Classified Ads Scam TipOff Reports| Scam Reporter | Scam Tips Received | |
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  | Craig Cubitt Norwich, Norfolk, United Kingdom 2016-02-17 09:12:35 Classified Ads Scam Gumtree |   Gumtree car sales PayPal scam Scammer Information Selling my car on gumtree and received this email. Had a similar one before. When you reply/try and sort payments they say you must pay eg £200 to get your money?
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  | Anonymous Brisbane, Queensland, Australia 2016-02-16 05:10:26 Classified Ads Scam Gumtree | International payment Scammer Information Posted an Add on gumtree he later replied with this and then a money gram transfer was required SCAM BE CAREFUL:
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 to phone at the moment,its 5days off and 25days on,which is why I contacted you with internet messaging facility. Where is it located at the moment?
I am buyin… Read Full Report ⇒ |
  | Anonymous Portland, OR, United States 2016-02-16 00:58:01 Classified Ads Scam Craigslist (craiglist.com) |  +20 David Robin at it Again! Scammer Information David Robin,
As reported here, If you look him up on this site or many others dealing with online scams, you'll see David Robin. He/they try to run a scam on anyone selling a motorcycle. Posted my bike for sale. Within 10 mins, I got a text asking if the motorcycle was still available and its condition. I responded and instantly got a "I'll take it, but I have to pay via PayPal and I'll have a mover pick it up" Its the same scam that's been documented here. They try to … Read Full Report ⇒ |
 | Anonymous Brisbane, Queensland, Australia 2016-02-16 00:45:18 Classified Ads Scam Gumtree | selling a truck on gumtree Scammer Information Wanting to buy my truck off gumtree.......... Ad ID 1100562667
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 | Anonymous Ft. Pierce, FL, United States 2016-02-15 23:48:17 Classified Ads Scam Autotrader (autotrader.com) |  Response to ad in Auto Trader and KBB Scammer Information The response to my add was exactly the same as the others listed here. Both these addresses claim to be military, etc., and have limited communication capabilities, etc.. They complicate the process by involving moving fees and charges and insist that paypal is the only venue available to them. Disgusting!… Read Full Report ⇒ |
 | Anonymous Adelaide, South Australia, Australia 2016-02-15 10:12:54 Classified Ads Scam carsGuide (carsguide.com.au) | Fake profile trying to buy a car seeking Pay Pal and or BsB details.. Scammer Information Reckons he works offshore and wants to transfer cash asap for car. Cant be contacted on the phone but happy to txt and email. He keeps chaning his name/email but same message its just a simple cut and paste job. Carsales wont do anything about it but you can... Just ignore the flog.… Read Full Report ⇒ |
 | Anonymous Perth, Western Australia, Australia 2016-02-15 04:58:05 Classified Ads Scam Other Classifieds Site | Scammer Carsales Australia Scammer Information Enquired via website as to condition and firm price of vehicle.
I replied and received this email, identical to others on similar sites.
Thanks for getting back,i'm cool with the price likewise the condition as described on the advert,i work with New Zealand Oil and Gas (NZOG) and we are presently offshore in New Zealand Taranaki Basin on kupe project.We do not have access to phone at the moment and that's why I contacted you with internet messaging facility.Regarding th… Read Full Report ⇒ |
 | Anonymous Somewhere in Australia 2016-02-14 21:50:18 Classified Ads Scam | Lynda Sabuba Scammer Information Lynda replied to an gumtree add to buy my wardrobe. She said she was working at sea in New Zealand and would organise a courier to pick up goods. She wanted me to help facilitate the payment to China from Australia. … Read Full Report ⇒ |
  | Anonymous Nieuwegein, Utrecht, Netherlands 2016-02-14 03:56:33 Classified Ads Scam | Scam with flight from german man in philippines Scammer Information Dear Sir/Madam
I would like to report a scam from a German person in Philippines. Attatched I put all the email contact we have had, which also has his information. This is all the info I have form him:
Name; Mark C Gonzales
Address:
Gil Puyat Avenue 356
1200 Makati
Metro Manila
Philippines
Phone number: 00639259888721
Skype: mark-emirates
Bank name: EAST WEST BANK
Account number: 005868347483
SWift: EWBCPHMM
EMail: uses many such as hobbytourist@t-online.de… Read Full Report ⇒ |
| Anonymous Sydney, New South Wales, Australia 2016-02-14 02:26:43 Classified Ads Scam carsGuide (carsguide.com.au) | Untitled Classified Ads Scam on carsGuide (carsguide.com.au), ref:26984 Scammer Information He replied to an ad from Carsales.com.au - said that he wanted to buy a car, on an oil rig etc etc etc. I stopped him short when he mentioned Western Union, Chinese Address, and that fact he had no access to be able to make a deposit into my account prior to organising the Western Union freighting bullshit. After looking into others that have been scammed by this guy, I reckon Carsales should do something about it, its doing them more damage than us.… Read Full Report ⇒ |
  | Anonymous North Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada 2016-02-13 23:22:05 Classified Ads Scam Kijiji.com |  Car Sale Fishing Scammer Information SMS from 205-683-6525 asking me to contact a potential buyer at tommyclark001@gmail.com as he's "busy".
1. Inquires' name not capitalized
2. Inquiry not specific to posted ad (too general)
3. Area code from different country
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| Anonymous North Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada 2016-02-13 21:24:46 Classified Ads Scam Autotrader (autotrader.com) | Car Sell Fishing Scammer Information SMS asking if my CAR was still for sale (Autotrader.ca), via some SMS service. Phone "Doesn't Work" and could I email verristal@gmail.com.
1. I was selling a truck, not a car.
2. Truck was listed the day before so obviously it wasn't sold yet.
3. SMS was not from a local area code but one across the country.
4. Specifically asked for phone calls.… Read Full Report ⇒ |
| No Name Plainfield, IN, United States 2016-02-13 19:22:29 Classified Ads Scam Other Classifieds Site | Texts from a listing sight Scammer Information Scam alert. I have received messages from two different numbers claiming to want these shocks stating that they would send payment even giving me a tracking number. Claims to have a currier to pick up parts but payment never arrives. Here's the numbers:
+1 (801) 980-6534
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 | Anonymous Sydney, New South Wales, Australia 2016-02-13 08:12:30 Classified Ads Scam Gumtree | Person claiming to be employed by New Zealand Oil & Gas offshore and wants account details to pay for an item you posted for sal Scammer Information Scammer contacts you via a listing on classifieds website eg Gumtree and wants to buy your goods without inspection claiming they are offshore sand cannot attend. They will send a courier to pick up once money clears in your account.
There is a notice on the email saying the following:
"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 no… Read Full Report ⇒ |
| Anonymous Rose Bay, New South Wales, Australia 2016-02-13 01:42:49 Classified Ads Scam Gumtree | Buying off Gumtree Scammer Information Same as other scams.
Tried to purchase a caravan sight unseen. Agrees to the price and then wants courier money sent to China, which she claims will be reimbursed. Not genuine and don't be fooled by this obvious scam.
"i have just completed the payment and i expected paypal to have notified you to this effect on what you need to do to finalize the transaction base on there security process.check your mail folders inbox or spam inbox due to error that occurs sometimes in… Read Full Report ⇒ |
 | Anonymous Somewhere in United States 2016-02-10 19:08:03 Classified Ads Scam Other Classifieds Site | Wallapop Scammer Scammer Information Was contacted on Wallapop about an item and was then asked to talk via email. I was then was told he would pay by check and it would not be necessary for me to see him in person because of the nature of his job and he would have his shipper come collect the item. Seems to be a prevalent scam now adays. Be aware… Read Full Report ⇒ |
 | Anonymous Somewhere in United States 2016-02-10 19:00:17 Classified Ads Scam Other Classifieds Site | +1 Wallapop Scammer Scammer Information After contacting me on Wallapop about 2 listings, giving me the same message on both, asking me to contact him via an email address. The gist of his reply email was I am very busy so I can't meet you in person, Ill send a check, Ill send money for you to hold the item, Ill send a mover to collect the item. Basic scam stuff, just be aware… Read Full Report ⇒ |
| No Name Melbourne, Victoria, Australia 2016-02-09 20:29:58 Classified Ads Scam | Lynda Sabuba - Trying to buy my car on Gumtree using Paypal Scammer Information Thanks for your prompt response towards my message.Have gone through your ad on gumtree,to be sincere am well pleased with what i saw.This is the more reason why i texted you,using an internet messaging facility, as we having serious network problem using our phone for days on here off shore.
I should have come for inspection but presently at work in New Zealand Oil and Gas (NZOG) Taranaki Basin on kupe project.Am so keen purchasing this item before my arrival,so you will … Read Full Report ⇒ |
 | No Name Somewhere in Australia 2016-02-09 04:47:47 Classified Ads Scam Gumtree | +1 I was selling my camper van that scrammer pops up and texts me then stsrted email me .knew that sly thing was up to no good. Scammer Information I was selling my camper van the scrammer pops up like devil . … Read Full Report ⇒ |
| Anonymous Brownsville, TX, United States 2016-02-08 21:08:52 Classified Ads Scam Cars.com | Donna Watson Scammer Information Selling Toyota Tacoma 4 door 4x4. Cheap 2,500. States truck belonged to deceased husband. She is reading for deployment. Can't make the deal in person but will have the truck delivered free of charge. Is willing to give 5 day trial period to check truck out. Found similar scams on internet.… Read Full Report ⇒ |
| Anonymous Melbourne, Victoria, Australia 2016-02-08 09:23:32 Classified Ads Scam Cars.com | phone call and then asked me to email him Scammer Information John rang me saying he was interested in buying my car and could I give him my banking details and paypal details so he could pay into one of the accounts. I gave the details and then realised he was a scam after looking him up on google.… Read Full Report ⇒ |
| Anonymous Somewhere in Australia 2016-02-07 01:33:06 Classified Ads Scam Gumtree | Untitled Classified Ads Scam on Gumtree, ref:26865 Scammer Information I work with New Zealand Oil and Gas (NZOG) and we are presently offshore in New Zealand Taranaki Basin on Tui Area Oil project. We do not have access to phone at the moment 15days off and 15days on, that's why I contacted you with internet messaging facility. Regarding the payment and the condition, I will be paying you through PayPal. Please get back to me with your PayPal email address so i can process the payment, You can alternatively send your bank account details if yo… Read Full Report ⇒ |
| Anonymous Somewhere in Australia 2016-02-06 01:42:06 Classified Ads Scam Other Classifieds Site | Adam Lilley wants to buy a car Scammer Information Selling a car in the local Gum tree classified Ads site . Then received a reply from this " Adam "
guy ,he supplied a NSW drivers license.
After the last email I think its a stolen Drivers License because no Australian would be dumb enough to send his real license . … Read Full Report ⇒ |
 | R.G. Adelaide, South Australia, Australia 2016-02-05 03:11:04 Classified Ads Scam Gumtree | Gumtree Classified Ad for Car Sale Scammer Information Thanks a lot for the email. I am buying it for my son who just graduated on top 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. We… Read Full Report ⇒ |
 | Anonymous Geelong, Victoria, Australia 2016-02-04 22:36:09 Classified Ads Scam Gumtree | Untitled Classified Ads Scam on Gumtree, ref:26832 Scammer Information Thanks a lot for the email. I am buying it for my son who just graduated on top 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. We… Read Full Report ⇒ |