I had a guy pay me for a car through Paypal, he used his credit card to pay Paypal. Short story... charge was disputed, Paypal withrew the money (electronically) claimed fraud...froze my account for 45 days & the guy had the car. Now this becomes a civil matter as I had signed the title.
I did get paid eventually, not through Paypal & I had to still pay them their %.
Make sure you have cash before you let the car/ bike

OK - here's my current stance.
If the buyer needs to pick up the car a certain day - I let him take the car, but no Title until the money clears. DO NOT involve any of my bank accounts. CASH free and clear. If the money doesn't come through, stolen vehicle report.
(the vehicle is owned free and clear and already cancelled the insurance ( maybe a bad move with the ins.))

If I have to post a stolen vehicle, I think there are are a few around here that would help me find it
And,
I think A few would bring out "the bat" and give me a hand getting it back.
The stolen Cig. thread is a great example.

Still nervous,
Appreciate the help guys.