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Type of a scam Sweepstakes/Lottery/Prizes
I received a call from a man named "Dave Sawyer" who stated his title was "Prized Director". He told me he was calling from Publisher's Clearing House and told me that I'd won $4.5 million dollars, delivered to me as a certified bank check. In addition to that I was going to win an "Escalade Mercedez Benz sports car" and was also going to get $7,000/ month for life. All I needed to do was send a bank certified check for $3,500 to Jack Cook at the Texas address I provided above.
They said that my money would be coming out of New York and, since they money had to be transferred to me in New Hampshire there would be a $3,500 dollar "transfer charge", which was why I needed to send that amount.
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Private1591293034
• Jun 03, 2020
Victim Location 83651
Total money lost $10
Type of a scam Sweepstakes/Lottery/Prizes
I received a call from David Welch, and his phone is 561.462.7689, ext. 05. He gave me Marylee Miller as the attorney name for PCH. He told me they were going to present me a check, from Steve Harvey, and Linda Allen who is a state marshal. He told me to go to Office Depot and pick up documents, which cost me $10. He told me to keep all of this confidential until I received a check for the winnings. He said he would follow through and call me up until I am presented with a $4.5 million check, and a new Mercedes.
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Private1585776662
• Apr 01, 2020
Victim Location 83642
Type of a scam Sweepstakes/Lottery/Prizes
Roger Wilson from PCH called my aunt and I called him. He gave me info on how we had won 2.5 million plus $5000 a month bonus. He told me we had to go to fedex, usps, or ups to meet with someone, and give them a check for over $900 to pay for insurance for the winning checks. He wanted to set up a meeting at my aunt's house April 6th at 1230pm. He said my aunt's husband had won back in February of 2020 but they couldn't contact him so now they were reaching out to her. They didn't realize he passed away nearly 20 years ago.
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Private1580164495
• Jan 27, 2020
Victim Location 63125
Type of a scam Sweepstakes/Lottery/Prizes
Jerry Walters called and claimed that I won with the Publisher's Clearing House. I thought it was odd because I never entered anything in to the PCH. He claimed that it was because I shopped at a few different places and they convert cash spent into chances to win the sweepstakes. I had apparently won $15.5 million and a Mercedes Benz through this. They told me they would be delivering the car on that Saturday (they had called me on Friday initially) and the manager would be calling me back to explain more details. I had to leave at the time and spoke with the manager on Saturday as they claimed. He said the car wouldn't be there yet as I needed to get a $800 cashier's check in order to get my winnings. I had to send this check to Sam Sterns at 1626 Kings Mill Way APT 113 in Madison Wisconsin, 53718.
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Private1575982687
• Nov 15, 2019
Victim Location 96817
Type of a scam Sweepstakes/Lottery/Prizes
I received a call from 876-362-5883. Supposedly I won $2.5 million in Publisher's Clearing House Sweepstakes. I was told to go to my bank to withdraw $200 to have it ready for the prize delivery. They also wanted to pay off my credit card debt and asked for credit card and debit card numbers, which I did not give. Instead I called ScamPulse.com to report.
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Private1567544842
Victim Location 29372
Type of a scam Sweepstakes/Lottery/Prizes
Scammer used the name Prystalski and told me I won money and a new mercedes.
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Private1575996865
Victim Location 83669
Type of a scam Sweepstakes/Lottery/Prizes
Received telephone call from Tom Goodman stating they were from Publisher's Clearing House. Said she won 2.5 million and a car. Said she needed to call Bank of America at 562-253-2915 and gave her an account number. She called the number and gave her social security number and birthdate to David WIilliams. They knew her name already. When they called the number then number back this morning it wasn't a bank.
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Private1567536346
Victim Location 83703
Type of a scam Sweepstakes/Lottery/Prizes
Consumer Called:
Publisher's Clearing House called me last week and left an automated voice message that I had won a prize and needed to claim it. I called them back today and no one answered, 45 min later I received a call from Dave who stated I won $2 million as the second place winner and needed call this bank phone number 877-975-8139, but he never gave me the name. The account number for the bank is: *** and I gave him the last 4 of my social as the pin. He said I needed to call the bank and follow the options.
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Private1567535882
Victim Location 99705
Type of a scam Sweepstakes/Lottery/Prizes
Man called with a somewhat thick accent. Said he was from Publisher's Clearing House. I told him that I hadn't entered and he said it was because I had paid my bills on time for a long time in Alaska. He insisted that it wasn't a scam and that it really was PCH. He gave a lot of names of people that were going to come by the house and what my winning ticket # was. It took about 15 minutes for him to get to where he said I needed to take 1 percent of the winning amt ($850) to the local post office; then the official papers would be maintained in Anchorage. Then they would send a check for the remaining winning amount. He sounded more and more fishy as time went on. After about 20 minutes on the phone with him I hung up. he did not call back.
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Private1567537633
Victim Location 13838
Type of a scam Sweepstakes/Lottery/Prizes
202-509-0677 called stating he is anothony Garcia and is with federal game board located in Washington dc
said bank of America and irs will send me 2 copies of a 299 tax form and I need my drivers license for id to sign for the paperwork
anothony stated I have won 750,000 in publishers clearing house and will receive my money fedex
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Private1567534412
Victim Location 35473
Type of a scam Sweepstakes/Lottery/Prizes
Claimed to be Publisher's Clearing House. David Whitmore, Badge number 2525pch. Gave a package claim code 3535ups. Said I'd won 5.5 million dollars and a new Mercedes Benz but would have to pay for 1% of taxes.
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Private1567557416
Victim Location 83709
Type of a scam Sweepstakes/Lottery/Prizes
Unfortunately I did not write down the phone number used by this scammer. He was doing his best to hide his foreign accent but called me Mr. Nancy Williams and couldn't pronounce Lincoln. His voicemail message was telling me that I had won some ridiculous amount of money, $14.5 million I think, and a Lincoln Navigator. I laughed. I was to call a number to claim my prize. I did not write that number down. If he should happen to call again, I will note the numbers.
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Private1567542749
Victim Location 99202
Type of a scam Sweepstakes/Lottery/Prizes
on oct 8th, 2018, at 11;30am, i received a phone call on my cell phone. the man introduced himself as "John anderson", from publisher's Clearing House. he stated that I had won a prize in a "second drawing". he then said: "congratulations, you have won 5 million dollars!. he gave me the winning number of "7070" he then gave me the claim #: "551001. he then gave me the pin #: 6161PX. he then told me that they had to process check through the IRS, and it wouls cost me $379.00 dollars. this man has an "Indian accent", and has continually tried to call me. he gave me his phone number: (202) 922-1154 - ext: 18765590454. I felt immediately like this was a scam, because they asked for money up front.
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Type of a scam Sweepstakes/Lottery/Prizes
Publisher's Clearinghouse - they told me I won 1 Million dollars. They said they have been trying to call, but have been unable to reach me. They also sent a check for 7,000 written on a Canadian Credit Union Check. They said international fees may apply, so this why they sent the $7,000
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Private1567544435
Victim Location 99208
Type of a scam Sweepstakes/Lottery/Prizes
Scam call from "Publisher's Clearing House", they called again. Said I won a lot of money and a new mercedez. I already reported it and am reporting it again.
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Private1567546766
Victim Location 76821
Type of a scam Sweepstakes/Lottery/Prizes
Received DM on Instagram of prize notification representing PCH, skeptical would not let me speak with Danielle Lam also has foreign accent rushing me to go to Walmart to send $125 to Gloria Jennings North Carolina
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Private1567541503
Victim Location 83686
Type of a scam Sweepstakes/Lottery/Prizes
A "restricted" call came to my cell phone. When I answered, the caller identified himself as from PCH and told me I was one of 3 phone numbers in Idaho selected to win 3.5 million dollars. I questioned why they were calling instead of showing up at my door. He said they had to make sure I was home and that they had to complete this today. I told him I didn't want to waste my minutes answering his questions and that I was sitting at a Drs. Office. He wanted to know how long I would be there...can tell he's not been in a Drs. office very often. He just needed to know a few things...just then the Dr. came in, so I hung up. Within a minute, I recvd another call which I immediately turned off.
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Private1567558110
Victim Location 99205
Type of a scam Sweepstakes/Lottery/Prizes
Received a call from a Susana Duncan from Publishers Clearing House. She said I won $255,000 plus a Mercedes. She transferred me to a Matthew White who said someone would be coming to my house to deliver the prize. They asked for my package number, so that they could send my information to a lawyer. Then he asked how far away I lived from a Walmart so that I could fill out a form with 6 easy questions and then get a money gram for $610 to send to them. He asked if I was dressed and ready to answer the door for when the money arrives. He told me I had to have cash and give a money gram number to them.
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Private1567549990
Victim Location 83686
Type of a scam Credit Cards
The person called and I did notice that it said "No Caller ID", otherwise I would not have answered. They said his name was "Joseph Kennedy", and said they wanted to know if I would be, "home today to receive the $2.5 million from publisher's clearing house".
He very carefully had me write down his name, the company, a "Prize confirmation #" along with the prize they were going to deliver today of, "$2.5 million, and a Perl White Mercedes 2016 E class". and then asked me to repeat everything he had told me to insure I had written it down. He then said he needed to ask me some questions to verify xyz. He asked if I was married or single, I decided that was pretty easy information to obtain, so I told him married. He then asked my age, at which time, I asked why they would need that. He abruptly hung up on me. I was crushed! :-).
Incidentally, within 5 minutes of that call I received a text from [email protected] saying (Wells Fargo: Your Debit Card is restricted. (No:my cell phone number) Visit wellsfargo.com-9.eklnmx.com/ and unlock it now. Of course I have no wells fargo account so it is obviously a scam as well. I suspect the two are connected.
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Private1567557763
Victim Location 43235
Type of a scam Sweepstakes/Lottery/Prizes
Reporting a phone scam in Columbus, Ohio--
Yesterday my mom received a strange phone call from an apparent phone scammer. The man on the phone said he was from Publisher’s Clearing House, and my mother was the big winner. Supposedly, the team members were close by and wanted to come right over. FIRST, though, he had some questions for my mom
to answer. At that, luckily, my mom hung up the phone. I checked online about Publisher’s Clearing House Sweepstakes and found that they never notify a winner by phone. This call sounds like a scam to me. I thought this serious enough to contact your office.
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Private1567536464
Victim Location 43302
Type of a scam Sweepstakes/Lottery/Prizes
Contacted on June 29, 2016 by text message from Dave @ 6823330377. Text stated I have won one million dollars and was directed to open a checking account and provide the information to caller. Caller texted that $299.00 fee could need to be paid in order to get the money. Texted back that my wife was going on kidney dialysis and that I would call today at 1:00 p.m.
I stated to caller that I was always told if I win something that I would not have to pay a dime. I checked with site of Publisher's Clearing house that they would not be calling by telephone. Caller explained that the information was the only information he had. Caller will be waiting for call back at 1:00 p.m. today, June 30, 2016 with bank account information.
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Type of a scam Sweepstakes/Lottery/Prizes
I was called by what the scammer said publishers clearing house. They said I won a car and I could pick the color of the car and if I wanted 4 doors or 2 doors.. It was suppose to be delivered today at 1:00, but first I would need to send a $100 dollars using money gram or western union . The 1st and last name that I need to put on the paper was Josephine Gourley , City: Dyerburg TN. They even asked did I want it public announced or no. They said public announcement means it would be on tv and there would be cameras and everything at my house, and than I would be on tv.
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Private1567550165
Victim Location 45723
Type of a scam Sweepstakes/Lottery/Prizes
I was contacted through Facebook messenger. They hacked my friend's account. Scammer told me I won a Publisher's Clearinghouse prize of $35,000. He said, hey it's good to see you're online. He said I can't believe you haven't claimed your money. He messaged me pictures of people standing by the Federal Express truck. Alberto Rodrigeuz (?) said he was going to bring me $35,000 if I paid $650. I messaged him all night. I really believed I won the money. They gave me a code. He said: "IMPORTANT NOTICE WE ASK THAT YOU SHOULD KEEP THIS BENEFIT STRICTLY FROM PUBLIC NOTICE UNTIL YOUR GRANT HAS BEEN DELIVERED TO YOUR HOME. THIS IS PART OF OUR SECURITY PROTOCOL TO AVOID DOUBLE CLAIMING OR UNSCRUPULOUS ACTS BY BENEFICIARIES OF THIS PROGRAM."
I have forwarded all of the Facebook messages to BBB.
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Private1567547036
Victim Location 99201
Type of a scam Sweepstakes/Lottery/Prizes
Said I won 1.5 billion dollars, would get 7000 a week for life and a 2018 Mercedes Benz. They asked me to pay 10k but then said I only had to pay 200 when I said I do not have enough. CN: 010e7350847976497 for the number, and talked to James and Mary Allen. Called me from: 876-332-5987
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Private1567534127
Victim Location 98815
Type of a scam Sweepstakes/Lottery/Prizes
Called me to tell me I won money, I got suspicious when the lady wanted money and to stay on the line while I went to the bank and mail her money in an envelope. I hung up.
She said she was in Orlando Florida.
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Private1567535267
Victim Location 83706
Type of a scam Sweepstakes/Lottery/Prizes
David Sawyer said I won money and that I needed to pay almost 10K in fees and taxes within a week in order to receive my money. They want me to send them money through Walmart. They said they would get me a sponsor in order to be able to pay the fees. When I told them that I would call the IRS and ScamPulse.com the person hung up.
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Private1567548222
Victim Location 97504
Type of a scam Sweepstakes/Lottery/Prizes
A deep voiced person claiming to be David with Publisher's Clearing House phoned me on 9/2/2017 at 12:38PM, PST, from Jamaica, to "verify my information". I told him I did not wish to buy anything, and he said he was not trying to sell me anything. I asked him how he made his money, then? He hung up on me.
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Private1567557542
Victim Location 99674
Total money lost $199
Type of a scam Sweepstakes/Lottery/Prizes
Received a phone call from 876-535-2798 stating I had won $2.5 million and vehicle and all I needed to do was send $199. They asked me to mail it to them via USPS. I told him I would cash the check and then mail the money and he hung up on me.
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Private1567539816
Victim Location 99701
Type of a scam Sweepstakes/Lottery/Prizes
Mike Peterson called me saying I won 10 million and a new car, but I had to go to Walmart and send him money before I could claim my prize
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Private1567540892
Victim Location 99518
Type of a scam Sweepstakes/Lottery/Prizes
Man saying he's James Meyers from Publisher's Clearing House wants my information (name, address) to deliver money I won. Keeps calling all the time from different "unknown" numbers.
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Private1567536345
Victim Location 83201
Type of a scam Sweepstakes/Lottery/Prizes
They told me I had won 4 million dollars and a new car, they wanted to stay on the line with me until I went to the bank to send them money.
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Private1567534013
Victim Location 97914
Type of a scam Sweepstakes/Lottery/Prizes
My mother was told she won 2.5 million dollars, after asking some questions the caller hung up on us and I never got an explanation of the situation.
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Private1567546445
Victim Location 98944
Type of a scam Sweepstakes/Lottery/Prizes
They called me saying I had won 1.5 million dollars and a Mercedes Benz. The person said their name was Jimmy Kingston, and they said to claim it, I needed to go to Wal-Mart at 3:00PM and pay them 499 dollars. I told them to come to my home and give me the money and car first and then I'd have no problem paying them that. They then hung up.
Type of a scam Sweepstakes/Lottery/Prizes
To whom it may concern, apologies for not being able to send as an attachment. The following info speaks for itself.
Thanks
Dear Esteemed Winner,
Thank you for contacting us regarding your claims. A claim file with Ref:PCH/811068251/2016 has been opened to process the delivery of your winnings to you. This is to further confirm your winning prize of 3,000,000.00 US dollars in our recent PCH lottery draw and My name is Kelvin Sloane, Claims & Remittance Director for the PCH Promotions and I have been instructed to give you guidelines on how to successfully claim your winnings.
Firstly I will like to use this medium to officially congratulate you for emerging a lucky winner and also to acknowledge the receipt of your claims requirement regarding the winning prize notification mail you received from PCH that informed you of the prize you have won. I wish to inform you that the Publishers Clearing House claims department has approved your payment of $3,000,000.00 US dollars. A valid cashier's check of $3,000,000.00 has been issued to your name and handed over to our assigned courier/shipping company Net-Speed Logistics & Courier Service for immediate delivery.
In case you still have doubts arising from the angle of how you got selected, Publishers Clearing House has awarded over $250 Million in prizes globally and has evolved to greatly expand its offerings to include many ways to win online, through electronic email ballot system, social media and mobile access. The PCH online game network has more than 10 million unique monthly visitors and someone wins a prize about every 10 minutes. This method of winning process was carried out through electronic email ballot system and this is due to the fact that you alone have access to your email account so have no fear for you have emerged a true winner as far as you are the original proprietor to the email account which you have received the Winning notification letter as distributed by PCH lotto Promotions. Net-Speed Logistics & Courier Service has been assigned the duty to deliver your winning check and other accompanying documents which are of high importance to you.
In line with this information, you are hereby advised to contact Net-Speed Logistics & Courier Service for the immediate delivery of your check and winning documents safely to you. Please find contact details of Net-Speed Logistics & Courier Service below.
NET-SPEED LOGISTICS & COURIER SERVICE
CONTACT PERSON: Sir, Sam McCarthy
Address: Office 61, Jermyn St, London SW1Y 6JF, United Kingdom
Registered: (CRN/31753108/726)
SUPPORT:(+44)7031908380
GENERAL ENQUIRIES :(+44)7031908180
[email protected]
[email protected]
Kindly contact Net-Speed Logistics & Courier Service via email upon receipt of this mail without wasting time. You are to furnish them with your
Full Name:
Address:
Claims Code Number: PCH/NS/331308751UK
In line with the information listed above, you are hereby advised to contact the courier company with your claims code number. Once again, keep us posted on any development with the Security Company, in relation to your lottery winnings.
Before your winnings were released to Net-Speed Logistics & Courier Service, a hard cover insurance policy was placed on your winnings by the publishers Clearing House the reason is to avoid any harm or illegal channeling due to this, deduction of any amount of money from your funds can not be done by a third party so beware of it. The instructions given in line with the rules and regulation of the USA and England gaming board is once the $3,000,000.00 US dollars check is been delivered to you, then you are expected to deposit the check in your personal bank account and there is a certain assurance that the entire Three Million Dollars you have won will be accredited into your bank account.
Due to mix up of some numbers and names, we ask that you keep your winning information confidential until your claims have been fully processed and your money remitted to you. This is part of our security protocol to avoid multiple claims and unwarranted abuse of this program by some participants.
Congratulations once again for emerging a lucky winner.
Best Regards,
Kelvin Sloane
PCH Promotions
Publishers Clearing House
Net Speed
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Jun 12 at 10:13 PM
NET-SPEED LOGISTICS & COURIER SERVICE LIMITED
Address: Office 61, Jermyn St, London SW1Y 6JF, United Kingdom
Registered: (CRN/31753108/726)
SUPPORT:(+44)7031908380
GENERAL ENQUIRIES :(+44)7031908180
[email protected]
[email protected]
Dear Valued Customer:
Welcome to Net-Speed Logistics & Courier Service, where your entire shipping problem is made easy. You should expect a fast, convenient and environmentally friendly way to ship internationally. Net-Speed Logistics & Courier Service Systems is a full-service logistical company with offices in United Kingdom England, New York City United States of America. We specialize in same day deliveries with airplane bicycles and vehicles. Our on-site officer and fulfillment team stores and organizes large projects for advertising and public relations industries. Net-Speed Logistics & Courier Service can help you untangle the logistical knot that is United Kingdom-England with:
* Brooklyn/Queens Big and Small Package Deliveries Service
* Truck Deliveries
* On-Demand, Scheduled & Routed Deliveries
* Warehousing, Logistics & Inventory Management
My name is Sam McCarthy the dispatch officer, I will guide you through the shipment procedures of your lottery winnings and be rest assured of a friendly transaction process.
The listed items below are available inside your package which was officially handed over to us by publishers Clearing House Promotion Department for onward delivery to you and it will be dispatched Via First Class airplane delivery channel once you meet up with our payment requirements.
LIST OF PACKAGE CONTENT.
I. A Bonded Draft Check of $3,000,000.00 USD.
II. A Certified Lottery Winning Certificate.
III. An Endorsed Affidavit of claims eligibility
To enable us dispatch your package effectively via express delivery system kindly see the options below.
Note: Insurance fee added.
1. MAX DELIVERY DURATION 72 HRS
Mailing /freight cost $150.10
Fuel surcharge $10.50
Insurance $170.98
Vat (5%) $66.80
TOTAL $398.38 US Dollars
2. MAX DELIVERY DURATION 24 HRS
Mailing /freight cost $230.10
Fuel surcharge $10.50
Insurance $170.98
Vat (5%) $99.30
TOTAL $510.88 US Dollars
INSURANCE POLICY:
This delivery parcel for greater protection has an insurance coverage in accordance with shipping regulations under unlimited liability, That is why the delivery charges are a little high. This comprehensive cash in transit insurance cover for your consignment has been arranged {for effective and fast customs clearance}. Delivery of parcel/Transfer of winnings commences immediately after payment covering delivery charges is made by the respective customer.
PAYMENT TERMS:
We do not accept cash upon delivery (COD) proposal for airplane package delivery package. airplane charge for onward delivery must be paid through our choice of service to our office here in United Kingdom-England as instructed after the receipt of this mail so do make urgent contact with me upon receipt of this mail on the option you have chosen so as to provide you with the payments details required to forward the above stated Cost of delivery Finally upon receipt of full payment, your package shall be dispatched as soon as we complete the shipment process the original scanned copy of your package shipment dispatch slip issued by our courier company and the tracking number of the shipment will be sent to you for your verification.
NOTE:
This means that the above-listed charges cannot be deducted from your Draft Check and hence must be provided by you before we can commence delivery. You are to respond immediately so that we can provide you with the payment details required to forward delivery cost.
We sincerely hope the above information is helpful to you and I would like to thank you for giving us this opportunity to serve your needs. Should you have any further queries, do not hesitate to write to us. Until we hear from you again take care.
Yours in service,
Mr. Sam McCarthy
Dispatch officer
NET-SPEED LOGISTICS & COURIER SERVICES LIMITED
24HOURS TELEPHONE LINE: ( +447031908380 )
Copyright © 1993-2016. All rights reserved. The logo and the Net-Speed Logistics & Courier Service brand are registered trademarks of Net-Speed Logistics & Courier Service Ltd. Net-Speed Logistics & Courier Service Coverage is a General business Organization company registered in England, whose registered number is 31753108/726, and whose registered office address is 61, Jermyn St, London SW1Y 6JF, United Kingdom, VAT registered number is 468 814 726. Net-Speed Logistics & Courier Service is committed to respecting the data which we hold on you. Your details are processed and kept securely in accordance with the Data Protection Act 1998, DTA registration number is PZ6979925. The content of this E-mail is protected under applicable copyright and trademark laws. Personal use of material is permitted for research and/or information purposes only.
Victim Location 06514
Total money lost $11,500
Type of a scam Online Purchase
There is a person that can contact you when you ask about their craiglist list regarding an RV, this is their first email contact:
email address: [email protected]
Thanks, nice to finally be able to reach you directly. I'll continue to
check my junk box just in case...
The exterior is in good shape, no accidents. There are no roof leaks of
any kind. All the appliances are in working condition. It has no
unpleasant odors of any kind (i.e.: pets, smoke, musty, etc.). There
aren't any service indicators or warning lights on. Runs and drives
excellent. Very clean in and out (as you can see in the pictures I have
attached). All maintenance records and owner manuals are available.
Clean and clear title, no liens (ready for a quick sale).
The RV can be seen at the local ASC warehouse. We are selling it through
them because we already purchased a different one and we don't have
enough space to keep the both. This is also the only reason for selling
it. If you are familiar with ASC then you may know what I mean, if not
I'll be happy to walk you through it.
Thank you in advance!
BTW: Please find the pictures attached above.
Janice
They provide you a link where you can see the RV and a very professional website called:
Auto Startak Consigment & Sales
The website provides you to make an account, print the bill of sale and invoice that request that you make a wire transfer, after negotiate with the person and agreed in a price. The thing is that after a few days of email updates of the transaction from the company everything disappear, the website, the phone number doesn't work, a complete mess. Even when you realize everything and try to contact your bank they said there is nothing they can do. I loss $11,500 in this way because I don't see a way to get my money back. Even the person email her us passport and driver license. The name is Dr. Janice Wilkinson from Atlanta Georgia
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Registrar Abuse Contact Email: [email protected]
Registrar Abuse Contact Phone: +1.4805240066
Domain Status: clientTransferProhibited https://icann.org/epp#clientTransferProhibited
Name Server: NS1.HOSTSILO.COM
Name Server: NS2.HOSTSILO.COM
Along with this:
How To Make The Payment:
Payment must be submitted via eBay Cards and they can be purchased with cash at thousands of stores nationwide.
Through eBay Cards services we can guarantee you 100% protection and insurance in this transaction. eBay will secure the payment until the buyer receives, inspects and accepts the vehicle. Or, if it will be the case, eBay will refund the payment to the buyer.
For security reasons the eBay Cards needs to be completed in person at any Rite Aid, Albertsons, Best Buy, Fred Meyer, K-mart, Kroger, Ralph's, Safeway, Stop & Shop, CVS Pharmacy and anywhere you see the eBay Cards sign. The cashier will collect your cash and load it into the eBay Cards. Just purchase your eBay Cards, use cash to load it and you are ready to go. In order to avoid any mistakes when buying the eBay Cards, you need to purchase the scratch able cards.
* To complete your purchase you will need to buy 6 X $200.00 eBay Cards.
* For any questions please contact eBay Motors Support Department: +1 (818)-900-2637
Payment Guarantee Policy
1. Buyer and seller agree to terms
Both parties agree to terms and conditions of the transaction, which includes a description of the item, sale price and number of days for the buyer's inspection of the item.
2. Buyer Pays eBay
The buyer submits payment via eBay Cards. Processing time for payments is less then 12 hours.
3. eBay ships the item
Upon payment verification, eBay starts the shipping process. eBay verifies that the buyer receives the item. The inspection period begins once the item is delivered.
To protect you against the risk of liability, eBay holds the buyer's funds pursuant to the terms of the eBay Money Back Guarantee Program Policy, and any other agreement entered between eBay and its customers. When payment is received, it will be verified and secured into a non-interest bearing trust account. After payment is secured, eBay ships the item to the buyer.
eBay's Payment Guarantee Policy is a unique benefit that offers you protection from unwarranted refunds, allowing you to accept more high risk orders. For all eligible transactions, we will completely reimburse you for any refunds resulting from claims of unauthorized purchases and non-receipt of goods.
eBay sends an invoice to a buyer only after our Financial Department has verified all the following information:
-paperwork of the vehicle, including ownership and clear title
-seller's information and proof of ID
-Possession of the vehicle that is being sold.
Once the item is delivered, the buyer has a five ( 5 ) days inspection period. After the inspection period is over, the buyer will contact eBay with the results of the inspection. If, for any reason, the item does not pass the Purchaser's inspection, it will be returned to the seller, on seller's expense and the funds will be returned to the buyer, in full in within 24 hours.
For safety reasons the payment details will be dealt with the utmost security and will not be handed to any third parties. eBay will be in full control of the funds as soon as it reaches our trust fund account, so we will be able to protect and guarantee your funds. Once the funds have been sent to our trust fund account, no one but the Purchaser will have access to it.
eBay will release the funds to the Seller only after the Purchaser receives and agrees with the item.
For any questions please contact eBay Motors Support Department: +1 (818)-900-2637
Thank you for using our service!
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lilly81
• 11 h ago
My experience was a little different.. Found a tractor on facebook marketplace and was invited to join their page and then they asked me to use EBAY Consignment (a website cloned to look like ebay), similar process to pro depot :
1st:
rom: [email protected] [mailto:[email protected]]
Thanks for getting back! I attached more photos. Nothing needs to be done or changed/repaired.
The tractor is in perfect condition, everything does work as it should with no faults.
I can arrange delivery for £500 or collection next week as I'm away from home. The address for viewings or inspection: Parklands Farm, Reynoldston SA3 1AE
I had it serviced 3 months ago.
If you have any other questions please reply me back.
Many thanks
Jacob
Second:
"[email protected]" wrote:
,
Yes price includes VAT. As I've told you in my previous email I'm not available this week. I get back home next week on Monday. If you want I can have it delivered at your address or you can come and collect it when I'm back. If you want to buy it payment has to be made now through ebay/paypal, funds will go in to a holding account. You release the funds to me only after you inspect and agree to buy the tractor, otherwise if it's not sold through ebay when I get back home next week you can come to view it and pay for it.
I attached a copy of the V5 so you can see I'm a serious seller and don't want to waste your time or mine.
More details regarding this method of payment: https://www.paypal.com/uk/webapps/mpp/p ... very-terms
Let me know your final decision as I also have someone else very interested.
Many thanks
Jacob
3rd:
[email protected]" wrote:
I've started the transaction, payment invoice was sent to your email address. Please check your email and let me know if you got it
Many thanks
Jacob
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elizabethcoyne123
• 11 h ago
Almost fall in to their trap:
here is what I received:
eBay® [email protected]
Seller
Marie K. Becker
Address:
419 Enlisted Dr., Bldg. 1820
Scott AFB
IL
Zip:
62225
Country:
United States
How to make the payment:
Payment must be submitted via eBay Cards (5 x $200.00 each) and can be purchased with cash or debit card at locations where you shop for your daily needs. There are no special customer service counters and no forms to fill out. Participating Retail Stores include: 7 Eleven, CVS Pharmacy, Target, Best Buy, Fred Meyer, K-Mart, Family Dollar, Dollar General, Family Express, Kroger, Lowes, Pay-o-Matic, Rite Aid, Staples, Winn Dixie and more.
STEP 1 - Go to any of these stores listed above and purchase 5 eBay Cards of $200.00 each.
STEP 2 - Call our Financial Department Support at: +1 (858) 386-0003
Protection and Refund:
Once the item is delivered, the buyer has a 5 days inspection period. After the inspection period is over, the buyer will contact eBay with the results of the inspection. If, for any reason, the item does not pass the Purchaser's inspection, it will be returned to the seller, on seller's expense and the funds will be returned to the buyer, in full within 12 hours.
For safety reasons the payment details will be dealt with the utmost security and will not be handed to any third parties. eBay will be in full control of the funds as soon as it reaches our trust fund account, so we will be able to protect and guarantee your funds. Once the funds have been sent to our trust fund account, only the Purchaser will have access to it.
NOTE: eBay will release the funds to the Seller only after the Purchaser receives and agrees with the item.
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elizabethcoyne123
• 12 h ago
Had a similar experience with a so called seller "Cindy" who claimed to have a 2006 Fleetwood Tioga 29V on sale. I found the posting on Craigslist and after sending her a few emails she answered that she wants to use some kind of consignment service (not real) from ebay motors services:
here is what she wrote:
From: Cindy T. Stuart
Hello!
I am the owner of the 2006 Fleetwood Tioga 29V. I had it advertised nationwide through Facebook Marketlace. It is still available for sale. It is in great shape. it has no damage, no scratches, dents or hidden defects. It is in immaculate condition, meticulously maintained. It has 79,000 and clean title. It has 6.8L V10 engine, gasoline fuel and automatic transmission. Privacy Curtain, Fantastic Power Roof Vent & Sliding Side Windows, Cabover Bunk Ladder, Driver/Front Passenger Flexsteel® Adjustable/Reclining Suede Bucket Seats W/Armrest, Driver/Front Passenger Airbag Supplemental Restraint System, Custom Dash Appliques. Everything works great, it was recently professionally detailed interior and exterior. I am selling it at this final price of $2,500 because my husband passed away last month and it brings me a lot of bad memories and that’s the reason I want to sell it asap... I also got a new job and moved to Augusta, ME and many other things have priority now so it has to go. I attached you some photos. I want to use eBay Services for both our safety, so if you're interested in purchasing this vehicle just email me your full name, address including the zip code and phone number. I will inform eBay that you are selected as my possible buyer and they will contact you to explain the entire procedure.
I look forward to your answer.
Thank you
Do not fall victim to any consignment or ebay services...usually the persons who try to steal your money are from West Africa so be aware. Hope this will help others because I lost money because I was not informed.
Type of a scam Online Purchase
Inquired about a posted Jeep Wrangler for sale on Craig's list. Text to a number and they sent email showing vehicle and instructions for purchase. The email stated the woman who owned the vehicle husband passed away from a heart attack and she moved away to KS and wanted to sell. Said she was using a third party to handle since she was gone. eBay motors sent me an invoice via email requesting purchase price of $1,300.00 to be sent upfront via Vanilla debit card only and the car would be delivered 2-3 days for inspection and acceptance. We would have 5 days to cancel and apply for full refund if not satisfied with vehicle. They offered no other option for payment and said it would be held by ebay until we called back with approval to release funds to seller. I called ebay corporate to check on "ebay motors" and they said that any email communication should contain the word "ebaysupport" in the address and that they accept other options for payment. The customer service rep at ebay corporate advised further inquiry because it did not sound authentic.
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Private1567543579
Victim Location 23231
Total money lost $2,500
Type of a scam Online Purchase
spoke with seller on offer up about a 2008 Nissan Titan. seller informed me that they had ask ebay motors to handle transaction. wired 2500 dollars to seller. got a fake invoice back from ebay stating the 2008 Nissan Titan would be delivered to my home on 7-17-16. contacted ebay motors and offer up. filed police report on 7-17-16 to report scam
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Private1567534642
Victim Location 28214
Total money lost $1,300
Type of a scam Online Purchase
I was looking for a car on craigslist. I found a nice car for 1500 and emailed the lady. She said that she was in the army and was getting deployed, that it made no sense to keep her car in storage. She sent me an invoice from ebay motors and when I bought the onevanilla card and upload my money they just took my 1300 since we agreed on 1300. I have not gotten the car and my money is gone
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Private1567543895
Victim Location 44839
Type of a scam Online Purchase
I responded to a used vehicle being advertised on cars.com. This vehicle was listed as 'private sale' with phone number listed (614) 682-2399. I contacted and left message at this number. Subsequently I received a text message from this number from 'Melissa Ward' indicating that she would prefer to communicate via email correspondence which she provided her email. After several email exchanges where I indicated my continued interest in the vehicle and requested more information. I received an email with carfax and supposedly copy of vehicle title. I was asked for my personal address - (this person already had my email and telephone number) - at which time I received an email from ebay Motors with an Item Invoice (email: [email protected]). This email provided a customer service number (questions contact eBay Customer Service: +1 (866) 421-9800). The method of transaction requests the buyer purchase 'ebay gift cards' which would provide verification of funds. After contesting the purchasing process - I requested confirmation of cancellation of any agreement (which I never accepted). I asked to speak to a manager - (209) 676-8507 and subsequently will not accept my calls. See attached.
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Private1567543806
Victim Location 28372
Total money lost $2,500
Type of a scam Advance Fee Loan
I sent this business $2500 for a 2007 GMC Yukon on March 14, 2016, expecting delivery 3 days later. No delivery and they would not answer my calls and would not give back my money
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Private1567537907
Victim Location 03280
Total money lost $1,500
Type of a scam Online Purchase
went online looking to purchase a motorcycle the posted that they were ebay motors even phone line 323 484 6162 guys name was eric had me buy one vanilla visa cards 1500.00 vechicle was to be delivered 4 -27- 16 at 830 pm protection id number 65B4T138L3213 no show was then concerned it was scamm
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Private1567545510
Victim Location 85210
Total money lost $3,500
Type of a scam Online Purchase
On March 1, 2016 (we) my brother and I entered an agreement with eBay Motors over the internet to purchase a 2006 Toyota Tacoma (4x4) that was on Craigslist. EBay Motors was contacted through the information on Craigslist on behalf of my brother and myself. When we inquired about the vehicle, we were contacted by a party who claimed his name was Michael and he worked in the finance department of eBay Motors and was handling the consignment of the 2006 Toyota Tacoma for the seller by the name of Samantha Crown. The pictures was posted on Craigslist for our viewing. In the interim of this transaction we were given an email address of eBay Motors, a telephone number of eBay Motors, and the sellers email address at that time for further correspondence with both parties pertaining to the transaction and procedures needed to finalize the sale of the truck.
Now this is how the sale was suppose to be finalized for the purchase of the truck. The following is what eBay Motors required of us to do to complete the transaction. First of all, they were contacted and informed of the interest we had in this 2006 Toyota Tacoma (4x4) pickup, and what it would take to purchase and have this truck shipped to Mesa, Arizona. We were then told by this individual named Michael, that there would have to be a $2,000.00 down payment paid by us towards the truck using "One Vanilla" cards, ($500.00/card), and when we got the cards we were to call back eBay Motors and give the 16-digit numbers along with the expiration dates and 3-digit codes on the back to him (Michael) for verification and activation of the cards, which we complied with and then was told that this money would be held in an escrow in the invent that we decided to change our mind about the purchase of the truck, we would have the money we invested reimbursed back to us.
Then he went on to tell us that the truck would be shipped up to Mesa, Arizona (crated) for 7-days, the shipping expenses paid-in-full by the seller for our inspection, and if we decided to keep the truck, to follow-up and send the remaining $1,500.00 in Vanilla cards same as before to total the $3,500.00 that Samantha Crown the owner was asking for the truck to finalize the sale. The shipping costs from the point-of-origin to the point-of-destination and back in case we decided against buying it was to be paid by Mrs. Crown whether we took the truck or refused it.
Now in the interim also of this agreement they came up with a stipulation later on, that the full amount of $3,500.00 had to be paid up-front before the truck was to shipped to Mesa, Arizona and we were going to have to pay the shipping costs of another $500.00 to cover the shipping of the Toyota Tacoma. Well, at this time my bother and myself decided not to meet their demands of the other $500.00 to cover the shipping of the truck to Arizona, and told Michael that we just wasn't going to send anymore money towards the truck. We told him that we met our commitment and now it's their turn to honor their side of the agreement and eBay's policies that they set forth in the agreement. Well, that's when strange things started to happen.
This Michael (who ever he is), had told us that he would get back to us within an hour after he talked to his boss to see if he could finalize the sale as we previously agreed upon at that time. Hours come and went and no call, so we decided to call back to Michael to his contact number we had been conferring with him about the truck for two-days and guess what, you guessed it the number was "disconnected" immediately and is no longer in service at this time. So right then and there we assumed this to be a "scam". Even the VIN# he/she gave us turned out to be bogus after checking it out with the DMV in Nashville, Tennessee, where we believe this scam originated from. The address Mrs. Crown gave us where she resided turned out to be an established business and after talking to the owner he informed me that he never heard of her.
We tried many times to contact this Michael individual and Mrs. Crown since March 3, 2016 by the phone and email information they gave us but to no avail. The emails we send them are being received and do not come back "undeliverable" by celerity mail. The pictures of the truck I took off the internet has since been removed from Craigslist, but I have some very pertinent information as well as the pictures of the truck if requested for.
Thank you for your kind attention and consideration towards this matter.
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Private1567541324
Victim Location 95348
Total money lost $2,500
Type of a scam Online Purchase
A person was selling their car that sounded too good to be true. They said they just got into a divorce, which was used to bait us into them selling their vehicle for cheap price. If you call them, they will pick up, but once you have a question regarding when an order will arrive and considering whether you are a buyer or seller, they will hang up on you right away.
Type of a scam Online Purchase
I found a 2002 Nissan Maxima w/90,000 miles on Columbus.craigslist.org. The lister was a woman from Buckeye Lake, Leslie Adkins. She said she moved to Omaha, NE and wanted to get rid of the vehicle. She said the vehicle was stored at a shipping location. She sent me pictures of the car. I sent her my phone number because I wanted to talk to her, she said no, we should use email. She was asking $1,000.00. She wanted me to go to CVS, Walgreens, or Rite Aid, and buy an eBay debit card, and give them the security number off the card. I talked to a man in Customer Service with eBay Motors. He said he would hold the funds for 3 days for the vehicle to be shipped, then 5 days to accept or reject the deal. After the 5th day, if I didn't want the car, they would come pick up the car and give me my $1,000 back. The email reads do not reprint or show anybody any of this information as it is very confidential.
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Private1567558141
Victim Location 46835
Total money lost $900
Type of a scam Online Purchase
I inquired about a truck on Craigslist Fort Wayne by sending the seller a text after the reply phone number stated it was a text messaging service. I text (260) 216-5435. The next day I got a text message from (219) 627-1061 letting me know they were sorry for replying so late and asking me to email with their personal email address of [email protected]. I did that and they sent me more information on the truck and a link to more pictures https://use.com/ODtHi. The email had believable information that she got the truck in her divorce settlement and did not need it. I was then instructed to let her know if I wanted it and she tell eBay motors that I am purchasing the truck and give them my information. They would then reach out to me with further instructions. “eBay Moters” sent me instructions along with an invoice. They instructed me that the only type of payment they accepted was eBay gift cards and explained how to load them and send with receipt. I did this and even called the number to verify receipt of gift cards and approval. Someone actually answered the fake “eBay motors” customer support line. Later in the day, I looked online and saw the use.com site was used in scams and then found even more evidence that this was a scam when I viewed an invoice that looked just like mine. I am now out $900 that I was going to use to get my son a cheap work vehicle. I called eBay to cancel the gift cards or put a freeze on them but by this time they had already spent the majority of the money on the cards.
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Private1567557881
Victim Location 32301
Total money lost $3,500
Type of a scam Online Purchase
I responded to a craigslist classified for a travel trailer priced at $***, supposedly from an individual being shipped overseas. The seller stated the listing had been made through eBay Classified, took my name address and email,
to allow them to contact me for payment. I received a legitimate looking invoice, paid it (stupidly) using prepaid debit cards, and was promised delivery three days later. No delivery on the promised date, but did get a notice that they had to have an insurance deposit ( refundable) same stupidity. I paid the extra $***, was promised delivery the following Monday. No shipment, no contact, and the customer service number went unanswered ( evidently disconnected).
I've communicated the details of this fraud to Craigs list Legal.
At this point, it seems likely that the seller is out a trailer (if there was ever a trailer), eBay Motors ( if it exists) has successfully stolen $*** from me; and the entire fraud could easily have been carried out multiple times, based on the original ad.
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Private1567546033
Victim Location 83709
Type of a scam Online Purchase
Interested in buying truck online. Given information to purchase green dot debit card (do not register in my name) and send so that the truck could be delivered. Owner just moved out of state.
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Private1567541393
Victim Location 28546
Total money lost $2,000
Type of a scam Online Purchase
Michelle stated that her husband died 2mths ago and she was selling the 4 runner for 1500because it gave her bad memories,found out later she set up an fake ebay page after i given her the money,now she's disappeared
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Private1567545343
Victim Location 27888
Total money lost $1,500
Type of a scam Online Purchase
The scammer put an advertisement on Craigslist.com for a 2005 Acura TL in perfect condition with 78000 miles on it for $1500. Upon contacting "Diane Stone" (I'm sure this is a false identity, but this was the name provided), I received a sob story of how her husband died 4 months prior and she was about to be deployed (posing as a United States Air Force medic) and she needed to sell the car before she was deployed as to not be forced to pay fees for storing the vehicle for the duration of her deployment. She claimed that she was going to be deployed in 9 days from the date that I contacted her. She told me that she would handle the process of shipping the vehicle herself at her own expense and I would have a 7 day inspection period that at any point in this period I could get a refund and have the car shipped back to her at her own expense. Following this email conversation I received an email from the above listed address stating that I needed to pay using MyVanilla visa cards (3 cards, $500 each) and that it was the only acceptable payment method. I purchased these cards and gave the information to a false eBay motors representative and they sent an email with a false receipt stating the transaction was complete and the shipping process could begin. The next day, I received a phone call and an email, both stating that there was a hiccup in their shipping process and that the company they use had new rules and policies, and that I would have to pay an additional $1000 for shipping insurance that would be refunded in cash upon delivery (which I did not pay, it was at this point that I realized this was a scam). I called the supposed eBay motors representative and informed her that I had found another car, and I would like my money refunded which they promised they would do at any time upon my request, and she told me that I would have to provide my full name and she would call me back momentarily with refund information (trying to get me off the phone so they could block my number). I asked her if there was a way for me to stay on the line with her while she did this and she said there was no way to do that and when I contested this, she hung up. I called back and discovered that my number has been blocked by this person.
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Private1567558553
Victim Location 77951
Total money lost $450
Type of a scam Online Purchase
a seller on craigs list is selling a car. they tell you to use ebay motors to secure sell of vehicle. you buy the vehicle by purchasing i tunes cards and giving them the 16 digit number on back and that the car is in a warehouse in st louis waiting to be shipped.
if you agree they get ebay motor team to send you a invoice that looks totally real. and it is signed ebay purcharse protection financial department. i emailed them to make sure it was legit and they respond to all email accordingly guaranteeing that your money is being held until you get your car and inspect it for 10 days before they release the money to the seller.
THESE ARE A FEW OF THE EMAILS I GOT FROM THEM:
eBay Motors Financial Department!Case ID#8884790
Dear Customer,
We have verified all the details of this transaction and concluded that they are accurate. We guarantee that you are 100% protected in this transaction. Your money will be kept in our account until you finish the testing period. You will have 5 days for testing period. After or during the testing period, if you decide not to buy it, we will refund all your money immediately.
Again, we guarantee that you are 100% protected in this transaction. Please follow our instructions to complete the transaction safely.
Sincerely,
eBay Purchase Protection Customer Support
Dear Customer,
Thank you for contacting our department in behalf of your transaction opened with eBay.
In order to make the payment and complete the transaction, you will have to buy 3 iTunes - Gift Card loaded with $500 each and 1 iTunes - Gift Card loaded with $300 each . For security reasons the iTunes - Gift Card needs to be completed in person with cash, credit card or debit card at any CVS/Pharmacy, Walgreen, 7-Eleven, Rite Aid, Family Dollar and Dollar General and anywhere you see the iTunes - Gift Card. The cashier will collect your cash and load it into the iTunes - Gift Card. It costs $4.95 or less. There are no hidden fees or charges. Just purchase your iTunes - Gift Card, use cash, credit card or debit card to load it and you’re ready to go.
In order to validate your payment please reply back at this email with the following information:
- iTunes - Gift Card -16 DIGIT NUMBER (scratch-off the portion covering the code).
- Pictures with the back of the iTunes Gift Cards where we can see the PIN Numbers and the receipt (color pictures & readable, clear).
For any questions you can contact eBay Department by replying to this e-mail.
Sincerely,
eBay Financial Department!
Case ID#8884790
Dear Customer,
PayPal is not an available payment option for your transaction.
Payment must be submitted via ITunes to eBay Financing Center. We will secure the payment until the Buyer receives, inspects and accepts the vehicle. Or, if it will be the case, eBay will refund the payment to the Buyer. ITunes is the fastest and safest payment method, at the lowest fee's on the market. If you have any questions, don't hesitate to contact our Customer Support Department by replying to this e-mail.
Sincerely,
eBay Purchase Protection Customer Support
Case ID#8884790
Dear Customer,
PayPal is not an available payment option for your transaction.
Payment must be submitted via ITunes to eBay Financing Center. We will secure the payment until the Buyer receives, inspects and accepts the vehicle. Or, if it will be the case, eBay will refund the payment to the Buyer. ITunes is the fastest and safest payment method, at the lowest fee's on the market. If you have any questions, don't hesitate to contact our Customer Support Department by replying to this e-mail.
Sincerely,
eBay Purchase Protection Customer Support
Type of a scam Online Purchase
I found a vehicle on Craig'slist in Cape Girardeau but the car was in Billings, MT. The lady's son had died and the car had belonged to him. The price was too good to be true, $1200 for a 2013 Toyota Corolla West. Her son died in a motor cycle accident. the shipping was to be free. With the title no liens, not loans.
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Private1592315413
• Jun 15, 2020
Victim Location 44708
Total money lost $2,000
Type of a scam Online Purchase
I found a boat on craiglist.seller said ebay was selling boat for [email protected] was $1400.00.I paid the 1400.00 in ebay cards.then they said there was a transportation insurance fee of 600.00,to be refunded at delivery.I paid the 600.00 and never heard another word from them
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Private1591826367
• Jun 10, 2020
Victim Location 31055
Type of a scam Online Purchase
Patricia Mitchell trying to sell a 1993 Kubota L2350 for $1800.00 through ebay motors. She said she was in the military and had no need for it anymore. She ask for my name, address and phone number so that she can provide ebay this information. She said she will contact ebay with my info so they can send me an invoice. The Invoice phone number she was using was 818-900-1961. She also said the tractor could be delivered in 2 to 3 days and I will have 5 days to test drive it before making the buy. She also stated she was in Billings, Montana. IT IS A SCAM
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Private1591366017
• Jun 04, 2020
Victim Location 77979
Total money lost $2,200
Type of a scam Counterfeit Product
Try to buy a product and paid for it and have not received an email or phone call they won’t answer emails nor phone calls.
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Private1591048426
• Jun 01, 2020
Victim Location 94103
Total money lost $2,200
Type of a scam Online Purchase
Hello I was trying to buy a 2004 Ford Mustang SVT Cobra for $1,200 and buyer got back with me said I have to go threw ebay motors. Well they contacted me with an Invoice #EBP185086. Looked good so far, then I had to pay by using the ebay card $25-$500 which I did for $200- $500 each. Then I got another email saying I to pay another $1,000 for Insurance and that it is refundable on delivery of vehicle.
I called ebay customer support number they gave me # 1-818-473-0668.
I confronted them as a scam and she hung up on me I called right back now number is disconnected.
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Private1590516009
• May 26, 2020
Victim Location 65616
Total money lost $1,000
Type of a scam Online Purchase
I found a golf cart on this website. It was listed for $1000. I reached out to them about the golf cart. They told me to purchase five $200 ebay cards and send pictures of the numbers of the cards and the receipts. We purchased the cards and we sent the information to them. I reached out again to them and they told us it would be verified in 10-12 hours and we will receive confirmation. Then they told us another $1000 had to be paid for the shipping. We knew something was wrong. They told us they could return it in five days. They said they would need additional money for insurance but it would be refunded. We told them we knew it was a scam and we would report them to the ScamPulse.com and they hung up. We tried to call the number back and we just got a busy signal.
Total money lost $1,000
Type of a scam Advance Fee Loan
Hello again, as I told you in my first e-mail, I’m in the army and right now I am located at a military base in Virginia. The car is here with me.
We are training hard and getting ready for deployment.
Before leaving, I prearranged a deal with eBay Motors, so my presence isn't necessary. The delivery process will be managed by me. I think I can have it there at your home address within 2-3 working days.You will have 5 days to test and inspect the vehicle prior to making any purchase. During the 5 days testing period I will not be getting any money.
I need to know if you are interested so I can ask eBay to send you the details regarding this deal.
If you are interested, please reply with your contact info for eBay (full name, shipping address and phone number), so we can get the ball rolling. I will send your info to eBay and they will contact you and send you everything there is to know about how to close the transaction in the best terms possible for the both of us.
You will find photos of the Ford in the attachment.
These pictures are 100% accurate and they represent exactly what you see.
SSG Diane Taylor
Bravo Company, Virginia National Guard.
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Private1567540583
Victim Location 78744
Total money lost $500
Type of a scam Online Purchase
I emailed a lady name Lisa Adams January 18, 2019 on Craigslist about a 2003 Toyota Corolla. Her response was she will add the transaction on Ebay so we both can be protected. Lisa stated she was about to leave with her military team soon. I talked to a man from ebay, he told me to purchase a ebay card. I called him gave him the number from the gift card. I was promised the car in two days. Ebay stop answering my phone number so my boyfriend and my daughter talked to him.
Please help me with my $500, the car was for my college daughter.
Need help selecting a scam type?
Other (please explain)
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Private1567537221
Victim Location 96797
Total money lost $2,000
Type of a scam Counterfeit Product
Raquel Burkley advertise Nissan Altima 2006 white vehicle on Honolulu Craigslist and I provide my email. Claim eBay Motors is credible part of eBay. Paid $2000 total for car advertised for $1000 using and stated will be delivered via military logistics by buyer but fake business added on insurance and trailer fees. Request payment via Walmart. Reported to eBay via spoof.
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Private1567539124
Victim Location 31047
Total money lost $1,500
Type of a scam Fake Invoice/Supplier Bill
There was an advertisement listed on craglist.com to purchase a John Deere Tractor. The only way of contact was thru e-mail the sellers. The seller refer the transaction to an ebay account. In return ebay emailed back asking for payment thru ebay gift cards. Things got suspicous when ebay asked for payment a second time for insurance for shipping. The gift cards were purchased and then phoned to the number that was listed in the email. I was not aware that it was a scam at the time. But after I refused to pay for the insurance and called the number several times with no responses, it was then when I got the message it was a scam. I looked up Ebay website and got another number and sure enought Ebay confirmed that I was scammed. The real Ebay did not have the order in their system and could not refund me any money. I was told to refer this to the local police department.
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Private1567550686
Victim Location 03060
Total money lost $3,800
Type of a scam Online Purchase
Saw an ad for a truck in NH Craigslist. I contacted the seller by email and was told she is using EBay. Proceeded to purchase vehicle thru them. First they wanted 1,800 in eBay cards . Called them back(sounded legit) they said they would email us back when the truck will be shipped. Here’s where it gets tricky, they stated they needed another thousand to insure the vehicle in eBay cards and the money would be given back in check upon delivery.So I called them back with another thousand in eBay cards. Once again sounded legit. Then another email from them asking for another thousand. Told them I’m canceling the order and calling the authorities. Never heard back from them again. So I’ve been scammed
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Private1567541186
Victim Location 44112
Type of a scam Online Purchase
Consumer was on Offer UP looking for a car. She found a 2006 NIssan for sale and clicked on it. A woman asked for your email address so that she could send pictures of the car and further information, which was received. The woman who contacted the consumer was Sandra Kenneh, email address [email protected]. She told the consumer that she had EBay Renter's Insurance that would allow her to ship the car from Virginia to the consumer in Ohio to test drive for 5 or 6 days at a cost of $1,000. The consumer was emailed all details and was told that EBay Motors would keep the consumer's $1,000 in escrow until the consumer was able to test drive the car and determine if she wanted to purchase it. If the consumer wanted to purchase the car she would let EBay Motors know and they would send the money to Sandra Kenneh. If the consumer did not want the car the money would be sent back to the consumer. The consumer then received an invoice via email from [email protected]. The email then instructed the consumer to purchase EBay gift cards, telling her that the maximum amount that could be loaded on an EBay gift card was $500. She was then told to send the gift cards to EBay Motors, but provided no address to send them to EBay Motors. The invoice does not list any information or address for EBay Motors. It only lists Sandra Kenneh's address - Sandra Kenneh, 8725 John J. Kingman Rd., #235, Fort Belboir, VA 22060. The consumer was told that once she purchased the gift cards she should email the numbers on the gift cards to EBay Motors.
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Private1567547926
Victim Location 20785
Total money lost $1,000
Type of a scam Fake Invoice/Supplier Bill
This person was selling an car on Letgo and carried the situation to gmail for further information on a vehicle I wanted to buy. This person then said EBay motors would email or contact me because they wanted to soothe transaction through ebay.I sent this anonymous person my personal info. Such as address and first and last name and paid my money on a gift card they told me to get from a local store they then gave me a number to call for "customer support" because it was my 1st time using eBay I ignored ALL RED Flags,once I paid my total of 1,000$ they then said I had to pay an extra 700$ for shipping insurance I then felt like I was being scammed and immediately reported
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Private1567553012
Victim Location 34773
Total money lost $1,200
Type of a scam Fake Invoice/Supplier Bill
Found listing on Craigslist for Golf Cart listing ID 6570731881
Contact Seller at email address: [email protected]
She informed me it was still available
I replied with questions about payment, etc.
She explained that she was selling it through eBay Motors
We would have 5 days for inspection with full refund available
We agreed to move forward
Friday May 25th
Received email from [email protected] and [email protected] claiming to be eBay
They provided order ID 7935243127
And attached an invoice with instructions for payment to be EBAY gift cards
After work, I went to Walgreens and purchased $500 EBAY gift card using my debit card
They would only allow $500 max at that location
I then went to Publix supermarkets and purchased $700 in additional EBAY Gift Cards using my credit card
I called the number provided (858) 386-4962 in the invoice and email and provided the Gift Card numbers as instructed
The email instructions and the person on the phone stated that it would take up to 24 hours for payment to go through
Received confirmation from eBay and seller
Called the (858) 386-4962 eBay contact number several times. Often would receive message that "Call cannot be completed as dialed"
Sent follow-up emails to both Liza and eBay asking for delivery information
Later I googled Liza's email address [email protected] and found several sites that list her as a scammer!
https://www.antiscammers.org/liza-brussel-scammer-2012-golf-cart-limited/
https://www.antiscammers.org/liza-brussel-scammer-2002-bayliner-capri-175br-trai...⇄ />
https://complaintwire.org/complaint/fDS_EwS_2RA/brusselliza295-gmail-com-mckaydo...⇄
Total money lost $1,800
Type of a scam Online Purchase
Bought a car for $1,800 they wont give me a refund
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Private1578998593
• Jan 11, 2020
Victim Location 78016
Total money lost $500
Type of a scam Online Purchase
So my husband found an ATV on Craigslist for $500, the person selling it contacted him back stated the item was being sold through ebay and to pay for the item he needed to purchase ebay gift cards. We received an email with the information, all looking legit, purchased the cards and called the number with the redemption codes and found out it was ALL fraud and a scam. Tried calling ebay to stop the transactions and get our money back but that didn't work even though, in order to use the cards they have to have an account, so the transaction should be trackable.
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Private1577050955
• Dec 17, 2019
Victim Location 78382
Type of a scam Fake Invoice/Supplier Bill
i recieved an offer to purchase a used golf cart for my disabled wife , and sent an invoice which looked legitimate from ebay motors to submit payments , after a couple red flags arose in conversation , i contacted ebay who informed me the entire transaction was illegitamet . I had purchased $1400 in ebay gift certificates to compklete the transaction , but never submitted the numbers before finding out it was as scam .
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Private1576027252
• Oct 19, 2019
Victim Location 77651
Total money lost $1,000
Type of a scam Online Purchase
I was suppose to be buying a car from a divorced lady for $600,a day goes by an they email me saying the need $400 for transportation insurance an I'll get the car the next day. When I call to ask about the car they hang up on me. I knew it was a scam then. I didn't follow my first instinct the deal was to good to be true.
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Private1576022026
• Oct 02, 2019
Victim Location 64446
Total money lost $2,000
Type of a scam Online Purchase
I saw a tractor for sale on craigs list. The seller stated that he was being deployed,and the transaction would be handled through ebay motors. I was to put a 2000,00$ deposit,with the rest due on inspection. I was to pay the deposit with ebay cards. the transaction was supposed to be insured by ebay motors. I was SCAMMED. I feel really stupid. I should have called ebay security priorto sending any money. If a deal sounds too good to be true,IT IS!
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Private1567807306
• Sep 06, 2019
Victim Location 77077
Type of a scam Online Purchase
Sale of vehicle too good to be true. Contacted person posing as military affiliation awaiting deployment and offering to sell for pennies on the value of the car using ebay Motors. Purchase ebay gift card and vehicle will be transported directly.
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Private1577005486
• Aug 01, 2019
Victim Location 20716
Type of a scam Fake Invoice/Supplier Bill
The scammer posted a car for sale on facebook through a third-party dealership. Once contacted, they said they were in the military and moving. They said they used EBay Motors for the transaction. They sent a fake invoice and requested payment in EBay gift cards.
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Private1577005486
• Aug 01, 2019
Victim Location 20716
Type of a scam Fake Invoice/Supplier Bill
The scammer posted a car for sale on facebook through a third-party dealership. Once contacted, they said they were in the military and moving. They said they used EBay Motors for the transaction. They sent a fake invoice and requested payment in EBay gift cards.
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Private1577005826
• Aug 01, 2019
Victim Location 23228
Total money lost $700
Type of a scam Online Purchase
Advertised an old car for sale on a website; but the item was to be sold and shipped through "ebay motors" That's the part that looked legit. We pay ebaymotors with ebay cards and they would hold the money til the client sent the car and would release the money to the client once we saw it and agreed to the purchase. We sent the money. Then they wanted more for "insurance." That's when we called ebay and found that the webpage "from ebay" that included the purchase form and invoice was bogus!
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Private1576988871
Victim Location 37356
Total money lost $2,800
Type of a scam Online Purchase
Was shopping on Facebook Marketplace and saw a potential good buy on pickup truck so I contacted about location to view and possibly buy Jessica email back the reason she was selling so cheap she had lost her husband 4 months ago and was being stationed overseas for 1 year and didn't want to pay insurance and storage for that year so next day which was June17,2019 got email that ebay was handling online purchase for her and truck would be delivered on Thursday June 20 between 3-5 pm next day got email saying had to pay with ebay gift cards so I purchased 1800 in ebay gift cards got. Email confirmed payment next day got another email requesting I would have to send another 1000 for insurance so I purchased those on Wednesday 19 Then today which was supposed to be day got email wanting another 1000 for border taxes at this point could not purchase any more gifts for a week called ph # that I gave gift card information to which was supposedly Micheal and told him I could not purchase any more cards and if there were another way to pay he answered no had to be on eBay gift card so called eBay.com and was told this was a scam so therefore I'm out 2800 dollars and on fixed income
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Private1576000597
Victim Location 62056
Type of a scam Fake Invoice/Supplier Bill
There was an RV listed in Montgomery County Illinois trading post. It was an add for an Airstream Land Yacht. Supposidly located in Dupo, Illinois. The invoice required me to purchase ebay cards from Dollar General at $200 a piece. Scratch off the codes on the back and give codes to ebay@invoice-online-support. Our vehicle would be delivered 3 days from the date they received the scratch off 13 digit numbers.
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Private1575986359
Victim Location 78132
Total money lost $1,200
Type of a scam Online Purchase
YEs i thought i purchased a vehicle on march 2 and i haven't heard anything so i tried to call and when i called i got told that i had to purchase a 1000 insurance for the car and when i told them no i got hung up on and when i called ebay headquarters i got told that their as no purchase made for 1250
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Total money lost $1,500
Type of a scam Other
A vehicle is being sold on the Letgo app its a white Acura TL 2007 they are asking 1500 dollars for it. But the seller is using the [email protected] email only. The scammer then sends en ebay logo transaction and you must buy three ebay gift cards of 500 dollars to make the purchase. The ebay add says they will hold the money until the buyer receives the car. The buyer can try out vehicle for 5 days if satisfied with vehicle then the buyer lets ebay know to give money and transacction is coThe scamers use the let go app to advertise and then through an email [email protected] tell the buyer to purchase three ebay gift cards of 500 dollars a piece to complete the vehicle purchase. After you send the three scratches redemption codes you don't receive no information. Which its already to late. Scamers have the money and you don't receive no car.
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Private1567554517
Victim Location 45807
Total money lost $1,500
Type of a scam Online Purchase
I went to purchase a vehicle on ebay and then a day later eBay called and said it was a scam so now I have lost 1500 dollars!
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Private1567548931
Victim Location 38804
Total money lost $1,000
Type of a scam Online Purchase
I found a vehicle on craiglists. I contacted the person by email and she responded back. I received the invoice from ebay, so I thought from ebay making arrangements to pay. I compared the buyer protection program through ebay website and looked legit. After a couple of days of not receiving the vehicle, I called ebay and asked about the purchase and then was told I have been scammed.
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Private1567540652
Victim Location 20707
Type of a scam Debt Collections
I received a letter in the mail saying that I owe 216.50 for an eBay account. The letter does not included a user name or any other information other then my name. I don't have any payment arrangement set up with eBay and have not ordered anything in this amount.
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Private1567552017
Victim Location 44110
Total money lost $2,000
Type of a scam Online Purchase
A lady presented herself as selling a 2008 Mazda cx9 I contacted her through email she informed me that eBay was handling the sale do I contacted eBay the number she provided the guy then told me to purchase 4green dot cards totalling 2000dollars I purchased the cards which cost me 2008 dollars I then called him with the card numbers he told me I would receive my car Monday March 6 at 630 I never received the car or my money I have tried to reach out to them with the email she sent and the number he called from no answer he then sent me a purchase order number to my email I never thought this was a scam because it had eBay name associated with it I really need to know how I can get my 2000 back please help me
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Private1567535407
Victim Location 29615
Total money lost $2,000
Type of a scam Online Purchase
I saw a car on craigslist and she said she was military in Alabama but was being shipped to Afghanistan and that she could ship the car using eBay. I would have 6 days to decide weather or not I wanted to purchase it. If not I would return it at her expense. I asked for the mileage and vin # and she gave it to me. "ebay" did the rest. it asked me to buy green dot cards and pay with them. I did and the car never arrived. I was scammed for 2,000. I have purchased a motorcycle in the past with ebay and all was fine. So I had no problem using ebay again. After 34 years and with the help of safe harbor I left and abusive marriage and have restraing order and order of protection. I didn't deserve this, not now.
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Private1567539042
Victim Location 35907
Total money lost $3,000
Type of a scam Online Purchase
answer an ad about a skid steer for sale at $2000.00. contacted by ebay motors stated they needed me to go and buy $2000.00 in green dot visa cards but nor to register them. I called after I got call and they wanted all numbers on card, After 3 days we did not receive item, we were told to get two more cards totaling $1000.00 for insurance on item and it would be deliver in 14 hrs. It has been 42 hrs, and now "Matthew" will not answer our phone calls. any help would be appreciated. THANKS
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Private1567543855
Victim Location 28144
Total money lost $80.24
Type of a scam Online Purchase
We ordered 2 crossbows from there and never received either of the items and they refuse to send item or to refund the money. They were very rude.
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Private1567538182
Victim Location 76549
Total money lost $2,200
Type of a scam Phishing
The scammers used the likeness of ebay , issued a confirmation number and invoice for the product I was purchasing to scam me out of $2200 for the purchase of a vehicle that would be delivered within 5 days. The scammer had a "customer service number" that I could call to find out the status of my purchase . The number still works and a person still answers the number and acknowledges you by the your confirmation number. When I ask for the status of my purchase they hang up. They sent me an email and invoice all using eBay's likeness and image so it was very hard to detect until the car didn't show up. I used gift cards as a form of payment and ebay is looking into the scam because they should have the ability to find the gift card numbers and how they were used.
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Private1567541633
Victim Location 44147
Type of a scam Other
"Nicole ***" *** first contacted me with this email and a bunch of pictures of a car:
My name is *** *** and I want to thank you for taking an interest in my 2005 Honda CR-V at the price of 1500$. Let me give you a few details about it: it's in very good condition with 103,000 miles, it doesn't have any mechanical issues, the engine is a 2,4L 4Cyl, it has automatic transmission, All-Wheel Drive ,no scratches or dents, easy on maintenance costs, extremely reliable. The interior of this car is something I always took care of, the seats/carpet are not stained and we never smoked inside it. The car was never involved in any accident and I have a clear title for it free of any liens or loans. The reason I decided to sell it is because my husband had a heart attack and died two weeks ago and it brings me back memories.
I want to make this deal though eBay since the car is already in their custody in Omaha,NE and I used it before with no problems so if you're interested in purchasing it please reply with your : full name, full address and phone number. After that I will notify them I found a buyer and they will contact you with the rest of the procedure.
Thank you and I look forward for to hearing from you.
Then I sent my name, phone and address and
And then I got this email from "eBay" ([email protected]) supposedly, with the document I attached below:
Dear XX XX,
You are receiving this e-mail because *** ***, has selected eBay Buyer Protection to handle a secure online transaction with you.
You can find the invoice for the 2005 Honda CR-V attached to this email.
For any questions contact eBay Support Department: +1 (888) 497-8584.
Thank you for using our services!
Sincerely,
eBay Buyer Protection Department
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Private1567534740
Victim Location 90277
Type of a scam Online Purchase
My land lord received a call asking for my address in order to have merchandise delivered. I never order anything from EBay.
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Private1567544696
Victim Location 63136
Type of a scam Online Purchase
I got an email saying this person was selling a 2003 Honda Accord for $1500 due to the passing of her husband. It was being sold through eBay. She was selling it from Topeka, Kansas. I was told to buy an eBay gift card and send it in and that eBay wouldn’t make the transaction until I received the vehicle. It was supposed to be delivered to me. I would then have 5 days to test out the vehicle and let eBay know if I was happy with it or not and if I was satisfied and wanted to purchase it then eBay would pay the seller. I was given three numbers, 8008047093, 866-794-9177, 866-446-8204. I dialed the first number and got a busy signal. I dialed the second number and someone answered, and dialed the third one and the exact same person answered the phone. I looked up eBay and called the number I found and they said this wasn’t legitimate. They only take PayPal or an actual credit card. Gift cards cannot be traced.
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Private1567548472
Victim Location 57566
Total money lost $2,000
Type of a scam Online Purchase
Purchased a 2005 toyota camry from the Rapid City SD craigslist site and the seller said they were going thru eBay, buyer was contacted by eBay and payment was made but there is now no record of this transaction. Seller said she was in the military and being deployed on May 15 for 1.5 years.
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Private1567548091
Victim Location 73107
Type of a scam Fake Invoice/Supplier Bill
I was asking about a truck on craigslist. I texted the number provided. Then i was contacted by email telling me that she was going to have ebay send me a invoice after i recieved it i realized it was fake. This is still ongoing i.have not told them i know this is fake
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Private1567553371
Victim Location 08360
Total money lost $4,500
Type of a scam Online Purchase
I bought a truck on ebay. I pay 4500 i have all my receipts and emails from the guy i chatted with. He went by kevin donnovan. [email protected]. I loaded the money into paypal cash cards and was told to call this paypal card number 408 465 4274. I was supposed to received a tracking number and never did. i called ebay it was a fake. I looked up that number it was a landline from morgan hill ca. The truck i was buying was supossed to be in iowa. Paypal said even though i have my receipts mostly likely i cant get my money back.
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Total money lost $450
Type of a scam Online Purchase
a seller on craigs list is selling a car. they tell you to use ebay motors to secure sell of vehicle. you buy the vehicle by purchasing i tunes cards and giving them the 16 digit number on back and that the car is in a warehouse in st louis waiting to be shipped.
if you agree they get ebay motor team to send you a invoice that looks totally real. and it is signed ebay purcharse protection financial department. i emailed them to make sure it was legit and they respond to all email accordingly guaranteeing that your money is being held until you get your car and inspect it for 10 days before they release the money to the seller.
THESE ARE A FEW OF THE EMAILS I GOT FROM THEM:
eBay Motors Financial Department!Case ID#8884790
Dear Customer,
We have verified all the details of this transaction and concluded that they are accurate. We guarantee that you are 100% protected in this transaction. Your money will be kept in our account until you finish the testing period. You will have 5 days for testing period. After or during the testing period, if you decide not to buy it, we will refund all your money immediately.
Again, we guarantee that you are 100% protected in this transaction. Please follow our instructions to complete the transaction safely.
Sincerely,
eBay Purchase Protection Customer Support
Dear Customer,
Thank you for contacting our department in behalf of your transaction opened with eBay.
In order to make the payment and complete the transaction, you will have to buy 3 iTunes - Gift Card loaded with $500 each and 1 iTunes - Gift Card loaded with $300 each . For security reasons the iTunes - Gift Card needs to be completed in person with cash, credit card or debit card at any CVS/Pharmacy, Walgreen, 7-Eleven, Rite Aid, Family Dollar and Dollar General and anywhere you see the iTunes - Gift Card. The cashier will collect your cash and load it into the iTunes - Gift Card. It costs $4.95 or less. There are no hidden fees or charges. Just purchase your iTunes - Gift Card, use cash, credit card or debit card to load it and you’re ready to go.
In order to validate your payment please reply back at this email with the following information:
- iTunes - Gift Card -16 DIGIT NUMBER (scratch-off the portion covering the code).
- Pictures with the back of the iTunes Gift Cards where we can see the PIN Numbers and the receipt (color pictures & readable, clear).
For any questions you can contact eBay Department by replying to this e-mail.
Sincerely,
eBay Financial Department!
Case ID#8884790
Dear Customer,
PayPal is not an available payment option for your transaction.
Payment must be submitted via ITunes to eBay Financing Center. We will secure the payment until the Buyer receives, inspects and accepts the vehicle. Or, if it will be the case, eBay will refund the payment to the Buyer. ITunes is the fastest and safest payment method, at the lowest fee's on the market. If you have any questions, don't hesitate to contact our Customer Support Department by replying to this e-mail.
Sincerely,
eBay Purchase Protection Customer Support
Case ID#8884790
Dear Customer,
PayPal is not an available payment option for your transaction.
Payment must be submitted via ITunes to eBay Financing Center. We will secure the payment until the Buyer receives, inspects and accepts the vehicle. Or, if it will be the case, eBay will refund the payment to the Buyer. ITunes is the fastest and safest payment method, at the lowest fee's on the market. If you have any questions, don't hesitate to contact our Customer Support Department by replying to this e-mail.
Sincerely,
eBay Purchase Protection Customer Support
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Private1567550438
Victim Location 28277
Type of a scam Online Purchase
Inquired about a posted Jeep Wrangler for sale on Craig's list. Text to a number and they sent email showing vehicle and instructions for purchase. The email stated the woman who owned the vehicle husband passed away from a heart attack and she moved away to KS and wanted to sell. Said she was using a third party to handle since she was gone. eBay motors sent me an invoice via email requesting purchase price of $1,300.00 to be sent upfront via Vanilla debit card only and the car would be delivered 2-3 days for inspection and acceptance. We would have 5 days to cancel and apply for full refund if not satisfied with vehicle. They offered no other option for payment and said it would be held by ebay until we called back with approval to release funds to seller. I called ebay corporate to check on "ebay motors" and they said that any email communication should contain the word "ebaysupport" in the address and that they accept other options for payment. The customer service rep at ebay corporate advised further inquiry because it did not sound authentic.
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Private1567543579
Victim Location 23231
Total money lost $2,500
Type of a scam Online Purchase
spoke with seller on offer up about a 2008 Nissan Titan. seller informed me that they had ask ebay motors to handle transaction. wired 2500 dollars to seller. got a fake invoice back from ebay stating the 2008 Nissan Titan would be delivered to my home on 7-17-16. contacted ebay motors and offer up. filed police report on 7-17-16 to report scam
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Private1567534642
Victim Location 28214
Total money lost $1,300
Type of a scam Online Purchase
I was looking for a car on craigslist. I found a nice car for 1500 and emailed the lady. She said that she was in the army and was getting deployed, that it made no sense to keep her car in storage. She sent me an invoice from ebay motors and when I bought the onevanilla card and upload my money they just took my 1300 since we agreed on 1300. I have not gotten the car and my money is gone
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Private1567543895
Victim Location 44839
Type of a scam Online Purchase
I responded to a used vehicle being advertised on cars.com. This vehicle was listed as 'private sale' with phone number listed (614) 682-2399. I contacted and left message at this number. Subsequently I received a text message from this number from 'Melissa Ward' indicating that she would prefer to communicate via email correspondence which she provided her email. After several email exchanges where I indicated my continued interest in the vehicle and requested more information. I received an email with carfax and supposedly copy of vehicle title. I was asked for my personal address - (this person already had my email and telephone number) - at which time I received an email from ebay Motors with an Item Invoice (email: [email protected]). This email provided a customer service number (questions contact eBay Customer Service: +1 (866) 421-9800). The method of transaction requests the buyer purchase 'ebay gift cards' which would provide verification of funds. After contesting the purchasing process - I requested confirmation of cancellation of any agreement (which I never accepted). I asked to speak to a manager - (209) 676-8507 and subsequently will not accept my calls. See attached.
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Private1567543806
Victim Location 28372
Total money lost $2,500
Type of a scam Advance Fee Loan
I sent this business $2500 for a 2007 GMC Yukon on March 14, 2016, expecting delivery 3 days later. No delivery and they would not answer my calls and would not give back my money
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Private1567537907
Victim Location 03280
Total money lost $1,500
Type of a scam Online Purchase
went online looking to purchase a motorcycle the posted that they were ebay motors even phone line 323 484 6162 guys name was eric had me buy one vanilla visa cards 1500.00 vechicle was to be delivered 4 -27- 16 at 830 pm protection id number 65B4T138L3213 no show was then concerned it was scamm
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Private1567545510
Victim Location 85210
Total money lost $3,500
Type of a scam Online Purchase
On March 1, 2016 (we) my brother and I entered an agreement with eBay Motors over the internet to purchase a 2006 Toyota Tacoma (4x4) that was on Craigslist. EBay Motors was contacted through the information on Craigslist on behalf of my brother and myself. When we inquired about the vehicle, we were contacted by a party who claimed his name was Michael and he worked in the finance department of eBay Motors and was handling the consignment of the 2006 Toyota Tacoma for the seller by the name of Samantha Crown. The pictures was posted on Craigslist for our viewing. In the interim of this transaction we were given an email address of eBay Motors, a telephone number of eBay Motors, and the sellers email address at that time for further correspondence with both parties pertaining to the transaction and procedures needed to finalize the sale of the truck.
Now this is how the sale was suppose to be finalized for the purchase of the truck. The following is what eBay Motors required of us to do to complete the transaction. First of all, they were contacted and informed of the interest we had in this 2006 Toyota Tacoma (4x4) pickup, and what it would take to purchase and have this truck shipped to Mesa, Arizona. We were then told by this individual named Michael, that there would have to be a $2,000.00 down payment paid by us towards the truck using "One Vanilla" cards, ($500.00/card), and when we got the cards we were to call back eBay Motors and give the 16-digit numbers along with the expiration dates and 3-digit codes on the back to him (Michael) for verification and activation of the cards, which we complied with and then was told that this money would be held in an escrow in the invent that we decided to change our mind about the purchase of the truck, we would have the money we invested reimbursed back to us.
Then he went on to tell us that the truck would be shipped up to Mesa, Arizona (crated) for 7-days, the shipping expenses paid-in-full by the seller for our inspection, and if we decided to keep the truck, to follow-up and send the remaining $1,500.00 in Vanilla cards same as before to total the $3,500.00 that Samantha Crown the owner was asking for the truck to finalize the sale. The shipping costs from the point-of-origin to the point-of-destination and back in case we decided against buying it was to be paid by Mrs. Crown whether we took the truck or refused it.
Now in the interim also of this agreement they came up with a stipulation later on, that the full amount of $3,500.00 had to be paid up-front before the truck was to shipped to Mesa, Arizona and we were going to have to pay the shipping costs of another $500.00 to cover the shipping of the Toyota Tacoma. Well, at this time my bother and myself decided not to meet their demands of the other $500.00 to cover the shipping of the truck to Arizona, and told Michael that we just wasn't going to send anymore money towards the truck. We told him that we met our commitment and now it's their turn to honor their side of the agreement and eBay's policies that they set forth in the agreement. Well, that's when strange things started to happen.
This Michael (who ever he is), had told us that he would get back to us within an hour after he talked to his boss to see if he could finalize the sale as we previously agreed upon at that time. Hours come and went and no call, so we decided to call back to Michael to his contact number we had been conferring with him about the truck for two-days and guess what, you guessed it the number was "disconnected" immediately and is no longer in service at this time. So right then and there we assumed this to be a "scam". Even the VIN# he/she gave us turned out to be bogus after checking it out with the DMV in Nashville, Tennessee, where we believe this scam originated from. The address Mrs. Crown gave us where she resided turned out to be an established business and after talking to the owner he informed me that he never heard of her.
We tried many times to contact this Michael individual and Mrs. Crown since March 3, 2016 by the phone and email information they gave us but to no avail. The emails we send them are being received and do not come back "undeliverable" by celerity mail. The pictures of the truck I took off the internet has since been removed from Craigslist, but I have some very pertinent information as well as the pictures of the truck if requested for.
Thank you for your kind attention and consideration towards this matter.
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Private1567541324
Victim Location 95348
Total money lost $2,500
Type of a scam Online Purchase
A person was selling their car that sounded too good to be true. They said they just got into a divorce, which was used to bait us into them selling their vehicle for cheap price. If you call them, they will pick up, but once you have a question regarding when an order will arrive and considering whether you are a buyer or seller, they will hang up on you right away.
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Private1567543724
Victim Location 42553
Total money lost $2,500
Type of a scam Online Purchase
I went to purchase a 2004 acura and paid for it. The car never showed up.
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Private1567535630
Victim Location 15213
Type of a scam Other
Consumer was contacted by "Dedrick Garner" at 866-769-1507. She was told by Dedrick that he is an agent from Ebay Motors, selling a care on behalf of a active military member. The consumer was told to send $2500 through Money gram. The consumer contacted Ebay and was told that Dedrick is not an agent for them, and they do not process payments through Money gram.
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Private1567552432
Victim Location 92316
Total money lost $1,500
Type of a scam Fake Invoice/Supplier Bill
January 03, 2016 I saw a post on crigslist for a 2005 Nissian Altima 2.5 for $1500. I responsed to the post requesting more information Rebecca Hills email me back on gmail. Rebecca's email address [email protected]. Rebecca Hill's also send me an email stating if I was interested in purchasing her sons 2005 Nissan Altima 2.5 slit wou!d be $1500. Rebecca Hills send me an invoice stating To go and get 3 ebay gift cards for $500 each in total of $1500. To contact eBay motors to pay payment along with the receipt of proof of purchase. Well I got 3 gift cards of $500 with eBay. Send eBay motors 3 photo of all three cards along with receipt. Mean time Rebecca sends me another email with a an invoice though EBay motors stating car is payed in full pending payment. Which would be made as soon as I sent a confirmation email to eBay motors letting eBay I'm know either im keeping or sending it back to seller. Well I never received the car. Ebay send me an email stating my shipment been placed on hold , do to insurance and shipping fees of $1000. Which I had know knowledge of. So I emailed Rebecca requesting a refund of $1500.00 due to not having $1000 for Insurance and shipping fees. A few minutes later Rebecca emails me stating She'll pay $500 of $1000. So I stated even $500 I won't be able to come up with due to financial issues. So at this time would like a refund. I get no response from either Rebecca Hills or eBay motors its going on3 days already. Yesterday I contacted eBay motors and they had no knowledge or recorded of any transaction which so ever.
Victim Location 26032
Total money lost $1,000
Type of a scam Online Purchase
There is an ad on Craigslist advertising a 2002 acrua TL with 70,000 miles on it but ITS NOT REAL.
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Private1567557853
Victim Location 72204
Total money lost $3,000
Type of a scam Counterfeit Product
Saw vehicle on Craigslist inquired about it with the info provided . Was sent email from eBay Motors with instructions on how to purchase vehicle. Bought the instructed eBay gift cards. Was supposed to receive vehicle in 3 days. When car didn't arrive I call the customer service number provided and gave invoice order and was hung up on. Now no one answers that number. It just continues to ring. So I am out 3,000 dollars.
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Private1567536370
Victim Location 92553
Total money lost $2,000
Type of a scam Online Purchase
I found precisely the used vehicle that I desired to buy at the lowest price possible. The owner said she was soon to deploy overseas and did not want to pay storage fees for her SUV. She had ten days to sell and would arrange shipment through military transport. If I was interested she would contact middleman Vehicle Protection Program who would arrange escrow payment terms to protect buyer and seller. I was contacted by email with purchase instructions that involved Bitcoin purchase in the amount of vehicle cost of funds. Funds would be transferred once vehicle was in shipment stage. I had problems with the Bitcoin machine and was instructed to buy eBay Gift cards, scratch off code and send photo-copy of receipt and cards by email. There is where I lost my $*** dollars since both the ID # of the cards and the scratch-off code number were on the photocopy that I sent. My next email from Ebay Motors stated that an unknown Tax and added Insurance fee for Oregon car sales to out-of-state destinations had to be paid by car owner and that my $2000 would be delivered to my home where the auto was to be shipped. No cashiers check arrived within 72 hours as stated and the middle-man, as well as sellar, quit answering my attempts to call or email. Both FBI and FTC did not respond to my filing of a complaint. My Senate (Richard Roth) Field Representative (Altie Holcomb) could only offer phone numbers to Consumer Affairs. That office gave phone numbers to Better Business Burael, the Attorney General, and a Legal Service that would assist in the filing of a Small Claims case in Municipal Court.
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Private1567534820
Victim Location 27509
Type of a scam Fake Invoice/Supplier Bill
I was looking online to buy a car, and i saw a Tacoma and i send her i message for more inf... She told me that she need to sell fast because she was going to the army thats why it was so cheap and because she was leaving eBay was going to do everything for her and after i receive the truck eBay was going to hold the money until i test the car and i decide if im going to keep it... But i wasn't sure so i search in the internet how eBay works and that's how i find out...
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Private1567533703
Victim Location 07036
Total money lost $1,000
Type of a scam Credit Cards
I was trying to purchase a vehicle via Craigs List that sent me to eBay Motors who then advised me to forward payment monies to them using green dot cards to purchase a 2004 Nissan Maxima SE. After doing so they provided me with a receipt that was stamped paid. Approximately 2 hrs later they said I needed to send more money to insure the vehicle of which upon delivery I would get the money back in cash. At that point I knew I was scammed. I immediately contacted green dot and the representative informed me thst tge funds were used to make purchases at amazon. I notified the local authorities.
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Private1567539065
Victim Location 27253
Total money lost $35
Type of a scam Fake Invoice/Supplier Bill
Military Logistics Department.Car for sale $1500 leaving out of country for one year and don't want to pay storage and insurance.I sent $30 for storage fees on November 21,2017.I want my money back.
Type of a scam Online Purchase
Following is the nature of the e-mail:
I really appreciate your interest in purchasing the jeep and I would like to clarify some things 1st of all. I wold like to speak on the phone with you is much easy for me but i have a surgery at mouth and i can't speak for few week. The thing is I'm selling this jeep because my husband passed away not long ago (he was very sick) and and this jeep too much for me and that's the reason why I want to sell it asap I have lot to do...I along with my daughter decided to sell the house and we moved to my parents in Topeka, KS trying to start a new life. The jeep is already at the shipping company ready for delivery. The jeep is there already because someone agreed to buy it, but in the end he never got the loan. For this reason, the shipping is already paid. I will use eBay in this transaction for our protection. If you are not aware of this program, you should know that they will secure your funds and they will allow you to test drive and inspect the jeep before any funds are released to me. The inspection period will be set to 5 days and I think is enough for you to make a decision about the jeep. If you won`t like my car for some reason, you notify eBay and you send the jeep back on my expense. But I assure you it won't be the case. If you want to continue the purchase, please reply with your full name for bill of sale, delivery address for shipping and phone number so I can start the transaction with eBay and ask them to send you the terms of this transaction ( with no further obligation or fees).
Waiting for your reply. Tracey Cuming [email protected]
Type of a scam Online Purchase
We contacted the seller to buy a 2006 Dodge Ram for $2000. He claimed that he was being deployed to Iraq and needed to sell quickly, the reason for the low price. He said we would complete the transaction through eBay's vehicle purchase protection program and the vehicle would be shipped free through DAS. I received an email through eBay instructing us to purchase prepaid Vanilla Visa cards and to put $500 on each four cards. Then we were to email the numbers and security codes of cards along with pics of the receipts. Once received the vehicle would be shipped to us. I researched to see if this was a scam and it appears to be one. I tried to find this transaction in my eBay account and it does not exist.
Total money lost $12,700
Type of a scam Online Purchase
RESPONDED TO CRAIGSLIST AD FOR A FORKLIFT. RECEIVED AN EMAIL FROM A MAN NAMED JOSEPH ***) STATING THAT THE SALE OF THE FORKLIFT WAS BEING HANDLED BY A CONSIGNMENT COMPANY NAMED TOTAL AUTO DEPOT. HE SENT US 2 FORMS OF ID & ALL THE PAPERWORK LOOKED LEGIT. WE RESEARCHED THE COMPANY AND FOUND THEIR WEBSITE TO APPEAR LEGIT & FOUND ALL KINDS OF GREAT REVIEWS ON THEIR WEBSITE. WE GOOGLED THEM ALSO & FOUND ALL KINDS OF GOOD REVIEWS FOR THEM. WE EVEN CHECKED THE ScamPulse.com WEBSITE FOR THIS COMPANY FOR ANY NEGATIVE REVIEWS & FOUND NOTHING. SO WE PROCEEDED WITH THE TRANSACTION. WE REGISTERED WITH THE COMPANY & WERE GIVEN THE WIRING INSTRUCTIONS. WE WIRED THE MONEY TO THEIR US BANK ACCOUNT. WE RECEIVED A CONFIRMATION STATING THAT THE DELIVERY OF THE FORKLIFT WOULD BE IN 3 DAYS. THE DAY THAT IT WAS SUPPOSED TO BE DELIVERED, WE RECEIVED AN EMAIL STATING THAT THE TRANSPORT VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN AN ACCIDENT & DELIVERY WAS RESCHEDULED FOR THE NEXT DAY. THEN THE NEXT DAY WE RECEIVED AN EMAIL STATING THAT AFTER THEIR INSURANCE COMPANY LOOKED OVER EVERYTHING THEY DEEMED THE FORKLIFT NOT SELLABLE DUE TO THE DAMAGE FROM THE ACCIDENT, THAT THEY WERE REFUNDING US THE MONEY IN 1-5 BUSINESS DAYS. I TRIED CONTACTING THEM AFTER THIS TO GET SOME SORT OF CONFIRMATION THAT WE WOULD BE RECEIVING THE REFUND & EVERY TIME I CALLED THE PHONE RANG 3 TIMES & THEN WENT TO A BUSY SIGNAL. I TRIED EMAILING THEM, NO RESPONSE. I WENT TO THE BANK TO REVERSE THE WIRE SINCE WE WERE NOT ABLE TO REACH THEM & OUR BANK SENT THE REVERSAL, BUT THE MONEY IN THEIR ACCOUNT W[censored]D OUT ALREADY.
Scammer's website www.shiftautobrokers.com
Scammer's address 3221 W Big Beaver Road Troy, Michigan 48084
Scammer's email [email protected]
Country United States
Type of a scam Online Purchase
Initial means of contact Email
I agreed to buy a car, Shift Auto Brokers was to broker the deal. I paid for the car via a wire to a bank account, and Shift was to ship the car to my address. I was to have 7 days to inspect the car, then Shift would finalize the deal. We signed contracts, communicated via email, they kept me updated on the shipping of the car. But the car never arrived. Since the delivery date, Shift doesn't answer the phone. Shift doesn't respond to emails. There is no way to contact them, although they recently updated their website. They have an address, but the Better Business Bureau reports mail sent to that address is returned as undeliverable. Other victims have visited the address and report there is no car dealership at that location. They have no state business license on file with Michigan. Based on my experience, I believe it is a scam website.
There is also a car dealership called Shift.com. It doesn't appear to be the same company. I believe many of the positive comments for Shift Auto Brokers of Troy Mi are actually for Shift.com, but somehow they are ending up on Shift Auto Brokers review website. Your website is enabling these scammers.
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Niegel Donovan
• Jun 20, 2020
Strongly recommend this company! I wanted to purchase a used Honda Fit, and had my heart set on a rare color and specific year. I found one that matched on Craigslist, but they were outside of SF and weren't willing to meet me at my mechanic for an inspection. No local dealers had what I wanted... I found SHIFT Auto Brokers and test drove a Fit they had listed. The test drive process was effortless (scheduled day of and they came right to my house, and zero pushiness, since they aren't commission based). But that Fit wasn't a perfect fit, so I held out. A few days later I checked the LA inventory on SHIFT Auto Brokers's website and TA-DA - my perfect Fit was there! I called them and they said they were able to ship the car up to SF to have me test drive it. Less than a week later, it arrived, I test drove and loved it and now I have my dream car. The price was in line with similar options for local dealers - a bit more expensive than Craigslist options, but also way easier and a safer bet.
Every single employee I dealt with, in person or on the the phone was clear, kind and helpful. And with the five day, no questions asked return policy, I was glad to be able to take it to my trusted mechanic and make sure it checked out. Mostly it totally did - just a couple minor issues (nail in one tire... low oil) - and when I contacted SHIFT Auto Brokers to tell them, they reimbursed me for the cost of both the tire fix and oil change. Also a huge plus that they deal with all the DMV stuff and paperwork.
After years of only buying vehicles off of Craigslist, working with SHIFT Auto Brokers has been a far better experience. Don't have first hand experience with selling a car with them, but I whole-heartedly recommend them to anyone in the market for a new used car!
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Samuel Bates
• Jun 19, 2020
I am in NH. Sold a car to SHIFT Auto Brokers, picked up, checked out and sent off today. Couldn't have been easier to sell a car ... I got a full 50% more for it than a dealer trade offer.
Holly (who was great to deal with) picked it up in her super cool hauler named "Gronk" pictured below. Go Pats!
Minimal paperwork needed to close, paid by check on the spot.
One suggestion to SHIFT Auto Brokers... I got a text after I chose my pickup date / time that said I was sent an email w/details. Well there was no email... which was a little worrisome. Tried texting back to the roboSMS and then tried the website robo chat which had no idea what I was talking about. Suggestion, either actually send an email w details or have a way to see them in the website transaction.
Once Holly called me all was well, but that disconnect and inability to reach a rep is probably driving your negative reviews.
5* for me!
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Adrian Wellington
• Jun 19, 2020
After having a few issues with delivery service to my home I decided to head on down to the "vending machine" to pick up my new ride. For me the distance was manageable as the location was only 30 miles away.
I requested a date of 5/23/20 and time of 11:00 am for my pick up about a week in advance. (Filling out the paperwork online and getting approved was easy) I arrive about 15 minutes early and was immediately greeted by a SHIFT Auto Brokers advocate. He knew what car I was there for based on the timeframe. He made the process a breeze and talked me through it with great detail and professionalism. Although I had already signed most of the paperwork online there were a few DMV/REGISTRATION papers to fill out which took a few minutes.
Once all the paperwork was completed I was handed a coin to insert into the "vending machine" to retrieve my car. You can't really see the machine in action from the inside of the lobby but they do have a tv showing the process. The car is brought down and does a runway like walk towards and even makes a full 360 turn. Then the car enters a designated bay where you can go to meet it and inspect it.
After inspecting and approving it the keys are handed over and you're off! My particular vehicle had a few gifts inside from SHIFT Auto Brokers which was very thoughtful.
The whole process couldn't have been any easier and efficient. Thank you SHIFT Auto Brokers
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Peter Musso
• Jun 19, 2020
I've had an amazing experience we SHIFT Auto Brokers and I especially appreciate the customer service Lamarah Thibedeaux provided throughout the process. So first, as a young female professional I wanted to purchase a new car but I didn't want to go through the hassle of being pressured into a sale by a dealership. With the digit market growing now-a-days we have access to information online that we've never had before. I like to do my research and it paid off this time. Initially I read the negative reviews of SHIFT Auto Brokers and I was skeptical but when I came across my dream car, I decided to call SHIFT Auto Brokers to gather further information and it was all seamless from there. The initial sales representative provided me with the total rundown of the company, how the operate and what my sale would look like. As a New Yorker, I recognized I would be open to a larger market by purchasing my car online and was receiving a cheaper price then my local dealer. I especially appreciated the convenience of having my new vehicle shipped to my house. When I decided to move forward with the sale, paperwork was overnighted to me. I spent one day reviewing and then sent back. The nice the wire cleared for the remaining deposit, SHIFT Auto Brokers moved forward with having my vehicle shipped. Expected delivery is between 10-14 days and I received mine in 10! After I received my delivery I had a few questions and concerns. That's when Lamarah stepped in as my CS Representative. She was able to efficiently resolve my concerns and provided superior CS. I'm so happy and thankful I decided to purchase my new car through SHIFT Auto Brokers. They're service is impeccable throughout the whole process. The Company's business model is effective in today's digital world and has great potential for further growth! Job well done
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Robert T
• Jun 18, 2020
I recently purchased a 2012 Porsche 911 from SHIFT Auto Brokers and was beyond satisfied with the experience!
I found the car I bought on Autotrader and sent a message to check availability; Michael from SHIFT Auto Brokers responded less than 5 minutes later! Not only were his responses quick, they were always thorough and helpful. I asked dozens of questions and Michael was able to answer all of them without making me feel like an inconvenience. Since this was a long-distance, sight-unseen purchase for me I wasn't able to inspect the car the way as one normally would in-person. But the excellent photos on the the Southeast website were helpful in building the confidence to make the purchase. The last step before committing to purchase the car was arranging a pre-purchase inspection at a local dealership, which Michael had completed within 24 hours (impressive, given that this was just two days before Christmas). The inspection came back clean, and I sent Michael a reasonable deposit to hold the car until I could travel to Florida to pick it up.
A few days later I flew to Ft Lauderdale, and Michael had arranged for a car service to meet me at the airport and drive me to his building. When I arrived I was blown away by the car - it was just as pictured, no surprises! Rich's building is really clean and nice; he runs a tidy operation. All of the cars in his showroom were really nice too; he is very selective about what he sells. We took a short test drive, Michael filled the car with gas, then we went back to quickly finalize the paperwork and send me on my way back to Atlanta!
I would absolutely do business with SHIFT Auto Brokers and Michael again. If you are an out-of-town buyer, don't have any hesitation - Michael will take care of you!
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Katherine Mason
• Jun 18, 2020
Bought a car (27,000 miles 5 years old) sight unseen discovered on eBay and was naturally uneasy about the notion. Daniel was amazingly easy to work with and always available quickly. He answered all our questions, provided all requested additional photos, and video chatted to show details of car. We took a chance based off online reputation and Daniel's word: wired cash for car plus $800 to ship to our home. The car is beautiful, super clean, runs great, and we took it to our mechanic and it checks out; they recommended new windshield wiper blades! We also discovered 2 of the 3 cigarette lighter charging ports aren't working but still need to look further into it.
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Tom B
• Jun 18, 2020
SHIFT is the BEST used car dealership in any state! Alex, is " hands- on". He goes above and beyond to ensure his customers are happy! This dealership doesn't just sell you a car and then forget about you. The owner, Alex is an angel in disguise. When our car broke down, he brought it back to his dealership, had his mechanic fix the problem and charged the dealer's cost! But I'm not going to stop there...Alex then gave us a loaner vehicle to use while the car was being repaired! WHAT OTHER USED CAR DEALERSHIP DOES THIS? And...what owner has this much concern about his customers?
I LOVE SHIFT! We've purchased 3 cars here...Buy your cars here...you'll NEVER go anywhere else!
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Christopher Ballart
• Jun 18, 2020
I was looking to sell my 2015 Nissan Rogue and Shift Auto Brokers gave me the best offer compared to three local car dealers, who we're also interested in buying my car. Mike inspected the car and then walked me through the process. After completing the inspection he presented me with an offer that was lower than the highest car dealer. I mentioned the amount the car dealer had offered me and also showed him the written offer of all the dealer. Mike contacted the head office and send them the highest bidders offer. Within minutes he received a counter offer that was slightly higher than the highest SD car dealers offer. I accepted and it took no more than 15 minutes to transfer the title and to receive the payment to my bank. Mike did an excellent job and made it easy!
I wire transferred far too much money. They claimed to have never received the transfer. Then they promised the car a week later. But the car doesn't show up. And now they don't respond to emails, texts, phone calls. Beware they are trading on the good name of SHift.com.
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Myhre Opin
• Jun 20, 2020
ShiftAutoBrokers.com, I believe it is a scam website. My experience was similar. File a complaint with the FBI Internet Crime Center. We can put these guys in jail.
https://complaint.ic3.gov/default.aspx
Myhre Opin
• Jun 16, 2020
They took my money, never delivered the car. Better Business Bureau reports their address is bogus. Once they had my money, they stopped responding to emails and they don't answer the phone. I suspect all the positive comments is probably one guy doing online marketing.
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frisbeespider
• Jun 21, 2020
I have complained to the IC3. I also complained to [email protected] their ISP to try to get them off the web.
Myhre Opin
• Jun 18, 2020
To be clear, "they" would be ShiftAutoBrokers.com of Troy MI.
Not Shift.com of California and Oregon.
Paul Gould
• Jun 16, 2020
Andrew has done it again! I cannot believe this amazing man hasn't built an empire of service centers yet, but I'm glad he hasn't. The second I walked up he recognized me and knew it was time for my oil change. I told him I was moving and doing a long drive, and he said he'd check everything to make sure I was A-OK. You know that a business owner is honest when you give them the perfect setting to upsell you, and they don't. He told me my car was ready to go, and gave me a timeline for things that may need to be checked in the future.
I don't care if your husband, mother or neighbor's uncle does all your repairs and maintenance in the driveway, give SHIFT Auto Brokers Auto + Tires a visit and you'll be a regular for sure.
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Myhre Opin
• Jun 16, 2020
This review is not for Shift Auto Brokers of Troy Michigan, but rather Shift Auto + Tires in California.
Albert Caron
• Jun 15, 2020
I am posting a review as a seller of my car to SHIFT Auto Brokers. I had already bought my new car and needed to sell in one weekend so sought out as many quotes as I could the week before. I got quotes from CarMax, Carvana, Vroom, Driveo and SHIFT Auto Brokers (with BeatCarMaxOffers.com as a backup to try and get more than CarMax). It really doesn't matter who you sell it to, so everyone should go with the highest firm offer (thumbs down to Vroom who made a ridiculously low offer, I believe they primarily seek out only high end cars). SHIFT Auto Brokers provided a quote that was higher than everyone so I made an appointment for them to have first dibs. Before confirming the appointment I had made, they asked me to provide a picture of the vin number and then next day spoke to me on the phone about the car, and increased the quote by $100. SHIFT Auto Brokers used to be a consignment service (you lend them your car for them to sell it and they take a commission) but not anymore, as they adopted the Carvana model on a smaller scale (they buy from you and sell it direct to another buyer). Some of their bad reviews may have come from when they were a consignment seller, so those reviews should be disregarded.
The concierge Anthony met me right on time for the appointment (coming in a Lyft) at my apartment parking lot, did a thorough evaluation of the car, then went with me on a test drive and came with an offer with reasonable deductions from the initial price. There was no bait and switch, they worked right off the quoted price and made a few reasonable deductions. I did keep my car in good condition for the 5+ years I had it so it does pay to maintain it well when selling it (and providing both key fobs). I agreed to the price, signed the pink slip and his ipad, provided my banking information and was advised I would have the money deposited in a few days. There was a $100 bonus for selling them the car on their first visit. He drove off with my car and I received copies of the contract by email.
In the contract there is a 24 hour waiting period where they inspect the car at their base for any frame damage, title issues, rust and major mechanical problems (and unresolved safety recalls) before releasing the funds to you, so if you try and hide something serious they can return the car to you and void the deal. The next day I received an email saying the funds are being released and all is good.
That was easy as it gets. Kudos to Anthony who was very professional and his back-office support staff that made the whole process take only about 90 minutes. Sure beats me having to drive the car somewhere, then waiting and Ubering back after the sale. And yes I did get paid the agreed upon amount into my bank account on the second business day.
I would recommend them to everyone as a potential alternative to Carmax and Carvana. SHIFT Auto Brokers is a business that acts with integrity to car sellers and presumably does the same to buyers. The used car market is a huge business, and the more competition we have the better.
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Sue Robertson
• Jun 15, 2020
Michael was a very knowledgeable and professional concierge. Really helped handle all the questions and policies during the process. Quick, seamless and overall great experience during finance. Thanks to Melanie and Michael for making my car searching a great experience!
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rassersn
• Jun 15, 2020
Hi Sue, I have bought a car through Shift Auto Brokers. However, it has not arrived. Would you mind emailing me on [email protected] to confirm that this is not a scam?
Peter Kent
• Jun 14, 2020
I have been looking for a car for 6 months. I found SHIFT Auto Brokers and had the easiest, smoothest, up front and detailed transaction in buying my car. Especially for COVID-19 still being present. I got to test drive in a Thursday, and Andrew, personally dropped off my Land Rover Supercharged so professionally. Was such VIP service they offer. Andrew definitely made the experience a 5 star. High quality communication in making the process so easy. He was extremely cautious with a mask and gloves on honoring COVID-19 and truly blew me away. I would 1000% recommend SHIFT Auto Brokers to anyone buying a reliable, cost effective, long term or short term car.
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Myhre Opin
• Jun 16, 2020
Hi Peter. How did you visit Shift Autobrokers when their address is an office building, the tenants of which have never heard of them? Everyone, Google street view their address.
David Alexander
• Jun 14, 2020
Daniel helped my son buy his new car, which was a purchase he'd saved a long time for. He was patient and kind with every question, and put us at ease at every turn. The car is exactly what my son wanted and Jeff made it happen for us today. Thank you!
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Sanghamitra Kalita
• Jun 13, 2020
Definitely a scam. Still waiting for our car. Nobody answering phones. Beware.
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rassersn
• Jun 15, 2020
Hi Sanghamitra Kalita,
I have the exact same experience as you! This is wrong!
Richard Carrigan
• Jun 13, 2020
My experience with Shift was great!
I'm rebuilding credit, so I figured that a service which sells pre-owned cars and can handling financing in one place would be better than getting rejected from dealerships after getting my hopes up or dealing with sales people.
I was in the market for my first EV, and I found some good vehicles that I liked, and read the CARFAX reports for all of them. There were also helpful pictures for cars which had damage. I kept changing my mind after realizing that some of the lower-range vehicles were just not going to work for me, and I'm new to EVs so the more I researched, the more I realized I had to get way more range. I really wanted the eGolf, but their eGolfs were 2015 and 2016 variants with only an 83 mile range. Realizing that this wasn't gonna work, I looked for higher-range cars.
They had a very clean Nissan LEAF for sale in the color I wanted, 9k miles, one prior owner, for a good price--and I arranged a test-drive. I also secured financing for a decent rate despite my not-great credit. This process was exceedingly painless.
The concierge came out on time to my home with the LEAF and I test-drove it. We headed to a fast-charger station in case I decided not to buy it and the Concierge had to drive back. As I charged up, we inspected the car (clean) and started on paperwork after I agreed to purchase. The Concierge went over some features, but I already knew a lot about the car (I don't buy cars without researching them). I wired the money over for my down payment, signed a few electronic forms on an iPad and that was it. Best car-buying experience of my life, and no haggling. I'm a tech-savvy professional, so this whole process made perfect sense to me, and Tesla is mostly online-only now too. So, this seems to be where things are heading, and I'm all for it.
Yes, Shift charges for this service but I'd expect that. The convenience and time-saved was worth it, not to mention avoiding aggravation with sales-shenanigans or dealing with endless inquiries and rejections due to my recovering credit.
All in all, the 2018 LEAF is fantastic, Shift.com made things easy and painless, and I'd do it again. Their financing department was very responsive and worked with me and my changing interests as I learned more about EVs, and they even refunded the deposit I left on a different car (thank you). They didn't have to, but they did.
The car was clean and there was no damage (as-advertised) with the options mentioned in the ad (quick-charge option). All accessories were included, along with an extra key, all manuals, EVSE cables and adaptors, etc.
I'm enjoying my first EV and building my credit with a very reasonable rate...all thanks to Shift. No wasted time, no dealership shenanigans, no humiliating credit rejections on-site...just a streamlined process which makes a whole lot of sense in 2020.
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Walter Terrence
• Jun 13, 2020
My review of SHIFT Auto Brokers comes from the standpoint of selling my vehicle to SHIFT Auto Brokers.
I had a pleasant experience selling my vehicle to SHIFT Auto Brokers. I got my initial estimate online, and based on doing some of my own research, I decided the asking price was fair. Thus I scheduled the appointment to have someone from SHIFT Auto Brokers check out the car and possibly do the transaction. It helps that they tell you exactly what to be prepared with in advance to make the possible transaction smoother.
Everything was pretty straightforward and smooth.
- The person from SHIFT Auto Brokers came on time.
- He inspected the car closely and took it for a short test drive.
- He gave me the 2 legitimate reasons for a slight ding to the max estimate.
- He gave me an updated offer on the spot, which I took.
- The paperwork process was smooth.
- The only hangup we had was due to technology not cooperating. To make the story short, we hit a snag with electronic wire transfer, so we arranged for a check to be sent to me, which arrived safely.
In sum, because of the smoothness of transaction and the fair asking price for my vehicle, my experience selling my vehicle to SHIFT Auto Brokers was a positive one.
Could I have gotten more selling as a private party? Maybe. However, the zero-headache of my experience outweighed the little money I might have left on the table.
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Ernest Proust
• Jun 12, 2020
You could not ask for a more smoother transaction, bing bam boom it was done and I was on my way in my new Jaguar. Melanie and Daniel went above and beyond to get me in and out with the best deal. The atmosphere was clean and protection was worn at all times making for the least contact.
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Robert Binder
• Jun 11, 2020
Amazing! Best car buying experience I've ever had! I have boughten many cars in my history and this was the smoothest and best experience.
I picked out the car on the app and scheduled a text drive for them to come to my house. They followed up with me on my trade in and I submitted my car online and it only took about 5 minutes and got an instant quote. I will say the only negative comment I have was upon inspection they took off $400 for some body damage but it's ok because they gave me $500 credit on the purchase of the new car.
They were on time in face a little early for the test drive and the whole process took about an hour. This is nothing compared to the misery of walking on to a dealers lot and getting hit up and sold on a car you know nothing about and then haggling over price and then sitting for hours as they print the miles of paper work on a 1974 printer. None of that necessary as it was all done digitally. I literally just electronically transferred funds using the link they sent and it was flawless and painless. The SHIFT Auto Brokers employees that showed up at my house were really great guys and I felt very comfortable with them. I had two only because one drove the truck I was buying the other was the one dealing with my trade in.
Honestly I don't feel like all these negative reviews were very warranted which is why I chose to ignore them and I'm glad I did. I have such a peace of mind with my new truck. I highly recommend SHIFT Auto Brokers to everyone!
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Daniel Willbur
• Jun 09, 2020
I purchased a 2016 Accord coupe touring for about $16K from Shift. At first when I saw the deal I had thought it was too good to be true as the KBB value was around $21K around the time of purchase. The experience I had in person was not the greatest, it felt as though the employees were very rushed and felt I wasn't given much attention (clearly because I was intent on buying on the spot). I was offered $4500 for my 2009 Accord LX with 110K miles to which I declined.
I had the car inspected at 3 Honda dealerships and my personal mechanics, the car had checked out overall as a solid purchase. My mechanic was shocked to hear how much I had paid for the car, he assured me I made a good purchase. I was not recommended any services to be done at the time by any mechanic.
SHIFT Auto Brokersis able to sell cars for a low price because they do cut a few corners when it comes to maintaining the car. The car was extremely dirty on the outside and in the engine bay, the battery was basically dead a week after purchase, the car was missing an engine cover. However, they are quick to reimburse you for any issues you may have with the car as long as you can point them out. Make sure to speak up with any complaints, they do listen and will solve the problem!
At the moment I have an ongoing issue with the noisy struts of the vehicle, but that was to be expected with the mileage of the car. The issue appeared to be very common with the touring model due to the adaptive dampers. SHIFT Auto Brokers has been very helpful in partially reimbursing me for this wear item even when I had accepted that it would be primarily out of my own pocket. I am 3 months into my purchase and I would wholeheartedly recommend this dealership to friends and family.
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John B.
• May 25, 2020
As someone who has worked in Management in another service industry most of my life, I tend to have high expectations , especially when making large purchases. During this historical, surreal, at times intense era of COVID-19, it was difficult to picture what my experience would be in purchasing a new vehicle. I would certainly not have done so if it weren't for the fact that my lease on previous car was ending, and I did not like the unwavering terms given for purchasing it. I waited til the last minute, yet came across SHIFT when I simply googled the specs of different cars I was looking for ( mainly electric or hybrid or a mix. From my first phone encounter with VICTOR, my indecisiveness did not deter him in any way, and he was very genuine and answered the too many questions I had with patience and solutions.
When I finally decided on my car, the process was seamless, efficient and friendly . GREGORY delivered my car to my previous lessor (I decided to drop off my old lease while picking up my new beauty, to save time and not burden friends to potential exposure by having to pick me up ). The process woulda taken about 29 min if it weren't for the incompetence of the lease manager at the lot where I was trying to return my old car ( thus it took 1.5 hours). Gregory was informative, sincere, easy to talk to, patient , and did everything to ensure my satisfaction. He transacted via a tablet, which cut down any bs paperwork that I had originally anticipated.
SHIFT apparently puts the buying EXPERIENCE at the forefront of their business model, and I highly recommend Shift /Whittier for your next car-buying trip.
John B ( Los Angeles).
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Thomas West
• May 25, 2020
After some shady experiences on Craigslist, I decided to look for a pre-owned car from a dealership. I didn't feel comfortable with many of the used car dealers I had researched but I found Shift Auto Broker of Troy Michigan and was immediately into the fact that they have the inspection of each car listed on the website, so you can see any issues with a vehicle beforehand. Also its great to have the free Carfax report. Felt like all the cars were solid and reasonably priced. Had been looking for a car for a while and because of Coronavirus quarantine decided to try out their no-contact test drive. Daniel was our concierge and he was fantastic. Super nice, no pressure. It was raining so he hung out on our porch while I inspected and test drove the vehicle. We did the bank transfer and the paperwork on the spot and I bought the car (2006 Porsche 911 Carrera S). All in the prices are just a little bit lower than blue book but the quality is as high as it can get. Just to be safe I took it to my mechanic the day after I bought it (you have 7 days to return it and get refunded in full). My mechanic said the car looked really good and he give me the OK.
An overall great buying experience and I recommend this guys too any of my friends!
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James McDowell
• May 21, 2020
Seamless, hassle free and enjoyable experience buying my car with SHIFT Auto Brokers Michigan. They're super responsive and communicate very well at all times. Great transparency and amazing folks who are very helpful at all times. Would honestly recommend this to all.
I have never written a review for any business in the past, but SHIFT Auto Brokers completely deserves this. Thanks again you guys!
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NotTODAY
• May 21, 2020
Sister company of S E Motors Group. Their fake user accounts circlejerk each other with reviews on Google, Facebook, the works in order to make them look legitimate. Ask for maintenance papers on cars, they can't provide them. Look at the receiving party in the wire, phoney. The workers on their website are stock profile pictures of white people but they sure don't talk the talk. Look at Google Maps, empty office lot. Ask the realtor, the office spaces are open and ready for lease! Stay the **** away!
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Stephen Burton
• May 18, 2020
I am unbelievably happy with Shift Auto Brokers! This is such a precarious time to purchase a car but SHIFT made it super easy. They came to my house with my dream car (sporty, low miles, well maintained, great gas mileage, and under 10,500) and I took it for a test run.
I fell in love with the car but I was short the 20% down payment and SHIFT made it happen! I started off with 9% (I have not the best credit) and Shift got me 10% with less than half the down payment!
Andrew was helpful and friendly and I am absolutely in love with my car and the process was easy!
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Zoltan Naghy
• May 12, 2020
I recently sold a car to SHIFT Auto Brokers. They were one of three businesses I requested a price from. SHIFT Auto Brokers came in with the the best offer. Second was Carvana at 8% less and finally Carmax, which was the worst of the bunch at 12% below SHIFT Auto Brokers. So yeah, the money was great. But the process of actually selling was a bit of a pain and somewhat convoluted.
This is how my experience unfolded: I filled in all of the car details online and within seconds received my offer. After I accepted, I received an email saying that they would FedEx me a packet containing all of the documents I'd need to make the transfer to SHIFT Auto Brokers. I received the FedEx on a Friday at around 13:00pm. I opened it, reviewed the documents and put it aside to fill out later. I then got an email at 430pm saying if the documents weren't sent back THAT DAY the deal was going to be canceled.
I understand their eagerness to get the deal done, I had the same desire actually. But to give no advance notice about when the documents were required, and such short notice to inform you of the impending cancellation was a bit disappointing. What if I was traveling? What if I was stuck in a meeting? They seemingly gave no thought to the notion that people may be occupied and not able to review and sign documents and then run out to FedEx.
I called up and said I wasn't sure if I can get the documents out since it was so late in the day (remember, I just received everything a few hours earlier). They said that if I could get it out that night or even the next morning, it would be fine. Luckily, after some schedule adjustments, I was able to get there that night and everything went out fine.
After the weekend, I received a confirmation Monday morning saying that they got everything and that the deal was moving forward. The next step was for them to find a transportation company to take my car wherever it was going. I was told it would take up to 10 business days for them to find somebody and they would let me know when it was all set up. The only requirement for my part was to receive a bill of lading from the driver.
Two days later, with no warning, I received a call at 7 in the morning from the SHIFT Auto Brokers pickup company. Yes, 7 in the morning. The gist of the conversation was "hey buddy, I'm outside with my truck, can you come outside, take out your stuff, take off your plates, and hand me the keys so I can get going"?
Due to my extremely tight schedule with work and getting kids ready for school, I told him I was not able to do that. I also told him that nobody called me from SHIFT Auto Brokers to let me know that he was arriving, so his arrival surprised me and caught me off guard. If they had given me some advanced notice and the courtesy of knowing what was up, I would have done all of the prep work the previous day. As it turned out, both the driver and myself were inconvenienced by SHIFT Auto Brokers HQ's lackluster transaction management.
Anyway, I was able to return later in the morning and at that point the pickup was pretty seamless. Until I asked for the bill of lading that is. The driver didn't have a copy for me, just a sheet he was sent regarding the pickup and he didn't want to sign it or hand it over. He said he needed it, which I understood. However, I'm not giving up my car without receiving documentation. That's just ridiculous. At that point he agreed to sign off but he wouldn't give the document. He told me to take a photo of the document, which seemed like a decent compromise, and worked for what I needed, though it didn't seem very professional in my opinion.
I immediately sent over the photo of the bill of lading to SHIFT Auto Brokers to show them that the car was picked up. I also asked them at the time if the transfer paperwork has been processed and if it was okay to cancel my insurance. This was around 10:30 am on a Wednesday. I was surprised that I didn't get a reply the entire day. I followed up the next morning and asked the same questions. Again, no reply the entire day. At this point I was little annoyed because they basically took my car and nobody would confirm if the transaction was completed or not. On the third day I decided to give them a call. After a short time on hold I was told that, yes the transaction was completed and that I was free to cancel the insurance.
Why it took three days to accomplish is unclear to me. I have to say though, sitting around with no car and no verification of our completed transaction was not the most reassuring feeling. Along with the unrealistic and uncommunicated document deadline and the uncommunicated pick up details, it's safe to say that there are definitely areas where SHIFT Auto Brokers could improve its customer service.
In the end though, the car was successfully sold and they paid the most money! That's the real reason for my four star review. All the customer service imperfections we're less than ideal, but money talks.
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Zoltan Naghy
• May 12, 2020
Contacted Michael @ SHIFT AUTO BROKERS auto around 11pm one night regarding their BMW M3 they had just listed for sale not expecting to hear anything back until the morning. Just a few minutes later I got a text back from Michael who I spoke with for well over an hour regarding the purchase of the car and going over the details of my trade. I was blown away by the professionalism and accuracy of the entire deal from start to finish.The following day I started Michael up nice and early requesting tons of pictures, videos, documentation, history, previous owners etc. Again without hesitation he got everything I wanted to me in very short order. This was hands down probably one of the best car buying experiences I have ever had with an out of state dealer. To be able to trust someone with a 55k dollar car purchase without ever meeting them is really taking a leap of faith, but what I can say is anyone who is considering purchasing a car from SHIFT auto will be very happy.
After all the paperwork was done, wire was completed, and details were ironed out came the shipping and waiting game. The shipping company they used got my car from Troy MI to central NJ in less than 48hours. When the car arrived and I looked it over for the first time the car was literally brand new, flawless Fully Detailed, and in even better condition than Michael had described to me. To go even a step further I made an appointment with BMW just to double check everything and give the car a once over, the dealers report on the car came back perfect.
I would highly recommend this dealer to a family member or anyone I know who is looking for a pristine specialty vehicle. SHIFT auto is trustworthy, easy going, professional and pays very close attention to detail.
Thank you guys again for making this experience great !
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Sheilajlozano
• Jun 20, 2020
6/19/20 - Same exact experience down to the story about her son dying in a bike accident. Got the invoice and definitely did not think buying with gift cards was legit. Did some research and found that it is not an accepted form of payment at check out on eBay.
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Private1567539014
Victim Location 11234
Type of a scam Online Purchase
I saw an offer for a car on letgo.com and replied to it. The seller did not want to go through letgo and asked to be contacted via email: [email protected].
I inquired about the auto and received the following email:
"Hi,
I have received your email regarding the 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee Overland . The SUV has 91,000 miles 5.3L liter V8.engine. The SUV is in perfect SUV with clear title, no accidents, no liens or loans and it has just been completely serviced. The engine runs very good and the automatic transmission shifts perfectly. The price for the SUV is $1.500 (including delivery and handling to your address). I'm selling this SUV because my child of only 26 years died 2 months ago in a bike accident, the SUV belonged to my son and it brings me bad memories and that's the reason I want to sell it. Me and my husband travel a lot with our business and we want to make this deal through eBay Motors (Buyer Protection Program), so if you're interested in purchasing the SUV just reply me your full name, full address, phone number and email address so I can notify eBay. Once that is done, they will contact you in the next 12 hours to explain the entire procedure.
Here you have pictures : https://www.ebayphotogallery.com/zdjecia/Galeria/10369250/1
I saw no harm in sharing my address and phone number, so I did and then I received this email in my spam folder
eBay Buyer Protection Order ID#:93011234
eBay Motors
3:05 PM (4 hours ago)
to me
eBay sent this message to *** ***
Your registered name is included to show this message originated from eBay.
eBay Buyer Protection Order ID#:93011234
Dear *** ***
You are receiving this e-mail because Patricia Wilson, has selected eBay Buyer Protection to handle a secure online transaction with you.
Item Title Estimated delivery Quantity Insurance Price
2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee Overland 2-3 days 1 Yes $1,500.00
Deposit: $1,500.00
Shipping and handling: $0.00
Total: $1,500.00
Seller Buyer
Name: Patricia Wilson
Address: 51 Drive.
City: Offutt AFB
State: NE
Zip Code: 68113
Country: United States
Name: *** ***
Address: *** * *** **
City: BROOKLYN
State: NY
Zip Code: 11234
Country: United States
How to make the payment:
Payment must be submitted via eBay Gift Cards and can be purchased with cash at thousands of stores nationwide.
eBay Gift Cards uses the latest in data encryption and anti-fraud technology to keep your information secure, reducing the risk of online fraud. Using eBay Gift Cards you are 100% protected in this transaction and have 7 days inspection period before committing to buy the item.
For security reasons the eBay Gift Cards needs to be completed in person with cash at any CVS Pharmacy, Rite Aid, 7-Eleven, Walgreens, Dollar General, Family Dollar, Walmart, Sheetz, Valero, Office Depot, Circle K and anywhere you see the eBay Gift Cards sign. The cashier will collect your cash and load it onto the eBay Gift Cards.
You can add only up to $500.00 onto a eBay Gift Cards. For your purchase you need to buy as many cards as you need in order to complete the total price of the item.
"To confirm payment you must buy eBay Gift Cards worth $ 1,500."
Due to logistics reasons is possible that a retailer to not have as many cards of the same type that you need to complete the payment. In this case you can buy from several stores in order to reach the total amount you have to pay.
eBay Gift Cards are available at these retailers nationwide and many other stores.
Need Additional Assistance? Contact eBay/Customer service +(860) 506-5084
Payment confirmation: In order to confirm your payment please reply to this email with the scanned photos of the eBay Gift Cards which can be either scanned with a printer or in the form of a picture taken with a digital camera or phone. Make sure that you scan the front and the back of the cards and all the details are visible. We are waiting for your payment as soon as possible so we can start the shipping procedure.
How it works:
1. Buyer and seller agree to terms - Both parties agree to terms and conditions of the transaction which includes a description of the item sale price and 7 days for the buyer's inspection of the item. Any invoices that are not paid within 48 hours will expire and your item will no longer be reserved.
2. Buyer pays eBay - The buyer submits payment via eBay Gift Cards. Processing time for payments is less then 12 hours.
3. eBay ships the Item - Upon payment verification eBay starts the shipping process. eBay verifies that the buyer receives the item. The inspection period begins once the item is delivered.
To protect you against the risk of liability eBay holds the buyer's funds pursuant to the terms of the eBay Buyer Protection Program Policy and any other agreement entered between eBay and its customers. When payment is received it will be verified and secured into a non-interest bearing trust account. After payment is secured eBay ships the item to the buyer.
eBay's Payment Guarantee Policy is a unique benefit that offers you protection from unwarranted refunds allowing you to accept more high risk orders. For all eligible transactions we will completely reimburse you for any refunds resulting from claims of unauthorized purchases and non-receipt of goods.
Verify an order's eligibility
eBay sends an invoice to a buyer only after our Financial Department has verified all the following information:
paperwork of the vehicle, including ownership and clear title
seller's information ID and proof of address.
eBay Buyer Coverage
Buyers who pay for qualified physical goods using eBay are eligible for a coverage up to $50,000.00. eBay has built up a base of millions of satisfied customers over the years through an intense focus on being responsive to their concerns and acting quickly to resolve any outstanding problems. The vast majority of customers never need to use the A-to-Z Guarantee reimbursement program but for those who do the guarantee claim gives customers a greater sense of trust and confidence in shopping from the broad range of sellers.
Protection and refund:
Once the item is delivered the buyer has a seven (7) days inspection period. After the inspection period is over the buyer will contact eBay with the results of the inspection. If, for any reason the item does not pass the Buyer's inspection it will be returned to the seller on seller's expense and the funds will be returned to the buyer in full in less than 24 hours.
For safety reasons the payment details will be dealt with the utmost security and will not be handed to any third parties. eBay will be in full control of the funds as soon as it reaches our trust fund account, so we will be able to protect and guarantee your funds. Once the funds have been sent to our trust account, no one but the Buyer will have access to it. eBay will release the funds to the Seller only after the Buyer receives and agrees with the item.
Not satisfied with your item?
1. Contact the seller. If your item hasn't arrived or isn't as described, contact the seller first. Give him a chance to make things right for you.
2. Still not resolved? Get assistance from our Support Department. You can reach eBay Customer Support Center by replying to this email.
Our Customer Support Specialists are here to help. Just contact us if your item hasn't arrived or isn't as described and open a case.
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The ebay Buyer Protection Program accepts Paypal and credit/debit cards. Gift cards are untraceable. This is obviously a scam.
I tried to go to consultant.com, and wasn't able to. I hope nobody actually falls for this scam