Here we go again, watch for scams

[dpuckett]

I saw a 98 or so 2500 quad cab 2wd, 90K, 5spd, etc, etc, on autotrader.com for $3400. I emailed the owner about it, and got the following reply, along with about 20 pictures.



Hi,

This is 1998 Dodge Ram 2500 in garrage kept, no scratches, excellent condition! The transmission shifts like a dream. This vehicle's engine is in perfect working condition, no mechanical problems. All power and optional equipment work perfectly. This vehicle is perfectly sound, no known defects. This vehicle has a clean exterior that almost looks new. Interior is clean and well taken care of. It has had no minor or major accidents



(showed pics)



As you see the car is in excellent condition ready to become yours. You will receive the car along with all papers and receipt that you needs, everything signed, ready to register it in your name. You will receive it with CLEAR TITLE, keys, owner manual... I'm in Orlando,Florida now. I just moved here because my husband is from here and he wanted to be closer to his parents as they are old and very ill. We are expecting a baby in a few weeks and I really want to improve the old house we bought in time for the baby. This is why i'm selling the car for such a cheap price, besides i'm in a great need of time and money. The car will be sold only in USA of course. If you're interested I'll need your full name and adress to arrange the shipping. Also I'll forward the details to DHL International Ltd regarding the transaction. They'll contact you soon. Looking forward to hearing from you.

The car is selled with 30 days Money Back Guarantee.

P. S. : The total amount would be 3400$, shipping included. You'll have to pay 1700$ now and the rest after delivery, after you fully inspected it.

Thanks.





Now, $1700 isnt going to do much to a house (we've put over $8k in ours, doing our own work, and have a LONG way to go), and SHE wont do much to a house with a rugrat due in a month or less.



Is anyone in the Orlando area that could see if this is legit?



ALso, has anyone had one stolen? This is only a 2wd, but I have a shot of the VIN.



Just thought I'd let you all know to be careful.



Daniel

 

[Dl5treez]

Anyone who falls for something like this deserves to lose their money.



JMHO

 

[klenger]

I would never buy anything from someone who has such a poor grasp for the English language.

 

[Dieselnut59]

The way they put the $ sign AFTER the number (unlike we do in USA) indicates they are... . ahem... . ILLEGAL possibly, shady hispanic AT BEST!

TERRIBLE grasp of the Engilsh language, as mentioned. Walk away and report it as a SCAM!

 

[Jefff929]

The "car is selled" and is it a man or woman selling this



My response would be to go about my business, forgetaboutit.

 

[ThompsonS]

Usually I only see those on hi-jacked Ebay accounts.

not seen one on autotrader.

 

[HOSSBOBCAT]

vin

hey post the vin i can run a check for you.

 

[Wayno]

I have my truck for sale on autotrader and I had someone in Canada try to pull a fast on on me . I had a freind of mine who is a wizzard with computers mess with him for awhile . I then call'd Bill Kondalay in Canada and talk'd with his wife and she told me what you have to do to sell a truck to someone in Canada from the U. S. and this guy was going about it all wrong. I then call'd Autotrader and told them what was going on and I never heard from him again or at least I think I did , I did get a phone call one day and I had the number check out and it came from Canada but I never call'd it back because I didnt like the accent of his voice . Call Autotrader and tell them what is going on . They want to know if people are trying to pull fast ones on people buy useing the web site .