same here, had a PS3 on craigslist. Got a text an hour later from this number. i wrote my phone number out on the add (did six 5 seven etc.) so either they have a decent bot that can read it or someone is physically making the texts.
Definately a scam.. I knew it right from the get go.
Someone from this number text & "bought" an Iphone from me (listed on kijiji.ca) - paying thru paypal. Turned out to be a scam. Shoulda known when the alleged paypal emails withheld the funds until I shipped it to ensure safety for both parties. TOTAL SCAMMERS - the item was sent to Nigeria - hoping I can still get it back thru Canada Post.
Lesson Learned.
DONT TRUST THESE DUDES!
They used the name Prisca Smith
When i found out that it was a scam (called PAYPAL security for confirmation) and told them to kindly f-off, i received an assassination threat. Scary folks.
It seems when you use kijiji and/ or CL these scammers find a way to try and bilk you out of your stuff. It's very evident from the style of grammar and spelling that his is the first clue. (Then comes the tel#.)
Mostly these scams are originating from Africa. Shame honest folk can't sell there stuff anymore without being shafted. Kudos to this site, it's a great place to let people know that they are out there.