TipOff Reports for Craigslist (craiglist.com)| Scam Reporter | Scam Tips Received | |
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  | rebecca lotman Somewhere in United States 2012-06-29 23:01:42 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) |   potential auto purchase on Craigslist Pittsburgh Scammer Information Posted a 2006 Yukon Denali XL (Black) for sale for $4,200.00 in the Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania area. Stating reduced for quick sale due to her deployment to Afghanistan with special forces before July 8, 2012. Upon inquiry as to where to meet for a test drive etc, no mention until a few emails later that she was in Topeka, KS and that the vehicle was already prepared for shipping via Amazon and would arrive in three days and that I would have 5 days to test drive, inspect and t… Read Full Report ⇒ |
 | RickBengtson Spring, TX, United States 2012-06-29 23:00:27 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) |  +2 Phishing on Craigslist Scammer Information He replied to my craiglist motorcycle for sale ad and asked if the bike was still available. I replied that it was and got the below email.
Thanks for the swift response, just to let you know that am okay with
the condition and price of the item, am ready for its purchase am
buying this and my form of payment will be by Paypal because i don't
have access to my bank account online (i don't have internet banking
with it)I'm on Job assignment..am a petroleum engr and i'… Read Full Report ⇒ |
 | RickBengtson Spring, TX, United States 2012-06-29 22:53:59 Overpayment Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | +2 Craiglist motorcycle for sale Scammer Information This was his response to my Craigslist ad for a motorcycle for sale,
Hi
How are you today? Hope you are great. My client and I are based in
England. My client informed me that the bike would be shipped along
with other properties he purchased to his Son who resides in Mexico.
He is buying it to present as a gift to his son whom he missed his
graduation ceremony because of his health condition.
I am okay with the price and without further negotiations. Payment
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 | No Name Deltona, FL, United States 2012-06-29 22:00:05 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | Auto and other selling Scammer Information I apologize for my late reply. My name is Annette, and I'm emailing you about the Toyota I have for sale. The motorhome is in perfect condition, with no need for any additional repairs. Flawless exterior/interior condition. It has never been involved in an accident.The mileage is 117,689, it has a clear title with no loans or liens on it. The price was reduced at $3,300 as I need to sell the motorhome before the 10th of July when I will be leaving with my platoon back to Afgh… Read Full Report ⇒ |
| Sarah New Prague, MN, United States 2012-06-29 19:49:23 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | +3 Debra l. brewer usaf afmc 545 pmxs/mxdpa Scammer Information Airstream listed on Craigslist. This was the email response to inquiry:
Debra L. Brewer USAF AFMC 545 PMXS/MXDPA ;
Hello,
My name is Debra, and I'm emailing you about the Airstream Safari I have for sale. The camper is in perfect condition, with no need for any additional repairs. Flawless exterior/interior condition. It has a clear title with no loans or liens on it. The price was reduced at $3,000 as I need to sell the camper before the 9th of J… Read Full Report ⇒ |
| Bill Ramsey Somewhere in United States 2012-06-29 19:03:30 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | +2 Cohen Jennifer R MSgt USAF ANG 184 MUNS MXWPB [jennifer.cohen1@hotmail.com] Scammer Information She is selling a 2000 Mastercraft on craigslist, once you email her, she tells you that the boat is already to go and sealed ready to ship to you in topeka, you just have to pay Amazon because she can not make it. SCAAAAAAAAAMMMM! beware! I looked up craigslist amazon scam and many of these scams popped up.… Read Full Report ⇒ |
| larry gable Oklahoma City, OK, United States 2012-06-29 16:25:39 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | Harley for sale scam Scammer Information Hello ,
My name is Jennifer, and I'm emailing you regarding the Harley that I have for sale. The bike is in perfect condition, with no need for any additional repairs. Flawless condition, no scratches and no dents. It has never been involved in an accident. The mileage is 10,500, with an 1450 cc engine size. It has a clear title with no loans or liens on it. The price was reduced at $4,000 as I need to sell the bike before the 6th of July when I will be leaving with my plato… Read Full Report ⇒ |
 | Michael Harkin Virginia Beach, VA, United States 2012-06-29 15:11:20 Auction/eBay Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | 2005 DuraCraft Aluminum Bass Boat Scammer Information Offers a very nice boat at a very low price. Says it's such a great deal because she just wants to get rid of it after her divorce. Says the boat is in Indiana but she now lives locally (in Hampton Roads, VA). Additionally, she will ship for free! Another person noted that she sent the same email to them and they live in Daytona Beach, Florida. Below is the email scam:
Hi,
First of all I want to thank you for your interest in my 2005 DuraCraft Aluminum Bass Boat . I sell… Read Full Report ⇒ |
| tom New Baltimore, MI, United States 2012-06-29 14:38:31 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | +2 Debra L. Brewer USAF AFMC 545 PMXS/MXDPA [debra.l.brewer30@msn.com] Scammer Information
She says she has a travel trailer for sale. Very low price because she is being deployed to Afganistan real soon. She will not call the telephone number I supplied her and only appears to want to communicate by E-mail. Lucky I googled her name and came up with the scammer information. Thanks… Read Full Report ⇒ |
| Tyler Brown San Antonio, TX, United States 2012-06-29 01:30:40 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | +2 Debra L. Brewer USAF AFMC 545 PMXS/MXDPA" <debra.l.brewer30@msn.com> Scammer Information Repeated emails explaining yada yada jet skis real cheap... Use this amazon email to send money to them then after inspection they will release money to the seller. Seems bogus to me and so far it appears as it is happenign else where… Read Full Report ⇒ |
| No Name Lexington, KY, United States 2012-06-28 19:49:56 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | +1 Hansen Annette L MSgt USAF ANG 184 MUNS MXWPB <annette.hansen37@msn.com> Scammer Information This person is trying to get you to wir emaoney tpo her based on her UNBELIEVABLE price on her car, boat, etc. It's a scam. She's pretending she's in the military. Tasteless.
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 | Randy Somewhere in United States 2012-06-28 19:37:25 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | +3 2005 Ford F350 Lariat SuperCab Super Duty - $5500 (memphis) Scammer Information Response to inquiry:
Hello,
My name is Dianne Mohler, and I'm emailing you about the 2005 Ford F350 Lariat SuperCab Super Duty that I have for sale. The SUV is in perfect condition, with no need for repairs, no scratches, dings, special marks whatsoever, never been involved in any accidents. The interior looks great (smoke-free). It has 46,450 miles, automatic transmission, beige exterior and tan interior . It has a clear title with no loans or liens on it.
The price … Read Full Report ⇒ |
| No Name Manhattan, NY, United States 2012-06-28 18:24:23 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | +2 Craigslist and direct email Scammer Information Hello,
My name is Debra, and I'm emailing you about the pair of SeaDoo RXP I have for sale. The jet skies are in perfect condition, with no need for any additional repairs. Flawless condition, no dents and no mechanical problems. They have never been in salt water. One has 108 hours, the other one has 109 hours and they come with trailer and all the extras included. I have clear titles for them with no loans or liens. The price was reduced at $3,500 as I need to sell the jet… Read Full Report ⇒ |
 | No Name Somewhere in United States 2012-06-28 16:44:35 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | RE: 1997 Harley-Davidson FLHRI Road King Scammer Information
Here is also the VIN 1HD1DJL14VY607240. Right now I am at the military base getting ready for Afghanistan. This means that I am doing a special training and I am not allowed to get out of the unit. The bike is already at the shipping company in Topeka KS sealed and ready for the shipping. My presence won't be necessary because I prearranged the deal with Amazon. The deal includes free delivery and it will arrive at your address in 3 days. You will have 5 days to test it and… Read Full Report ⇒ |
 | karen hartwell Brewster, MA, United States 2012-06-28 12:52:07 Auction/eBay Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | auction item on Ebay and Craigslist Scammer Information We received the identical email that the previous person identified on this site. The item was on published on Ebay and Craigslist and within 48 hours John Scorie responded with the same response requesting personal information.… Read Full Report ⇒ |
 | Dale Waterloo, NY, United States 2012-06-28 11:52:34 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | Harley-Davidson XL1200L SPORTSTER Scammer Information Hello Dale,
My name is Annette, and I'm emailing you about the Harley-Davidson XL1200L SPORTSTER I have for sale. The bike is in perfect condition, with no need for any additional repairs. Flawless condition, no scratches and no dents. It has never been involved in an accident. The mileage is 1,253, with an 1,200 cc engine size. It has a clear title with no loans or liens on it. The price was reduced at $3,100 as I need to sell the bike before the 9th of July when I will be… Read Full Report ⇒ |
| Eric Somewhere in United States 2012-06-28 01:58:36 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | +8 Hansen Annette L MSgt USAF ANG 184 MUNS MXWPB Scammer Information 1999 hydra sport 230 boat for sale. 3190.00
Hi xxxxxx,
I will ask Amazon to send you the invoice ( contact details, payment instructions) explaining how things work. After you receive the invoice,in case you decide to buy it you will have to pay through Amazon, as they will hold, protect and guarantee your money until you get the boat. You will try it out for 5 days, and if at the end you are happy with it, you can give them the "green" to release the money to me. Or if no… Read Full Report ⇒ |
| Rob Somewhere in United States 2012-06-27 19:14:50 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | +2 2007 Airstream Basecamp Scammer Information Found an ad on Craigslist for a 2007 Airstream BaseCamp with Tent.
Email exchange below.
Hi Rob,
Right now I am at the military base getting ready for Afghanistan. This means that I am doing a special training and I am not allowed to get out of the unit. The trailer is already at the shipping company in Topeka KS sealed and ready for the shipping. My presence won't be necessary because I prearranged the deal with Amazon. The deal includes free delivery and it will ar… Read Full Report ⇒ |
 | Tom Mayhew Stafford, VA, United States 2012-06-27 17:27:26 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | 2002 Gold Wing Trike Scammer Information This was a craigslist ad for a 2002 Goldwing trike for $4400.00 I thought it looked a bit too good to be true and as the old saying goes "if it's to good to be true, it probably is". I inquired about the bike and got exactly the same line from this person as some of the other posters here on your site. I have to sell this bike, going to afghanistan, etc, blah, blah, blah. Funny how the email I received matches some of the ones listed on your site exactly!!! They even use… Read Full Report ⇒ |
| nathalie Herrin Somewhere in United States 2012-06-27 17:06:00 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | 2007 Airstream Basecamp with tent†Scammer Information 2007 Basecamp This camper is in perfect condition.
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| No Name Somewhere in United States 2012-06-27 15:03:46 Auction/eBay Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | Harley Sportster XL1200 $3100 Scammer Information … Read Full Report ⇒ |
 | Mikael Badgett Fort Wayne, IN, United States 2012-06-27 11:27:52 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | Very nice ~ 2008 Airstream International Signature Series CCD 16 - $4000 (fort wayne) Scammer Information Hello Mikael,
My name is Annette, and I'm emailing you about the Airstream I have for sale. The trailer is in perfect condition, with no need for any additional repairs. Flawless exterior/interior condition. It has never been involved in an accident. It has a clear title with no loans or liens on it. The price was reduced at $3,400 as I need to sell the trailer before the 9th of July when I will be leaving with my platoon back to Afghanistan, so I don't want it getting old… Read Full Report ⇒ |
 | Janet Smith Memphis, TN, United States 2012-06-27 02:32:10 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | Grand piano Scammer Information I replied to a message for a grand piano that was listed on Craig's list for $1900. Kelly Miller wrote back that the reason they were selling it so cheaply was because their son had been killed 2 months ago by a drunk driver and she could not bear to look at the piano that was bought for him. When I inquired when I could see it, she said she had moved to Omaha to start a new life and it was in storage. She would pay for the shipping to my home and if I was not pleased, she… Read Full Report ⇒ |
| Skoobie Somewhere in United States 2012-06-26 23:59:32 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | +2 Hansen Annette L MSgt USAF ANG 184 MUNS MXWPB Scammer Information Very similar to his/her other scams just with a different vehicle. Here is the email I received when I inquired about the car:
Hello Marc,
My name is Annette, and I'm emailing you about the 2006 Mini Cooper I have for sale. The car is in perfect condition, with no need for any additional repairs. Flawless exterior/interior condition, no scratches and no dents. It has never been involved in an accident. The mileage is 13,579, manual transmission, with an 4 Cylinder engine, b… Read Full Report ⇒ |
 | robin olson Seattle, WA, United States 2012-06-26 23:03:34 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | 2003 airstream travel trailer Scammer Information 2003 airstream travel trailer sleeps six on craigslist bank: chase 9530 se 82nd ave happy valley oregon 97086 us acct name Will skinner 575 wild turkey dr. naples florida 34120 us wells fargo bank acct 3139004935 routing 121000248 we were to wired the funds.seller info: susan e. harrison 5030 sw brentwood ct. topeka ks 66606 us… Read Full Report ⇒ |