Classified Ads Scam TipOff Reports for Craigslist (craiglist.com)| Scam Reporter | Scam Tips Received | |
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  | Anonymous Chicago, IL, United States 2012-09-25 13:48:54 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) |   Untitled Classified Ads Scam on Craigslist (craiglist.com), ref:5325 Scammer Information Car paypal scam… Read Full Report ⇒ |
 | Anonymous Somewhere in United States 2012-09-25 00:12:23 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | Auto scam from Craigslist Scammer Information [1st email]
please tell me if this is still available for sale and what is your last asking price of it?
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[2nd email]
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 a bank check, i'll wait until your bank
clears the check before we proceed with the pickup. I'll also take… Read Full Report ⇒ |
 | Diane Lynch Scottsdale, AZ, United States 2012-09-24 15:29:11 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | +1 24' Bigfoot motorhome FORD 7.3 POWER STROKE ENGINE - $4000. Scammer Information Sounded too good to be true so we looked into a bit further and found this person not only had this 24' Bigfoot motorhome listed on Craigslist in Baton Rouge Louisiana but also other states as well. She also has a listing on Ebay which was showing the highest bid at $25,000 so obviously she would not sell at $4000! In our email we requested a phone number we could contact her by but she responds with none. Here is her emailed response;
Hey there,
My name is Debra, happy to s… Read Full Report ⇒ |
| Brigitte Lee's Summit, MO, United States 2012-09-22 17:25:48 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | +5 2007 airstream basecamp with tent $3400 Omaha on Craigslist Omaha Scammer Information Jenny R Kruger jenny.kruger32@msn.com
9:28 PM (14 hours ago)
to me
Hey B,
My name is Jenny, happy to see you are interested in my Airstream. Let me give you a few details about it. Really good shape, never had any problems using it, no need to invest money in it, 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 and reduced the price drastically at $3.400. I got divo… Read Full Report ⇒ |
| Carol Chan Daly City, CA, United States 2012-09-20 19:50:27 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) |  +2 1993 Mazda RX-7 VR Scammer Information
On Sep 18, 2012, at 2:51 PM, Debra Fowler wrote:
Hello there,
My name is Debra, and I'm emailing you about the Mazda RX-7 I have for sale. The car is in very good shape, no known mechanical issues, without scratches or dents, and it has never been involved in any kind of accidents. The mileage is 87,744, manual transmission, 4WD, black exterior and black interior. I legally own a clear title, free of any liens or loans, under my name. The price w… Read Full Report ⇒ |
| Tim Tourville Somewhere in United States 2012-09-19 03:51:39 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | 05 hyundai accent Scammer Information this guy name bryan wants to buy my car n send cash through paypal only n wants a guy to.come pick it up for him. i gave him my paypal name which is tourvt2009@yahoo.com. i realized he was a scam my dad told me n im hoping he doest get my info or trys to get my car… Read Full Report ⇒ |
| Berry L Somewhere in United States 2012-09-18 20:38:47 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | +2 Text received from craigslist ad Scammer Information I got a text response to a craigslist ad posted in Huntsville, AL. The response is like a form letter: "Is your (insert ad title and price here) still available for sale". The guy claims to be Bruce Pelletier located at 5209 Lebanon Church Road in Clarendon, NC 28432. He insist on using Google Checkout for payment. … Read Full Report ⇒ |
 | No Name Sammamish, WA, United States 2012-09-18 20:37:46 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | Craigslist Motorcycle ad Scammer Information This is what the scammer wrote...very similar email to another scam they did to someone else who has reported it to this website.
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
Physiologist and presently in the Forest due to research. 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 … Read Full Report ⇒ |
 | No Name Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada 2012-09-17 06:00:31 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | Car for sale text msg Scammer Information Listed my car for sale. Get late nite text from number above which shows as Florida number and I'm in Manitoba Canada. Says he will pay me $700 over my asking price!! I emailed back and pointed out that I am in CANADA. He replies with lengthy email about "car is for my brother" email copy is here:
Hi Mate
                  just thinking you might have had some buyer's interested in buying your Vehicle and i think… Read Full Report ⇒ |
| Sharon Essex, MD, United States 2012-09-15 17:22:52 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | Craigslist Scammer "Joseph WIlliam" Scammer Information In reply to my ad on Criaglist, I got this email response.
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 a bank check, i'll wait until your bank
clears the check before we proceed with the pickup. I'll also take
care of the pickup and delivery when the check cleared, provide me
your na… Read Full Report ⇒ |
| No Name Orlando, FL, United States 2012-09-15 14:04:09 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | +1 2006 winnebage view 24H Scammer Information 2012-9-13
Hello,
My name is Diane Anderson, and I'memailing you about the 2006 Winnebage view24h I have for sale. It has only 28500 miles and a clear title with no loans or liens on it. The price was reduced at $4800.00 as I need to sell this motorhome before the 24th of September when I will be leaving with my platoon back to Afghanistan, so I don't want it getting old in my backyard. If you have any other questions, or need more info, please feel free to ask.
Thank you,
S… Read Full Report ⇒ |
| Eric Somewhere in United States 2012-09-14 19:26:43 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | +1 Sgt.Diane Anderson NCOIC FET 15th IBCT CRAIGLST SCAM Scammer Information Now showing on Boise Craigslist-
Name and ad seen elsewhere and identified as a scam.
mercedes-benz 94.sl500 - $2095
Driver Air Bag Anti-Lock Brakes Air Conditioning
Alloy Wheels Cruise Control
it's NOT ok to contact this poster with services or other commercial interests
… Read Full Report ⇒ |
 | michael S Ronda Riverside, CA, United States 2012-09-14 00:19:53 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | Purchase a motorcycle Scammer Information Received the following emails
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 cover PayPal charges from my end.
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 pick-up a… Read Full Report ⇒ |
| No free ride Lynnwood, WA, United States 2012-09-13 14:43:00 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | Jeep Grand Cherokee Scammer Information Jeep Grand Cherokee was posted on CL for a great price. I sent an email and received the response pasted below. After doing a little research it seems that Ms. Alicia has had many vehicles and problems recently. Immediately after reading that the seller is willing to ship the vehicle several thousand miles "at no extra charge" I knew it was a scam.
I believe the listing is no longer on CL - I checked today.
Hello ,
My name is Alicia and I am selling this 2001 Jeep Gran… Read Full Report ⇒ |
| Paul Maffey Las Vegas, NV, United States 2012-09-12 23:46:11 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | Car Sale Scammer Information Had a mini cooper ready for shipping in Kansas and she would have Amazon send me the details on how to
pay for the car. She was leaving for a tour in Afghanistan.… Read Full Report ⇒ |
 | Rebecca Charlotte, NC, United States 2012-09-12 17:27:04 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | Response to a Craigslist Posting Scammer Information First of all, who buys furniture sight unseen? The typos and grammer in the email is terrible. There are young, gullible people out there that would fall for this (like my son in law). My mother is continuously getting involved with scammers and I have alot of experience with spotting the "obvious" signs. Please do not do business with anyone who will buy your belongings sight unseen with a cashiers check or paypal or any other form of payment other than CASH AND IN PERSO… Read Full Report ⇒ |
  | Rini Naucalpan, México, Mexico 2012-09-12 00:26:40 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | +8 On Craigslist replied to ad. Mentioned 'demo rage' moving company across the Atlantic Scammer Information This person replied to an ad of a room for rent and initially portrayed herself as a medic from Geneva, fluent in English and Spanish and coming to the U.S. to perform investigation work for UNAIDS -where she supposedly works. All paid expenses by her boss. -she never mentioned the boss' name-. Later sent the exact same email someone else already posted in this website. She re-sent the same mail 3 times and failed to answer any of my further questions.
It seemed very suspi… Read Full Report ⇒ |
 | Maggie Morrow Somewhere in United States 2012-09-10 18:38:24 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | +1 For A motorhome Scammer Information Hello,
My name is Donna Hillman, and I'm emailing you about the 1998 Country Coach Magna I have for sale.It has only 158,678 miles and a clear title with no loans or liens on it.The price was reduced at $4.500.00 as I need to sell this trailer before the 20th of September when I will be leaving with my platoon back to Afghanistan, so I don't want it getting old in my backyard.If you have any other questions, or need more info, please feel free to ask.
Thank you,
Sgt. Hillma… Read Full Report ⇒ |
 | laura Somewhere in United States 2012-09-05 17:39:57 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | +1 purchase on craigslist through pay pal. Advises he/she is willing to pay 2.99 transaction fees. Scammer Information offers to purchase travel trailer through paypal as an oceanist, and can't set up online banking? Really? Purchase for father, will have agent pick up. Almost mirrors previouse posts… Read Full Report ⇒ |
| No Name Somewhere in United States 2012-09-05 12:11:17 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | Untitled Classified Ads Scam on Craigslist (craiglist.com), ref:4903 Scammer Information Hi,
Thanks for the response.I am willing to pay your asking price.I will pay you with a money order or cashier's check, as its the only way i can pay you at the moment due to the fact that i am away for an assignment.I will make arrangement for the pick-up after payment have been received by you. I don't mind adding an extra $40 just for you to keep it in my favor.Reply with your full name and address where payment should be sent,and a phone number where i can reach you.Plea… Read Full Report ⇒ |
| Jeff Adkisson North Brunswick, NJ, United States 2012-09-04 22:01:22 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | +2 2006 Airstream Bambi Safari 19' Travel Trailer Scammer Information Notes from "seller": I asked for information on the camper he has for sale...
Hello,
I'm the second owner of this 2006 Airstream Bambi Safari 19' Travel Trailer (VIN: 1STCPAA166J519533) The exterior shines and the interior is clean and was obviously well cared for, it's in absolutely pristine condition, without any signs of rust. I've added here a short video-presentation you can see the exact the condition of the camper. So please visit the following YouTube link: http://yo… Read Full Report ⇒ |
 | Jame Tanski Orlando, FL, United States 2012-09-03 15:34:18 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | briojames@gmail.com - Craigslist scammer Scammer Information Thanks for the mail 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 to this
email address briojames@gmail.com
1) What is the condition?
2) Are you the Owner?… Read Full Report ⇒ |
  | Marie Devilois Somewhere in France 2012-09-03 08:00:19 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | EUR860 / 1br - 580ft² - LOVELY 1 BR APARTMENT AVAILABLE (MARAIS, PARIS) Scammer Information Hi xxx,
Pleased to read from you and thanks for your interest. My apartment is still available for both short/long renting, so its available for your move in date either friday or thursday but how long do you intend renting it? A little more about the apartment, its located inside a 17th century residence with trees and calm. I can honestly say that its among the safest and calmest area in Marais. The surface is 580 sq. feet / 55 m2 and much suitable for a maximum of 4 adul… Read Full Report ⇒ |
| MPT Lenexa, KS, United States 2012-09-02 11:02:02 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | Untitled Classified Ads Scam on Craigslist (craiglist.com), ref:4845 Scammer Information TOTAL SCAM... THIS IS ALMOST THE EXACT COPY OF OTHER SCAM EMAILS (MARINE BIOLOGIST, RIG WORKER, ETC., WHO CAN'T COME TO SEE IT BUT WILL PAY BY PAYPAL AND HAVE IT PICKED UP)
Thanks for your mail and im very sorry for the late response,I will not be coming to view it because of my Job,i am an oceanist and i am buying this for my Dad. i accept your offer and i will be happy to accept my offer.I can only pay through paypal at the moment as i dont have access to my bank account o… Read Full Report ⇒ |
 | J Peterson Somewhere in United States 2012-09-01 00:46:32 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | jdummers@yahoo.com Scammer Information Contacted me about something on sale on Craigs Lit asked me to take it off to avoid any confusion. said he was a Military Surgeon and wanted to purchase this for his kids to send to them...When I suggested he have mary (please see below) take the money and pay for shipping-please see his re-ply...Thank You-Good Luck To All-I Hope You Dont Loose Anything, To This, id say
Subject: Re: Hi Again! Re: Build-A-Bear Bears - $5 (Appleton, WI)
Thanks so much for your understanding a… Read Full Report ⇒ |