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10-19-2007, 10:53 AM
So a few days ago I emailed this person in regards to a bike he has for sale. An S-Works Tarmac 2007 for $2200. Ridiculously good bike at half the price. A little red flag popped out so I thought I should just investigate if its legit. Below is my email trail:
Hello there,
Do you have this bike still for sale?
Would it be possible for me to come by and check it out?
Thanks,
Z
Hello,
About my 2006 Specialized S-works TARMAC SL the price is $2200. First I have to let you know that the bike is located in Berlin,germany. I've moved here 2 months ago with my husband and I've tried to sell it here but I didn't found a buyer that is willing to pay this price for a bicycle. I will pay for the shipping and third party agency service so you will not have to pay additional taxes, just the price for it.The bike is in excellent condition, it's a 56cm size, The bike has never been raced or crashed. The geometry of the bike results in a very comfortable ride without sacrificing stiffness or speed. Please let me know if you need more pics.
I will appreciate a fast answer from your part
Arnold
Hello Arnold,
I am still interested in the bike. Could you send me some more detailed pictures? Take one from any angle, the more detailed the better.
Would you be interested in doing a transaction over paypal? Would you be interested in doing a transaction through a third party so that way both of us are protected from fraud/misleading/etc?
How many miles have been put on the bike? When was the bike originally bought? Is there a warranty on the bike?
Thanks,
Z
Z, the bike will be shipped from Berlin (Germany) and everything will be done through Schmitz Logistics. I agree to use their third party agency and cover all the shipping costs.That is the reason that I chose to sell it worldwide. I will ship via Schmitz Logistics and once it arrives to your closest airport it will be delivered to your house address by one of their agents .Shipping takes less than 2 days.You will not have to pay additional taxes, just the price for it. Also, after you will receive the bike, you have 10 days to inspect all details. The bike has never been raced or crashed. The geometry of the bike results in a very comfortable ride without sacrificing stiffness or speed.
web site is www.Schmitz-Logistic.us
Here is how you are protected by Schmitz Logistics third party agency, in case we have a deal:
If you will not receive the bike as i described to you, although this is not the case, Schmitz Logistics will refund you with 100% from the whole amount which you sent. Even in case you will not receive the bike, they will refund you the money.
After you receive and see that the bike is the one you want, you just notify Schmitz Logistics to forward me the payment details in order for me to pick up my money.
E-mail me asap if you agree with my terms and we will have a deal.
I will need your address where you want the bike to arrive.
PS. Please send me your full name and address (for delivery) and I will email to Schmitz Logistics.
More info about bike :
Final price : $2200 USD
Year: 2006
COLOR Carbon/Red
FRAME S-Works FACT 10r carbon frame, Az1 construction, compact race design
FORK S-Works FACT monocoque carbon fork; full carbon legs, crown and steerer
STEM AND HANDLEBAR S-Works Barmac, carbon bar/stem combo, superlight integrated carbon design
FRONT BRAKE Shimano Dura-Ace
REAR BRAKE Shimano Dura-Ace
BRAKE LEVERS Shimano Dura-Ace STI, 10 Speed
FRONT DERAILLEUR Shimano Dura-Ace, 10 Speed
REAR DERAILLEUR Shimano Dura-Ace, 10 Speed
CASSETTE Shimano Dura-Ace 11/23T, 10 speed
CHAIN Shimano Dura-Ace, 10-speed
CRANKSET S-Works FACT carbon crankset, integrated oversize design with integrated bottom bracket
CHAIN RINGS S-Works 39/53
WHEELS Mavic Kysrium ES wheelset
FRONT TIRE Specialized S-Works Mondo 127tpi, 700x 23c
REAR TIRE Specialized S-Works Mondo 127tpi, 700x 23c
SADDLE Body Geometry Toupé Team saddle 143mm Width
SEAT POST S-Works Pavé SL, FACT carbon w/ Zertz insert, 27.2mm
You have some pics with the bike as attachment.
Best Regards
Arnold
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Now what worries me is that:
- his english is not that good
- its being shipped from germany
- he wants to use some website that I never heard of
- does not want to do paypal or some other trade
- needs my address
- amazing deal
- pics of the bike look great
What are your thoughts about this. Any advice would be helpful.
Hello there,
Do you have this bike still for sale?
Would it be possible for me to come by and check it out?
Thanks,
Z
Hello,
About my 2006 Specialized S-works TARMAC SL the price is $2200. First I have to let you know that the bike is located in Berlin,germany. I've moved here 2 months ago with my husband and I've tried to sell it here but I didn't found a buyer that is willing to pay this price for a bicycle. I will pay for the shipping and third party agency service so you will not have to pay additional taxes, just the price for it.The bike is in excellent condition, it's a 56cm size, The bike has never been raced or crashed. The geometry of the bike results in a very comfortable ride without sacrificing stiffness or speed. Please let me know if you need more pics.
I will appreciate a fast answer from your part
Arnold
Hello Arnold,
I am still interested in the bike. Could you send me some more detailed pictures? Take one from any angle, the more detailed the better.
Would you be interested in doing a transaction over paypal? Would you be interested in doing a transaction through a third party so that way both of us are protected from fraud/misleading/etc?
How many miles have been put on the bike? When was the bike originally bought? Is there a warranty on the bike?
Thanks,
Z
Z, the bike will be shipped from Berlin (Germany) and everything will be done through Schmitz Logistics. I agree to use their third party agency and cover all the shipping costs.That is the reason that I chose to sell it worldwide. I will ship via Schmitz Logistics and once it arrives to your closest airport it will be delivered to your house address by one of their agents .Shipping takes less than 2 days.You will not have to pay additional taxes, just the price for it. Also, after you will receive the bike, you have 10 days to inspect all details. The bike has never been raced or crashed. The geometry of the bike results in a very comfortable ride without sacrificing stiffness or speed.
web site is www.Schmitz-Logistic.us
Here is how you are protected by Schmitz Logistics third party agency, in case we have a deal:
If you will not receive the bike as i described to you, although this is not the case, Schmitz Logistics will refund you with 100% from the whole amount which you sent. Even in case you will not receive the bike, they will refund you the money.
After you receive and see that the bike is the one you want, you just notify Schmitz Logistics to forward me the payment details in order for me to pick up my money.
E-mail me asap if you agree with my terms and we will have a deal.
I will need your address where you want the bike to arrive.
PS. Please send me your full name and address (for delivery) and I will email to Schmitz Logistics.
More info about bike :
Final price : $2200 USD
Year: 2006
COLOR Carbon/Red
FRAME S-Works FACT 10r carbon frame, Az1 construction, compact race design
FORK S-Works FACT monocoque carbon fork; full carbon legs, crown and steerer
STEM AND HANDLEBAR S-Works Barmac, carbon bar/stem combo, superlight integrated carbon design
FRONT BRAKE Shimano Dura-Ace
REAR BRAKE Shimano Dura-Ace
BRAKE LEVERS Shimano Dura-Ace STI, 10 Speed
FRONT DERAILLEUR Shimano Dura-Ace, 10 Speed
REAR DERAILLEUR Shimano Dura-Ace, 10 Speed
CASSETTE Shimano Dura-Ace 11/23T, 10 speed
CHAIN Shimano Dura-Ace, 10-speed
CRANKSET S-Works FACT carbon crankset, integrated oversize design with integrated bottom bracket
CHAIN RINGS S-Works 39/53
WHEELS Mavic Kysrium ES wheelset
FRONT TIRE Specialized S-Works Mondo 127tpi, 700x 23c
REAR TIRE Specialized S-Works Mondo 127tpi, 700x 23c
SADDLE Body Geometry Toupé Team saddle 143mm Width
SEAT POST S-Works Pavé SL, FACT carbon w/ Zertz insert, 27.2mm
You have some pics with the bike as attachment.
Best Regards
Arnold
-----------------------------------------
Now what worries me is that:
- his english is not that good
- its being shipped from germany
- he wants to use some website that I never heard of
- does not want to do paypal or some other trade
- needs my address
- amazing deal
- pics of the bike look great
What are your thoughts about this. Any advice would be helpful.