GP Talk (2006) Discussion of the limited edition, MINI Cooper S (R53)-based, John Cooper Works GP.

Bogus GP ad?

Old Apr 9, 2017 | 07:56 AM
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Bogus GP ad?

https://columbus.craigslist.org/cto/6079025701.html
 
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Old Apr 9, 2017 | 09:22 AM
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If you are interested, you should demand the VIN, so you can see if it is really a GP. (also get GP number)
Also I have never seen a supercharged turbo before! I have seen cars with both super charger and turbo, but I think this add is trying to hit buzz words and not reality.
I would be suspicious! It is not hard to put on the red mirror caps and doll it up to look like a GP.

On another note: You have a very nice looking Mini! It also sounds like it is a good handler!
 

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Old Apr 9, 2017 | 10:19 AM
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The automatic manually shifted gear box really has my interest...or is that manually shifted automatic gear box. Somebody who knows less about MINIs than the seller is going to be very sad with the outcome of that transaction.
 
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Old Apr 9, 2017 | 11:08 AM
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Same add on Craigslist in Seattle
 
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Old Apr 10, 2017 | 04:26 AM
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Pretty close to the same ad in Massachusetts.
 
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Old Apr 10, 2017 | 05:30 AM
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A 1st Gen. GP w/a sunroof? Gimme a break! $3,200???? Oh, wow! Anyone who thinks this listing is for real, have I got a deal for you!!!
 
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Old Apr 10, 2017 | 05:35 AM
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Yeah, that same add is all over the place. That is not the only one in Baltimore Washington region. There are multiple adds with crazy prices on craigslist. Love to hear what the scheme is
 
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Old Apr 10, 2017 | 06:57 AM
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Send me deposit to hold car for you. Quick hit for $500 or whatever they can scam you for. They did similar for wifes real estate sale listing and turned it into a rental ad.
 
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Old Apr 10, 2017 | 08:10 AM
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Scamming **** popping up all over the place.

https://baltimore.craigslist.org/cto/6079915656.html





I feel like this stuff doesn't work anymore, but it must because people still try.


People who steal identity and financial information, and people who try and scam car sales should have their legs broken.
 

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