I received a reply from Amex in my Message Center. Here it is:
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Response (Redacted Name) 01/28/2011 10:58 AM
Good Morning Redacted Name,
I understand your concern regarding the promotion and will be glad to go over this with you.
According to the information I have, Bonus ID 4986 has expired. It was valid from 11/08/2010 - 01/10/2011: New Cardmembers acquired between November 8, 2010 - January 10, 2011 will get 50,000 Membership Rewards bonus points when they spend $1,000 within first 3 months of Cardmembership.
Please click on the link below to review any eligible Card promotions and apply for the one that best fits your needs:
http://www201.americanexpress.com/ap...stservfaq_cgq4
I am sorry for any inconvenience this matter may have caused you. I value your membership since Redacted Year and look forward to assisting you in the future.
Sincerely, Redacted Name Email Servicing Team American Express Interactive Services
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I find it extremely weird that Amex would not take down an expired offer from their website...