Selling vehicles/boats/trailers cheap

Complaint

+4
Ladybug 73
Country: United States
These scammers offer great prices on ATVs, boats, campers and trailers.  All ads request you to respond to someone with a gmail address: RitaEllis1987 @gmail .com - they give you a story that the item is local but they are across the country and need to sell it because they're in the military.  Say it is on EBay and will have them send invoice.  Received "Invoice" from EBay Trust and they requested all EBay gift card numbers ... Scam to the max.  Have seen this scam all over Craigslist - search one of the email addresses and you'll find multiple listings.  Do not ever send a gift card for a purchase before you get the item - you're giving your money away.

Comments

  • +3
    skamkilla
    Good advice.
    Only scammers will ask you to pay using gift cards.  And eBay has nothing to do with craigslist sales, or any sales not on their site.
  • +3
    crookbusta
    | 3 replies
    eva325anderson@gmail.com - fake ads for boats and popup trailers.
    emilytorres454@gmail.com - fake RV and boat ads
    jenniferobrien665@gmail.com, ericagunter47@gmail.com - fake boat ads.
    Katjks22(at) gmail. com -  fake camper and boat ads. Uses the number 858-256-5636 (fake eBay number)
    • +4
      pww replies to crookbusta
      diane.stuart@gmail.com --> "sounds too good" mountain bikes.
    • +2
      davidr43229 replies to crookbusta
      | 1 reply
      same happened to me !
      My name is Jennifer, happy to see you are interested in my 2003 Hurricane Deck Boat 198R with Trailer. This boat is very clean, it has 205 hours on it. Let me give you a few details. Spacious layout, always garaged and never used in saltwater, Full Boat Cover, Bimini Top, Garmin EchoMap 43DV, Radio, SS Prop, Livewell, Forward Swivel Fishing Chairs, and More! Length 19. The pictures show the boat in perfect condition. The final price is $1500. Because of my divorce settlement, I now own this boat and I don`t need it, so I'm trying to get rid of it as soon as possible. I also got a new job and moved to another city, and many other things have priority now. All the documents are legally under my name. I want to use eBay services for the safety of both of us. The financial part will be managed by them, which means that you will have a 7 days inspection period before committing to buy the boat. Using eBay Motors, we are both 100% covered during the steps of this transaction. So, if you're interested in purchasing my boat, just email me with your full name, full shipping address(street address,  city, state and zip code) and phone number so I can notify eBay? that you are being selected as my possible buyer and they will contact you to explain the entire procedure.
  • +4
    Q
    eliza37palmer (at) ց ʍ ą ì ʟ . ç օ м   - fake ads for a Ford Ranger
  • +4
    Cop 2020
    | 1 reply
    jenniferobrien665@gmail.com

    Fake boat ad for absurdly low price.
  • +3
    Person who was duped
    jenniferobrien665@gmail.com
    michelle04johnson@gmail.com

    Fake boat ad. Scam
  • +3
    JAA
    | 1 reply
    Jenniferbrien665@gmail.com  Made a ridiculous claim about needing to sell her boat as she is going through a divorce. Sent a fake ebay email stating that I was to buy Best Buy gift cards and send them. I called ebay and reported it- Total scam.
  • +3
    Cee
    | 1 reply
    Scam with the email-emilytorres454@gmail.com. Posted this an ad on craigslist:Hello there,

    My name is Emily, happy to see you are interested in my 2012 Toyota Camry SE. Let me give you a few details about it. Well maintained, one owner, 2.5L  engine, 90,862 miles, and automatic transmission Never had or needed any paint work, garage kept always, without any mechanical problems,  electrically is working perfectly.The final price is $1400. Because of my divorce settlement, I now own this car and I don't need it, because I  have another one, so I'm trying to get rid of it as soon as possible. I  also got a new job and moved to another city, and many other things have priority now. The title is legally under my name, clean and free of any liens or loans. I want to use eBay services for the safety of both of us. The financial part will be managed by them, which means that you will have a 7 days inspection period before committing to buy the car. Using eBay Motors, we are both 100% covered during the steps of this transaction. So, if you're interested in purchasing my car, just email me with your full name, full shipping address(street address,  city, state and zip code) and phone number so I can notify eBay? that you are being selected as my possible buyer and they will contact you to explain the entire procedure.

    Best regards, Emily!
    • +2
      davidr43229 replies to Cee
      I'm a flight attendant and because I'm away most of the time I will not be able to deal in person. Before leaving I had prearranged the deal with eBay so my presence is not necessary. The boat is in their possession ready to be delivered. eBay will handle this transaction for me. The total amount that you will pay is $1500 with shipping and transfer fees included. You will receive the boat in max 36 hours and you will have the chance to inspect it for 7 days.   eBay department will hold and ensure your money throughout the inspection. If by any reason you find something you don't like about it you can send it back at my expense and eBay will send you a full refund.  I'm sure it won't be the case because the boat is in excellent condition. It will come with all the necessary paperwork  (clear title,  bill of sale, user's manual etc). You will receive all the original documents. I signed all the paperwork and the clear title is ready to be transferred to the new owner. If you are interested to buy my boat please send me your full name, shipping address and phone number so I can register the transaction with eBay and they will reply to you with more details and information about this transaction.
      Thanks, hope to do business with you soon!
  • 0
    Vincent Scalise
    Idont know why Craig list don't take this stuff off its a pain in the butt and thay know its a scam
  • +2
    Kha
    JenniferObrien665@gmail.com gave me the same story. Thanks guys.
  • +2
    Ash
    Yep, fake ad for a camper with "Emily Torres" here. Legit price for an old camper, but the moment I got that response email -- with details about a 2012 Ford Explorer -- I knew it was a scam. I filed a fraud complaint with the FTC, but who knows what they can do about it.
  • +1
    skamkilla
    eva32anderson@gmail.com - fake ads for horse trailers and boats.

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