Classified Ads Scam TipOff Reports| Scam Reporter | Scam Tips Received | |
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  | Jen Drouin, Victoria, Australia 2012-07-10 11:10:30 Classified Ads Scam Cars.com |  +1 Luda Dawood Scammer Information Luda tried to buy our car that we just listed on Carsguide.com.au.
He said he was on an oil rig was not available to view the car or contact us via phone. But he said he would buy the car for his vacation and would deposit to our paypal account and then organise a courier to pick up the car.
We googled him as sounded Suss and we were right as his name came up straight away on this site.
Be warned.… Read Full Report ⇒ |
  | TMB Somewhere in United States 2012-07-10 03:17:27 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) |  Pair of 2007 Kawasaki Jet Skis Ultra 250X Supercharg​ed Scammer Information Everything was done by email exchange - see his email notes below. He never answered our questions only send his candid replies which were the same as others. Also the big tip off besides the deal was to good to be true was that Amazon.com DOESN'T DO Wire transfers and that was how he wanted payment. He did his homework on Amazon and copied lots of their information so be very careful - he is good!
Same as the others...
My name is Edmund, and I'm emailing you about the… Read Full Report ⇒ |
 | Kristina Herkimer, NY, United States 2012-07-10 02:09:55 Classified Ads Scam Other Classifieds Site | Untitled Classified Ads Scam on Other Classifieds Site, ref:3738 Scammer Information I didn't get to far in the scam because I knew it sounded fishy. I just wanted to get this one out there.
2008 Keystone Outback 31rqs Sydney Edition -$7000 (posted all over Craigslist)
Hi,
I've received your email regarding the 2008 Keystone Outback 31rqs Sydney Edition . Length (feet) : 31 , Sleeping Capacity : 8 , Slide Outs : 1 ,Water Capacity (Gallons) : 41-50 ,Air Conditioners : 1 , Awnings : 2.The camper is still for sale and my asking price is $7000. It is a 2008 m… Read Full Report ⇒ |
| Kristina Herkimer, NY, United States 2012-07-10 02:08:53 Classified Ads Scam Other Classifieds Site | +1 Untitled Classified Ads Scam on Other Classifieds Site, ref:3737 Scammer Information I didn't get to far in the scam because I knew it sounded fishy. I just wanted to get thus one out there.
2008 Keystone Outback 31rqs Sydney Edition -$7000 (posted all over Craigslist)
Hi,
I've received your email regarding the 2008 Keystone Outback 31rqs Sydney Edition . Length (feet) : 31 , Sleeping Capacity : 8 , Slide Outs : 1 ,Water Capacity (Gallons) : 41-50 ,Air Conditioners : 1 , Awnings : 2.The camper is still for sale and my asking price is $7000. It is a 2008 m… Read Full Report ⇒ |
| Varlia Miami, FL, United States 2012-07-09 21:45:08 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | 2005 Jayco Jayfeather 29 N $3000 (South Florida) Scammer Information He always put (South Florida) in the title, very short saying about the RV or Trailer and the price ridiculous low. Every day about 3 or 4 of them … Read Full Report ⇒ |
| Jim Minneapolis, MN, United States 2012-07-09 18:37:12 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) |  Aliner LX camper Scammer Information Aliner camper offered at fantastic price on local Craigslist. I responded and asked if it was still available. Here is the reply:
Hello,
This is a fine example of a classic 2007 Aliner LX Pop-Up Camper that has truly been well maintained. To sustain my argument regarding the condition of the camper, I've added here a youtube video-presentation, so please check out the following link and you'll know exactly what I'm talking about: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f9_WCxc… Read Full Report ⇒ |
| Jim Minneapolis, MN, United States 2012-07-09 18:24:40 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | Aliner camper Scammer Information Details: the camper was offered at a fantastic price. I thought it might be damaged and fixable. Then I got this reply. Perfect condition. Never used. No need for additional repairs. Same phrases as other scams listed here. Note that she spelled her own name wrong. Some odd phrase wording, as if it is translated. "Killed by a drunk driver" is an interesting touch. The ad was in our local Craigslist, but she didn't identify where the camper is. I checked Statewide c… Read Full Report ⇒ |
| john duggan Hamburg, NY, United States 2012-07-09 14:55:25 Classified Ads Scam Yahoo | Untitled Classified Ads Scam on Yahoo, ref:3725 Scammer Information From: David Penn E SSgt USAF ACC 23 FSS FSVF
To: xxxxxxx@yahoo.com
Sent: Friday, July 6, 2012 9:18 PM
Subject: RE: 2000 Winnebago RIALTA 22QD
Hi there,
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 RV is already at the shipping company in Topeka KS sealed and ready for the shipping. My presence won't be necessary because I prearrange… Read Full Report ⇒ |
 | Pam Bloom Concord, NH, United States 2012-07-09 14:42:04 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | Pontoon Boat for Sale Scammer Information Trying to sell a fake pontoon boat on Craigslist… Read Full Report ⇒ |
| Phyllis Rice Roswell, GA, United States 2012-07-09 14:31:08 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craigslist.com) | response to craigslist Scammer Information Received the email below after trying to sell an item on craigslist.
Am ok with the price and the condition, am buying it for my personal use because i’ll be back at home soon leaving our site as am into US Forestry Service and presently in the Forest. i won’t be able to come for the inspection due to the nature of my work and i would have love to call in personally but we have call restriction here due to rules given to us and am only having chance to email y… Read Full Report ⇒ |
 | Pam Bloom Concord, NH, United States 2012-07-09 13:35:18 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | +1 Craigslist Scammer Information Trying to sell a pontoon boat..Fake price Fake name Says she is leaving for afganistan and will ship the boat to me..… Read Full Report ⇒ |
 | tony diss Youngstown, OH, United States 2012-07-09 11:02:39 Classified Ads Scam eBay (www.ebay.com) |  Bass boat Scammer Information Sent: Sunday, July 8, 2012 5:21 AM
Subject: Re: 1999 NITRO NX 882 BASS BOAT TOURNAMENT $1900
I saw a boat that the price was too good to be true, sent for info and got this back from him. I then did a search on his name and found this site.
I'm in New Jersey due to my work (i'm an Air Force Msgt.) and i have the boat here with me. I can deliver it to your shipping address (i will pay for the shipping and insurance fees) and i will a… Read Full Report ⇒ |
 | Larry Star, ID, United States 2012-07-09 05:16:51 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | He claims to have a boat for sale and that he is leaving for Afghanistan and needs to sell the boat. Scammer Information We noticed an ad that offered a fantastic price on a boat on Craigslist, Minneapolis. We contacted the seller through e-mail. He responded and said that he was leaving for Afghanistan and had to sell his boat by July 16th. As there were only two photos of the boat, we went to google and put in the boat's information, 2005 Crownline 226LS 300 HP Open Bow Boat, and noticed that the pictures were the same as a boat that had already been sold in Phoenix. As we searched further… Read Full Report ⇒ |
| No Name Nashville, TN, United States 2012-07-09 02:05:03 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | 2007 Keystone SUMMERLAND 6200 Scammer Information exact same wording you have on your website… Read Full Report ⇒ |
| No Name Nashville, TN, United States 2012-07-09 02:04:58 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | 2007 Keystone SUMMERLAND 6200 Scammer Information exact same wording you have on your website… Read Full Report ⇒ |
| Frank Varga Somewhere in United States 2012-07-09 00:20:03 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | 2003 Tioga Fleetwood 24D Motorhome Scammer Information Hi Frank,
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 RV 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 inspect it prior to making any … Read Full Report ⇒ |
 | Jade Bouttell Wirral, Wirral, United Kingdom 2012-07-08 20:50:45 Classified Ads Scam Gumtree |  Gumtree Scam Scammer Information I was selling my DS on gumtree got a email of this Amanda Stackhouse saying is your DS Still for say and her email address and then I messaged her back saying yes then I got a long email saying 'Hi Thanks for getting back to me i will want to know the recent
condition of this item and its total condition amount.I 'm sending it
to someone as a Birthday Gift in West Africa(Nigeria),via Royal Mail
International Signed For,but unfortunately I'm not opportune to come
get the item … Read Full Report ⇒ |
| Tom richards Wirral, Wirral, United Kingdom 2012-07-08 20:40:49 Classified Ads Scam Gumtree | Gumtree scam Scammer Information My girlfriend was trying to sell my Nintendo ds on gumtree and she had emailed her..
She said She wants the item hopping to Nigeria and she will give my girlfriend £80 for p&p
Via PayPal or bank transfere. She was about to go ahead with it until I did a google search of Amanda stackhouse gumtree
Which lead me to this web sight where I seen this post
Scam Details Says a transaction has been made over Gumtree through Paypal. Asks you to ship the item to NIGERIA through reco… Read Full Report ⇒ |
| Mark Hauxwell Bolton, Bolton, United Kingdom 2012-07-08 17:46:01 Classified Ads Scam Autotrader (autotrader.com) |  Harris Wilson Scammer Information This guy contacted me via email asking if my car was still for sale.
Please note this e-mail is from an interested customer not from Auto Trader.
Never reply to an e-mail that asks for personal information or copies of your vehicle documentation including the V5C. Keep vehicle documentation and details regarding your vehicle including your VIN number secure at all times.
If you are in doubt regarding an e-mail you have received, report it immediately to enquiries@autotrad… Read Full Report ⇒ |
 | gene rann Somewhere in United States 2012-07-08 17:38:14 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | what's my PayPal details. Will sent a pickup agent for my trailer Scammer Information I advertised my trailer on craigs list. I recieved an e-mail about the condition of it. So I sent back my reply. The next day I had a offer. ( this is what it read)
Am ok with price and the condition, am buying it for my personal use because i"llbe back at home soon leaving our site as am into US Foresty Service and presentlyin the Forest. i won't be able to come for the inspection due to the nature of my work and would have love to call in personaly but we have call restr… Read Full Report ⇒ |
| Errol Lancaster Somewhere in Australia 2012-07-08 01:50:19 Classified Ads Scam | +2 Untitled Classified Ads Scam , ref:3692 Scammer Information I was contacted by a Matthew Crisell to purchase a caravan i listed for sale on Caravancampingsales.com via a sms message & follow up emails He wanted to buy it for his father from me here on the gold coast and transport it to Darwin as a suprise birthday present I thought that strange why not buy one in Darwin or Cairns . He said he worked on a ship for New Zealand Oil & Gas for5 weeks on &5 weeks off had no phone service that also was strange I went along with it although… Read Full Report ⇒ |
| monica Valley Stream, NY, United States 2012-07-08 01:43:42 Classified Ads Scam Other Classifieds Site | 2011 Kawasaki Ultra 300x Scammer Information Hello,
Sorry for mailing you so late!
I'm glad that you're interested in my jet skis.The jet skis is in good condition, has no technical damages at all, no scratches or dents,no hidden defects.The jet skis has been looked after very well - washed and cleaned every two weeks.The seats are clean and not torn. The exterior is in excellent condition. It comes with all the documents needed for registration, it has a clear title and it can be registered into your name at any ti… Read Full Report ⇒ |
| monica Valley Stream, NY, United States 2012-07-08 01:37:04 Classified Ads Scam Other Classifieds Site | 2008 Manufacturer: Yamaha Category: 3-4 Passenger Model: VX DELUXE WAVE RUNNER WITH TRAILER RUNS GREAT Scammer Information Hello again,
Please take a few moments and read my email carefully, I know it is long, but I will explain all the details about the jet ski and the transaction.Now I work as a photographer for National Geographic and for the next couple of moths I will be in Tibet. I would preferred as well to talk to you on the phone but in this assignment we are using satellite phones only to communicate with our headquarters. Lucky I have internet connection with no restrictions … Read Full Report ⇒ |
| monica Valley Stream, NY, United States 2012-07-08 01:27:53 Classified Ads Scam | +4 Your 2009 Kawasaki Ultra 300LX Supercharged 300hp 3seats Scammer Information Hi,
Thanks for your interest in my jet ski, it's still available for sale in perfect condition, no scratches, no damage, no mechanical or electrical problems. It will come on a trailer along with the title and the other papers. It was used only in fresh water and has low hours. The fact is that I just moved in England with work ( I work for a phone company) and I cannot sell the jet ski here because it's not made for the British market. So I'm forced to sell it back to US c… Read Full Report ⇒ |
 | Bert Denton Mount Juliet, TN, United States 2012-07-07 18:07:27 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | +3 Edmund Cline Tioga Fleetwood 24d $5,100 Afgan Scam Scammer Information He is trying to scam a 2003 Tioga Fleetwood Camper on Nashville craigslist. Same lying story verbatim about having to go to Afgan and same exact text used about condition on other campers and boats. … Read Full Report ⇒ |