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Jan 29, 2008 | 10:47 PM

law1982

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Scammer on forum?

I was trying to sell my car on the classified thread and ran into a so called member that joined 2 days ago (1-27-2008). He claimed that he was interested in buying my car and we settelled on a cash price. He then requested the vin number of my car to provied for his bank, and this would enable him for a loan. Did not give him the vin, and then replied "Are you that serious about the cash; I dought that it is legal to bring 12k on a plane." I then replied with more questions and ask to contact him by phone. After this reply, I have not heard from him sence.

I guess my question is, has this happen offten to anyonelse on this forum?

His member name is McJapurai

Jan 30, 2008 | 12:11 AM

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those damn nigeran scammers... Lol

Jan 30, 2008 | 12:18 AM

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Originally Posted by law1982

umm... not sure if this guy is a scammer, but you do need to provied a vin for a loan. and then he could have just brought you a check. so im not sure what made you worry about his request.

Jan 30, 2008 | 06:56 AM

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I poked around. His IP address is in the US. He looks legit from a quick look in to it. YMMV. If it doesn't feel right, bail on the deal.

Jan 30, 2008 | 07:50 AM

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Giving out the VIN# isn't a big deal, and most banks DO require it to give out a loan to the buyer. It isn't like the VIN# is your social security or something, anyone can just go look on top of your dash and see it.