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Old 02-17-2005 | 03:06 PM
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Its for a BMW M3.

VIN# WBSBL93463JR19110
Old 02-17-2005 | 03:59 PM
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Good News -- Vehicle qualifies for the CARFAX Buyback Guarantee! No severe problems (major accidents, fire, flood damage, major odometer problems or lemon history) were ever reported by a Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) for this 2003 BMW M3 (WBSBL93463JR19110). If you find that any of these severe problems were reported by a DMV and not included in this report, CARFAX will buy this vehicle back.

You must register at www.CARFAX.com to activate this free guarantee!


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The story of this 2003 BMW M3 (WBSBL93463JR19110) according to our interpretation of the information reported to CARFAX:
This coupe has had 2 owners and was owned in New Jersey. The first title for this coupe was reported to CARFAX by a New Jersey DMV in 2002.
It has had no minor or moderate accidents reported to CARFAX.
It has had no DMV-reported total loss events, like a major accident, fire or flood.
It has not been reported by a DMV as having an Exceeds Mechanical Limits or Not Actual Mileage title.
It has a consistent mileage history with no indication of an odometer rollback. It was driven an average of 2,946 miles per year, which is lower than the industry average of 15,000. The last odometer reading, reported on 02/09/2005, was 7,086 miles.
It was not reported by a DMV as a Manufacturer Buyback (LEMON).
CARFAX estimates it has 19 months or 42,914 miles remaining on the basic warranty.
Go to the Detailed Vehicle History for the complete history and a glossary of terms.


Report Summary
1. ACCIDENT CHECK

Total Loss Check No Severe Accidents Reported by a DMV - Buyback Guarantee!
Other Accident Indicators No Accident Indicators Reported
2. MILEAGE ACCURACY CHECK

Truth-In-Mileage Check No Odometer Problems Reported by a DMV - Buyback Guarantee!
Odometer Rollback Check No Potential Odometer Rollback Found
Mileage Consistency Check No Inconsistent Odometer Reading Found
3. LEMON CHECK®
No Mfr. Buyback Reported by a DMV - Buyback Guarantee!
4. OWNERSHIP CHECK

Number of Owners 2 Estimated Owner(s)
Type of Owners Checked 8 Types of Vehicle Registrations
5. RECALL CHECK
BMW Does Not Report Recalls to CARFAX
6. WARRANTY CHECK
An Estimated 19 Months or 42,914 Miles Remaining on the Basic Warranty. Interested in an Extended Warranty?
DETAILED VEHICLE HISTORY 6 HISTORY RECORDS REPORTED
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Year/Make/Model: 2003 BMW M3

Body Style: COUPE
Engine: 3.2L V6 PFI DOHC 24V
Fuel: GASOLINE
Driveline: REAR WHEEL DRIVE
Manufactured in: GERMANY
Safety Equipment: 4 wheel ABS, Running Lights Optional, Dual air bags front and sides/active (manual) belts with automatic passenger sensor

Standard Equipment: Power Windows, Power Steering, Air Conditioning, AM / FM CD, Power Brakes, Tilt Wheel, 6-digit Odometer


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Total Loss Check:


GOOD NEWS! No severe damage events were ever reported by a DMV for this 2003 BMW M3 (WBSBL93463JR19110). If you find that any of the following severe problems were reported by a DMV and not included in this report, CARFAX will buy this vehicle back. You must register to activate this free guarantee!


Salvage Title Loss Due To Fire Title
Junk Title Flood Damage Title
Rebuilt/Reconstructed Title Hail Damage Title
Dismantled Title Canadian Total Loss


Other Accident Indicators:


This 2003 BMW M3 (WBSBL93463JR19110) had no accident indicators reported to CARFAX from its sources. This section checks for accidents and/or related damage reported from many public and private sources. Not all accidents are reported to CARFAX. A vehicle inspection completed by your dealer or professional mechanic is recommended.

No Salvage Auction Record Reported No Crash Test Vehicle Record Reported
No Fire Damage Record Reported No Airbag Deployment Record Reported
No Police Accident Record Reported No Damage Disclosure Record Reported


CARFAX depends on public and private sources for its accident data. Each one of these sources has different processing times. CARFAX can only report what is in our database on 17.Feb.2005 13:50:04. New data will result in a change to this report.
Not all accidents are reported to the Police. Tell us if you know of other fender benders, accidents or damage.

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Truth-In-Mileage Check:


GOOD NEWS! No major odometer problems were ever reported by a DMV under the Truth-In-Mileage Act for this 2003 BMW M3 (WBSBL93463JR19110). If you find that any of the following odometer problems were reported by a DMV and not included in this report, CARFAX will buy this vehicle back. You must register to activate this free guarantee!

Not Actual Mileage Title - issued by DMV when the owner discloses mileage fraud or a broken odometer.
Exceeds Mechanical Limits Title - issued by DMV when the owner discloses an odometer rollover.


Odometer Rollback Check:


CARFAX found no odometer rollbacks for this 2003 BMW M3 (WBSBL93463JR19110). Rollbacks reported in this section originate from readings collected by a DMV or other verifiable source.

Mileage Consistency Check:


CARFAX found no inconsistent odometer readings in the mileage history of this 2003 BMW M3 (WBSBL93463JR19110).

Date: Mileage:
10/11/2002 11
06/05/2004 6,000
07/07/2004 6,448
02/09/2005 7,086



Average miles driven per year 2,946 CARFAX AdvisorTM Compare this vehicle's average annual mileage to the industry average of 15,000 miles per year. Use this comparison to determine how this vehicle was driven.

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GOOD NEWS! No manufacturer buyback was ever reported by a DMV for this 2003 BMW M3 (WBSBL93463JR19110). If you find that a manufacturer buyback was reported by a DMV and not included in this report, CARFAX will buy this vehicle back. You must register to activate this free guarantee!

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Ownership History:


CARFAX estimates that this 2003 BMW M3 (WBSBL93463JR19110) had 2 owner(s). CARFAX analyzed this vehicle's title history and other supporting events to identify potential ownership transfers. In compliance with the U.S. privacy laws, CARFAX does not collect or report owner names or addresses.

Estimated Owners: Date: Location:
1st owner 10/11/2002 New Jersey
2nd owner 06/05/2004 New Jersey

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Types of Owners:


This 2003 BMW M3 (WBSBL93463JR19110) was originally registered as a Personal Vehicle.

Personal Use Registration Reported No Fleet Registration Reported
No Lease Registration Reported No Commercial Registration Reported
No Rental Registration Reported No Non-Profit Registration Reported
No Taxi Registration Reported No Built to Non U.S. Standards Record Reported

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BMW does not report recall information for specific vehicles to CARFAX.
Go to the CARFAX SAFETY & RELIABILITY REPORT for recalls issued by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration for the 2003 BMW M3. You can also contact an authorized dealership or BMW at 1-800-334-4269 to find out if this 2003 BMW M3 (WBSBL93463JR19110) still has recalls that require repair.

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For your convenience, CARFAX has estimated the remaining original manufacturer warranty coverage based on information reported to us on this 2003 BMW M3 (WBSBL93463JR19110). Please confirm remaining factory warranty and extended warranty options with your dealer. Interested in an extended warranty?

Estimated start date of warranty: 09/15/2002
Last reading reported on 02/09/2005: 7,086 miles Recalculate with current mileage
Today's Date: February 17, 2005

Type of Coverage: Original Warranty: Estimated Remaining Coverage:
Basic 48 months or 50,000 miles 19 months or 42,914 miles
Drivetrain 48 months or 50,000 miles 19 months or 42,914 miles
Emissions 24 months or 24,000 miles Coverage expired
Corrosion 72 months or unlimited mileage 43 months or unlimited mileage
Transferable Transferable at no cost Same
Roadside Assistance 48 months or 50,000 miles 19 months or 42,914 miles
Safety Belt & Inflatable Restraint No data reported to CARFAX
Specific Components 96 months or 80,000 miles 67 months or 72,914 miles
Notes: Manufacturer covers emissions components under basic warranty. Emissions coverage may vary by state. Refer to owners manual for specific details. Transferable: no cost, unlimited owners covered. Corrosion coverage may require a once a year inspection. Full maintenance is standard for 4 years or 45,000 miles.




CARFAX Warranty Check provides an estimate of this vehicle's remaining warranty coverage. It does not take into account some vehicle history events. For example, major accidents resulting in Salvage or Junk titles that may void the original manufacturer warranty or ownership transfers that may decrease warranty coverage. This warranty information is only valid for vehicles manufactured for sale in the US. Complete warranty coverage information is available for this vehicle at the BMW web site.

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CARFAX searched more than 3 billion records from over 5,300 sources and found 6 record(s) for this 2003 BMW M3 (WBSBL93463JR19110).

Date:
Mileage Reading:
Source:
General Comments:


09/15/2002 New Jersey
Motor Vehicle Dept.
Bloomfield, NJ
Registered as
personal vehicle


10/01/2002 US Customs
Vehicle imported to
Newark, NJ


10/11/2002 11 New Jersey
Motor Vehicle Dept.
Bloomfield, NJ
Title #RV20022840109
Title issued or updated
First owner reported


06/05/2004 6,000 New Jersey
Motor Vehicle Dept.
Plainfield, NJ
Title #SO20041570105
Title issued or updated
New owner reported


07/07/2004 6,448 Inspection Co.
New Jersey
Vehicle Inspected
Anti-theft device present
at the time of inspection


02/09/2005 7,086 New Jersey
Motor Vehicle Dept.
Edison, NJ
Title #ED20050400399
Title issued or updated

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Detailed Vehicle History Definitions:

First Owner
When the first owner(s) obtains a title from a Department of Motor Vehicles as proof of ownership.

New Owner Reported
When a vehicle is sold to a new owner, the Title must be transferred to the new owner(s) at a Department of Motor Vehicles.

Personal Use
Vehicle was registered by the owner for private or personal use.


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If you find that any of these severe problems were reported by a Department of Motor Vehicles and were not included in this report, CARFAX will buy this vehicle back.

Severe Damage: Odometer Problems: Lemon History:
Salvage/Junk

Rebuilt/Reconstructed

Dismantled

Fire/Flood/Hail

Canadian Total Loss
Exceeds Mechanical Limits

Not Actual Mileage
Manufacturer Buyback


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Old 02-17-2005 | 04:35 PM
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Thanks for the quick help!
Old 02-17-2005 | 06:23 PM
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No problem.
Old 02-17-2005 | 06:29 PM
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Can you get a carfax for any car as long as you have the vin? Saaay like my car? Does it cost money
Old 02-17-2005 | 06:37 PM
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post the vin and I can get it for you.
Old 02-17-2005 | 06:42 PM
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Aribop you have a PM.
Old 02-17-2005 | 06:53 PM
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got it.
Old 02-17-2005 | 06:56 PM
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check your PM.
Old 02-17-2005 | 06:57 PM
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Fascinating. Somebody bought an M3, and there is no lein on it, twice.
So they either got an unsecured loan, or paid up front. Ahh, to have that kind of money....
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Must be nice...
Old 02-17-2005 | 07:14 PM
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You have another PM sir.
Old 02-17-2005 | 07:16 PM
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Nigerian scam at its finest. I was checking on the Vin for a Friend who was looking into getting the car. After I posted here and Emailed him the results he send me a link to the car.

It is on Yahoo Autos.....As well as EBAY!!!

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eB...MakeTrack=true

So....I send the guy an email from Yahoo Autos Asking for more photos.

Here is his Standard email.

Hi,
The total price that I am asking for the car including shipping/handling and insurance fees will be $18000.The car will be shippped from Greece,Athens.Shipping will be done by Air Cargo and it will take no more then 1 days after shipping has started,shipping is 100% insured.I will shipp it in the same day or next day the payment is complete.So if you are interested in buying I will need your full name and shipping address and I will contact Square Trade to open a case there were you will have to make a down payment. If you are satified with the car you will keep it and you will pay the rest of the money. If you don't like it the car Square Trade will get back here on my spent.You will have six days to inspect it and to do any test on it. What is important to know is that I have there a $10000 deposit (for buyer protection) and is something will go wrong you will be refound from that acount. There is nothing worng with the car, yes $18000 it's the corect price. I'm selling it so cheap because I'm situated in Greece and here I can't drive it due the europeean circulation rules, coz this car hasn't euro 4 and its special for US market, only there I can use it. I don't have any new pictures I guess you will have to stay only with the ones from the ad.
Many Thanks,waiting your reply


Here is my email back:

Great! I am actually Vacationing in Greece the first week of March! Send me your phone number and Address so I can stop by. Maybe we can drive the car around Greece together? Can you be my Greek friend for a week? Maybe we can be pen pals too?!
Old 02-17-2005 | 07:17 PM
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I notified the Ebay seller that his auction was copied on Yahoo! Autos.
Old 02-17-2005 | 08:39 PM
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Maybe you guys can go pick olives together....

These scammers make me sick!


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