Yeah, got the same message today. Was the dodge ram for $2400. I insisted on using an escrow service, and met with huge resistance. I even got sent the same google link, which I reported to Google as a scam. Here is one response from "her":
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If you want to buy the truck here is my post on Google Checkout:
http://google.checkout-cgi.com/veh.storeID274 ... mpt=US_Vehicles It’s a buy it now auction so you won’t have to bid. (With no further obligation or fees). The transaction will be fully under Google’s surveillance, giving us both security and insurance since they offer the highest rate of safety and reliability during online transactions.They are responsible for the security of this transaction and you have nothing to be worried about. Don`t worry this transaction is legit and all your funds are fully insured by their company.You will have a period of 3 days for inspection as I told you in my first email. The inspection period start from the moment when the truck is delivered at your address.I think 3 days is enough for you to make a decision if you keep the truck or not. If you won’t like my truck then you notify Google Checkout and send it back on my cost.
OK so I have the title in hand its clean and clear , you will receive the title together with the truck notarized and sign under your name , the shipping will take about 2 days, my brother its working as an accounted for DAS which is a shipping company and he will arrange for me everything .
Just to be clear: THIS IS A SCAM. Google is not an escrow service, and merely insures the transaction under limited conditions. If you send them money, you are most likely out of luck. I would recommend anyone to use a third part (i.e. escrow service) when making major online purchases from someone you don't know.
Found a 2003 John Deere 4x4 tractor with loader, tiller, hay rake, finish mower and box blade on craigslist, selling for $2743. I contacted the seller to verify the price... Her name is now Denise White, she informed me that her bottom line is $2500 and she is selling it because her father passed away three months ago, yes free shipping from her brother that works for DAS. And yes same google checkout payment method! She gave me a number 217-645-6488... Says that she lives in Montana. No warm fuzzy on this one... definitely a scam... Stay clear...
I too have dealt with denise white or who ever she is now regarding a John deere tractor w loader, tiller, hay rake, brush mower, and box blade. The price is now at 2500 and I was asked to do Google checkout, which doesnt exist anymore as it was changed to my wallet. Her number now is 630-506-6172. This is a 15,000 + machine, I dont think anyone would sell for 2500$. SCAM SCAM SCAM