'11 Screw..too good to be true?

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HAYNES OFFROAD

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Yea definitely a scam. Anytime a person tries to push/rush a sale on to somebody, it ain't legit.

But yea first drive in a raptor is the ****.
 

hosseface

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I asked for pictures of everything the first reply told me to look at, here's the reply I got in it's entirety
"Hello,

Sorry for my late answer but I was in the hospital during last days and I was unable to read my e-mail.I'm selling this beautiful 2011 Ford F-150 RAPTOR SVT because my daughter is in hospital, is very sick and I need money for treatment. I'm under enormous time pressure cause I need to sell it fast, before 31th of January that being the reason for selling it so low. My husband and I divorced last month, after the divorce I was awarded the car. It is in immaculate condition, non-smoker, meticulously maintained and hasn't been involved in any accident... Clear title. The total price is $25,000 including delivery and handling to your address. It is located in Quebec where I recently moved with my job.

I don't want to offend you, but the car is priced for a fast sale so if you intend to apply for a loan or financing please do not reply to this message.

The transaction will be managed by eBay Motors for our own protection as they act as a neutral third part. eBay Motors policy is safe & advantageous for both of us: they will keep the money until you inspect/test the car (you have 5 days for inspection) and in the mean time, offers me the guarantee that you have the amount needed to buy it and you will pay it once you received and accepted it. If the car is not in same condition as I said you will ship it back on my expense and eBay Motors will send you a full refund. But I assure you won't be the case.

Get back to me and let me know what you decide. Thank you for your time and interest.

God bless you and your family,"

blah blah blah blah. Anyhow I replied wishing undetectable maleware and an uncurable strain of gonorreah on her and all her family.
I've come across these scams a lot. Big flags for me are calling it a car, no financing, location not matching up with the ad, no phone number and ignoring my request for pictures. Hopefully no one gets caught up in something like this and I sent a report to kijiji so it will be gone soon.
On a happier note, I drove a Raptor for the first time today. Holy shit.

Sounds like a real "straight shooter" there... lol
 

6gun

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My usual reply to these is as follows:

Hello, I have been looking for this vehicle for a long time and I am so tired of looking. In order to expedite the deal, I am willing to give you 5000 over your asking price, and can send the total amount via Western Union today if you agree. I have not had very good luck with eBay motors, too many scammers using fake links and such, I am sure YOU understand. If you will call the office number below, or click the link, and provide them with your name/address/phone, I am sure things can be taken care of ASAP. Thanks and I am so excited that you came along with this great deal.

Phone: (313) 965-2323

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Hugs and kisses....

6gun
 
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