Heres the emails we sent each other….

VIN# wmwmf73508tt89021
I’m located in Flagstaff, Arizona I’m trying to sell it online under eBay’s protection. Here is how it works:
The sale will be managed through eBay under their eBay Buyer Protection program since they offer the highest rate of safety and reliability during online transactions. They act as a neutral third party.
1. I will contact eBay and give all the info about this deal.
2. They will email us the forms which are needed for our deal (invoice, payment instructions, buyer’s and seller’s protection policy)
3. You will send the money to eBay and they will notify me to ship the car to your location.
4. After you will inspect the car and decide to keep it, eBay will forward the funds to me once you have approved them to do so. You will have 5 days to inspect it.
Please reply with your complete name and shipping address in your next email and let me know if you are interested in knowing more details about this purchase so that I can open a transaction at eBay and to move forward with this deal. After that they will contact you with all necessary information about this transaction (terms,buyer protection,payment instructions,invoice,etc).

P.S. Please don’t forget to send me your full name and address.

Have a Blessed Day!
Mark Robles
2371 S Eclipse Lane
Flagstaff, AZ 86001

Date: Thu, 11 Mar 2010 05:32:45 -0800
From: ****
Subject: Re: 2008 Mini Cooper S w/ JCW Aero Kit – Low Miles, Loaded
To: markrobless@msn.com
Thanks for responding! I’m local, I live in Larose, LA about 45 minutes from New Orleans. I just got married. My wife and I really love that car.

Whats the Vin number? I would need that to make the loan and insurance purposes.

Is your title clear or do you have an outstanding loan on the car? If so will the $5800 clear the title on the loan?

I will go to the bank to get a loan on the car if everything is clear and good.

I deal with chase bank. I’m sure that it could be arranged that we sign the papers over at a chase bank in your area being I’m local.

Sorry about all the questions…

If we can test drive today or tomorrow that would be great. I get off of work at 5:30 today.

Whats your address and phone number?

Thanks,
****

From: Mark Robles
To: ****
Sent: Thu, March 11, 2010 6:45:35 AM
Subject: RE: 2008 Mini Cooper S w/ JCW Aero Kit – Low Miles, Loaded

Good day,

Thanks for being interested in buying my car! It’s in perfect condition, no scratches, damages and it has never been in any accidents. The price is $5,800. It comes with a new set of tires and it has never been smoked in. I was fired from my job because the financial crises that affected almost everyone including the company I worked at. I’m in a hurry to find a buyer because I am in debts with my bank, so now you can see the reason why I’m selling it so cheap.
We will use eBay Buyer Protection plan for our both safety, I want only legit transactions. Let me know where are you located and any other details you need about it.

Thank you,
Mark Robles

“Hello,
First of all I want to thank you for your interest for my 1999 Regal boat 19′ Bowrider Ski/Wake/fish. According with my divorce settlement, I own this boat and as a woman i don`t need it so I’m trying to get rid of it as soon as possible (that`s why I’m selling it so cheap and I have some financial problems and like you know in these times many peoples confront the financial crisis). This boat is in excellent working conditions, no scratches, flaws or any kind of damage, no mechanical or cosmetic issues.

The engine type is single, model 4.3LTR, made by Volvo, fuel type: gas, fuel capacity: 31-40 (gallons), hull is fiberglass, 270h on it and the trailer is included. Here is a link where you can find some pictures with this gorgeous boat: http://1999regal1900lsr.shutterfly.com/pictures/9

My asking price is $2900, The boat was left at a shipping company in Pine Bluff, AR and it will be shipped from there if necessary for inspection and test, before we close the deal. I really need to sell it ASAP as I am being deployed to Iraq to help and treat our brave soldiers.

Please get back to me if you are interested in purchasing and we can have a deal.

Cheryl Moore”

My name is Alice live in east stroudsburg, pa. The care is here. It has 110,700 miles, automatic transmission and the year is 2002 aero 95. Clear title.
Excellent Condition, no dents or scratches. Regular maintenance and oil changes were done in time. No accidents or flood damage. the engine is a 4 cylinder 2.3 Liter and runs very well.
I signed an agreement with eBay and I will sell the car through Ebay Protection Program so we can both be PROTECTED. A friend of mine works at a shipping company and he can ship the car for FREE for me. This is a regretful sale but unfortunately i need money for my son, he is in hospital and i really need money for him…That is why the price is low, only $2900
If you want to buy my Saab please reply so we can talk business.
Thank you

alice.anderson72@gmail.com is the email that was used.

FYI everyone should start spreading this around Facebook and Myspace..etc etc..help get the word out before some hard working person barely making it in this world gets scammed.

I sent:

“Hi,

I am interested in the car you have for sale. I am in broward county. Where is the car located and can you confirm the selling price? Can I have a contact number to call and discuss the details of this vehicle?

She replied:

Hi,
I’m Jennifer,let me know if you’re still interested.My car is 2005 NISSAN ALTIMA SL,whit 51,000 miles,never been involved in a accident, no damage, no scratch, no rust and i can say that this car is in perfect condition and you will love this car if you will decide to move forward.All documents, including owner’s manual, clear title and a bill of sale will be provided along with the car. The price is not negotiable $3,350 firm.I sell at this price because I just finished the divorce with my husband. When the divorce has finished I own this car. Now as a women I don’t need(i don`t have driver license)… We will use only eBay Vehicle Purchase Protection to complete the sale. If you are interested and you have the funds available email me your full name and shipping address.

Here you can find more pictures of the car:
http://s1010.photobucket.com/albums/af226/JenniferLewis31
(if the above link does not work copy and paste it into a new web browser window).

Thanks
Jennifer Lewis

I replied:

“Where is the car located”

She replied:

Hello.The car is at the shipping company,in Atlanta,crated and waiting for delivery.You will have 10 days, from the time you receive the car, to inspect and test drive it and decide if you want to keep it or not.If by any reason, you will not be satisfied, you will return the car to shipping company with no expense.You will receive the car with all the necessary papers (clear title, bill of sale, user’s manual, insurance etc) I can open a transaction case at eBay and move forward with this deal. Once that is done, you would probably be informed in the next 24 hours upon all the details of the transaction (terms, buyer protection coverage, payment instructions, invoice for the purchase).Let me know if u want to go forward whit this transaction,because i have a few more offers and i want to finish the sell

BEWARE of jennifer.lewis2000@gmail.com!!

Seller will use DAS door to door delivery.

The seller is going to use DAS Transport Services to deliver the item to your door. The delivery will take maximum 5 days.
The vehicle will be insured and will have a 30 days return policy.

eBay Payment Instructions:

The seller (William Jessica), started the transaction over the eBay Vehicle Purchase Program. eBay requires the payment to be done through Money Gram money transfer service to a Vehicle Purchase Protection Program verified agent.For a better safety our eBay United Kingdom department(eBay.co.uk) will also supervise this transaction.

You are receiving this e-mail because you are going to buy an item over the eBay Motors and your seller requested to use eBay Vehicle Protection Program. The eBay Motors vehicle protection programs offer a set of services that build protection into every step of the vehicle buying process. Some of the elements are automatically included when you buy a vehicle covered by the program element (not all elements are available for all vehicles) while some of the elements are available for a small fee. The eBay Motors vehicle protection program is your safety net in the rare occasion that something goes wrong.

Choose a Topic

Find Money Gram office into your area.

Instructions for payment.

If you are not familiarized with the Money Gram money transfer services please visit: http://www.moneygram.com/. If you want to locate the nearest Money Gram Office in your area please click here. You have to pay with cash at any Money Gram Office.
The funds will not be released under any circumstances. We will hold the payment until you will send us your confirmation that you have received, inspected and you agree to keep the item. When we will have your confirmation we will transfer the funds to the seller.You can use MoneyGram services at all United States Post outlets, numerous grocery and drug stores, currency exchanges, and anywhere you see the MoneyGram sign.

Item Information

Item Name: 2003 Land Rover Range

Item Price: $4,800.00
Item Description: Like new condition. Never been involved

in an accident, no damages, scratches

or dents. Clear Title.

Payment Details
Buyer: Jose Cuellar

Deposit: $5,200.00 1st payment
Shipping: $400.00
Balance: $0.00 2nd payment
Total: $5,200.00

Delivery To Information

Buyer: Jose Cuellar
Address:Brownsville, TX 78521
Phone

Vehicle Purchase Program Agent Details

Name: Likurt Marcelo
Details: 4 Hampshire Close London N18 2LG England United Kingdom
SSN:526-11-5614
Birth Date:21.Feb.1978

How to complete payment?

1. Locate the nearest Money Gram Office(You can use MoneyGram services at all US Post outlets, numerous grocery and drug stores, currency exchanges, and anywhere you see the MoneyGram sign).
2. Make the payment with cash using the above Vehicle Purchase verified agent details.
3. Fax the Money Gram payment receipt to the following fax number: 1-866-578-1247.

Note:-Our main payment method is PayPal but because this is a large purchase PayPal doesn’t qualify for this transaction,also Money Gram is as safe as PayPal.
-Transfer fees can be deducted from the amount your are sending(Example.When you send $4.000US the fees will be about $155 so you can send $3845 $155 so the total amount that you send will be $4000).The seller agreed and signed this clause into the contract so there won`t be any problem.
-When sending funds to our agent will not need any city or state code (4 digits) as payment must be completed to a person directly which is our agent , not directly to our company.You also need to ask the clerk to use money transfer, not money order to make the payment.
-If you want to locate the nearest Money Gram Office in your area please click here.(try to search a Money Gram location without putting your postal code into the form).
-We have a global reach through our network of 180,000 local agents across 190 countries and territories – giving you real convenience and flexibility. So with MoneyGram you’re never far away from a fast and easy money transfer.
Where to find us in United States.

You can use MoneyGram services at all US Post outlets, numerous grocery and drug stores, currency exchanges, and anywhere you see the MoneyGram sign.

We will hold the payment until you send us your confirmation that you are satisfied with the product you received. As soon as we receive your confirmation we will make the payment to the seller. Until then the seller won’t be able to access the money you sent and in any case you decide not to continue with the deal you will receive a full refund.

Important Notice!

The payment details are confidential and will not be released under any circumstances. Vehicle Protection Program security measures are constantly reviewed and modified given evolving circumstances globally, drawing on both internal assessments and the support of government agencies. Our constant priority is for the safety of our people, our customers, and the general public. Vehicle Protection Program always tries to fulfill its customers needs.

If you need any help in completing this transaction feel free to contact US.

Regards,
Trust and Safety Department eBay Inc. Working with Trader Corporation.

“Hi ,
Thanks for being interested in buying my truck. It is in a good condition, no scratches,no damages,never been implicated in any accidents, no problems at the engine, runs very well. It has an 4.0L V6, 4×4, Mileage 36249 miles,clear title.The price is not negotiable ,US $6500 firm. The only thing because i am selling it,because i divorced with my husband and after the divorce i own this truck, now as a woman i don`t need it(i don`t have driver license)…we will use only eBay Vehicle Purchase Protection to complete the sale. Let me know if you are interested and you have the funds available.$2900 Deposit and the rest after you receive it.
Thanks. ”

My first clue was the horrible grammar used in her email. It didn’t match up with the nicely done craigslist ad. So I decided to google it and see if it was a scam. I guess if it sounds too good to be true, it probably is. Oh well.
Thanks for all the postings on this website! You guys helped me avoid a potential scammer!

askren_natalie@yahoo.com is the email “she” used.

— On Sun, 3/7/10, Terry Daryus wrote:

From: Terry Daryus
Subject: RE: Mazda Tribute
Date: Sunday, March 7, 2010, 8:35 PM

As I’ve told you, I am in Great Falls , MT on a military base getting ready for Afghanistan . I do a special training program each day and I am not allowed to get out of the unit or give calls whenever I want. The shipping wont be a problem and I will do it at no cost to you because will be made by the army. You will receive the car along with all the documents including title, bill of sale, full service records and more …Because it is a large transaction we will complete the deal using an authorized third party like eBay, using their Business Purchase Protection Program .The payment will be handling by eBay and you will benefit of the 3 day inspection time period and the option to accept or reject the car on my expense. If you are still interested just send me your full name and shipping address.

I will forward your info and they will notify you about our deal

Hope to hear from you soon

1.)I’m selling a beautiful, well maintained BMW X5 because my platoon have been mobilized for deployment to Afghanistan. After we complete our training, we will deploy to Afghanistan in support of Operation Enduring Freedom. The price
is low because I need to sell it before March 15th. Paint shines, zero dings/dents,no accident. Non-smoker,always garaged and covered. It comes with all the documents needed for registration. The title is clear. It is gently used with only 44,129 miles !

I’m asking $4,800.00 this price includes door to door shipping, handling and insurance fees for shipping within the continental US. You will have 7 days for inspection and possibility for a refund policy. The vehicle is located in Bend, Oregon.

Please click here to view more pictures ( If the link doesn’t work,copy and paste it into a new browser page ) :

http://cid-af3a6418a18cc7b3.skydrive.live.com/browse.aspx/X5

The transaction will be fully under eBay’s surveillance, I will post the SUV on eBay and I will give you the URL link to press ”buy it now” option .
Please get back to me if you’re interested in buying it.

Sgt. Gretchen A Bass
4th Combat Engineer Battalion
United States Marine Corps
One team, one fight

To: gretchen228@msn.com
Subject: HI RE: 04 BMW X5
2.)Hello Vanessa ,

I attached the carfax report. I’m in a military base, I’m doing a special training program each day and I’m not allowed to make phone calls whenever I want. We`ll have to stick to email for now as this is the only way I can communicate.

The transaction will be fully under eBay’s surveillance, giving us both security and insurance that nothing will go wrong. They will be the 3rd, objective party involved in the transaction. This way you will actually pay for the vehicle after you will receive and test it, because eBay will hold the funds in an escrow account and release it to me only after you accept and confirm the delivery. After the vehicle reaches your address you will have 7 days to test it. Within this period you have to decide if you purchase it or not. If you decide to take it you will have to contact eBay and let them know that, so they can release the payment to me. If you won’t like it you will have to ship it back to me within the 7 days and eBay will refund you. The shipping back will be done on my own expense, but I am sure this will not be the case.

If you decide to buy the SUV, please include the following information in your next email.

1. Ship to name and address ( the complete name and address of the person receiving the SUV ).
2. Motor vehicle registration name and address needed for title transfer, this would be your complete name and physical address (or if the SUV is to be registered on someone else’s name the name and address of the registrant is needed).

Please get back to me at your earliest convenience.

Sgt. Gretchen A Bass
4th Combat Engineer Battalion
United States Marine Corps
One team, one fight

3.)Dear Vanessa ,

I announce you that everything is prepared. 5-Year 100,000 mile TRANSFERABLE transferable manufacturer powertrain warranty.
Please proceed with eBay. Click here and complete the transaction. After you click “Buy it Now” button, you’ll receive important guidelines and payment instructions. You should periodically check your email.
I ask you kindly to email me back when you finish .

Sincerely,

Sgt. Gretchen A Bass
4th Combat Engineer Battalion
United States Marine Corps
One team, one fight

4.)Hello Vanessa ,

I got the notification from eBay.
Congratulations ! Now the SUV is yours. So, the next step in our transaction is to initiate the transfer to eBay’s agent Vehicle Protection Program.

Because of the strict policies of the filters of Spam, you might receive the invoice of eBay in your box of reception . Please check your box of “Junk” of your email address in order to active the transaction. I’m having the same problem with my msn account.

As soon as the payment is confirmed, I will start the shipping process.

It’s been a real pleasure working with you!

Sgt. Gretchen A Bass
4th Combat Engineer Battalion
United States Marine Corps
One team, one fight

5.)Hello Vanessa ,

I got the notification from eBay.
Congratulations ! Now the SUV is yours. So, the next step in our transaction is to initiate the transfer to eBay’s agent Vehicle Protection Program.

Because of the strict policies of the filters of Spam, you might receive the invoice of eBay in your box of reception . Please check your box of “Junk” of your email address in order to active the transaction. I’m having the same problem with my msn account.

As soon as the payment is confirmed, I will start the shipping process.

It’s been a real pleasure working with you!

Sgt. Gretchen A Bass
4th Combat Engineer Battalion
United States Marine Corps

One team, one fight

To: gretchen228@msn.com
6.)Hello Vanessa ,

Payment must be sent using cash from Money Gram office. If it helps, click here to find the nearest Money Gram office :

http://www.moneygram.com/eFindUs/findUs.do?countryCode=US&languageCode=en

I just want to ask you something. There is a commercial tax of 6% of the amount you are sending that Money Gram will charge me. We can avoid this if you’ll tell the Money Gram clerk that you’re sending the money to a friend or relative, not to buy a vehicle. If you can do that, I will also help by sending the vehicle as Gift and no tax/customs will apply on your end.

Thank you for handling everything in a swift and professional manner.

Sgt. Gretchen A Bass
4th Combat Engineer Battalion
United States Marine Corps
One team, one fight

7.)Vanessa ,

Yes the fees are 146.00 but if you tell moneygram that your are sending for a eBay deal is a commercial tax of 6% of the amount you are sending that Money Gram will charge me. We can avoid this if you’ll tell the Money Gram clerk that you’re sending the money to a friend or relative, not to buy a vehicle. If you can do that, I will also help by sending the vehicle as Gift and no tax/customs will apply on your end.

You can send the payment from any Wal-Mart shop.

Sgt. Gretchen A Bass
4th Combat Engineer Battalion
United States Marine Corps
One team, one fight

Needless to say I really got suspicious MAINLY because the”Sgt. Gretchen A Bass
4th Combat Engineer Battalion
United States Marine Corps
had so many detailed pics, the car was too clean for so little of money and well prepared with
car fax and an other details and volunteered to pay shipping ins ext. It appeared they were a hard working neat freak trying to give their pride and joy away. I figured an estimate shipping cost would be 1000 to ship vehicle, insurance on shipping vehicle,the fee for money gram and that wouldn’t leave the seller much money.
I purchased it through e-bay expecting to pay through pay pal. I knew they really wouldn’t get much money after paypal charged all their fees.Then received #6. e-mail. My emotions wanted to run to the bank and pay for it, but my head said no do research into ebay vehicle protection. So I did and this site came up. When you talking about thousands Do not send Western Union or Money Gram! I’m glad they didn’t get me!I’m good about not getting scammed, but I didn’t feel comfortable. This is their jobs they are professionals at what they do!