Classified Ads Scam TipOff Reports| Scam Reporter | Scam Tips Received | |
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  | Cory Napa, CA, United States 2012-08-09 18:57:53 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) |  +1 Joseph William, Craig's List Scammer Information thanks for your quick response, i'm okay with the present condition as
started in the advert and the asking price, i will not be able to come
to look at it due to the long distant and the easiest way for me to
make the payment is through Google Checkout checkout.google.com and
click on sign up, I'll take care of the pickup and delivery when the
payment has been made, provide me your name, address, city, state, zip
code for the mover to calculate the cost of the shipment and … Read Full Report ⇒ |
  | No Name Penticton, British Columbia, Canada 2012-08-09 18:34:44 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | +1 Boat for Sale Response Scammer Information Received a text message from Jane Kwan first early in the morning asking if my boat was still for sale. I responded YES and for more information phone me at ... .
Jane responded by sending another text saying: "Thanks for your responce kindly get back to me with the pictures and you final asking price via my email (kwanjane@rocketmail.com)"
I emailed her back with more information.
Here is her email response to my email:
"Ok thanks for your response..Would love to know … Read Full Report ⇒ |
| R Summers Madison, AL, United States 2012-08-09 13:46:58 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) |  1991 CORRECT CRAFT SKI NAUTIQUE + TRAILER Scammer Information 1st Email
Hello,
My name is Melanie Braddock, and I'm emailing you about the Correct Craft Sky Nautique I have for sale. The boat is in perfect condition, with no need for any additional repairs. Excellent condition, no dents and no mechanical problems. It has never been in salt water. Powered by Chevy motor with less than 250 hours on it and will come with trailer and all the extras included. I legally own a clear title, free of any liens or loans, under my name. The pric… Read Full Report ⇒ |
| tom Somewhere in United States 2012-08-09 04:25:06 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | +2 Craigs list - Boat for sale Scammer Information As I told you in my first email, I recently got divorced. I got a new job and moved to Topeka KS for a new start.
The boat is already at the shipping company in Topeka 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 inspect it prior to making any purchase and if by any reason you find something you do… Read Full Report ⇒ |
| Alicia Buchholtz Yakima, WA, United States 2012-08-09 03:31:16 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | 2005 Jayco Jayfeather Scammer Information Hi again,
After i finished the divorce i have moved to my parents home in Milwaukee, WI for a while, because i think they are only people who can help me to pass this difficult situation.Besides, there are a lot of things which have priority now, so, this camper has to go.First you have to know that the camper is 100% working and looking AMAZING, no scratches or any kind of damage, cleared of any obligations or fees and it is registered in my name.I want to tell you that we … Read Full Report ⇒ |
 | No Name Demopolis, AL, United States 2012-08-08 14:01:43 Classified Ads Scam eBay (www.ebay.com) |  Untitled Classified Ads Scam on eBay (www.ebay.com), ref:4413 Scammer Information Hello,
I'll love more picture but I have a little problem with the freighting arrangement, the freighters said i will need to pay for the freighting fees before they can schedule pre-shipping/ pickup date, they charged $2,500 for the pick up and delivery, but the problem is they only accept western union money transfer as form of payment which is sent to their HQ in the Kansas, as what you are well aware of, I am away at sea and do not have access to western union, you… Read Full Report ⇒ |
| No Name San Jose, CA, United States 2012-08-08 01:23:43 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | +1 Looking for address and phone number Scammer Information He replied to a post on craigslist to buy my closet doors. I wanted 80 dollars after paying 107 dollars for them. Things felt weird when he was willing to pay 80 dollars and then give me an extra 20 dollars to hold the doors for him till his "shipper" showed up to send them to him. Unfortunately I give him my address and phone number in a reply e-mail not thinking that anything was weird since if you post something on craigslist, you need to give them your address and phone… Read Full Report ⇒ |
 | Sandra Sage Baltimore, MD, United States 2012-08-07 19:25:14 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | 2005 Harley Davidson Touring Trike Scammer Information Hello,
My name is Natasha, and I'm emailing you about the Harley-Davidson Touring Trike I have for sale. The bike is in very good shape, no known mechanical issues, without scratches or dents, and it has never been involved in any kind of accidents. It has 20,328 miles and the engine size is 1,550cc . I legally own a clear title, free of any liens or loans, under my name. The price was reduced at $6,000. Because of my divorce settlement, i own this bike and as a woman i don`t… Read Full Report ⇒ |
 | Jack Lovel Mitcham, Victoria, Australia 2012-08-07 12:25:05 Classified Ads Scam Gumtree |  Gumtree Car Scam - Elton Murray Scammer Information Hi again, thank you for getting back, Anyway, I agree to buy at your price and i am keen myself. How I wish i could come for inspection but i'm currently deployed and will be away for quite a number of weeks,precisely 9weeks according to the programme.
Here is the deal, I know you can't possibly wait for 9weeks but I will make full payment to you and once your payment clears, I will arrange for a shipper to contact you and pick it up from you. This is the best way I can hand… Read Full Report ⇒ |
| Pala Somewhere in United States 2012-08-07 07:55:10 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | James Bristo - Advertising Harley Davidson on Craigslist Scammer Information Thanks for the mail...I will appreciate more pictures..I am ready to buy it now ,and due to the nature of my work,phone calls making and visiting of website are restricted but i squeezed out time to check this advert and send you an email regarding it.i would be glad to pay for it as soon as possible though i will not be available to come for an inspection due to my tight
schedule.Kindly get back to me with the following questions below
1) What is the condition?
2) Are… Read Full Report ⇒ |
 | Kristian Camp Brisbane, Queensland, Australia 2012-08-07 06:53:42 Classified Ads Scam Paypal (paypal.com) | +1 1970 XW Ford Falcon Ute - www.gumtree.com.au Scammer Information i was contacted via text message about my 1970 XW Ford Falcon Ute on www.gumtree.com.au
phone was displayed as : ricrawf. Hi there, what is the final price for your car on gumtree and is the RWC valid? Kindly reply NOW by email only to eltmur2@gmail.com cos I am very keen. Elton
I emailed my reply and got this.
Hi again, thank you for getting back, I agree to buy at your price and i am keen myself. How I wish i could come for inspection but i'm currently deployed and will … Read Full Report ⇒ |
| No Name Bonbeach, Victoria, Australia 2012-08-07 03:19:52 Classified Ads Scam Gumtree | 2003 Ford Falcon XR6 Ute Scammer Information Originally I was contacted via a text messages stating the following
"Hi there, what is the final price for your car on gumtree and is the RWC valid? Kindly reply NOW by email only to eltmur2@gmail.com co I am very keen. Elton."
I responded via email and this is the response I received:
Hi again, thank you for getting back, I agree to buy at your price and i am keen myself. How I wish i could come for inspection but i'm currently deployed and will be away for quite a numbe… Read Full Report ⇒ |
| No Name Somewhere in United States 2012-08-07 02:45:57 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | Tany Malinowski craigslist scam Scammer Information
This is a Scam! same picture in 2 listings
http://charlestonwv.craigslist.org/rvd/3163321021.html
http://peoria.craigslist.org/rvd/3128951290.html
This is the email I received
Hello,
My name is Tany Malinowski, and I'm emailing you about the 1994 Winnebago Itasca I have for sale. It has only 52,300 miles and a clear title with no loans or liens on it. The price was reduced at $4,000.00 as I need to sell this motor home before the 12th of August when I will be leaving wi… Read Full Report ⇒ |
 | Jeremy Kane Kirkland, WA, United States 2012-08-06 07:02:17 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | CAR SCAM Scammer Information This is the e-mail I received from the scammer (I googled the name and came upon this website. Red flag with confusing story of son dying in his truck but selling a jeep cherokee).
Hello,
My name is Polly Capetillo, I'm emailing you regarding the 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee that I have for sale. The suv is in perfect condition, with no need for additional repairs, no scratches, dings, special marks whatsoever, never been involved in any accidents. The interior looks great (s… Read Full Report ⇒ |
 | chris Kansas City, MO, United States 2012-08-06 03:50:48 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | 2000 boston whaler mauntauk Scammer Information A scammer going by the alias "Karen Jones" claims to have a 2000 Boston whaler, 90 hp Yamaha 2 stroke, clear title she owns a a result of a divorce settlement. Further investigation reveals that the vessel in the picture is located at and Amazon holding warehouse in Topeka Kansas. The scammer even forwards a link with the Amazon invoice with payment instructions. The scammer will not reply to email requests to call you, but will respond with instructions and stories about nee… Read Full Report ⇒ |
 | Sue Mills Billings, MT, United States 2012-08-06 00:54:37 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | +2 CRAIGSLIST SCAMMER Scammer Information This guy contacted me regarding a Craigslist item I just listed last night. He seemed quite interested. I told him to phone me and gave him my number. He sent back the following email which matches several of the other complaints about this guy. THANKS SO MUCH for being there Scamdex, or I would have gotten caught up with this joker. I found you when I searched FB with his email address and your website popped up. Cheers! S.
thanks for your quick response, i'm okay … Read Full Report ⇒ |
 | michelle Saint Paul, MN, United States 2012-08-05 20:37:42 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | for sale items on craigslist Scammer Information This person was answering my ad I have posted on craigslist for a truck that is for sale. He states he is in the navy and over seas and he wants to purchase this truck through paypal and his uncle would pick up the vehicle after the transaction is complete. When asked for other contact information from this person he quickly ignored the request and jumped back to paypal account. I researched the email address and came to other complaints with this person doing the same thing … Read Full Report ⇒ |
 | johnathan El Paso, TX, United States 2012-08-05 17:32:13 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | +5 1997 four winds 5000 Scammer Information Claims to have a 1997 four Winds RV motorhome for sale priced at $2580 on craigslist local sales. The add was posted here in El Paso on July 23rd and says he needs to get it sold before the 15th of August. He says the RV is currently in Indianapolis,IN and he is in WA but he will have a 3rd party handle the money. The third party is Autotrader Warehouse which is where the RV is located at and says he will be sent to Afghanistan so he doesnt want it to get old in his backyard.… Read Full Report ⇒ |
| johnathan El Paso, TX, United States 2012-08-05 17:32:06 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | +2 1997 four winds 5000 Scammer Information Claims to have a 1997 four Winds RV motorhome for sale priced at $2580 on craigslist local sales. The add was posted here in El Paso on July 23rd and says he needs to get it sold before the 15th of August. He says the RV is currently in Indianapolis,IN and he is in WA but he will have a 3rd party handle the money. The third party is Autotrader Warehouse which is where the RV is located at and says he will be sent to Afghanistan so he doesnt want it to get old in his backyard.… Read Full Report ⇒ |
 | Barbara Somewhere in United States 2012-08-05 12:36:43 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | I placed a ad for expensive furniture on craigslist Scammer Information I posted some antiques and she sent me the exact same email for 3 of my items. Wanted to pay by a check and have someone pick the items up all within 2 days. Red flags popped up so I googled her name and it brought it up as a fraud with that email address.… Read Full Report ⇒ |
| No Name Rochester, NY, United States 2012-08-05 01:47:33 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | Untitled Classified Ads Scam on Craigslist (craiglist.com), ref:4347 Scammer Information My name is Kristin, and I'm emailing you about the Ford F-350 I have for sale. The truck 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 18,094, automatic transmission, with an 7.3L 8 Cylinder Diesel Fuel Turbocharged, white exterior and tan leather interior. It has a clear title with no loans or liens on it. The price was reduced at $3… Read Full Report ⇒ |
 | James Willis Coventry, Coventry, United Kingdom 2012-08-04 08:34:28 Classified Ads Scam Gumtree | +1 Car sale pretended buyer on oil rig Scammer Information I advertised my car for sale through Gumtree. I got a text message from the above number to say he/she was interested in my car - to contact him [ Ken ] at k.wellson@yahoo.com
I made the contact by email and got back the following mail..."Hi,thanks for your response. I would have love to come for the inspection but due to the nature of my work i won't be able to do that as am a petroleum engineer and am on a rig offshore. Am buying it for my holiday cos I'll be coming soon f… Read Full Report ⇒ |
 | Sally Somewhere in United States 2012-08-03 05:28:13 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | 2005 Crownline 226LS 300HP Open Bow Boat Scammer Information I saw the following ad on Craigslist:
Hello,
My name is Natasha, and I'm emailing you about the Crownline Boat I have for sale. The boat is in perfect condition, with no need for any additional repairs. Excellent condition, no dents and no mechanical problems. It has never been in salt water. Powered by 300 horse Mercruiser 350 MAG engine with only 198 hrs and will come with trailer and all the extras included. I legally own a clear title, free of any liens or loans, under … Read Full Report ⇒ |
| No Name Lake City, SC, United States 2012-08-03 00:47:32 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | 1994 ranger 491 vs bass boat Scammer Information Hi,
My name is Jeanine Thompson, and I'm emailing you regarding the 1994 Ranger 491 VS that I have for sale. It is in perfect condition, with no need for any additional repairs. Flawless exterior condition, no scratches and no dents. It has never been involved in an accident.It has a clear title,3.0 LITER 225 Length (feet): 21.5.I'm selling the boat because my 22's years old son died 3 months ago in a car accident. A drunk driver hit him and his fiancé. They were with … Read Full Report ⇒ |
 | No Name Townsville, Queensland, Australia 2012-08-02 23:38:26 Classified Ads Scam Paypal (paypal.com) | Untitled Classified Ads Scam on Paypal (paypal.com), ref:4327 Scammer Information wants to pay for a motorcyle with paypal then arrange pickup… Read Full Report ⇒ |