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scam attempt with car sale

by sechuanec Contributor in Security and Fraud Archives
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I'm selling my car on Gumtree and was contacted about it via text messages, below is the last one. I got suspicious about someone not having a bank app so when start googling, exact same message was reported here in 2020 as well as a couple more with same principal. All of them are now archived so I'm posting this to bring the alert back online, in hope it will help someone.   Please read:   Sounds good to me & thank you for the information you have given. I've been able to make use of the registration number to check the past history of the car which I'm satisfied with & I'm more than happy to proceed on with the transaction.. Sadly, I won't be able to come for inspection, test drive & pay cash myself... I'm a disable man & I'm on a wheelchair... This is why I've asked questions about the condition of the vehicle. Also, If I can trust you with your words toward the details you have given about it & if I can make a transfer of the fund to you. I'll arrange pickup at your location after payment is made & cleared. The courier driver will pick up at your desired location to my daughter's home(Jennifer's home, 1st class Treatment With Trailer). I do not have online mobile banking app to bank transfer funds. This is why I've said I'll be able to make payment via paypal as I see Paypal payment to be the best, fast & secured means to make payment since I won't be there myself to pay cash. NOTE: The courier driver will on my behalf handle the title, change of ownership & all other necessary documents(SALES AGREEMENT). Also, we'll fill the document online via DVLA website. Kindly please get back to me with the below details to make payment to your account & I'll get the courier informed as well to prepare all necessary document. Details Needed For Paypal Payment: 1)Your name 2)Your paypal email address 3)Pickup location address ... View more
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