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Old 06-07-2011 | 10:03 AM
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Originally Posted by Jolley
Chris Hansen
LOL Maybe it's his brother.
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Old 06-07-2011 | 11:52 AM
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Originally Posted by thirdchildhood
There are a lot of red flags in that e-mail but the "no dents" comment is all I needed to see.
I enjoyed the fact that if I didn't like it i could just ship it back for free! I emailed Boattrader and the guy who's pictures were being used. Boattrader supposedly pulled the add. I haven't heard back from the owner of the boat in the pics.
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Old 06-07-2011 | 12:41 PM
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FYI....

"add" is a math function (if you add 3 and 2 you get 5)
"ad" is an unofficial abbreviation of "advertisement"

Back to the scammer

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Old 06-08-2011 | 12:56 PM
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If you read the ad carefully you can see the broken english in the spelling. probably some idiot from india thinking we are all as stupid as he is.
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Old 06-26-2011 | 11:51 AM
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If you can't go look at a boat, don't buy it!
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Old 06-26-2011 | 12:52 PM
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I received a similar email on a 2004 Ford F150 4 x 4 that was for sale on AutoTrader. Autotrader said the seller was located in Oregon (Im in Washington so its close enough)..The email response I received from the seller said the truck was in Miami and said the transaction would be handled by ebay (wtf???)! I questioned why they had listed the truck in Oregon but of course didnt get an answer to that question.
I told the seller my sister lived in Miami and to give me the address so she could go look at it. I also told the seller to not worry about shipping the truck and that I would have my sister handle the transaction.

At the end of the day the seller didnt respond! I knew it was a scam from the minute I heard the truck was all the way across the country. Furthermore why would anyone who is desperate for money offer to cover shipping roundtrip and ship the vehicle with title to your door awaiting your payment? The whole thing just didnt make sense. lol!

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Old 06-26-2011 | 08:59 PM
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I got this same kind of junk from my car ad in autotrader. The clown claimed to be a computer programmer working in Ohio and was going to send someone to get my car after I sent him all the stuff he wanted to drain my bank account. Right right right. Just let me send you my swift numbers and you can rob me blind. LOL
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Old 06-27-2011 | 06:06 AM
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Phuck'n scammers!

But, you are the lucky one.
You have a wife that looks at boat ad's for you!!!
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Old 06-27-2011 | 04:56 PM
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Originally Posted by Powerquest_Baby!!
I received a similar email on a 2004 Ford F150 4 x 4 that was for sale on AutoTrader. Autotrader said the seller was located in Oregon (Im in Washington so its close enough)..The email response I received from the seller said the truck was in Miami and said the transaction would be handled by ebay (wtf???)! I questioned why they had listed the truck in Oregon but of course didnt get an answer to that question.
I told the seller my sister lived in Miami and to give me the address so she could go look at it. I also told the seller to not worry about shipping the truck and that I would have my sister handle the transaction.

At the end of the day the seller didnt respond! I knew it was a scam from the minute I heard the truck was all the way across the country. Furthermore why would anyone who is desperate for money offer to cover shipping roundtrip and ship the vehicle with title to your door awaiting your payment? The whole thing just didnt make sense. lol!
Similar has happened to me, but the ironic part is I always just "happen" to be in the town that the car/truck is in. They usually respond saying that you cant see it, that its already in the shipping container. Then I proceed to just "f" with them until they give up which is actually pretty hard to do.
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Old 06-27-2011 | 07:43 PM
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I can`t believe this is the first one you came across. They are everywhere.
When I was looking for a new truck/ boat I came across em all the time. They can be a form of amusement

This boner is trying to pass off a 07 H2 for $15K as legit, he does the "best regards" which is another dead giveaway..


Hello Dan!
I appreciate that you contacted me. First let me say that the Hummer H2 is available for $14,800.
One of the cleanest Hummer H2 for sale anywhere. 2007 with only 49000 miles. A Hummer H2 with Seats, front bucket, includes 8-way power driver and front passenger seat adjusters, 4-way lumbar control, 2-position driver memory and 4-way adjustable outboard head restraints
Seat and interior trim, leather seating surfaces, matching Wheat-colored armrest, door bolster and middle console lid, Luggage rack side rails, Bumpers, front and rear painted a single color, Wheel flares, front and rear, Black, Headlamps, dual composite halogen with automatic exterior lamp control, Wiring provisions, auxiliary front lighting, Daytime Running Lamps and much much more. One of the best all around driving cars you can buy. A Totally Rust, Corrosion And Flood Free Vehicle.Never been in any accidents.Clear title.
Where are you located?
The reason why I'm selling it's my divorced settlement.....I don't deal with Loan Buyers, let me know if you have the funds available.
If you have any further questions please do not hesitate ask

Best Regards
Pics Attached.
Do you like it ?

Its nice.. I have funds available.. where are you and when can I see it/buy it..

Thanx


From: Antonio Rodriguez <[email protected]>
Date: Wed, 17 Nov 2010 18:03:20 +0000
To: <[email protected]>
Subject: RE: AutoTrader.com Alert - Someone is interested in your 2007 HUMMER H2 for sale on AutoTrader.com


I am located in Phoenix, AZ, pretty far away, I also do shipping... The final price is $15,100 including transportation.
To conclude this deal in a timely manner, the financial part will be managed by the Google Checkout
They will secure the funds untill you get the car (3 days).
You will be given a 3-5 days inspection period during which you can decide whether you keep it or
not. If you are satisfied with it , you will confirm that to google checkout so that they can unblock the funds and send it to me.
Otherwise the transaction is cancelled, you get the refund and I ship the H2 back.I will send the title along with the H2.
Therefore, if you are determined in buying the H2, please send me an email with your name, shipping address and phone number.
Look forward to hearing from you soon.

$300 for shipping what a deal! ...and hell ship it back on his coin if I don`t like it, completely believable HA!



Antonio Rodriguez
6521 W Camelback Rd,
Phoenix, AZ 85033
(559) 389-792 nice phone number:doh:


I'm not sure about using google checkout... I don't want to miss out on this deal can I just get a certified check out to you.. I can get that out today next day air.. This way it won't be sold locally, there's nothing wrong with the truck mechanically right? Its agreat deal so I figure I have some room to fix small stuff but I don't want anything major like trans or motor
How long would it take to get here?
By thanxgiving would be great..

PAul blecha
3121 shelly ct.
Woodridge I L 60517

Sent on the Sprint® Now Network from my BlackBerry®

Paul , I need your cell phone


708 494 8641 call anytime .. I need yours too...
Sent on the Sprint® Now Network from my BlackBerry®

I called that number and the guy said he don't know anything about a hummer .. whats going on? do you like playing games ?

Lol I knew this was a scam you idiot.. Who sells a hummer for 20K less how f ucking dumb you think I am... Google check out.. Best regards.. Such a giveaway ..even I could put together a better scenarios for scamming that's more plausable.. I can't believe people actually fall for this NOM-NOM-NOM-NOM-..You're a scammer fu ck and bad at it... I'm bored at work so I thought I'd have some fun.. Oh well..
One day you die a slow death from cancer just know that what goes around comes around and that's why you'll suffer a slow death hopefully... Bubuy dip NOM-NOM-NOM-NOM-
Sent on the Sprint® Now Network from my BlackBerry®


you really dream to own a hummer stupid computer man?
why don't you give me your address/phone so we can talk?
stop hidding behind the computer
Stupid computer man lol




To: [email protected]
Subject: Re: AutoTrader.com Alert - Someone is interested inyour2007HUMMERH2 for sale on AutoTrader.com
From: [email protected]
Date: Wed, 17 Nov 2010 19:39:47 +0000

When I visit mexico I get a hummer from your mom and sister they give great blowjobs dude and only $5
Tell em I said hello!
Him:
still dreaming ?
Awesome comeback !!:yay:
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