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Anyone shopped used vehicles on Craigslist? *UPDATE-Immediately Strange*
Posted on 2/16/17 at 4:16 pm
Posted on 2/16/17 at 4:16 pm
I'm looking to pick something up for my son. Preferably a Chevy Silverado on the cheap. Never bought anything off the site before. Share your experience and/or advice.
So, emailed about a truck that I was interested in. Seller emailed back with more details and multiple photos. I asked for the vehicle's location and got the following email back. Scam?
So, emailed about a truck that I was interested in. Seller emailed back with more details and multiple photos. I asked for the vehicle's location and got the following email back. Scam?
quote:
Hi again, Thank you very much for getting back to me but I would like to clarify some things first. I am selling the truck at this price because my husband passed away not long ago (he was very sick) and this truck brings me bad memories and that's the reason why I want to sell it asap. Another reason for selling it is because I work in military and right now I'm on a military base. We are training and getting ready to leave the country. The truck is already at the shipping company ready for delivery because someone agreed to buy it, but in the end he never got the loan. For this reason, the shipping is already paid for. I will use e Bay in this transaction for our protection. If you are not aware of this program, you should know that it will allow you to test and inspect the truck before paying me. The inspection period will be set to 7 days and I think that is enough time for you to make a decision about the truck. If you won`t like my truck, you notify e Bay and you send it back at my expense. But I assure you that won't be the case. If you want to continue the purchase, please reply with your full name, delivery address and phone number so I can start the transaction with e bay and ask them to send you the terms of this transaction. ( with no further obligation or fees).
This post was edited on 2/16/17 at 6:11 pm
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Posted on 2/16/17 at 4:20 pm to High C
Yep I bought a beater for work. Craiglist NO or BR is bullshite go to Houston people are more reasonable.
Posted on 2/16/17 at 4:21 pm to High C
The dealers are all over the private sale section. Also ads for vehicles nowhere near my area.
ETA. I got a similar response, except she wanted to get paid thru Amazon. Plus the car was in Montana.
ETA. I got a similar response, except she wanted to get paid thru Amazon. Plus the car was in Montana.
This post was edited on 2/16/17 at 9:39 pm
Posted on 2/16/17 at 4:21 pm to High C
If it looks too good to be true, it probably is a scam.
It's not rocket science. Just do your research and look the vehicle over really well. If you aren't mechanically inclined, which this thread makes me thing you're not much of anything inclined, I'd take it to a mechanic and pay for an inspection.
Or, if you have a friend that doesn't have glossy polish on his nails, you can take him along to check out the vehicle.
It's not rocket science. Just do your research and look the vehicle over really well. If you aren't mechanically inclined, which this thread makes me thing you're not much of anything inclined, I'd take it to a mechanic and pay for an inspection.
Or, if you have a friend that doesn't have glossy polish on his nails, you can take him along to check out the vehicle.
Posted on 2/16/17 at 4:29 pm to High C
Shopping for one now. Have bought two before
This post was edited on 2/16/17 at 4:30 pm
Posted on 2/16/17 at 4:34 pm to High C
I had a friend who boat a boat from someone in Florida off of craigslist. Don't know details.
Posted on 2/16/17 at 4:39 pm to High C
In my area people ask ridiculous prices for absolute junk. The bigger the city, the more realistic the prices. I posted a great 4x4 Yukon on there and buyers wanted to haggle me 50% off KBB private party. So... it's full of idiots both ways.
But I've also sold a 4x4 F150 in 2 days at full asking price. Arranged the whole deal via text, and he showed up at my bank with $14k in cash. Same thing for my wife's old Passat. Both were oilfield workers, just sayin'.
The reason I mention 4 wheel drive is that they seem to move much easier; I've had multiple friends try selling 2wd F-150's and they've languished for weeks. So for a buyer you might get a better deal, and your son will likely get in much less trouble.
But I've also sold a 4x4 F150 in 2 days at full asking price. Arranged the whole deal via text, and he showed up at my bank with $14k in cash. Same thing for my wife's old Passat. Both were oilfield workers, just sayin'.
The reason I mention 4 wheel drive is that they seem to move much easier; I've had multiple friends try selling 2wd F-150's and they've languished for weeks. So for a buyer you might get a better deal, and your son will likely get in much less trouble.
This post was edited on 2/17/17 at 8:59 am
Posted on 2/16/17 at 5:17 pm to High C
I just picked up a 2006 GMC Yukon XL denali for 5k. 185000 miles. I think I can get 10k for it now.
Posted on 2/16/17 at 5:49 pm to High C
Haven't bought on there, but I did sell a pickup through Craigslist. It's a great way to sell. I got several calls and started quickly after posting. Of course, most people are looking to low ball. I was amazed at how many people shop on Craigslist.
Posted on 2/16/17 at 6:13 pm to High C
That scam was/is around Louisiana sportman selling boats too. Stay away
Posted on 2/16/17 at 6:47 pm to High C
She has already set you up to expect failure.
I am going to save even more money now!
What could possibly go wrong now?
Send a total stranger all your personal information....
quote:
work in military and right now I'm on a military base. We are training and getting ready to leave the country.
quote:
For this reason, the shipping is already paid for
I am going to save even more money now!
quote:
I will use e Bay in this transaction for our protection
What could possibly go wrong now?
quote:
please reply with your full name, delivery address and phone number so I can start the transaction
Send a total stranger all your personal information....
Posted on 2/16/17 at 7:07 pm to High C
absolutely a scam. Posted on 2/16/17 at 7:10 pm to High C
that shite reads like it was written by a Nigerian prince.... 
I wouldn't just walk away, but I would certainly do things my way and omit all of that computerized bullshite.
If you want to see the truck, tell them that you do face to face transaction at a bank with cash for clear title only. if you want to get the vehicle checked out first, go to their town and the two of you bring it to a mechanic of your choosing to get an opinion.
no deposit...if they sell it before you can get it, good for them. I would not give them one penny before the actual title swap takes place.
I wouldn't just walk away, but I would certainly do things my way and omit all of that computerized bullshite.
If you want to see the truck, tell them that you do face to face transaction at a bank with cash for clear title only. if you want to get the vehicle checked out first, go to their town and the two of you bring it to a mechanic of your choosing to get an opinion.
no deposit...if they sell it before you can get it, good for them. I would not give them one penny before the actual title swap takes place.
Posted on 2/16/17 at 7:39 pm to High C
Some advice OP.
CL is a great place to find good used vehicles.
When you call them, ask "how long have you had the vehicle?" (Intentionally be vague)
When they pause and don't really answer, it's because they are a dealer posting on the owner section. Immediately hang up.
If they appear to be legit. You can meet in a bank parking lot during working hours to inspect the vehicle. If you like it and agree to terms. You can meet again inside your bank to withdrawal money and exchange the title.
Any other requests from the buyer....walk away. It's for everybody's protection.
CL is a great place to find good used vehicles.
When you call them, ask "how long have you had the vehicle?" (Intentionally be vague)
When they pause and don't really answer, it's because they are a dealer posting on the owner section. Immediately hang up.
If they appear to be legit. You can meet in a bank parking lot during working hours to inspect the vehicle. If you like it and agree to terms. You can meet again inside your bank to withdrawal money and exchange the title.
Any other requests from the buyer....walk away. It's for everybody's protection.
Posted on 2/16/17 at 7:41 pm to High C
quote:
I work in military and right now I'm on a military base. We are training and getting ready to leave the country. The truck is already at the shipping company ready for delivery because someone agreed to buy it, but in the end he never got the loan. For this reason, the shipping is already paid for. I will use e Bay in this transaction for our protection. If you are not aware of this program, you should know that it will allow you to test and inspect the truck before paying me. The inspection period will be set to 7 days and I think that is enough time for you to make a decision about the truck. If you won`t like my truck, you notify e Bay and you send it back at my expen
100% scam. Face to face or no deal.
Posted on 2/16/17 at 7:47 pm to High C
That's legit man. Send her your deets
Posted on 2/16/17 at 8:52 pm to High C
Yes, it's a scam. I have a friend looking for an RV. He got a very similar response on eBay.
This post was edited on 2/16/17 at 8:54 pm
Posted on 2/16/17 at 9:06 pm to High C
Always meet face to face in a well lit public area. Anyone who can't meet at the local walmart isn't worth responding to. Remember, trust but verify.
I bought my truck off of craigslist and financed through my bank. The seller was cautious and they should be. When we agreed on price I had my bank send me a check for the amount. When I had the check in my hand I met the seller at their bank and when they had the check they signed the title over to me and I dealt with all the registration.
I bought my truck off of craigslist and financed through my bank. The seller was cautious and they should be. When we agreed on price I had my bank send me a check for the amount. When I had the check in my hand I met the seller at their bank and when they had the check they signed the title over to me and I dealt with all the registration.
Posted on 2/16/17 at 9:19 pm to High C
That person's email strongly resembles the examples on the Craigslist site to identify scams. This is their example:
On their own site www.craigslist.org/about/scams
quote:
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.
On their own site www.craigslist.org/about/scams
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