Classified Ads Scam TipOff Reports| Scam Reporter | Scam Tips Received | |
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  | Anonymous Melbourne, Victoria, Australia 2012-10-16 06:16:20 Classified Ads Scam Cars.com |  buying car Scammer Information Trying to buy car in western australia… Read Full Report ⇒ |
| Cautious Seller Sydney, New South Wales, Australia 2012-10-15 23:02:18 Classified Ads Scam Paypal (paypal.com) |   Scam using fake emails from Paypal Scammer Information Had advertised a truck on trucksales.com and this guy emails saying he is interested etc etc...He wants to go ahead with purchase and asks for paypal email address to make payment. Email supposedly from paypal comes through saying the amount of the truck is now with paypal and the amount for the shipping of the truck is extra and needs to be paid via Western Union and the monies will be released to the seller!....I checked paypal account no such monies are there and no confi… Read Full Report ⇒ |
| Alex McCann Adelaide, South Australia, Australia 2012-10-15 21:06:57 Classified Ads Scam Other Classifieds Site | Untitled Classified Ads Scam on Other Classifieds Site, ref:5811 Scammer Information
We advertised a trailer for sale on the Truckworld website and this person responded as follows
On Sat, Oct 13, 2012 at 2:06 AM, dave edmond wrote:
Thank you for the mail,i am okay with the condition Likewise your
asking price is quite reasonable and affordable considering others
I've seen lately, I'll have it for the listed price, please kindly send me your
paypal payment email and name to set up purchase,
i will arrange for pick up by my freight agent… Read Full Report ⇒ |
 | Anonymous Redding, CA, United States 2012-10-15 18:15:11 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) |  Michael Orley aka Rachel Smith Scammer Information Posted my vehicle for sale on craigslist saying that vehicle is available unless the post is removed. Got an email from Michael Orley using email and a reply to email of Michael Orley asking if my vehicle posted on craigslist is still available. I googled the name and both emails, will not be replying to the scum bag. … Read Full Report ⇒ |
 | Anonymous Somewhere in United States 2012-10-15 15:00:54 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | 1971 Airstream Globtrotter Scammer Information My husband and I saw this advertised in our local Craigslist classifiesd, however the person is out of state. She claims to be selling a mint condition 1971 Airstreat trailer for $2,350 (and free shipping) through Google Checkout. The pictures of this trailer lead me to believe it would realistically be priced between $20,000-$30,000. Supposedly the trailer is parked out of state at the Google facility in TN. and will be shipped to me with a money back guarantee if I don't li… Read Full Report ⇒ |
| Anonymous Somewhere in United States 2012-10-14 20:20:24 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | vehicle Scammer Information After placing an ad for a vehicle on craigslist I received this text from 208-358-8158: Hi, this sms is abt ur ad on craigslist. Pls confirm the availabity/price 2 my email: gray11213 at gmail.com.pls no sms cos I'm using internet sms facility. He stated he was an oceanographer and in New Zealand out at sea. He stated
Hello Mary
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 c… Read Full Report ⇒ |
 | Anonymous Hamilton, South Lanarkshire, United Kingdom 2012-10-14 20:20:06 Classified Ads Scam Autotrader (autotrader.com) |  annie nasal Scammer Information I received an email saying that annie would buy my car and pay via paypal. i understand the scam works by then getting me to forward cash for the courier and the payment from annie for the car is cancelled leaving me out of pocket still holding the car but lost courier fee to annie.… Read Full Report ⇒ |
| Anonymous Hamilton, South Lanarkshire, United Kingdom 2012-10-14 20:19:57 Classified Ads Scam Autotrader (autotrader.com) | annie nasal Scammer Information I received an email saying that annie would buy my car and pay via paypal. i understand the scam works by then getting me to forward cash for the courier and the payment from annie for the car is cancelled leaving me out of pocket still holding the car but lost courier fee to annie.… Read Full Report ⇒ |
| Bruno Messmer Portland, OR, United States 2012-10-13 16:49:55 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | 98 Shadow Cruiser Pop-up camper Scammer Information Sorry for the late response...I am ok with the asking price.due to
the nature of my job and location,i will not be able to come for
inspection because i work long hours everyday,i have gone through your
advertisement and i am satisfied with it.i will be paying you via the
fastest and secure way to pay online(PayPal).
I have a private courier agent that will come for the pick up after
the payment have been made.You can now send me your PayPal email so i
can pay in right away … Read Full Report ⇒ |
| No Name Hall, Australian Capital Territory, Australia 2012-10-13 10:55:31 Classified Ads Scam Gumtree | +23 Kapo Project Scammer Information Thanks a lot for the email. I am buying it for my son who just graduated ontop of his class in Australia national university (ANU) .He studied Business Law and Professional Ethics Minor and am so proud of him .i want it as a surprise package to appreciate him towards his achievement and to be delivered before my arrival NT as my family lives in NT presently
I work with AWE New Zealand Pty Ltd and we are presently offshore in New Zealand Taranaki Basin on kapo project. W… Read Full Report ⇒ |
 | Keith Paulusse Brisbane, Queensland, Australia 2012-10-13 03:03:26 Classified Ads Scam Paypal (paypal.com) | +1 I advertised my car on Gum Tree and David Oliver sent me an sms. Scammer Information I was nearly conned. I became suspecious when I was asked to pay $950 dollors to a Britsh Freight company via Western Union. The amount reimbursement was allready in a paypal account. Which I could not access. Obvuoisly the deal would be canncelled after I paif $950.
David Oliver etc is a crook and a scam.
I advertised my car on Gum Tree.
Here is the confirmation from David Oliver.Hi Keith,
I have just made the payments now and i also requested that Paypal should sen… Read Full Report ⇒ |
| No Name Los Angeles, CA, United States 2012-10-13 01:35:10 Classified Ads Scam Other Classifieds Site | Sent text message via CycleTrader.com to my listed phone in ad Scammer Information Scamer didn't use the email inquiry link in the motorcycle ad in CycleTrader, but SMS texted to my phone saying not to text back because of message cost but instead to send my email response to his or her email address in the SMS text. "gray11213@gmail.com". … Read Full Report ⇒ |
| Anonymous Jackson, CA, United States 2012-10-12 22:00:31 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | RE: marine 327 chev & velvet dr. trans - $750 Scammer Information thanks for the quick response, i'm okay with the present condition...
I advertised the engine and this loser goes on and on about how busy he is and he will send me the cashier check directly then someone else will pick up the motor. Wanted all kinds of personal info. Real important businessman...and can't even spell!… Read Full Report ⇒ |
| Anonymous Jackson, CA, United States 2012-10-12 21:59:37 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | RE: marine 327 chev & velvet dr. trans - $750 Scammer Information thanks for the quick response, i'm okay with the present condition...
I advertised the engine and this loser goes on and on about how busy he is and he will send me the cashier check directly then someone else will pick up the motor. Wanted all kinds of personal info. Real important businessman...and can't even spell!… Read Full Report ⇒ |
 | Anonymous Raleigh, NC, United States 2012-10-12 18:07:16 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | 1996 Goldwing Trike $4300.00 Scammer Information I\'m Jenny, and I am glad to see so much interest in my Honda Goldwing. Its in really good shape, I never had any problems with it, no scratches nor dents, and its free of any accidents. It has 25,672 miles, with a 1,500CC 6 Cyl engine. I have the title, in my hand, clear, free of any liens or loans on it. At first I tried to sell it at its Blue Book value, but I changed up my mind and reduced the price drastically at $4,300. I got divorced recently, that is how I got the tri… Read Full Report ⇒ |
 | MS EXCHANGE ENGINEER Somewhere in United States 2012-10-12 14:23:14 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | a response via txt Scammer Information He wants my Paypal info, my namIie, wants me to email him... so i'm just asking him what he's wearing trying to get his dumb ass to send me a dirty pic. Ha ha ha… Read Full Report ⇒ |
| John Queensbury, NY, United States 2012-10-12 03:23:26 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | +1 1980 Toyaota Land Cruiser FJ 40 $6900 all original with only 2760 miles Scammer Information First email:
My name is Jenny, happy to see you are interested in my Toyota Land Cruiser. Let me give you a few details about it. Really good shape, never had any problems with it, no scratches nor dents, the suv is free of any accidents, 2,760 miles, manual transmission, 6 Cyl 4.2L engine, gray exterior/gray interior, 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… Read Full Report ⇒ |
 | Ken Switzer Vicksburg, MS, United States 2012-10-12 02:36:33 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | 2003 FLSTSI Harely Davidson Scammer Information Original Message-----
From: Jenny R. Kruger [mailto:kruger.j35@msn.com]
Sent: Wednesday, October 10, 2012 9:47 PM
Subject: 2003 Harley-Davidson Softail FLSTSI
Hey XXXXX,
My name is Jenny, happy to see you are interested in my Harley-Davidson. Let me give you a few details about it. Really good shape, never had any problems with it, no scratches nor dents, the bike is free of any accidents, never been dropped, 8,534 miles, 1,450cc engine, the title is legally under my … Read Full Report ⇒ |
 | Anonymous Angra do Heroísmo, Azores, Portugal 2012-10-11 16:29:20 Classified Ads Scam Paypal (paypal.com) | Untitled Classified Ads Scam on Paypal (paypal.com), ref:5720 Scammer Information okay, so how much should i send for the item now through paypal
On Thu, Oct 11, 2012 at 4:59 PM, Mário Amarante wrote:
My paypal email address is: marionion32@hotmail.com
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Date: Thu, 11 Oct 2012 16:36:49 +0100
Subject: Re: Anúncio OLX
From: jaycool1970@gmail.com
To: marionion32@hotmail.com
okay, so let me have your paypal email address, so that i ca… Read Full Report ⇒ |
 | Anonymous Melbourne, Victoria, Australia 2012-10-11 11:59:57 Classified Ads Scam Other Classifieds Site | Caravan for sals Scammer Information I am selling a caravan for my mother on caravanandcampingsales.com.au I received this message within 12 hours of listing.
From: richard.crisell11@gmail.com [mailto:richard.crisell11@gmail.com]
Sent: Thursday, 11 October 2012 9:24 AM
To: [name witheld]
Subject: Re: Caravan
Thanks a lot for the email .I am away at sea at the moment,i work with New Zealand Oil and Gas (NZOG) and we are presently offshore in New Zealand Taranaki Basin on kapo project.We do not have access t… Read Full Report ⇒ |
| Anonymous Braintree, MA, United States 2012-10-11 02:56:18 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | Am glad it's available. I'm going on a vacation to London but I will instruct my assistant to prepare and mail your payment wh Scammer Information Received this reply to a craigslist posting from johnpileks34@gmail.com.:
Am glad it's available. I'm going on a vacation to London but I will instruct my assistant to prepare and mail your payment which I'm sure you will get in about4 - 6 business days. I'll add $20 extra for the delay. I'll pay by M O or cashier check so send me your info (i.e full name, mailing address and your sphone number) so payment can be mailed out immediately. I will also make arrangement for pick-… Read Full Report ⇒ |
 | Eric Marinovic Belmont, Victoria, Australia 2012-10-11 02:17:36 Classified Ads Scam Other Classifieds Site | Untitled Classified Ads Scam on Other Classifieds Site, ref:5700 Scammer Information Dave Contacted me by text on my phone and I had to respond to a email which I did then agreed to pay the amount i had advertised by nissa micra on carsguide.com Via Paypal I told him I dnt have Paypal and that he had to pay me by direct debt he agreed again i aked some details about him and then looked him up on goole and this is where im at would love to set him up and catch him… Read Full Report ⇒ |
 | Anonymous Byford, Western Australia, Australia 2012-10-10 23:25:54 Classified Ads Scam Other Classifieds Site | +1 Selling my car on CarsGuide Scammer Information I have a car advertised on CarsGuide. Wants me to provide Bank Details so he can pay me and arrange 'his agent' to collect the car.
I Googled his name and address:-
Dave Edmunds 24 Kurrajong Crescent Nightcliff Northern Territory 0810,Australia
and received a SCAM warning and this form.… Read Full Report ⇒ |
| Anonymous Orange, TX, United States 2012-10-10 20:04:45 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | RV scammer Scammer Information We advertised our camper for sale and immediately he responded by saying he hoped we still had it. i replied yes and the next email was identical to all the others.
Hello,
Thanks for your quick response ,I will not be coming to view it because of my Job,i am a Marine and i am buying this for my Uncle.i am at sea right now and am satisfied with your firm/advert price,as am requesting this transaction should be done via PayPal so the PayPal charges is on me and Payment wil… Read Full Report ⇒ |
 | Anonymous Lexington, KY, United States 2012-10-09 19:46:44 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | Untitled Classified Ads Scam on Craigslist (craiglist.com), ref:5656 Scammer Information Hey [innocent me],
I'm Jenny, and I am glad to see so much interest in my Volkswagen New Jetta. Its in really good shape, I never had any problems with it, no scratches nor dents, and its free of any accidents. It has 65,500 miles, its automatic, with a 2.5L I5 MPI engine. Its black on the exterior, and black in the interior. I have the title, in my hand, clear, free of any liens or loans on it. At first I tried to sell it at its Blue Book value, but I changed up my mind a… Read Full Report ⇒ |