Monteros on craigslist
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Swank Force One
Adventurer
Can pretty much guarantee that gen2.5 is a scam. I've seen so many posts with that same exact format in the last couple weeks.
normal_dave
waytoomuchwritinginposts.
At least its the right color!
'02 Montero Limited, 152K $ 4,150.
https://jackson.craigslist.org/cto/6024135786.html
'02 Montero Limited, 152K $ 4,150.
https://jackson.craigslist.org/cto/6024135786.html
EyeInTheSky
Adventurer
If I had the room I'd probably snag this for a long term project. See that little orange tag down there?
https://www.facebook.com/groups/203...36716686444276/?sale_post_id=1236716686444276
https://www.facebook.com/groups/203...36716686444276/?sale_post_id=1236716686444276
howirolla
Campfire Passport
https://bend.craigslist.org/cto/6028290425.html
Just up the road from me if anyone wants me to take a look
Offroadmuch
Explorer
Mitsubishi head unit in dash radio
https://orangecounty.craigslist.org/pts/6017265462.html
Not the whole car just the head unit, radio, looks like double-din size.
https://orangecounty.craigslist.org/pts/6017265462.html
Not the whole car just the head unit, radio, looks like double-din size.
KarmannMarco
Adventurer
Nice first gen in Grand Junction CO that needs an engine.
https://westslope.craigslist.org/cto/6010446086.html
https://westslope.craigslist.org/cto/6010446086.html
2003 Mitsubishi Montero XLS 4WD - $2999 (YORBA LINDA - Orange County)
https://losangeles.craigslist.org/lgb/cto/6035245752.html
https://losangeles.craigslist.org/lgb/cto/6035245752.html
MrGalantguy
Mitsubishi Loyalist
Anyone near Chicago looking for a SR...looks like this ones just needs valve stem seals and its for sale dirt cheap.
https://chicago.craigslist.org/chc/cto/6040689542.html
https://chicago.craigslist.org/chc/cto/6040689542.html
OuterLimits
I control the horizontal and the vertical
Just an FYI:
I texted Ed about this Montero on March 8th.
I asked if it had been smogged within the last 6 months and has the timing belt ever been changed.
No reply as of March 14th
My experience with no replies to a basic tech question is a seller looking for a non-informed buyer. (red flag)
I contacted Costa Mesa Mitsubishi Service dept (referenced in ad). The rep didn't get too detailed but did say that the timing belt has never been replaced (171K miles). When I asked about regular maintenance, he said the car has been in for problems (check engine light or codes), but the preventive maintenance history was not impressive.
Running the VIN show it was made for the Caribbean market. It may have been later imported to the US. I don't know if that would create any issues with smog, insurance, or title.
This one looked too good to be true. (and probably is)
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Sorry to hear, but thanks for the update so that others are informed!
EyeInTheSky
Adventurer
KarmannMarco
Adventurer
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OuterLimits
I control the horizontal and the vertical
After 9 months of searching I thought I found the one! Monty Corona, CA
1998 Gen 2.5 in apparently excellent condition. Only 137k miles.
I contacted the owner, exchanged several texts, phone calls, and emails. Seemed like a nice guy initially.
He tells me it's in excellent condition, all the maintenance is done. "You won't find another one like it!"
Sweet! I was willing to pay asking price if it all checked out. I don't' mind paying a premium for condition and rarity. Before making a 4-5+ hour round trip to Corona to test drive and purchase, I contacted him to make sure he had a current smog certificate in hand. In CA the seller is required to have smog certification, within last 90 days, to complete a sales transaction.
Well, then the story suddenly changes "Uhh, the Montero has been flashing a check engine light for a couple of weeks". (Red Flag #1). He knowingly and intentionally withheld critical information. (Red flag #2) My trust is wavering.
He says it will pass smog, and if I buy it he will get it fixed. (WTH?).
I informed him, that in CA he is responsible for smog certification before the sale. Even if the tailpipe passes, you can't have a check engine light. The computer will be throwing codes. Any engine codes and you will fail the smog. No smog, no sale.
He essentially says, he won't smog or fix it till someone buys it. (red flag #3) Three strikes, you're out!
I know people in CA (a family member included) with older cars that passed at the tail pipe, but couldn't clear codes. After too many dollars spent troubleshooting and replacing parts, they cut their losses and scrapped them. No smog, no registration! I wasn't going to pay this deceptive guy $6300, then get stiffed if he doesn't get it fixed and smogged. That's just dumb.
I politely emailed him "I'll pass, thanks". His response was a juvenile attempt at a personal put-down to me. (Classy fellow!)
The biggest liars in my adult life have been those selling used cars and folks in the Real Estate business. This tool was both. I should have just run screaming in the opposite direction as soon as he told me.
BTW this clown has another Monty on Craigslist. https://losangeles.craigslist.org/lac/cto/5995336071.html Caveat Emptor!
Personally, I don't like the way he does business. I don't trust him. And he's just plain rude when he doesn't get his way. I could not in clear conscious recommend him to a fellow Expedition Portal brother.
The very best liars are usually friendly, charismatic, and believable. No matter how good the story, take everything you are told by a seller with a grain of salt. If you are unsure, ask for paperwork or proof. Be a skeptic not a rube.
1998 Gen 2.5 in apparently excellent condition. Only 137k miles.
I contacted the owner, exchanged several texts, phone calls, and emails. Seemed like a nice guy initially.
He tells me it's in excellent condition, all the maintenance is done. "You won't find another one like it!"
Sweet! I was willing to pay asking price if it all checked out. I don't' mind paying a premium for condition and rarity. Before making a 4-5+ hour round trip to Corona to test drive and purchase, I contacted him to make sure he had a current smog certificate in hand. In CA the seller is required to have smog certification, within last 90 days, to complete a sales transaction.
Well, then the story suddenly changes "Uhh, the Montero has been flashing a check engine light for a couple of weeks". (Red Flag #1). He knowingly and intentionally withheld critical information. (Red flag #2) My trust is wavering.
He says it will pass smog, and if I buy it he will get it fixed. (WTH?).
I informed him, that in CA he is responsible for smog certification before the sale. Even if the tailpipe passes, you can't have a check engine light. The computer will be throwing codes. Any engine codes and you will fail the smog. No smog, no sale.
He essentially says, he won't smog or fix it till someone buys it. (red flag #3) Three strikes, you're out!
I know people in CA (a family member included) with older cars that passed at the tail pipe, but couldn't clear codes. After too many dollars spent troubleshooting and replacing parts, they cut their losses and scrapped them. No smog, no registration! I wasn't going to pay this deceptive guy $6300, then get stiffed if he doesn't get it fixed and smogged. That's just dumb.
I politely emailed him "I'll pass, thanks". His response was a juvenile attempt at a personal put-down to me. (Classy fellow!)
The biggest liars in my adult life have been those selling used cars and folks in the Real Estate business. This tool was both. I should have just run screaming in the opposite direction as soon as he told me.
BTW this clown has another Monty on Craigslist. https://losangeles.craigslist.org/lac/cto/5995336071.html Caveat Emptor!
Personally, I don't like the way he does business. I don't trust him. And he's just plain rude when he doesn't get his way. I could not in clear conscious recommend him to a fellow Expedition Portal brother.
The very best liars are usually friendly, charismatic, and believable. No matter how good the story, take everything you are told by a seller with a grain of salt. If you are unsure, ask for paperwork or proof. Be a skeptic not a rube.
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