Posted by Paulie (IP: 63.21.254.138) on June 24, 2000 at 15:59:53:
Saw this and considering the trials I'm going through I had to share....
From E-bay message board.
A few tips when buying a Classic Car
This is to help you understand what the Seller is trying to say in the listing description:
"This is a Driver, not a Show Car!"
actually means: It runs!
"Needs a complete restoration!"
actually means:Everything is shot!
"Comes with a lot of extra parts!"
actually means:I had these items left over after I put it together!
"A non-refundable deposit required within 48 hours after close of auction!"
actually means:After you see it, you won't
want it!
"I am selling this for a friend!"
actually means:I cannot answer any of your questions!
"Just needs the finishing touches to be perfect!"
actually means:There are several parts missing that I could not find,
anywhere!
"All parts are included to complete the restoration!"
actually means:There is a big box of stuff(?) that I think goes with
the car!
"Garaged for 10, or whatever, years!"
actually means:Totally neglected for 10, or whatever, years!
"This is a good restoration project!"
actually means:This is a Money Pit!
"Car has an older restoration!"
actually means:The car looks like it was never restored!
"Near Show Quality!"
actually means:I did the cheapest restoration possible, and it shows!
"I hate to part with this car!"
actually means:This car has already cost me a fortune!
(NO COMMENT!)
"In the family since new!"
actually means:All of the kids learned to drive with this car!
"Believed to be the original mileage!"
actually means:I have no idea how many miles are on this car!
"Relisted with a lower reserve!"
actually means:#@*&% EbayMotors!