Hi, new here myself. Found this thread during a google search of "Sgt John Fraley" as my fiance was inquiring about the 2003 Escalade which sounded too good to be true... I will post our email transcript if that would help.

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Our first contact was through the Kijiji website on Jan 5 requesting the size of the engine and whether it was 4 wheel or all wheel drive.
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John Fraley's (jfraley011@yahoo.ca) Reply, Monday Jan 6
Hello,

My name is John Fraley and and i'm a sergent in the Canadian Forces
This is a 2003 Cadillac Escalade in perfect conditions without any mechanical problems,
in mint condition, no scratches, flaws or any kind of damage, slightly used in 100% working and looking conditions.
Has never been repaired, never been involved in any type of accident or had any paint or body work done!
The price for this car is $ 7,000 and all the shipping/handling and insurance charges are included in this price.
You will get the car with all the papers, original documentation, clear title and a bill of sale signed by me as well.
If you decide on buying it, I want the deal closed only through eBay's Vehicle Purchase program and
if you would like to go further with this deal, please email me and i will let you know more about the transaction.

Here is more info and more pics:

Engine: 6.0L V8 MPI
Trans: 4 Spd Automatic
Mileage: 94,790KM
Equipment
Air Conditioning
Power Steering
Power Windows
Power Locks
Heated Seat
Driver's Air Bag
Passenger Air Bag
Title: Clear

20" custom chrome wheels, power sunroof, xenon headlights, naviagtion,
rear parking sensors, custom front chrome grill, rear spoiler, exhaust tips,
hardwood steering wheel, and 3rd row seating. Runs and drives absolutely perfectly.
Garage kept and maintained impeccably.
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Our response to JF, Wednesday Jan 9
Hi,

Do you still have the vehicle? Is it in Hamilton or the surrounding area? I'd really like to have a look at it.

Thanks.
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Latest reply from JF (jfraley011@yahoo.ca) to us, Thursday Jan 10
Hello again,

The car is in a warehouse of the shipping company, in Calgary, Alberta,
ready for delivery because I'm not in Canada for the moment and the pick it up option is not available.
There is nothing wrong with it ... I sell it at this price because i was sent with my unit for peace maintenance
in Barcelona, Spain, and i don't know for how long. About 250 members of the Canadian Forces are currently serving here.
They play a key role in the NATO-led International Security Assistance Force (ISAF).
The transaction will be made under eBay's protection for our safety because i'm a verified member and
i have a purchase protection account of $ 20,000. The car will arrive to you with all the original documents,
including owner's manual, clear title, bill of sale on your name and if it won't match with my description,
you will have 5 days to return it and i will pay for the shipping back. So ...i will need your full name,
shipping address, and a phone #, to prepare the shipping and contact eBay to start this transaction.
They will give you further instructions on how to complete this deal.
reply soon ..
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So, I am a skeptic and when something sounds too good to be true I am open minded but like to do my research. Is this a scam?

Thanks,
Cindy