Chad is Dead Posted April 20, 2010 Report Share Posted April 20, 2010 I found a car I am interested in buying. 02 Jeep Grand Cherokee...98,000 miles in good condition for a very good price. I found it on craigslist and e-mailed the lady. She informed me that she was deaf-mute and could only communicate via e-mails and that the car was in Dallas. Supposedly the car was a gift to her son who was living in Dallas and he has recently died in the war. She is selling the Jeep for said price because it is all she received from the government after her son's death and she is doing this in protest. She wants to go through e-bay w/ the transaction so that we are both protected. She says if I'm not happy with it I have 4 days to return it and get my money back. She is also paying for the shipping. So what I'm asking is do you guys think this is a scam. I've never done any purchases this big through e-bay so don't know how comforadable I am w/ it. And how exactly does shipping work. Does it just show up at my house or do I need to pick it up from somewhere? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TTQ B4U Posted April 20, 2010 Report Share Posted April 20, 2010 I found a car I am interested in buying. 02 Jeep Grand Cherokee...98,000 miles in good condition for a very good price. I found it on craigslist and e-mailed the lady. She informed me that she was deaf-mute and could only communicate via e-mails and that the car was in Dallas. Supposedly the car was a gift to her son who was living in Dallas and he has recently died in the war. She is selling the Jeep for said price because it is all she received from the government after her son's death and she is doing this in protest. She wants to go through e-bay w/ the transaction so that we are both protected. She says if I'm not happy with it I have 4 days to return it and get my money back. She is also paying for the shipping. So what I'm asking is do you guys think this is a scam. I've never done any purchases this big through e-bay so don't know how comforadable I am w/ it. And how exactly does shipping work. Does it just show up at my house or do I need to pick it up from somewhere? PM me details on where. I'm leaving for Dallas next Monday and returning on Wednesday. It's a tight schedule, but if it's close, I'd be happy to check it out for details. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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evan9381 Posted April 20, 2010 Report Share Posted April 20, 2010 come on chad...i know you're smarter than that...time to back off the beer tonight... its a scam. didnt you read the big letters at the top of the cars for sale that says "[ OFFERS TO SHIP CARS ARE 100% FRAUDULENT ]" use some common sense...she lives here but its 1500+ miles away? yeah right.. here - You can sidestep would-be scammers by following these common-sense rules: DEAL LOCALLY WITH FOLKS YOU CAN MEET IN PERSON - follow this one simple rule and you will avoid 99% of the scam attempts on craigslist. NEVER WIRE FUNDS VIA WESTERN UNION, MONEYGRAM or any other wire service - anyone who asks you to do so is a scammer. FAKE CASHIER CHECKS & MONEY ORDERS ARE COMMON, and BANKS WILL CASH THEM AND THEN HOLD YOU RESPONSIBLE when the fake is discovered weeks later. CRAIGSLIST IS NOT INVOLVED IN ANY TRANSACTION, and does not handle payments, guarantee transactions, provide escrow services, or offer "buyer protection" or "seller certification" NEVER GIVE OUT FINANCIAL INFORMATION (bank account number, social security number, eBay/PayPal info, etc.) AVOID DEALS INVOLVING SHIPPING OR ESCROW SERVICES and know that ONLY A SCAMMER WILL "GUARANTEE" YOUR TRANSACTION. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Who should I notify about fraud or scam attempts? New! FTC Video: How to report scams to the FTC FTC toll free hotline: 877-FTC-HELP (877-382-4357) FTC online complaint form Canadian PhoneBusters hotline: 888-495-8501 Competition Bureau Canada: 800-348-5358 Internet Fraud Complaint Center Software Piracy (http://www.siia.net/piracy/report.asp) Non-emergency number for your local police department. If you suspect that an item posted for sale on craigslist may be part of a scam, please email the details to "abuse@craigslist.org". Be sure to include the URL (or 10-digit post ID number) in your message. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Recognizing scams Most scams involve one or more of the following: inquiry from someone far away, often in another country Western Union, Money Gram, cashier's check, money order, shipping, escrow service, or a "guarantee" inability or refusal to meet face-to-face before consumating transaction -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Examples of Scams 1. Someone claims that craigslist will guarantee a transaction, certify a buyer/seller, OR claims that craigslist will handle or provide protection for a payment. These claims are fraudulent, as craigslist does not have any role in any transaction. Scammer will often send an official looking email that appears to come from craigslist, offering a guarantee, certifying a seller, providing payment services -- all such emails are fakes! 2. distant person offers a genuine-looking (but fake) cashier's check you receive an email (examples below) offering to buy your item, or rent your apartment, sight unseen. cashier's check is offered for your sale item, as a deposit for an apartment, or for your services. value of cashier's check often far exceeds your item - scammer offers to "trust" you, and asks you to wire the balance via money transfer service banks will often cash these fake checks AND THEN HOLD YOU RESPONSIBLE WHEN THE CHECK FAILS TO CLEAR, including criminal prosecution in some cases! scam often involves a 3rd party (shipping agent, business associate owing buyer money, etc) 3. Someone requests wire service payment via Western Union or MoneyGram: Scam "bait" items include apartments, laptops, TVs, cell phones, tickets, and other high value items Often claim that an MTCN or confirmation code is needed before he can withdraw your money - this is FALSE, once you've wired money, it is GONE. Common countries currently include: Nigeria, Romania, United Kingdom, Ukraine, Spain, Italy, Netherlands - but could be anywhere Apartment listing may be local, but landlord/owner is "travelling" or "relocating" and needs you to wire money to them abroad Deal often seems too good to be true, price is too low, rent is below market, etc 4. distant person offers to send you a money order and then have you wire money: this is ALWAYS a scam, in our experience - the cashier's check is FAKE sometimes accompanies an offer of merchandise, sometimes not scammer often asks for your name, address, etc for printing on the fake check deal often seems too good to be true 5. distant seller suggests use of an online escrow service. most online escrow sites are FRAUDULENT, operated by scammers for more info, do a google search on "fake escrow" or "escrow fraud" 6. distant seller asks for a partial payment upfront, after which he will ship goods he says he trusts you with the partial payment he may say he has already shipped the goods deal often sounds too good to be true 7. foreign company offers you a job receiving payments from customers, then wiring funds foreign company may claim it is unable to receive payments from its customers directly you are typically offered a percentage of payments received this kind of "position" may be posted as a job, or offered to you via email -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Actual scam emails sent to craigslist users: Hi, I am selling this car because my platoon has been sent back to Afganistan and don't want it get old in my backyard. The price is low because I need to sell it before November 16th. It has no damage, no scratches or dents, no hidden defects. It is in immaculate condition, meticulously maintained and hasn't been involved in any accident...I do have the title , clear, under my name. The Denali has 35,000 miles VIN# 1GKEK63U16J138428 . It is still available for sale if interested, price as stated in the ad $4,300. The car is in Baltimore, MD, in case it gets sold I will take care of shipping. Let me know if you are interested, email back. Regards!!! -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- First of all I want to thank you for your interest for my car. I sell it at this price($2,980.00 ) because I have been divorced recently. Now the car is in my property and as a woman i don't need it. This car is in excellent working conditions, no scratches, flaws or any kind of damage, slightly used in 100% working and looking conditions and comes with a clear title. From the beginning you have to know that for the payment I request only secure pay, I prefer the payment to be done using eBay services. We will use a safe payment method because I am affiliated at eBay and I have a purchase protection account for $20,000.00 The final price that I want for this car is $2,980.00 including shipping and handling. If you are interested in buying it please provide me your full name and address so I can initiate the deal through eBay. I will wait your answer very soon. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Hello, I am looking for caring and honest person to watch my 3 years old daughter while I work, during our stay in the state and a friend introduced craiglist.com to me, I was searching on Childcare Babysitter, when your Ad post pumped up as a Childcare and Babysitter, am interested in your service as my babysitter/Childcare.. My Little daughters is (Mellina ) , I would like you to watch over her while i am at work in your Location , I reside in United Kingdom,I will be coming to the States in about two weeks time , Cos I just got a contract with Boss Perfume fashion industry down there, I work as a model and the contract will last for a month, the duration of our service wil be from 10am to 5pm, monday thru friday, I would like to know if she will be taken care of in your childcare centre/Home, or the hotel room where i would be lodging, It's Okay by me, any of this ways. My little daughter (Mellina ) is 3 years old, I will be waiting patiently for your email indicating the cost of everything,I mean the price for your service,how long you will be available to take care of her,how much u charge per week. she is just three years old as i have said earlier and i will be glad to update you and make the payment in advance to show you how serious i am. So please get back to me as soon as you can if you will be able to handle her and take very good care of her for me. Email me back Your's faithfully -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- > Thanks for your mail,Since the cost of your bike is $800 i just contactedmy client about the cost of your bike and it present condition and he saidthere is no problem about that.So my client said he will be issuing you aCertified Check of $4000 while you wire 3000 to me through Western UnionMoney Trasfer and you deduct the cost of your bike $800 and keep theremaining $200 which my client said you should take for the terms ofTransaction and Agreement between you and my client.So i will like you tosend me your full contact information to where my client will be sending you> the Certified Check like this:> name.........> full address.............> city...............> state.............> country..........> zipcode............> cell/office/home phone number.......................> I will look forward to the requested information as soon as possible sothat the check can be sent out to you immediately And do get back to mewith the Pics of the bike so tha! t my client will be Able to see What heis paying off.Get back to me immediately. Looking torwards your> respond,> Best Regards. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stallion Motorsports1647545491 Posted April 20, 2010 Report Share Posted April 20, 2010 reason number 325710325 why craigslist scammers suck...come on, really? i didnt even read your full post, but how many deaf mutes are going to sell a damn jeep on craigslist? then figure out how many deaf mutes live in dallas, tx, you ever been there? tom Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chad is Dead Posted April 20, 2010 Author Report Share Posted April 20, 2010 haha I just wanted to make sure...I've never used craigs list and just didnt want to miss a good deal. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chad is Dead Posted April 20, 2010 Author Report Share Posted April 20, 2010 PM me details on where. I'm leaving for Dallas next Monday and returning on Wednesday. It's a tight schedule, but if it's close, I'd be happy to check it out for details. I'm going to e-mail her and tell her you are going to be down there and see if she responds. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Removed Posted April 20, 2010 Report Share Posted April 20, 2010 sounds like a normal scam... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr. Jones Posted April 20, 2010 Report Share Posted April 20, 2010 A deaf mute, seriously dude ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chad is Dead Posted April 20, 2010 Author Report Share Posted April 20, 2010 lol ok I get it.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Removed Posted April 20, 2010 Report Share Posted April 20, 2010 A deaf mute, seriously dude ? the scammer have been doing this to automotive shops aswell...they call up thru that service and try to get a car shipped to you, over pay and have you send them cash back Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flippy1974 Posted April 20, 2010 Report Share Posted April 20, 2010 scam ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CRed05 Posted April 20, 2010 Report Share Posted April 20, 2010 Yup, exact same story I got for a Range Rover. Her son recently died, she cant stand looking at it anymore it makes her sad, blah blah blah blah, she now lives in some other state, she knows someone who will ship it to me...SCAM. I like how she became a death mute now, lol. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Spam Posted April 20, 2010 Report Share Posted April 20, 2010 I like how she is willing to pay for shipping. Which would be around 800-1000 bucks lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sol740 Posted April 20, 2010 Report Share Posted April 20, 2010 I like how she became a death mute now, lol. http://i84.photobucket.com/albums/k21/sol740/deathmute.jpg Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Bruh Posted April 20, 2010 Report Share Posted April 20, 2010 lolz. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
3.1cutlass Posted April 20, 2010 Report Share Posted April 20, 2010 http://i84.photobucket.com/albums/k21/sol740/deathmute.jpg Death mute on demand? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CRed05 Posted April 20, 2010 Report Share Posted April 20, 2010 lol...i see what I did there. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pontiacfreak142 Posted April 20, 2010 Report Share Posted April 20, 2010 yep scam. This exact same thing happend to a guy i was working with. He found an f250 on craigslist and it was by some lady that had drove the truck to dallas but she was about to be deployed or some crap like that. She wanted it done through ebay and some bank that was local to her. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FyrhzrdGT Posted April 21, 2010 Report Share Posted April 21, 2010 Shes screwing herself out of money in protest? Brilliant. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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