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1968 Charger on Craigslist - too good to be true?

Started by Wasco, May 10, 2020, 02:26:54 PM

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Wasco

There is a '68 Charger for sale on Craigslist, way over in Rhode Island, that seems like a great deal.  I just received a response from the seller confirming the car is still available and has a clear title.  I've decided it's just too far away for me, but maybe someone on here is closer and could score it.  The way he worded his response sent up a red flag, but if it was local to me, I'd follow through to see if it's legit.  If this thing is real, and you are paying a finder's fee, donate it to a food bank.  On the other hand, if this is a scam and some African prince steals your money - that's on you!

https://providence.craigslist.org/atq/7100715641.html

tan top

it does sound a bit iffy the way its worded  , & pictures are next to use less imo   :scratchchin:  in the days of digital cameras there is no excuse to post  pictures like this to sell a car
Feel free to post any relevant picture you think we all might like to see in the threads below!

Charger Stuff 
http://www.dodgecharger.com/forum/index.php/topic,86777.0.html
Chargers in the background where you least expect them 
http://www.dodgecharger.com/forum/index.php/topic,97261.0.html
C500 & Daytonas & Superbirds
http://www.dodgecharger.com/forum/index.php/topic,95432.0.html
Interesting pictures & Stuff 
http://www.dodgecharger.com/forum/index.php/topic,109484.925.html
Old Dodge dealer photos wanted
 http://www.dodgecharger.com/forum/index.php/topic,120850.0.html

tan top

 :popcrn:
Feel free to post any relevant picture you think we all might like to see in the threads below!

Charger Stuff 
http://www.dodgecharger.com/forum/index.php/topic,86777.0.html
Chargers in the background where you least expect them 
http://www.dodgecharger.com/forum/index.php/topic,97261.0.html
C500 & Daytonas & Superbirds
http://www.dodgecharger.com/forum/index.php/topic,95432.0.html
Interesting pictures & Stuff 
http://www.dodgecharger.com/forum/index.php/topic,109484.925.html
Old Dodge dealer photos wanted
 http://www.dodgecharger.com/forum/index.php/topic,120850.0.html

Wasco

It's  been listed for a month (updated nine days ago) in the 'antiques' section, which might have helped keep it under the radar, but I can't believe it hasn't been picked up locally - especially if it was getting worked on at a shop.   :shruggy:

68RT440

It's been on the Columbus, OH CL for a while. Not sure if it's a scam or not but it almost seems like it.
1968 Charger R/T, matching numbers 440/727, black with green top and interior, currently getting restored by me

1968Fever

It's a scam.  It is used on Craigslist often in different parts of the country.  The real listing was from Ebay In September 2019 and it was in Ohio.  Here is a link to when it was featured on Barnfinds.com

https://barnfinds.com/plenty-of-parts-included-1968-dodge-charger/


Wasco

Interesting they didn't use the passenger side picture showing the damage.  The price would seem more realistic (still low, in this market, even for a 318 car).  What's the endgame with the scam?  Lead someone on with conversation about the car because they are lonely or try to get the person to wire a 'deposit'?  How do these usually play out?

F8-4life

Scam for sure. Sold on ebay for 14-15k I think?

miller time

If you're ever curious if an add is fake, call or email the seller, they will 99% of the time tell you to email another person or they put an email address in the add.
I wish the government would hike the penalties for criminals that do things like that, the scams are everywhere, I've seen about 50 in the last two weeks looking for an atv and tractor.

Wasco

The adventure continues:  in response to my request a couple days ago for the VIN and a picture of the option tag, I received this helpful response which had the same pictures as the eBay listing (still minus the damaged passenger side) and an offer to ship it for free!  I think I'll string this along a little more and ask for the name of the auto broker (there are a few in the town he mentions) so I can set up an inspection of the vehicle and see what he says to that.  I assume the scam comes when he asks me to wire his 'broker' the money.  I want to ask him if anyone actually falls for this.  Anyone recognize the VIN?

"Hello there,

I have attached a full set of pictures for you. Please check them. Here is the VIN: XP29F8B227399
I'm sorry for this late response but I was out of civilization and I had no internet connection. I am working offshore and I don't know when I will return because of this coronavirus. The car is located at the auto broker in Oak Creek, WI crated and ready to go. The car belonged to my father that recently passed away. He was the second owner. The car, the title, two sets of keys, manuals and some service history records is what you will get from the auto broker. I arranged for the sale right before I left, so all set on my end. I propose to close the deal through a auto broker, in the most safe and easiest way possible for both of us. Basically, it's similar to buying a car locally, the money will be sent to their holding account, and they will keep the money until you will receive the car. After the car is delivered, you will have a 7 days inspection period before you decide if you wish to keep it or not. If you are serious about buying the car, I will ship it anywhere with no extra cost. If you want to move forward please contact me back so we can get the ball rolling.

Thank you and stay safe,