TipOff Reports for Craigslist (craiglist.com)| Scam Reporter | Scam Tips Received | |
|---|---|---|
  | Anonymous Billings, MT, United States 2012-10-22 20:33:18 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) |   Want to buy your car Scammer Information Thank you for getting back to me..... Do you have the extra keys? Do you have the spare tire? Where did you get your car serviced? Have you ever had any transmission repairs? can you assure me that i will not be disappointed if i buy this Vehicle as a Birthday gift for my Dad? I'm ready to pay your asking price but not cash in person because I'm currently in a conference and calls are restricted at the moment and my only quickest payment option is PayPal, its safe fast a… Read Full Report ⇒ |
| Todd Billings, MT, United States 2012-10-22 20:17:24 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) |  +2 Wants to buy car for Son Scammer Information
Louis lambert wrote:
>
>>Hello,
>> I would like to know if it still available on market? I am
>> interested looking forward for your reply. Thanks
Hi,
I am interested ,and you should consider it sold .Actually ,I am
buying it for someone and payment would be through PayPal . I am
working in a ship and most of time i am out to sea.So it is an agent
that would be coming for the pick up.
I would be expecting your prompt r… Read Full Report ⇒ |
 | Anonymous Pittsburgh, PA, United States 2012-10-22 15:40:15 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | My craigslist listing Scammer Information I am selling a stash of fabric. I received email saying "I am going on vacation to London but I will instruct my assistant....mail your payment, I'lll add $20 extra for delay..."… Read Full Report ⇒ |
 | Anonymous Holly, MI, United States 2012-10-22 00:29:32 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | +1 Craigslist ad for a goldwing trike and trailer. Scammer Information Hello there,
My name is Patricia, and I'm emailing you about the Honda Goldwing I have for sale. The trike is in very good shape, no known mechanical issues, without scratches or dents, and it has never been involved in any kind of accidents, trailer included in price. It has 31,000 miles and the engine size is 1,800 cc . I legally own a clear title, free of any liens or loans, under my name. The price was reduced at $4,400. Because of my divorce settlement, i own this bike a… Read Full Report ⇒ |
| Anonymous Troy, NY, United States 2012-10-21 16:45:28 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | 2003 airstream safari 25 ft for $2900 Scammer Information airstream at shipping company in Topeka KS ready to ship, free delivery thru Amazon, five day approval… Read Full Report ⇒ |
 | Frank Clemson, SC, United States 2012-10-21 02:13:38 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | Jeniffer crown Craigslist furniture check scam Scammer Information Recieved the following email which I see multiple people have also received and reported here.
Hello,
Thanks you for the response, am okay with condition on the Craigslist.
I am ready to make instant purchase. My mode of payment would be in
Certified Check and i will arrange for a local pick up as soon as you
get the payment, . I really wish to be there to check out the item but
due to my work frame i can not be able to get there , am very busy
woman (Nurse) and i don't min… Read Full Report ⇒ |
 | amy Chicago, IL, United States 2012-10-20 05:03:23 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | 2005 Harley Davidson for free Scammer Information Thanks for your interest, the bike is still available. I am currently located in Cedar Falls, IA I have already asked movers to bring the bike here from my grand-son's house in the city where the Ad was posted and was going to put up a new Ad here in Cedar Falls, IA because my wife advised me to put up the Ad on Craigslist as she doesn't want to see the bike anymore because of the memory of our Grandson.
I bought the Motorcycle for my grandson as his birthday gift last year.… Read Full Report ⇒ |
| Jo blo Hurricane, UT, United States 2012-10-20 03:43:59 Overpayment Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | craiglist buyer ...petroleum engineer offshore Scammer Information I received an email from this person wanting to buy an item from me.Claimed it was for his son as a gift. he worked as a petroleum engineer offshore and can only transfer money through paypal. He voluntered to pay for fees I would be hit for by paypal. That was a red flag to my wife. I then googled his name & found other emails exactly like he sent me. What a relief to me. Emails seemed fishy to me...his spelling and grammer. He never seemed to understand what i was selling… Read Full Report ⇒ |
 | Anonymous Victoria, British Columbia, Canada 2012-10-18 23:47:29 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | try to pay for craigslist item using paypal Scammer Information I am in the process of selling a bike on Craigslist. And this scammer responded -- the first email was just a short 'is the item still for sale?' type of email. After I responded, the reply back revealed the beginnings of the scam.
The scam seems to be related to getting a person to reveal their paypal info -- though I didn't follow through with the instructions so I don't know the full extant of the scam.
Here's the 2nd email I received that revealed the beginnings of … Read Full Report ⇒ |
| Anonymous The Colony, TX, United States 2012-10-18 18:17:35 Wills/Probate Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | +1 contact my lawyer on keystonelawfirm@rogers.com) Scammer Information My Will/Donation (Contact My Lawyer on keystonelawfirm@rogers.com)
Inbox
x
Cole, Mary P mpcole@cbs.com
4:45 PM (20 hours ago)
to undisclosed recipients
Attn; Beneficiary
17th October 2012
Greetings,
Don't be offended, I came across your profile when I was browsing on the internet and you really got me interested. My name is Mrs. Christina Lewis, I have decided to donate what I have to you. I was diagnosed for cancer for about Few years ago, immediately after the death of … Read Full Report ⇒ |
  | Anonymous Cricklewood, Brent, United Kingdom 2012-10-18 17:06:11 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | Works on an oil rig, has internet but no phone... PLEEEASE Scammer Information Scammer trying to use the PayPal scheme, but heard about this one before. Last I heard if I can get an internet signal for my computer I can get one for my phone... do they really think we are this stupid?
From: karl justin (justinkarl9@gmail.com)
Sent: October-18-12 2:59:00 PM
Thanks for mailing back,am ok with the price and the condition.Am
buying it for my holiday as i'll soon be coming from our rig as
am a petroleum engineer on a rig offshore,i won't be able to come … Read Full Report ⇒ |
| Randy Somewhere in United States 2012-10-17 19:37:58 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | 2003 Bayliner 22ft - $4500 (salt lake) Scammer Information Same scam that has been run on other craidslist but this one is now being run on the Salt Lake City site. E-mail from sacmmer:
As I told you in my first email I want to sell it ASAP. I got a new job and moved to Topeka KS for a new start here with my parents. The boat is already at the shipping company in Topeka crated and ready for delivery. The deal includes free delivery and it will arrive at your address in 3 days. You will have 5 days to try it out prior to making any … Read Full Report ⇒ |
 | Lois Worth Bethlehem, PA, United States 2012-10-16 17:15:20 Auction/eBay Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | +1 2003 HONDA CIVIC EX AUTOMATIC SUNROOF - $2600 (cherryhill) NJ Scammer Information Hi my name is Marshal Pesta. I am selling this 2003 Honda Civic EX because my battalion has been sent back to Afghanistan and don't want it get old in my backyard. The price is low because I need to sell it before October 30th. The car is in Houston,TX in case it gets sold I will take care of shipping. It has no damage, no scratches or dents, no hidden defects. It is in immaculate condition, meticulously maintained and hasn't been involved in any accident...I do have the titl… Read Full Report ⇒ |
 | Pete Warminster, PA, United States 2012-10-16 00:11:18 Auction/eBay Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | Craigslist Scammer Information Try to sell me a very nice car at a very low price and get me to buy it thru "autotrder", the car was listed in Philadelphia Craigslist but was telling me he was going to be deploy to the middle east and the car was in Florida and he was going to get it deliver to me thru autotrader all expenses on him and I had 5 days to inspect the car and let him know if I really wanted the car then if I said yes the payment would go thru. It was all a scam I kept seraching for cars on cra… Read Full Report ⇒ |
| Anonymous Redding, CA, United States 2012-10-15 18:15:11 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | Michael Orley aka Rachel Smith Scammer Information Posted my vehicle for sale on craigslist saying that vehicle is available unless the post is removed. Got an email from Michael Orley using email and a reply to email of Michael Orley asking if my vehicle posted on craigslist is still available. I googled the name and both emails, will not be replying to the scum bag. … Read Full Report ⇒ |
 | Anonymous Somewhere in United States 2012-10-15 15:00:54 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | 1971 Airstream Globtrotter Scammer Information My husband and I saw this advertised in our local Craigslist classifiesd, however the person is out of state. She claims to be selling a mint condition 1971 Airstreat trailer for $2,350 (and free shipping) through Google Checkout. The pictures of this trailer lead me to believe it would realistically be priced between $20,000-$30,000. Supposedly the trailer is parked out of state at the Google facility in TN. and will be shipped to me with a money back guarantee if I don't li… Read Full Report ⇒ |
| Anonymous Somewhere in United States 2012-10-14 20:20:24 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | vehicle Scammer Information After placing an ad for a vehicle on craigslist I received this text from 208-358-8158: Hi, this sms is abt ur ad on craigslist. Pls confirm the availabity/price 2 my email: gray11213 at gmail.com.pls no sms cos I'm using internet sms facility. He stated he was an oceanographer and in New Zealand out at sea. He stated
Hello Mary
Great reading from you. I am interested in the immediate purchase. I will take it for the price you've mentioned and I will gladly c… Read Full Report ⇒ |
| Bruno Messmer Portland, OR, United States 2012-10-13 16:49:55 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | 98 Shadow Cruiser Pop-up camper Scammer Information Sorry for the late response...I am ok with the asking price.due to
the nature of my job and location,i will not be able to come for
inspection because i work long hours everyday,i have gone through your
advertisement and i am satisfied with it.i will be paying you via the
fastest and secure way to pay online(PayPal).
I have a private courier agent that will come for the pick up after
the payment have been made.You can now send me your PayPal email so i
can pay in right away … Read Full Report ⇒ |
| Anonymous Jackson, CA, United States 2012-10-12 22:00:31 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | RE: marine 327 chev & velvet dr. trans - $750 Scammer Information thanks for the quick response, i'm okay with the present condition...
I advertised the engine and this loser goes on and on about how busy he is and he will send me the cashier check directly then someone else will pick up the motor. Wanted all kinds of personal info. Real important businessman...and can't even spell!… Read Full Report ⇒ |
| Anonymous Jackson, CA, United States 2012-10-12 21:59:37 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | RE: marine 327 chev & velvet dr. trans - $750 Scammer Information thanks for the quick response, i'm okay with the present condition...
I advertised the engine and this loser goes on and on about how busy he is and he will send me the cashier check directly then someone else will pick up the motor. Wanted all kinds of personal info. Real important businessman...and can't even spell!… Read Full Report ⇒ |
 | Anonymous Raleigh, NC, United States 2012-10-12 18:07:16 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | 1996 Goldwing Trike $4300.00 Scammer Information I\'m Jenny, and I am glad to see so much interest in my Honda Goldwing. Its in really good shape, I never had any problems with it, no scratches nor dents, and its free of any accidents. It has 25,672 miles, with a 1,500CC 6 Cyl engine. I have the title, in my hand, clear, free of any liens or loans on it. At first I tried to sell it at its Blue Book value, but I changed up my mind and reduced the price drastically at $4,300. I got divorced recently, that is how I got the tri… Read Full Report ⇒ |
 | MS EXCHANGE ENGINEER Somewhere in United States 2012-10-12 14:23:14 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | a response via txt Scammer Information He wants my Paypal info, my namIie, wants me to email him... so i'm just asking him what he's wearing trying to get his dumb ass to send me a dirty pic. Ha ha ha… Read Full Report ⇒ |
 | KATH Hawthorne, NJ, United States 2012-10-12 13:35:25 Wills/Probate Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | Rachel Williams Scammer Information Have no idea how these people get my email same story as everyone else Ms Rachel Williams dying of cancer cannot hear good etc. To contact her attorney Robert Howard email robert@zenithchamber.co.cc. Did not reply this person must stop its a sin to say she is dying of cancer. Also she states WILL NUMBER 9834520012......… Read Full Report ⇒ |
| John Queensbury, NY, United States 2012-10-12 03:23:26 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | +1 1980 Toyaota Land Cruiser FJ 40 $6900 all original with only 2760 miles Scammer Information First email:
My name is Jenny, happy to see you are interested in my Toyota Land Cruiser. Let me give you a few details about it. Really good shape, never had any problems with it, no scratches nor dents, the suv is free of any accidents, 2,760 miles, manual transmission, 6 Cyl 4.2L engine, gray exterior/gray interior, the title is legally under my name, clear and free of any liens or loans. I wanted sell it at its Blue Book value but without any luck so I changed up my mind… Read Full Report ⇒ |
 | Ken Switzer Vicksburg, MS, United States 2012-10-12 02:36:33 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | 2003 FLSTSI Harely Davidson Scammer Information Original Message-----
From: Jenny R. Kruger [mailto:kruger.j35@msn.com]
Sent: Wednesday, October 10, 2012 9:47 PM
Subject: 2003 Harley-Davidson Softail FLSTSI
Hey XXXXX,
My name is Jenny, happy to see you are interested in my Harley-Davidson. Let me give you a few details about it. Really good shape, never had any problems with it, no scratches nor dents, the bike is free of any accidents, never been dropped, 8,534 miles, 1,450cc engine, the title is legally under my … Read Full Report ⇒ |