As evidenced by my thread in the Parts Wanted section, I'm looking for at least 1 rear 17" OEM Blades Silver wheel and just got this email and pics from a gent in the U.K. Wanted to see what my NSX family here thought about it before I pull the trigger. The price is certainly right and the wheels/tires look GREAT but the "pay by Western Union" part concerns me:
First email:
" I still have some parts and complete unit I can throw on your way if
you are still looking to make purchase. Do you still want the
specified item(s)? Whats your telephone number so I can ring you?
O'connor Bradley
Flat, 80-82 Talbot Rd, Blackpool FY1 1LR
United Kingdom."
My reply:
"Bradley, I'm in the States. Shipping on something that size to here would probably be crazy expensive, not including the price of the wheel. What did you have in mind? Thanks---
Steve"
His next reply:
"Hello Steve
Thanks for writing. I have a perfect set of Factory OEM 16/17 1999
Blades Silver 7-Spoke Wheels in excellent shape and condition. I'm
asking $450 and will be shipping via UPS on a 3 working days delivery
and will accept payment via Western Union as my paypal is currently
dormant. What's your complete shipping address?
Many thanks again,
Bradley"
Pics of the wheels:
My next reply:
"Bradley:
Thanks for your reply and the pictures. The wheels appear to be in excellent condition, does the $450 include the tires and shipping or is it just the wheels & is the shipping separate? Also, are you a member on Prime and if so, what is your screen name and do you have some iTrader ratings? No offense meant but not knowing who you are and where you are located, I would prefer to pay via PayPal as that gives me some recourse if the deal goes sideways. If we have to do the deal via Western Union or USPS Money Order we can, I just want to make sure that everything's on the up 'n up. Hope you understand my caution. Thanks---
Steve"
His last reply:
"Very well Steve, I'm really sorry I forgot to tell you that, I live
and work in Blackpool United Kingdom. I'm a only a guest of the prime
forum, I was told to check on the forum to enable me sell of my set of
wheels which was why I had to contact you in person as I noticed you
were after these wheels. However, I'd really love to take paypal
payment but mine is currently dormant so I'll still prefer payment via
Western Union as I know a few outlets closest to my work place. I
totally understand your caution and skepticism, I'm only a 62yrs old
Building Engineer and I'm out to throw these wheels out to anyone who
needs them and nothing more. Also, it will be great to arrange for
shipping of the wheels to you in the USA, Oh yes ~ I'll be okay to
include the tires as well if you want, I'll take $450 including
shipping and handling. If we are good to go, I'll need your complete
shipping address and I;ll e-mail details for payment via Western Union
once I hear back from you.
Many thanks again,
Bradley"
The deal almost sounds too good to be real---4 pristine Blades Silver wheels PLUS tires PLUS shipping from the U.K. for $450 USD? Plus, why would a guy in the U.K. have ACURA wheels. Not sure at all about this. Help me out with some insight here, bros. Thanks---
First email:
" I still have some parts and complete unit I can throw on your way if
you are still looking to make purchase. Do you still want the
specified item(s)? Whats your telephone number so I can ring you?
O'connor Bradley
Flat, 80-82 Talbot Rd, Blackpool FY1 1LR
United Kingdom."
My reply:
"Bradley, I'm in the States. Shipping on something that size to here would probably be crazy expensive, not including the price of the wheel. What did you have in mind? Thanks---
Steve"
His next reply:
"Hello Steve
Thanks for writing. I have a perfect set of Factory OEM 16/17 1999
Blades Silver 7-Spoke Wheels in excellent shape and condition. I'm
asking $450 and will be shipping via UPS on a 3 working days delivery
and will accept payment via Western Union as my paypal is currently
dormant. What's your complete shipping address?
Many thanks again,
Bradley"
Pics of the wheels:
My next reply:
"Bradley:
Thanks for your reply and the pictures. The wheels appear to be in excellent condition, does the $450 include the tires and shipping or is it just the wheels & is the shipping separate? Also, are you a member on Prime and if so, what is your screen name and do you have some iTrader ratings? No offense meant but not knowing who you are and where you are located, I would prefer to pay via PayPal as that gives me some recourse if the deal goes sideways. If we have to do the deal via Western Union or USPS Money Order we can, I just want to make sure that everything's on the up 'n up. Hope you understand my caution. Thanks---
Steve"
His last reply:
"Very well Steve, I'm really sorry I forgot to tell you that, I live
and work in Blackpool United Kingdom. I'm a only a guest of the prime
forum, I was told to check on the forum to enable me sell of my set of
wheels which was why I had to contact you in person as I noticed you
were after these wheels. However, I'd really love to take paypal
payment but mine is currently dormant so I'll still prefer payment via
Western Union as I know a few outlets closest to my work place. I
totally understand your caution and skepticism, I'm only a 62yrs old
Building Engineer and I'm out to throw these wheels out to anyone who
needs them and nothing more. Also, it will be great to arrange for
shipping of the wheels to you in the USA, Oh yes ~ I'll be okay to
include the tires as well if you want, I'll take $450 including
shipping and handling. If we are good to go, I'll need your complete
shipping address and I;ll e-mail details for payment via Western Union
once I hear back from you.
Many thanks again,
Bradley"
The deal almost sounds too good to be real---4 pristine Blades Silver wheels PLUS tires PLUS shipping from the U.K. for $450 USD? Plus, why would a guy in the U.K. have ACURA wheels. Not sure at all about this. Help me out with some insight here, bros. Thanks---
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