[alfa] Re:Buying an Alfa on EBay - or elsewhere !

[Alfisto@xxxxxxx]

I have considered, and ultimately turned down various cars advertised on EBay 
because I always insist that the seller takes a (VHS) video of the car and 
sends it to me first. The video should be taken both from a distance and in 
closeup with the seller walking slowly around the car and zooming in on any spots 
that need attention or need to be disclosed. This includes wheels and tires, 
interior, roof/top as well as exterior, engine bay and trunk in closeup. Then 
start the engine and have it run for a while and if possible, enter the cabin 
and show the instruments on the dash in closeup. Also check the sound coming 
from the exhaust. Then, and only then, I shall try and have a local Alfanut 
check out the car for me if one happens to live/work close by, otherwise I shall 
fly out and see it. And yes, I always return the video and even pay for 
camcorder rental if they do not have one. 
Graham Arlen
Oakland, CA

PS: Seeking an Alfanut in Riverside CA to look at a car for me !!!
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