Classified Ads Scam TipOff Reports| Scam Reporter | Scam Tips Received | |
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  | Lisa Manhattan, KS, United States 2012-05-01 19:15:12 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) |   used car scam Scammer Information My name is Jane, and I'm emailing you about the 1996 Ford Bronco Eddie Bauer XLT I have for sale. The SUV 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 88,789, automatic transmission, with an 5.0L 8 Cylinder gasoline fuel engine , 4WD, red exterior and tan leather interior. It has a clear title with no loans or liens on it. The price w… Read Full Report ⇒ |
| No Name Seattle, WA, United States 2012-05-01 15:55:27 Classified Ads Scam eBay (www.ebay.com) | +2 2005 lund fisherman $4,400 Scammer Information Saw an Add on Craigslist 2005 Lund fisherman 1800 $4,400. I inquired about it to the seller Jane E. Randsell at Mailto:jane.e.randsell020@hotmail.com I then received partial detail of item seemed kinda weird. I said I was interested in buying it and then received an e-mail from ebay Motors[mailto.ebay@buyers-protection-programs.com]. It looked official with payment instructions and a customer support # 1-877-749-3321 I called the number with no response but was called back so… Read Full Report ⇒ |
| mpweise Limestone, TN, United States 2012-05-01 15:52:22 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | +1 ~~05 Lund Fisherman~~ - $4400 Scammer Information Hello ,
My name is Jane, and I'm emailing you regarding the Lund that I have for sale. The boat is in perfect condition, with no need for any additional repairs. Flawless condition, no dents and no mechanical problems. It has never been in salt water. It has 92 hours and it comes with trailer and all the extras included. It has a clear title with no loans or liens on it. The price was reduced at $4,400 as I need to sell the boat before the 5th of May when I will be leaving wi… Read Full Report ⇒ |
 | No Name Brisbane, Queensland, Australia 2012-05-01 09:51:42 Classified Ads Scam Gumtree |  +4 Car sale Scan Scammer Information Hi
I just thought you might have had some other buyer's interested in buying the Vehicle from you so i think the best way for me to outbid them is only by offering you an additional $700.AUD to your asking price on your ad Gumtree, But let me start by saying i won't for the inspection of the Vehicle my self due to where i am presently,but i have a pick-up Agent who will be contacting you about where and when the picking of the Vehicle will taking place after have comple… Read Full Report ⇒ |
 | E Rudman Elmwood Park, IL, United States 2012-05-01 07:32:47 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | +1 2007 Jayco Jayflight 29BHS 29' Travel Trailer $5000 (Chicago) Scammer Information Beautiful, spacious, travel trailer with an excellent layout! A REAL BEAUTY MUST SEE!!
Contact for additional pictures and info. when I requested more info this is what I received...Hi ,
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 becau… Read Full Report ⇒ |
| Carole Sydney, New South Wales, Australia 2012-05-01 01:43:12 Classified Ads Scam Paypal (paypal.com) |  Selling Vehicle Scammer Information He sent me txt mess. with no mobile no. only email address. Below is email he sent me -
"thanks for the swift response and do as well advise on the least amount you will like to give it away as i am buying this for Dad and due to the nature of my job and location...i will not be able to come for inspection,am a very busy type as i work long hours everyday,i have gone through your advertisement and i am satisfied with it.
As for the payment..i can only pay via the fastest … Read Full Report ⇒ |
| Alan Boyd Sydney, New South Wales, Australia 2012-04-30 14:33:55 Classified Ads Scam Quokka (quokka.com.au) | +4 Car Sale Scammer Information I advertised my Ute. David Wilson said hed buy, was on an oil rig, would pay through paypal and an agent would pick up. Once we di a bit of investigating it turned out we had to send $950AUD to his agent - Leo Johnson - and hed release $20000
David Wilson
Leo Johnson - 66 Mitchell Avenue Gravesend Kent DA11 8AX… Read Full Report ⇒ |
| No Name Youngstown, OH, United States 2012-04-30 13:02:09 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | Perfect 21' Sea Ray Bow Rider 1989 - $2500 (hartford ) Scammer Information My name is Christina, and I'm emailing you about the 21' Sea Ray I have for sale. The boat is in perfect condition, with no need for any additional repairs. Flawless condition, no dents and no mechanical problems. It has never been in salt water. It has 230 hours and it comes with trailer and all the extras included. It has a clear title with no loans or liens on it. The price was reduced at $2,500 as I need to sell the boat before the 13th of May when I will be leaving with … Read Full Report ⇒ |
 | Eddy Gilbert Sydney, New South Wales, Australia 2012-04-30 03:19:47 Classified Ads Scam | text message to my mobile Scammer Information Text message about my car for sale "Mate is your car still available. Please get back to me on cris.patrick23@gmail.com for the firm price as my phone line is presently scrambled. It seems that Cris has form looking at what I have found on the internet about him. I did not reply, having lost $6500 by internet fraud some years ago.… Read Full Report ⇒ |
| No Name Melbourne, Victoria, Australia 2012-04-30 01:54:59 Classified Ads Scam Gumtree | Gumtree Ad Scammer Information Thanks a lot for the email .I am away at sea at the moment,on the west aquarius submersible to be precise, we do not have access to phone at the moment,its 15days off and 15days on,which is why I contacted you with internet messaging facility. What is your last negotiable price? and where is it located at the moment?
I am buying this for my next holiday, and i want it to be delivered before my arrival in NT . However,does it have any history I should be aware of? a… Read Full Report ⇒ |
 | mary bay Cedar Rapids, IA, United States 2012-04-28 15:55:02 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | +5 craigs list used auto for sale Scammer Information represents she has a car for sale in perfect condition below market price because she is going overseas and needs to get rid of it right away... can I send money to hold it… Read Full Report ⇒ |
 | No Name Somewhere in United States 2012-04-28 10:22:51 Classified Ads Scam | +1 Untitled Classified Ads Scam , ref:2337 Scammer Information … Read Full Report ⇒ |
  | Brendan Holleran Dublin, Leinster, Ireland 2012-04-27 09:20:24 Classified Ads Scam Other Classifieds Site | Untitled Classified Ads Scam on Other Classifieds Site, ref:2328 Scammer Information Am very sorry for my late response, thank you for getting back to me. Though I'll be using
the services of a mover who will come for the pick up of the item on
my behalf because I'm currently away for a surgeon  but I will
send a Cashier check through my Bank to cover the cost of the Car...
The check will be delivered to you by a reliable courier company
within 2-3 working days. Please do provide me with your full mailing
address, and also indicate your final price, the Na… Read Full Report ⇒ |
 | Merrilyn Achammer Sydney, New South Wales, Australia 2012-04-27 03:40:14 Classified Ads Scam Paypal (paypal.com) | Caravan for sale Scammer Information We advertised our caravan on Trading Post and received a text via mobile asking for firm price and condition of van. He asked us to reply via email which we did. His reply seemed to vague so I googled his name and found this site with other similar incidents.
Copy of his email:
Hi thanks for the mail,am ok with the price and the condition,am
buying it for my holiday,because i'll be coming soon from our rig as
am a marine biologist working offshore,i won't be able to com… Read Full Report ⇒ |
 | Senegade Brisbane, Queensland, Australia 2012-04-26 22:40:52 Classified Ads Scam Gumtree | Cris Patrick Scammer Information Received a text message from "Chris" hours after listing my car for sale on Gumtree.com.au.
Text read:
"Mate,is your Car still available,Please get back to me on cris.patrick23@gmail.com for the firm price as my phone line is presently scrambled.
Regards"
After replying via email asking him to inspect the car before negotiating price I received this:
"Thanks a lot for the email .I am away at sea at the moment,on the west aquarius submersible to be precise, we do not have a… Read Full Report ⇒ |
| No Name Somewhere in Australia 2012-04-26 02:51:29 Classified Ads Scam Other Classifieds Site | +2 Peter Clarke - suspicious car buyer - buying for uncle in Malaysia Scammer Information Received text message in reply to ad selling my Mazda3 requesting service info, condition etc. Requested info to be sent via email.
Reply to my giving this information:
Thanks, I have actually tried to get this type earlier from here but most of the ones I got are extremely exorbitant, as for this price it is ok. I am interested in the purchase for my Uncle who just moved to Malaysia where this is needed and due to demanding and eventful work i will be making use of a shi… Read Full Report ⇒ |
| No Name Somewhere in Australia 2012-04-26 02:46:38 Classified Ads Scam Gumtree | +2 Cris Patrick - away at sea at the moment,on the west aquarius submersible NT - Car buyer scam Scammer Information Received text message reply to my ad selling my car. Asking to confirm price etc via email.
In reply to my email I received this:
Thanks a lot for the email .I am away at sea at the moment,on the west aquarius submersible to be precise, we do not have access to phone at the moment,its 15days off and 15days on,which is why I contacted you with internet messaging facility. What is your last negotiable price? and where is it located at the moment?
I am buying this for my ne… Read Full Report ⇒ |
| No Name Somewhere in Australia 2012-04-26 02:45:47 Classified Ads Scam Gumtree | +10 Cris Patrick - away at sea at the moment,on the west aquarius submersible NT Scammer Information Received text message reply to my ad selling my car. Asking to confirm price etc via email.
In reply to my email I received this:
Thanks a lot for the email .I am away at sea at the moment,on the west aquarius submersible to be precise, we do not have access to phone at the moment,its 15days off and 15days on,which is why I contacted you with internet messaging facility. What is your last negotiable price? and where is it located at the moment?
I am buying this for my ne… Read Full Report ⇒ |
| Rachypoo712 Baldwin Park, CA, United States 2012-04-26 00:57:31 Classified Ads Scam Paypal (paypal.com) | +2 David Gray Jr Scammer Information Contacted me regarding my vehicle for sale...
Hello Rachel,
Thanks for getting back to me on here. I will take it for $14,700USD including PayPal surcharges since I am interested in the immediate purchase.
I can only make the payment via paypal because it's very safe and secure for both of us. In case you don't have a paypal account I'll advice you to register for one at www.paypal.com. I have a private pick-up agent that will contact you in-order to handle the… Read Full Report ⇒ |
| Ginny Brisbane, Queensland, Australia 2012-04-25 10:40:47 Classified Ads Scam Gumtree | Beware Two Scam Buyer's for my Gumtree Ad in one day Scammer Information Beware there are 2 people texting within hours of each other wanting to buy items on Gumtree. I unwittenly emailed first scammer back but when I read return email I knew straight away it was a scam. Message read
Janet Cool
> Thanks for responding on time...and i'm willing to know the lowest
> price of it. As for the payment..i will be paying you via the fastest
> and secure way to pay online(PayPal), and
> a private courier agent would come for the pick up after the pa… Read Full Report ⇒ |
 | No Name Perth, Western Australia, Australia 2012-04-25 08:47:53 Classified Ads Scam Gumtree | daved1516 Scammer Information I'm not sure exactly what this guy is up to but getting a buyer for my boat in less than 24hrs without anyone looking at it seemed to good to be true. A google seacrh of his name and email brought me to this site with exact, word for word emails from the same guy asking for paypal account details.… Read Full Report ⇒ |
| MATT Danvers, MA, United States 2012-04-24 15:30:21 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | +1 OFFSHORE WORKER SCAM Scammer Information TEXT MESSAGED ME ABOUT MY CAR AD, ASKS BEST PRICE AND THEN AGREES TO THE ASK PRICE, WANTS TO PAY FULL AMOUNT WITH PAYPAL SINCE WORKING OFFSHORE ON RIG. SAYS WILL ARRANGE PICK UP. NOT SURE HOW THEY SCAM, BUT I GUESS THEY USE HACKED PAYPAL ACCOUNTS, OR ARE PHISHING FOR INFO.
MY RULE IS IF YOU CANT MEET THE PERSON FACE TO FACE AND GET CASH OR GO TO A MAJOR LOCAL BANK FOR A CASHIERS CHECK, THEN FORGET IT, LET THEM PROVE THEY ARE WHO THEY SAY THEY ARE WITH ID REFRENCES ETC, BEYON… Read Full Report ⇒ |
| No Name Brisbane, Queensland, Australia 2012-04-24 12:17:03 Classified Ads Scam Paypal (paypal.com) | +8 Christopher Ryan , 36 koolpinyah crescent tiwi northern territory 0810,Australia lisence number - 16723654 DOB- 29th oct,1975 Scammer Information
christopher Ryan christ.ryan01@gmail.com
Apr 23 (1 day ago)
to me
Thanks a lot for the email .I am away at sea at the moment,on the west aquarius submersible to be precise, we do not have access to phone at the moment,its 15days off and 15days on,which is why I contacted you with internet messaging facility. What is your last negotiable price? and where is it located at the moment?
I am buying this for my next holiday, and i want it to be delivered before my arrival in … Read Full Report ⇒ |
 | KATE LISYAK Perth, Western Australia, Australia 2012-04-24 09:02:31 Classified Ads Scam | +3 classified ad on gumtree Scammer Information When I asked for call back number have not had any response. SAME STORY-MARINE BIOLOGIST ETC. Sounded like b--- sh--. Don't know how he could get the van without paying me?… Read Full Report ⇒ |
 | Rick Melbourne, Victoria, Australia 2012-04-22 10:44:43 Classified Ads Scam Paypal (paypal.com) | David Edmond Marine Biologist Scammer Information A copy of my email cnversation with this scammer...
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From: dave edmond [mailto:daved1516@gmail.com]
Sent: Sunday, 22 April 2012 6:34 PM
To: Rick
Subject: Re: Listing
Hi thanks for the mail,am ok with the price and the condition of the RAV4,am
buying it for my holiday,because i'll be coming soon from our rig as
am a marine biologist working offshore,i won't be able to come for
the inspection due … Read Full Report ⇒ |