Craigslist shenanigans!!!

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05-01-2011, 10:36
two shoes

Craigslist shenanigans!!!

So I list my trailer for sale here and on craigslist. I get an offer from this guy for a little less but I'd have to drive it down to him. I replied "sure" but on Sunday. It would be well out of my way, but for a done deal, I'd do it. I get an email yesterday saying the door needs to be at least 84" tall, and I reply it is not, only 52", but 60" inside.
So here is a link to my ad: http://denver.craigslist.org/rvs/2351367110.html

I get an email this morning from him saying "If you are still headed this way, and the trailer has nothing wrong with it, give him a call.

Here is where it gets really interesting.... I start looking at craigslist and find this ad (NOT MINE!!): http://denver.craigslist.org/rvs/2353683661.html

He is trying to flip my trailer with my pictures!!!

So I called him and said he sounds a bit flimsy and he'd have to meet me half way and it would need to be the exact amount. I sure as hell am not going to drive all the way to Denver to take less and have him flip it with my pictures.

I was thinking of creating another gmail account and replying to his ad, telling him I could only meet today, but had the cash... Kind of let him come to the conclusion it was a "done deal". He'd have a buyer and no trailer... get my drift?

He's had other ads on craigslist that have been flagged as I used his phone number to search...

Would this piss you off? I don't care that he wants to resell, but damn, take your own pictures and take ownership of it first!
05-01-2011, 10:54
blacklabel

That is pretty sketchy. Guy is definitely putting the cart before the horse.

I'd get the trailer sold and then completely screw with him on the resell of it.
05-01-2011, 10:56
Ah Pook

Something like this?

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I have been looking for a trailer like that. Any chance we can meet today. I have money in hand.

[Muaha]
05-01-2011, 11:04
two shoes

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ah Pook

Something like this?

[Muaha]

That is perfect!
05-01-2011, 11:17
two shoes

Anyone else want to join the fun? [Twist]
05-01-2011, 11:18
mcantar18c

I would but the ad's been flagged for removal.
05-01-2011, 11:18
coop68

what he said above!

i say mess with the guy for a bit than try and find another buyer IMO unless you need the cash soon for something else!

coop
05-01-2011, 11:22
Ah Pook

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Originally Posted by two shoes

That is perfect!

I aim to please.

I did hit the fag button on the way out the door.
05-01-2011, 13:38
Chad4000

Just put like 12 ads up with his phone number....
05-01-2011, 13:45
BPTactical

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Originally Posted by Chad4000

Just put like 12 ads up with his phone number....

Question is in what areas of CL?[Muaha]
05-01-2011, 13:56
WellHungSmurf

wow he sure was confident. Like others said, I would at least own it before I tried to flip it. He may have been guaging interest is my only thinking..
05-01-2011, 14:05
JlazyH

You, or we all need to be careful of the CL bunch. I had a Honda 3 wheeler for sale or trade last summer. The 1st email I got about it the guy wanted it no questions asked. I gave him my address to come get it. Right on time here he comes. He looked it over for a while and decided he didn't want it. Ok. Next in line right? The guy left and I made a quick run to King Soopers. When I got back home I noticed his truck parked down at the end of the block. I also saw that the gate beside my garage was opened. Sure didn't feel right. Well this is the 1st time I have ever pulled my 1911 and went to the back yard. Sure as shit he was trying to start the Honda. With the 45 in one hand and my cell phone in the other I was able to convince him to stick around until the local yokels got here and offered him 3 hots and a cot. Now no matter what I sell I never give my address out. I always meet half way and do my selling and buying.
Sorry, I didn't mean to hijack your post.
05-01-2011, 14:23
two shoes

Quote:

Originally Posted by JlazyH

You, or we all need to be careful of the CL bunch. . .
Sorry, I didn't mean to hijack your post.

No problem, it goes along with the intent of the thread. It is just pretty funny/crazy/stupid.

If he had purchased it and then used the pics, it wouldn't be a big deal either... CL has been getting worse, but it reaches a wide group. I know if I am going to use it, to expect some BS.

Thanks for all of your support on my mini rant. This is a great group!
05-01-2011, 15:08
porfiriozg

Quote:

Originally Posted by JlazyH

You, or we all need to be careful of the CL bunch. I had a Honda 3 wheeler for sale or trade last summer. The 1st email I got about it the guy wanted it no questions asked. I gave him my address to come get it. Right on time here he comes. He looked it over for a while and decided he didn't want it. Ok. Next in line right? The guy left and I made a quick run to King Soopers. When I got back home I noticed his truck parked down at the end of the block. I also saw that the gate beside my garage was opened. Sure didn't feel right. Well this is the 1st time I have ever pulled my 1911 and went to the back yard. Sure as shit he was trying to start the Honda. With the 45 in one hand and my cell phone in the other I was able to convince him to stick around until the local yokels got here and offered him 3 hots and a cot. Now no matter what I sell I never give my address out. I always meet half way and do my selling and buying.
Sorry, I didn't mean to hijack your post.

not a hijack just useful advice
05-01-2011, 15:25
kwando

Quote:

Originally Posted by JlazyH

You, or we all need to be careful of the CL bunch. I had a Honda 3 wheeler for sale or trade last summer. The 1st email I got about it the guy wanted it no questions asked. I gave him my address to come get it. Right on time here he comes. He looked it over for a while and decided he didn't want it. Ok. Next in line right? The guy left and I made a quick run to King Soopers. When I got back home I noticed his truck parked down at the end of the block. I also saw that the gate beside my garage was opened. Sure didn't feel right. Well this is the 1st time I have ever pulled my 1911 and went to the back yard. Sure as shit he was trying to start the Honda. With the 45 in one hand and my cell phone in the other I was able to convince him to stick around until the local yokels got here and offered him 3 hots and a cot. Now no matter what I sell I never give my address out. I always meet half way and do my selling and buying.
Sorry, I didn't mean to hijack your post.

*I never use my regular email address, i have one for CL.
*I never use my real phone number or give it out, i use google voice.
*I never meet at my house, i always meet in a public place (gas station close to my house) so if they flake (alot of people flake on CL) i'm not wasting my time to drive 1/2 way.
*I always carry... I do that anyways... :)
05-01-2011, 16:44
sniper7

I only deal in cash. I don't mind giving my address if I talk to them on the phone and if they are coming right away. Other than that I don't give out much info.

Sounds like the guy wanting yours is jumping the gun a bit.
05-01-2011, 16:49
blacklabel

Quote:

Originally Posted by kwando

*I never use my regular email address, i have one for CL.
*I never use my real phone number or give it out, i use google voice.
*I never meet at my house, i always meet in a public place (gas station close to my house) so if they flake (alot of people flake on CL) i'm not wasting my time to drive 1/2 way.
*I always carry... I do that anyways... :)

All of this plus never agreeing to ship anything, period. I also won't deal with anyone out of state.
05-03-2011, 22:47
theGinsue

But.... I'll mail you a cashiers check and will include an extra $100 for your effort and trouble. I'll have my cousin who is passing through your town stop by and pick it up.
05-03-2011, 22:52
two shoes

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Originally Posted by theGinsue

But.... I'll mail you a cashiers check and will include an extra $100 for your effort and trouble. I'll have my cousin who is passing through your town stop by and pick it up.

Nice! You are so kind!.... I went as far as to buy a currency checker pen.. although not 100% fool proof, it would help a bit...

He's not answering emails so he is either on this site and knows I am screwing with him or his multiple adds being flagged scared him...
05-03-2011, 23:05
Ah Pook

I never did get a response. [Cry]
05-03-2011, 23:11
claimbuster

Did you ever sell the trailer?
05-03-2011, 23:19
two shoes

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Originally Posted by claimbuster

Did you ever sell the trailer?

Not yet.