A warning to all. Just had an unpleasant experiance with a vehicle being purchased long distance through E-bay. Thought I did everything right. First got a Carfax report. Second, ordered an independent inspection through E-bay's "partner" SGS Automotive. Supposed to be a 150 point inspection. Cost was $99.95. Provided SGS with the E-bay item number. The vehicle was represented as having power seats and cruise control. Got the SGS report that verified those options being present. Successfully bid and spent $1200 on shipping. After arrival the personal inspection revealed the lack of power seats and cruise control. The options would run $995 and $475 on a new vehicle. Made a claim with SGS who had the vehicle inspected after delivery the second time. Second inspection verified the lack of the two options. However, SGS took the position that their "terms and conditions" (which can only be found after PayPal charges your account the $99.95 and by then connecting to a separate link) limits their liability to the fee charged, i.e. $99.95 even though have suffered a $1470 loss. Lesson-don't buy long distance from a private seller without a personal inspection.
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