Scam Reporter | Scam Tips Received
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| J R Moses Friona, TX, United States 2012-05-27 04:59:00 Classified Ads Scam Cars.com | Untitled Classified Ads Scam on Cars.com, ref:2873 Classified: Listed our vehicle on CarsforSale.com, got the same text message. We were taken in and taken but good! Not a good feeling. He got nearly $1,000.00 from us sent to: Joel Flagg, 755 20th Street, Rock Island, IL 61201. Figured it to be a scam when... ⇒ more |
| Pokker Somewhere in Ireland 2012-05-27 04:30:18 Classified Ads Scam Gumtree | tony.cason5 Text SMS Message Recieved via sms as I have seen a number of your other reporters. Offering 700 more than what I asked. Clearly a dodgy contact. Thanks for the reference.... ⇒ more |
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| Wally Somewhere in Australia 2012-05-26 05:20:04 Classified Ads Scam Yahoo | email regarding car sale Merran responded to an ad on Gumtree for a car sale, he urged the sale to go through Paypal, in the end I set up a separate bank account and gave it to hime, the car was on sale for $4,550.00, he replied that he would send $5,550.00 and for me to pay a fre... ⇒ more |
| Jonathan Perkins Quincy, MA, United States 2012-05-25 23:42:21 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | +2 2006 Chaparral 216 DB Hello Jonathan,
My name is Annette, and I'm emailing you about the Chaparral 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 wat... ⇒ more |
| Jan A. Cornelius Houston, TX, United States 2012-05-25 16:03:23 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | SSgt Jane E. Ransdell, selling a 1979 Airstream before she deploys to Afghanistan We saw the listing and photo on CraigslistDFW for a 1979 Airstream Trade Wind 25ft for $3200. Emails were exchanged, the trailer was ready for shipment in Topeka, KS., and the transaction had been set up in advance through eBay Motors (because SSgt Ransd... ⇒ more |
| No Name Tucson, AZ, United States 2012-05-24 23:24:46 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | +2 1967 Mustang Selling a 1967 Mustang out of Las Vegas. Tries to use Amazon as a middle-man. ... ⇒ more |
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| Sara Matta Bloomington, CA, United States 2012-05-24 20:22:06 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | +1 Craigs List scammer I listed an expensive item on Craig's List - residential trailer ($35,000). Here's his response:
Thank for the prompt response to my inquiry.i am very interested in
your listed item at craiglist for my company quickly but i will not be
able to inspec... ⇒ more |
| al Montgomery, AL, United States 2012-05-24 20:09:25 Classified Ads Scam
| car for sale - buyer patcox654@gmail.com received the below text from a potential buyer of a vehicle I have listed for sale.
'Hello, i want to know if your car is still up for sale and to know your firm price, you can get back to my mail.....patcox654igmail.com (patcox654 at gmail.com)'
I ... ⇒ more |
| al Montgomery, AL, United States 2012-05-24 20:04:36 Classified Ads Scam Other Classifieds Site | +2 Car for sale - contacted by frank james received the following text (exactly how i received it) -
'Hello i am frank james i saw your item on carsforsal.com i want to know if these car is still for sales?kindly get back to me with these email (frankjames545iyahoo.com) with the price'
-sent f... ⇒ more |
| tom Maywood, IL, United States 2012-05-24 17:24:26 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | +5 Grand Piano Scam Grand Piano scam
Hello,
My name is Laura Albright, I'm emailing you regarding the Yamaha C 3 Conservatory Series Grand Piano that I have for sale. The instrument is in perfect condition, with no need for additional repairs, no dings, special marks wh... ⇒ more |
| Jim Ehle Somewhere in United States 2012-05-24 10:52:07 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | 1999 Winnebago Minnie Winnie DL 29FT Motorhomeâ€â€ Hello,
My name is Susan, and I'm emailing you about the Winnebago Minnie Winnie I have for sale. The motorhome is in perfect condition, with no need for any additional repairs. Flawless exterior/interior condition. It has never been involved in an acciden... ⇒ more |
| Kristin Urbana, IL, United States 2012-05-23 16:51:22 Classified Ads Scam Cars.com | Car Scam I have my car listed for sale and I got a text to my phone identical to those listed. Word for word. I emailed back and said the price is as listed. He emailed back thanking me for my response and asked the price so we could proceed with the transaction. I... ⇒ more |
| Dutch Winter Garden, FL, United States 2012-05-23 11:57:26 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | 2005 Duracraft 17.5' Aluminum Bass Boat - $2300 Date: 2012-05-21, 9:49PM EDT ***CRAIGS LIST AD***
Reply to: see below [Errors when replying to ads?]
Model 60ELPTEFI
17.5' Length
70" Beam (5' 10")at Stern
60 HP Mercury Big Foot 4 Stroke Engine - certified 63.4 Hours - Perfect Condition.
All-Aluminum... ⇒ more |
| Sharon Kenthurst, New South Wales, Australia 2012-05-23 02:14:14 Classified Ads Scam
| Wanting to buy a Water truck for his Dads birthday "Mark" if thats what his name is, asked to buy a water truck that he saw advertised and wanted to move quickly on the deal as it was a birthday present for his father in New Zealand. He was unable to view the truck as he was out to sea on a boat. I googled... ⇒ more |
| No Name Canyon Country, CA, United States 2012-05-22 23:03:17 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | +1 1999 Airstream Bambi Trailer (Craigslist Ad) :: Harrison Susan E SSgt USAF ACC 23 FSS FSVF Harrison Susan E SSgt USAF ACC 23 FSS FSVF
Hello,
My name is Susan, and I'm emailing you about the Airstream Bambi I have for sale. The camper is in perfect condition, with no need for any additional repairs. Flawless exterior/interior condition. It has a... ⇒ more |
| No Name Pine Bush, NY, United States 2012-05-22 11:27:11 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | 2007 eos $6,100 Listed a 2007 EOs for sale $6,100. Too good to be true. SCAMMER.... ⇒ more |
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| Michael Richards Somewhere in United States 2012-05-22 06:17:07 Classified Ads Scam Gumtree | Untitled Classified Ads Scam on Gumtree, ref:2789 This person, Rodney Kennedy (rodneykennedy21@gmail.com, sent email advising that he wanted to purchase the car straight away and would pay via 'PayPal', exactly same text as he has sent others. In my one, he was an Engineer on a ship; to the other one, he ... ⇒ more |
| No Name Easton, PA, United States 2012-05-22 03:02:05 Classified Ads Scam Cars.com | +1 Trying to buy my car
Scam Details,,,,,,,
Listed my car on cars.com The next afternoon, I received a text message (SMS):
"Hi, am interested in your vehicle. Pls conifrm the price/availability to my email address: graphics@contactgray.com. pls no sms bcos I won't b able ... ⇒ more |
| sparkey Las Vegas, NV, United States 2012-05-21 23:31:02 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | +2 Chloe Finkel SSgt USAF ACC 23 FSS FSVF chloe.finkel1@hotmail.com 04 HarleySoftail FXST - $3400
Date: 2012-05-17, 12:51PM PDT
Reply to: twt4r-3021586943@sale.craigslist.org [Errors when replying to ads?]
extremly well kept bike and looks great.
2004 Harley-Davidson Softail FXST
Craigslist – las vegas posting
04 ... ⇒ more |
| No Name Somewhere in United States 2012-05-21 22:11:16 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | Email Response to online Ad This person responded to an ad I had placed. The wording and conditions in the email was highly suspicious. The language seemed to indicate a poor translation from a foreign language. The content indicate a hisghly suspect method of transacting business... ⇒ more |
| Tom Lewiston, ME, United States 2012-05-21 19:21:26 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | Boat SCAM Hello ,
My name is Chloe, and I'm emailing you about the 2005 Skeeter SX180 I have for sale. The boat is in perfect condition, with no need for any additional repairs. Flawless exterior/interior condition, no scratches and no dents. It has never been in s... ⇒ more |
| JEFF Somewhere in United States 2012-05-21 18:44:51 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | POLARIS RZR Scammer Information | Name: MIRANDA | Email Address:
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ADD SAID SHE WAS SELLING A 2010 POLARIS 800 RZR FOR 3100 DOLLARS / THIS WAS A REAL BIG RED FLAG. THIS SIDE BY SIDE WOULD SELL FOR DOUBLE OR TRIPLE THAT PRICE.
FROM SELLER:I will ask Amazon to send you the invoice ( contact details, payment instructions)... ⇒ more |
| Mark Clermont, FL, United States 2012-05-21 16:35:41 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | 2007 Honda CR-V 4WD EX-L*•*• LOADED *•*• - $3301 From: Harrison Susan E SSgt USAF ACC 23 FSS FSVF [mailto:susan.e.harrison@msn.com]
Sent: Sunday, May 20, 2012 07:26 AM
To: Mark
Subject: RE: 2007 Honda CR-V
Hi Mark,
Right now I am at the military base getting ready for Afghanistan. This means that I am... ⇒ more |
| David W Somewhere in United States 2012-05-21 16:21:50 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | 2012 BMW G650GS Sertao - $3300 This bike does not exist. BMW model is a twin cylinder not a single that the vendor has here. When asked questions the reply is automated not written. This is a scam!
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| No Name Somewhere in United States 2012-05-21 13:37:19 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) | +1 Chloe Finkel SSgt USAF ACC 23 FSS FSVF [chloe.finkel2@hotmail.com] Hello ,
My name is Chloe, and I'm emailing you about the 2007 Yamaha R1 Raven Edition I have for sale. The bike is in perfect condition, with no need for any additional repairs. Flawless condition, no scratches and no dents. It has never been involved in ... ⇒ more |