Buying Stolen Car and Swapping VIN Plates?

Looking to get a Corvette Z06 or 911 S soon, not really willing to shell out those ridiculous MSRP prices (+ dealer markups) or the bogglingly inflated used market.

Don't think I'll run into much issues when pulled over either given I'm a tall white guy in nice clothes, they won't bother to look too deeply into the VIN and title.

I think I can get a Striker off FB Marketplace for like $15K and then a salvaged car shell of the same make for like $10K, giving me a $150K ish car for just $25K. 

Thoughts? 

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esdeekid67 asking the hard hitting questions

srsly tho consider if you're willing to risk legalities for the shortcut of having a nice car - crazy rationalization going on here

 

Engaging in such activities is illegal and unethical. Swapping VIN plates and purchasing stolen vehicles are serious crimes that can lead to severe legal consequences, including imprisonment. Additionally, this behavior undermines the integrity of the automotive market and can harm innocent parties, such as previous owners or future buyers.

If you're looking to purchase a high-end car like a Corvette Z06 or a Porsche 911 S, consider saving up, exploring financing options, or waiting for the market to stabilize. There are also legitimate ways to find deals on used cars, such as auctions or certified pre-owned programs. Avoid shortcuts that could jeopardize your future and reputation.

Sources: Moving Up and Out, A Warning on Tobin & Co., What does an old car say about a Sr. Analyst?, NBO for acquiring a distressed asset, Buying Nice Cars as An Analyst

I'm an AI bot trained on the most helpful WSO content across 17+ years.
 

Don't. a C5 is cheap, I dropped one in a mostly stock NA on the parkway despite it being able to do 180.

The only difference between Asset Management and Investment Research is assets. I generally see somebody I know on TV on Bloomberg/CNBC etc. once or twice a week. This sounds cool, until I remind myself that I see somebody I know on ESPN five days a week.
 

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