It didn't bother me. All VIN# matches everywhere on car. Carfax is clean.

It is a great value for a bone stock R since the only thing people are getting for this price are GSRs with ghetto swaps, salvaged Rs, or just a shell. I have received hundreds of emails, calls, and inquires on the car, but eveyone are just out to waste my time. Offers that flaked out because the buyers had no intention of really buying the car from the beginning. The classic "I've got CASH on hand" statement, but don't return your calls or emails after making an offer.

I've priced the car aggressively in recent weeks to just get the car sold and reclaim my garage space for my '09 Legacy GT and winter storage. I'm hoping the NC buyer will come through on his offer and intent to purchase this car. Otherwise it will be back on the 4-sale block.

[crumbsnatcher]

How have you guys completed a transaction that involves a cashier's check from a bank that I can't cash locally to clear the funds??? I prefer cash, but buyer is sending me a cashier's check a few days prior to arriving. In return, I'll be sending signed title to the buyer. This will give me a few days to deposit and hopefully the check will clear by the time buyer arrives. Sound fair? What if check hadn't clear yet by the time buyer arrives? I'm pretty much SOL if buyer drives off with car and check ends up bouncing afterwards. I'm just trying to avoid the pitfalls of some private sale nightmare stories I've heard. What are your thoughts?

[IntegType7]

Originally Posted by crumbsnatcher

How have you guys completed a transaction that involves a cashier's check from a bank that I can't cash locally to clear the funds??? I prefer cash, but buyer is sending me a cashier's check a few days prior to arriving. In return, I'll be sending signed title to the buyer. This will give me a few days to deposit and hopefully the check will clear by the time buyer arrives. Sound fair? What if check hadn't clear yet by the time buyer arrives? I'm pretty much SOL if buyer drives off with car and check ends up bouncing afterwards. I'm just trying to avoid the pitfalls of some private sale nightmare stories I've heard. What are your thoughts?

Hello crumbsnatcher! its Ren! If the deal doesn't go through, I'll purchase that Type R right off your hands but i have to wait 5 months just to get the money! but i am close to your price point!

[itrSteez]

Originally Posted by IntegType7

The seller said the car is still available

itrca post says otherwise. Transaction is going down next week.

[IntegType7]

Originally Posted by itrSteez

itrca post says otherwise. Transaction is going down next week.

I'm fine with that

[mooeys racing]

car sounds like a good deal, i paid 11k for my type R, and it was about as good as this one(keep in mind phoenix yellow).... and my seller didnt want to do a cashiers check but i had my bank put the vin # on the check and had my bank manger call him and it all worked out ok.... had to drive 680 miles but i love the car, I've had a lot of different hondas mostly civics, crxs, and DAs but i love the type R.... but ya car sounds like a good deal

[bigJdown]

nice car. I love it

[itrSteez]

Originally Posted by crumbsnatcher

How have you guys completed a transaction that involves a cashier's check from a bank that I can't cash locally to clear the funds??? I prefer cash, but buyer is sending me a cashier's check a few days prior to arriving. In return, I'll be sending signed title to the buyer. This will give me a few days to deposit and hopefully the check will clear by the time buyer arrives. Sound fair? What if check hadn't clear yet by the time buyer arrives? I'm pretty much SOL if buyer drives off with car and check ends up bouncing afterwards. I'm just trying to avoid the pitfalls of some private sale nightmare stories I've heard. What are your thoughts?

I bet direct communication between your bank and mine could alleviate your worries. I'll call them when they open, like I said I have cash on hand as well but I'm not really trying to go that route if necessary. Don't worry dude, I'll figure out something that works for you one way or another.

[Ed 341]

itrSteez: looks like the dipstick tube is loose(all the grime near the engine code) some hondabond or JB weld will take care of it.

Such a good deal, with a couple fun little projects that'll clean it up nicely

[JDM_nUt]

iI'd pick it up if I hadn't already bought my ITR sheezzz I coulda saved $4k/ I mean spent that on mods/getting rid of the rust on that ITR. Someone buy it and treat her good!

[itrSteez]

Originally Posted by Ed 341

itrSteez: looks like the dipstick tube is loose(all the grime near the engine code) some hondabond or JB weld will take care of it.

Such a good deal, with a couple fun little projects that'll clean it up nicely

good find, thanks! I look forward to picking this up. Hopefully it's not snowing up there.

[follie gatts]

Originally Posted by crumbsnatcher

How have you guys completed a transaction that involves a cashier's check from a bank that I can't cash locally to clear the funds??? I prefer cash, but buyer is sending me a cashier's check a few days prior to arriving. In return, I'll be sending signed title to the buyer. This will give me a few days to deposit and hopefully the check will clear by the time buyer arrives. Sound fair? What if check hadn't clear yet by the time buyer arrives? I'm pretty much SOL if buyer drives off with car and check ends up bouncing afterwards. I'm just trying to avoid the pitfalls of some private sale nightmare stories I've heard. What are your thoughts?

that sounds like a scam. don't send your title anywhere. if he can get a cashier's check, he can get cash and hand it to you when he comes to pick up the car. once he has your signed title, he can come take the car before you have any money, and if the check is a kite you are SOL.

edit: just noticed the recent posts--if its itrSteez then i apologize for saying it might be a scam.

[itrSteez]

Originally Posted by follie gatts

that sounds like a scam. don't send your title anywhere. if he can get a cashier's check, he can get cash and hand it to you when he comes to pick up the car. once he has your signed title, he can come take the car before you have any money, and if the check is a kite you are SOL.

edit: just noticed the recent posts--if its itrSteez then i apologize for saying it might be a scam.

lol, alright here's the deal. I bank with USAA, I have no interest in paying cash for this car, my bank gave me 7.69% and I can smoke that with investing the cash in other venues. I told him he would have the check in his hands on tuesday, the transaction wouldn't take place till friday afternoon, giving effectively 4 business days for it to clear. My last transaction from the same bank in August only took 24 hours. This is not some western-union cashiers check, it's a certified bank check from a major national bank.

USAA said his bank was more than welcome to call them at their 1800 number, and verify the funds; from there he would have a check with his name on it, the exact amount and a corresponding check number that says the same exact as the banking institution says when you called their 1800 number. Correct me if I'm wrong but is there any room for a scam anywhere in there?

I also said I'd scan all documents to prove I'm a real person (license, passport, mortgage statement, property tax records, etc). There is really only so much I can do.

Do any of you smell anything fishy? I have enough vouches for me on the ITR boards alone that this should be a worry-free event.

[Dave_B]

I've done this, the exact same way. Have the banks coordinate the funds and the buyer and seller have nothing to worry about. The sellers banks can verify the funds via the check or 1800 number and that should alleviate all issues of worry.

[follie gatts]

Originally Posted by itrSteez

lol, alright here's the deal. I bank with USAA, I have no interest in paying cash for this car, my bank gave me 7.69% and I can smoke that with investing the cash in other venues. I told him he would have the check in his hands on tuesday, the transaction wouldn't take place till friday afternoon, giving effectively 4 business days for it to clear. My last transaction from the same bank in August only took 24 hours. This is not some western-union cashiers check, it's a certified bank check from a major national bank.

USAA said his bank was more than welcome to call them at their 1800 number, and verify the funds; from there he would have a check with his name on it, the exact amount and a corresponding check number that says the same exact as the banking institution says when you called their 1800 number. Correct me if I'm wrong but is there any room for a scam anywhere in there?

I also said I'd scan all documents to prove I'm a real person (license, passport, mortgage statement, property tax records, etc). There is really only so much I can do.

Do any of you smell anything fishy? I have enough vouches for me on the ITR boards alone that this should be a worry-free event.

i didn't notice your posts until after i wrote what i had. i actually run a few websites to track online classified ad scams, so my first reaction to any transactions that don't occur face to face is usually not favorable.

after i saw you posting in response about your bank, it was clear to me that you are the guy with the cashier's check. and 7.69% is a nice APR on a secured loan right now.

[itrSteez]

I never thought I'd be sending somebody pictures of my driver/military ID and tax documents on my house for additional proof on a check sending 4 days to the car being picked up is valid, even if the local bank was able to verify it long before I arrive.

But it looks like today there is a first for everything.

I curse my father for being a Nigerian King! I never asked to be a prince, Damn you father!!!!!!!!!!!

[crumbsnatcher]

There's always a first for everything. Hell, I never thought I'd be signing my title and sending it to you before the check clears. I just hope the check clears prior to your arrival on Friday. Keep in mind that a stop can still be put on a cashier's check after my bank calls to verify the funds. I only hope that this is not going to be the case for me. Like I've stated to you all throughout this process, this is nothing personal but more of a trust issue because we are still strangers who don't know each other, have never met, and will likely never meet up again after all is said and done. I'm only looking at this scenario from all angles and is not an intent to discredit you or any potential buyer. Do keep in mind that there are many stories of private sale nightmares where a check bounces long after the keys, car, and title have been turned over. Once again, not inciting that this will be the case for me, but merely stating the facts and looking out for my best interest. I am going out on a limb by trusting you in this transaction. I hope the end result will be a positive one.

[IntegType7]

Originally Posted by crumbsnatcher

There's always a first for everything. Hell, I never thought I'd be signing my title and sending it to you before the check clears. I just hope the check clears prior to your arrival on Friday. Keep in mind that a stop can still be put on a cashier's check after my bank calls to verify the funds. I only hope that this is not going to be the case for me. Like I've stated to you all throughout this process, this is nothing personal but more of a trust issue because we are still strangers who don't know each other, have never met, and will likely never meet up again after all is said and done. I'm only looking at this scenario from all angles and is not an intent to discredit you or any potential buyer. Do keep in mind that there are many stories of private sale nightmares where a check bounces long after the keys, car, and title have been turned over. Once again, not inciting that this will be the case for me, but merely stating the facts and looking out for my best interest. I am going out on a limb by trusting you in this transaction. I hope the end result will be a positive one.

Hopefully things will go smoothly between you two! GL crumbsnatcher!

[rhd94teg]

8500 is a steal for a clean title itr

[itrSteez]

Originally Posted by crumbsnatcher

There's always a first for everything. Hell, I never thought I'd be signing my title and sending it to you before the check clears. I just hope the check clears prior to your arrival on Friday. Keep in mind that a stop can still be put on a cashier's check after my bank calls to verify the funds. I only hope that this is not going to be the case for me. Like I've stated to you all throughout this process, this is nothing personal but more of a trust issue because we are still strangers who don't know each other, have never met, and will likely never meet up again after all is said and done. I'm only looking at this scenario from all angles and is not an intent to discredit you or any potential buyer. Do keep in mind that there are many stories of private sale nightmares where a check bounces long after the keys, car, and title have been turned over. Once again, not inciting that this will be the case for me, but merely stating the facts and looking out for my best interest. I am going out on a limb by trusting you in this transaction. I hope the end result will be a positive one.

In all honesty dude you posted it up on itrca.com and as far as I know you've never been to any events so absolutely 100% of your target audience would be a stranger. I could get a very large list of people 3rd party that know me off that site and can vouch for me and my character, but nobody knows you. But I'm trusting you anyway, right?

If you didn't trust anybody at all I would of just took it to carmax and got raped. This is part of selling a car private party, to be honest the check should be exchanged with the car but I'm extending my trust in a show of good faith to you by sending it 3 days early. I mean there's a scenario that you could just fail to pick me up from the airport, right? Then what do I do? Go around Milwaukee banging on every door I find? Have I expressed this as a concern? no. It's because there's a certain level of mutual trust you have to put into the seller/buyer relationship with these things or they don't go smoothly, and so far it hasn't, I've had to write paragraph upon paragraph defending myself, my character and the nature of these transactions. But you'll have a check in your hands next week and my $100 cash wager is on that it will clear before I arrive if you want to agree to it.

You worry too much, I've been around these parts for many years. You have copies of my drivers license and military ID along with the tax records on my house, I don't know how much more concrete I can get as far as identification goes. It's to a point where it's an invasion of my privacy but I still do it upon your request so you'll just relax and treat me like a person.

Just please relax, everything will go smoothly. I can send you a huge vouch list of all of the people I've purchased items from and know personally within the ITR community.I have no intention on some great scheme to steal a $8000 car lol.

[itrSteez]

Also to all of the guys that were interested in this one I would check out this
http://www.honda-tech.com/showpost.p...8&postcount=47

Also in Wisconsin but in way better shape and only a few bucks more.

[Rude Awakening]

Originally Posted by itrSteez

I have no intention on some great scheme to steal a $8000 car lol.

Well, people in the Honda scene have stolen much lesser cars.

Also the seller isn't the only one wary of this type of transaction. I know 90% of the people reading this are thinking "**** that! sounds shady" I dont know why you can't just drive to his house and hand over money, since you have it.

You're the one that wants to do the transaction this way, you deal with the way he feels about it. Now's not the time to start being an ass. Your next-to-last post probably would've called our deal off, and that last one definitely would. Go send that other guy a check for a few more bucks more for his way better shape Teg.

Just so you know, as soon as you mentioned you wanted to do a deal like this, I (and probably everyone else here) woulda wrote you off.

but nobody knows you. But I'm trusting you anyway, right?

Trusting him for WHAT? You're sending him a ****ing cashiers check that YOU can stop before he has the money. He is sending you a TITLE, you will have legal ownership BEFORE he has part or ALL of the money. Either way, the burden of trust is largely on you.

[itrSteez]

Originally Posted by Rude Awakening

Well, people in the Honda scene have stolen much lesser cars.

Also the seller isn't the only one wary of this type of transaction. I know 90% of the people reading this are thinking "**** that! sounds shady" I dont know why you can't just drive to his house and hand over money, since you have it.

You're the one that wants to do the transaction this way, you deal with the way he feels about it. Now's not the time to start being an ass. Your next-to-last post probably would've called our deal off, and that last one definitely would. Go send that other guy a check for a few more bucks more for his way better shape Teg.

Just so you know, as soon as you mentioned you wanted to do a deal like this, I (and probably everyone else here) woulda wrote you off.



Trusting him for WHAT? You're sending him a ****ing cashiers check that YOU can stop before he has the money. He is sending you a TITLE, you will have legal ownership BEFORE he has part or ALL of the money. Either way, the burden of trust is largely on you.

I am doing things his way. And I'm not bitching about it but there's only so much you can do before I think I deserve some degree of trust in him and not be played out to be a criminal.

I'm a 26 year old adult with a real job. I have a TS/SCI clearance and he's got emails from my socom.mil email address as well. I've scanned my license and military ID as well as sent the tax documents for my house which has the same address as my drivers license and it's not exactly a cheap house either, something that's also personal but I sent it anyway as a solid proof of this is who I am, this is where I work, this is where I live. At a certain point all I ask for is "okay, I trust you lets do this" and it finally happened yesterday afternoon thank god.

And why would I pay cash? when I got 7.69%? That money is much better spent invested. And especially with the dollar going to absolute hell there's really no reason to shell out cash on a car.

And since you ask what I'm trusting him for? I'm sending a check 4 days prior to picking the car up, buying a car sight-unseen and trusting that he'll be picking me up from the airport. I made a cash bet anyway that the funds would clear long before I stepped off the plane. This would make the 3rd ITR I've bought off a stranger from HT, both were purchased the same way as well, the last being my 98 in August. I sold my M3 private party as well, I've always had smooth transactions any now I can't help but feel as if I'm on trial.

I understand that the larger portion of the burden of trust is on me, that's why I've went the extra mile to provide whatever I can in assurance that I'm legitimate and can be identified.

Either way I guarantee a smooth transaction just as always, you'll find that all of these posts were a waste of all of our time in a few days.

[Doespike]

Originally Posted by Rude Awakening

Now's not the time to start being an ass.

I don't see how Steve has been an ass at all. He's complying with everything the seller is requesting. It's everyone else like yourself chiming into other people's business that's causing this interweb drama. Both parties, in theory, could be scammed. Seller may be sending the title, but he STILL HAS THE CAR.
Knowing Steve, this deal will go through 100% legitimately. Time will show this and everyone can then STFU.

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