Is this a good deal? GMT II C - on Craigslist

[steverb5000]

Hi All,

Am researching a steel GMT II C that is essentially brand new... Been worn once or twice I've been told.

No scratches.

I may be able to get the watch for around $4500 - $4800 and will have it verified by authorized dealer before purchasing.

The watch was initally purchased at a local AD and comes with a receipt.

Does this seem like a good price?

Thx!

S

[Submarino]

I personally would never buy a watch off of Craigslist. But that's me. Price wise is very a good deal as long as it comes with box, papers, etc.

[newmedia]

thats pretty much lowest I seen on any used GMT2C on any internet sites.

as long as the seller is OK with getting verified before the exchaging funds, go for it,

[steverb5000]

I'm sure that there are lots of scammers on Craigslist but I will be able to verify the serial number with the Authorized Dealer it was purchased from... And watch does come with papers... I'm sure that this still could be a scam but it would seem tricky to be able to fake a receipt and serial number and have an AD verify it... I'm sure it's possible somehow, though.

[newmedia]

pay what ever the cost is and open it up at AD.

[steverb5000]

The AD won't open the watch up, however... They will however, confirm that the receipt is original, that the serial numbers match, and that the watch looks authentic from the outside... is that good enough?

[sea-dweller]

I would not buy from Craigslist...

[newmedia]

Originally Posted by steverb5000

The AD won't open the watch up, however... They will however, confirm that the receipt is original, that the serial numbers match, and that the watch looks authentic from the outside... is that good enough?

Tell the seller that watch needs to be oped up, maybe standard watch repair place could open it up ? , so make two trips that close to each store.

I mean seller wants to sell it, it should not be a big deal and the seller could take photo of inside at same time.

[steverb5000]

What would I even look for if the watch were opened up?

[jtwenty]

i would not buy from craigslist.

[Deep Sea]

Originally Posted by steverb5000

What would I even look for if the watch were opened up?

Any Rolex-trained watchmaker that opens it up can tell you if it is authentic or not. You don't need to know much yourself, only be sure you find a reputable watchmaker. I would imagine there are plenty in NYC.

[jms_w]

Originally Posted by steverb5000

The AD won't open the watch up, however... They will however, confirm that the receipt is original, that the serial numbers match, and that the watch looks authentic from the outside... is that good enough?

No. If the AD won't open it, you need to find a reputable and certified Rolex watchmaker with a Rolex parts account. They can verify that the serial and model numbers were laser-etched, the bracelet serial is within spec, the correctness of the LEC, the 3186 movement, dial, and bezel. It costed me $50to do for my 16613 but worth every penny for peace of mind. If the seller is not willing to let you do this, please walk away from this.

[cobblecanyon]

If anything checks out, you got yourself a hell of a deal.

[rickyslam]

Many would probably wont buy from Craigslist, but then again I did. My watch is real, it was sent to Rolex and came back no problem. I just had an AD verified it, it also just so happened that the seller was a TRFer, so I don't think we should jump to conclusions so quick on CL. There are precautions though before you buy. Just be smart about it.

[SLS]

Craig's List has a lot, and I mean a lot, of stolen pictures from other Internet sites. Does the ad for the GMT have the little eBay photo sign in the corner? Do a search on eBay and look through the pictures of watches for sale. IMHO, if you do not know what to look for in a genuine Rolex, then stick with a trusted pre-owned brick & mortar store or an AD.
Scott

[rickyslam]

This reminds me of an ad I just saw for a GMT-II on CL, it had a photo on there that was pretty bad quality, but you can totally tell that right next to the watch it said "Larry". Not sure if it was really Larry's though.

[Eli]

I would pay more for peace of mind. But that is just me.

[Timber Loftis]

Craig's list is great, we use it all the time to buy and sell stuff locally. If you're in the market for, say, furniture, then buying local is a must.

Anyway, meet face to face, verify everything is legit, and you've got a great price most of us would be jealous for. If anything smells funny, though, just walk away.

[Eli]

^ Right on. If ANYTHING and I mean ANYTHING doesn't seem in place, tell him you'll get back to him. Be careful if you're walking with cash too. Who knows if he'll follow you afterwards if the deal goes sour....

[deserted]

Originally Posted by rickyslam

This reminds me of an ad I just saw for a GMT-II on CL, it had a photo on there that was pretty bad quality, but you can totally tell that right next to the watch it said "Larry". Not sure if it was really Larry's though.

X2

[RolexCat]

Too many cons out there. I would look in the for sale area here. For a little more a new one, or a nice used one can be had, along with peace of mind. Ron

[Watch Professor]

I would have the watch opened. This price seems too good to be true.

[Z-Sub]

No Craig's list for me. You may get a real one but it might be hot

[rickyslam]

Originally Posted by Z-Sub

No Craig's list for me. You may get a real one but it might be hot

Hmm...Shouldn't be too hot if it has papers though. No?? Just wondering.

[Jason71]

Originally Posted by rickyslam

Hmm...Shouldn't be too hot if it has papers though. No?? Just wondering.

If the seller is taking the watch back to where it was purchased, the AD will have record of to who the watch belongs. Since the watch has been worn so few times, it would have to be just one owner.

I agree with several of the others here............Be sure to do your homework, but go for it. And if it were me........I would have it opened.

[Atl]

Originally Posted by steverb5000

The AD won't open the watch up, however... They will however, confirm that the receipt is original, that the serial numbers match, and that the watch looks authentic from the outside... is that good enough?

That is true, they won't open it. Be careful.

[scottschoe]

Go for it. The AD may open it for you if you're lucky - I'd stop by the AD & service center before purchase. The price is good, but not smokin.

[Watch Professor]

I sold an old TV on CL. That's about as far as I would go dealing on that site. Be careful.

[submariner16610]

if it's too good to be true,be careful...

[Speed]

Every time I do a search on Craigslist, I find so many "replicas" and watches that have clearly been beaten up and left for dead, I could not see buying from random sellers.