Below is the thread from an ad I responded to on craigslist for a car. Should have known from the whole shipping part of the message it was too good to be true. Car bluebooks at 23k Keep an eye out. googled the car and cam across this forum.

Hi again,
As i told you, at this moment I am in WA state in a military base, getting ready for Afghanistan (I hope for the last time). I do a special training program everyday day and I am not allowed to get out of the unit or make calls whenever I want. The shipping will take 3 to 5 days depending on your location and it’s not a problem because i have considerable discount from eBay and I can do it at no cost for you. As long as I'm dealing with eBay and they can ship the vehicle anywhere in the US,I listed the car in several states because it increases my chances to get it sold much faster. I want to mention that the vehicle was inspected by eBay and fulfils the CO Emission standards from all the 50 states so it wouldn't be a problem for you to register it in your state. You will receive the car along with all the documents including title, bill of sale, 2 set of keys, full service records and more. Because it is a large transaction, we will complete the deal only using an authorized third part like eBay because I already prearranged the whole process with them, using their escrow Safe Pay Program for vehicles not listed on their website. The car is located in the eBay warehouse in WA (ready for delivery). I asked them to allow viewers to go there and inspect the car but their reply was "We are not a showroom!" In this case, I will offer a 5-day period to inspect the car from the moment you receive it, before I'll have your money. I think this is more than fair for both of us.The payment will be handled by eBay Escrow, and you will benefit of 5 days inspection time period (test drive) and the option to accept or reject the car on my expense. If you are still interested just send me your full name and shipping address. I will forward your info to eBay and they will notify you about our deal. Like this you'll be able to talk directly with them and ask all you want to know.
Regards!!
Helga

On Tue, Jul 12, 2011 at 10:22 AM, wrote:
Hello Dr. Kaufman,

I am interested in your car. I live in the bay area but would be willing to fly up to see it.

Needless to say there are lots of scammers on CL. You seem authentic and I would like to talk further.
Please feel free to give me a call tomorrow.

Here is my cell # xxx-xxx-xxx

Thanks

Philip

On Jul 11, 2011, at 6:31 PM, Dr. Helga Kauffman wrote:



Hi,
First of all i would like to give you some additional information about my situation. I am selling this car because my battalion has been sent back to Afghanistan and don't want it get old in my backyard. The price is low because I need to sell it before July 24th. It has no damage, no scratches or dents, no hidden defects. It is in immaculate condition, meticulously maintained and hasn't been involved in any accident...I do have the title , clear, under my name. The Highlander has 41,160 current miles VIN#JTEEP21A860152620. It is still available for sale if interested, price as stated in the ad $5,490. The car is in Seattle WA, in case it gets sold I will take care of shipping. Let me know if you are interested, email back. Below are the car details, also link with more photos and copy of Carfax report. If the link doesn't work, copy and paste it into a new browser page.
Regards!!!

2006 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER LIMITED
Vehicle title: Clear
Body type: SUV
Engine: 3.3L V6 FI DOHC 24V
Exterior color: Black
Transmission: Automatic AWD
Fuel type: Gasoline
Interior color: Gray
Third row seat

You can find more pics at:

https://picasaweb.google.com/106987271328810500890/2006ToyotaHighlanderLimitedAWD#

Dr. Helga Kauffman