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If it seems too good to be true, it usually
is. Trust your judgment and your knowledge of the market for vehicles
and parts. Compare prices.
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Be cautious and
thoroughly investigate the seller. Google the area code and
telephone number to insure it is in the state and area it is claimed to
be in.
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If the listing is too good to be true, it
usually is.
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Use an inspection service to inspect and report
on the cars condition. Vehicle Inspection can be a great resource as
scammers typically don't even own the vehicle let alone have it sitting
nearby for an inspection! Ask technical questions about the
vehicle as scammers generally know little about custom vehicles.
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Never wire money or agree to refund or cash a
check for an unknown individual. Be cautious and never wire or
transfer money to a foreign bank or foreign account! Certifed
checks can be worthless and take weeks to bounce.
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Ask for references and/or some type of
proof that the person or business and vehicle or item being sold is
legitimate.
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Speak one-on-one over the phone, especially
about funds and important details and information.
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DO NOT ship or release interest in your
merchandise until you are confident that the funds have cleared or you
are holding the money in cash.
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IF YOU ARE VICTIM |
Report fraud to local law enforcement, the
Better Business Bureau, or your local consumer protection office.
National Consumers League Fraud Information
Center 1-800-876-7060 www.fraud.org/
National
Association of Attorneys General
www.naag.org/features/fraud.com
Federal Consumer Information Center
www.pueblo.gsa.gov |
