Viv called me last night and asked if I would be willing to contact Dr. Steve katz the owner of Prevost Trader in Lakeland Fl. PrevostTrader@comcast.net
Ph# (239) 229-8207

Steve is a retired Dentist, born and raised in New York. Throughout his career Steve owned a motorhome, and ran a motorhome business.

Steve is a Prevost owner and enthusiast, and comes to us from Naples Coach.

Steve seems like a decent guy, and am sure once he is able to recall the circumstances will take care of this problem and refund Viv her $5,000 Deposit.

I said that I would call Steve, but asked Viv to send along as much detail as possible, she did.

I am hoping for feedback on how best to proceed and if you know Steve could you ask him to deal with this misunderstanding.

I would like to preface this by saying that I have spoken to Steve this morning, and the outcome, lets say was less than successful.

Steve's response to me was that Viv made an offer to purchase the 1993 Prevost H and that she is known by at least 12 dealers as a real pain in the neck and has wasted their time over the past months with false intentions.

The dilemma here is that nothing about this transaction appears to be normal, the entire communication with Viv and Steve in my opinion is way out of the ordinary. Here are a few pieces of communication that Viv has shared, see below labeled 1 & 2.:

I think there is some type misunderstanding and am also certain that Steve Katz wants to help out in this matter, and certainly would not want to be thought of as a dealer who would take advantage of an elderly Widow who was trying to live out her dream, especially if she had changed her mind.

My hope is that if anyone knows Steve Katz (as I might have confused him with my phone call today) would you share Viv's desire for the return of her $5,000. deposit as she is no longer interested in the purchase of this 1993 Prevost any longer.

FootNote: You might note that at no time has Viv seen this coach, she does not know who owns this coach and has no one else inspect this coach on her behalf, and has signed no contract to purchase the Bus to the best of my knowledge.

#1. PrevostTrader

Phone: (239) 229-8207 Fax (352)753-9799

sales@prevosttrader.com

Dear Vivian:
Congratulations on the purchase of your Prevost coach. We wish you many years of enjoyment with your new “home on wheels”. By choosing a Prevost, and especially one that was converted by Liberty, you have selected a coach that originally sold for over one million dollars.
I can tell you that I know this coach very well, and that it has received several mechanical updates and upgrades by Prevost in Jacksonville, Detroit Diesel, and by Liberty in Stuart, Florida.
The interior was re-modeled in 2004, and the current owner has installed new tires, new A/C and many other items that make your coach even better.
Vivian, you bought a great coach at a great price.
Insurance
I have referred many clients to Thum Insurance (406)327-0401. Ask for Melissa and tell her that Steve from PrevostTrader referred you.
They understand Prevost coaches, know what coverage you need, are nice to deal with, and will give you a good rate
Sales Tax
I suggest you call the Heggen Law Office (406)327-0401. Tell them you are buying a Prevost and would like to set up an LLC. Tell them you were referred by Steve from PrevostTrader. They do it all the time, will help you get it registered, are nice to deal with, and they are experts at it.
Delivery
I need to know when you are planning to pick up the coach. Prior to that day I will send wiring instructions to the seller, for the balance.
Directions
You will be going to 139 Old Trail Rd, Duncannon, PA 17069. Mapquest says it’s 184 miles, and will take 3 hours and 12 minutes.
Yes, it’s really true. Call me with any questions.
Steve Katz
PrevostTrader


#2.
Decline of purchase of 1993 Prevost Liberty Elegant Lady

Evening Steven Katz,

I am rescinding my offer to purchase the 1993 Prevost Liberty Elegant Lady Bus Conversion you advertised on your Website...Prevost Trader...based on complications in the transaction...whereas I was not given the opportunity to see and drive this coach after my PNC Bank Wired you my deposit yesterday afternoon...

Very respectfully I decline the offer to purchase this coach...
Thanking you in advance for the return of my deposit...

I remain yours truly.........
Vivian A. McGraw
Vivian McGraw
836 Maple Ave.
Brick, NJ
08724
732-458-3480
732-779-1227





Viv gave me permission to post and share with you the details today.



Steve Katz
e-mail
PrevostTrader@comcast.net
phone
(239) 229-8207