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- Jan 9, 2004
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To my fellow RC Boaters,
I apologize if this is not appropriate to make this post but I wanted to make folks aware of something I've been dealing with as of this morning. I will let the ADMINISTRATOR decide what to do with this post as again I just meant for this to be informative in an effort to protect myself and my fellow modelers from what appears to be another scam. If you notice I have a post on here I've created recently as I'm looking for NovaRossi "ToBe" engines specific to the .46 / .67 /.91 varieties (focusing on the .67). Late last evening I received a text message from a number as follows: 931-771-1889 and the seller claims to have a NIB N/R .67 for sale. I first noticed the text message early this morning and responded with interest. Right away the seller requested I provide funds thru PayPal (as Friends and Family) which I have no problem doing but I just need to know the seller is legit and the deal is for real etc. The seller has never identified themselves and refuses to do so. Actually the way the conversation went (text) was he asked me what my PayPal info was, shipping address etc., never disclosing a price for the item. I finally replied asking what he wanted for the engine and he replied to "make a reasonable offer" so I responded with $300 then he responded with $350 for the engine (shipped). I then asked if he had a header and pipe for it to be included and he responded "sure" but again refuses to provide any further detailed information regarding photos or who or what he is etc. I don't know if this person is real or not and at this point I don't believe I'm over-reacting in any way shape or form. I responded to his text and said feel free to give me a call, no response. The seller added that he should've responded on the forum but is unable to do so, not explaining why in any way shape or form.
All that said: If someone on here recognizes this phone number as being a legit source then please lmk. If this person is real and the intent is real then I apologize in advance but man it sure seems "fishy" to me.
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My point is simply: If a deal seems weird then its probably not a real deal and someone is trying to scam funds from you. In this case I offered to cover the PP fees etc. etc. etc but the seller continues to demand F/F and will not identify or provide any images of the item alleged to be for sale.
Anyone that knows me on here and has done business with me knows I'm a no BS buyer, I provide quick payments and a seamless no hassle transaction. Simply stated: I try to treat people the way I wish to be treated.
In summary: "Be Careful" out there folks, you never know what's out there or someone's intent.
I apologize if this is not appropriate to make this post but I wanted to make folks aware of something I've been dealing with as of this morning. I will let the ADMINISTRATOR decide what to do with this post as again I just meant for this to be informative in an effort to protect myself and my fellow modelers from what appears to be another scam. If you notice I have a post on here I've created recently as I'm looking for NovaRossi "ToBe" engines specific to the .46 / .67 /.91 varieties (focusing on the .67). Late last evening I received a text message from a number as follows: 931-771-1889 and the seller claims to have a NIB N/R .67 for sale. I first noticed the text message early this morning and responded with interest. Right away the seller requested I provide funds thru PayPal (as Friends and Family) which I have no problem doing but I just need to know the seller is legit and the deal is for real etc. The seller has never identified themselves and refuses to do so. Actually the way the conversation went (text) was he asked me what my PayPal info was, shipping address etc., never disclosing a price for the item. I finally replied asking what he wanted for the engine and he replied to "make a reasonable offer" so I responded with $300 then he responded with $350 for the engine (shipped). I then asked if he had a header and pipe for it to be included and he responded "sure" but again refuses to provide any further detailed information regarding photos or who or what he is etc. I don't know if this person is real or not and at this point I don't believe I'm over-reacting in any way shape or form. I responded to his text and said feel free to give me a call, no response. The seller added that he should've responded on the forum but is unable to do so, not explaining why in any way shape or form.
All that said: If someone on here recognizes this phone number as being a legit source then please lmk. If this person is real and the intent is real then I apologize in advance but man it sure seems "fishy" to me.
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My point is simply: If a deal seems weird then its probably not a real deal and someone is trying to scam funds from you. In this case I offered to cover the PP fees etc. etc. etc but the seller continues to demand F/F and will not identify or provide any images of the item alleged to be for sale.
Anyone that knows me on here and has done business with me knows I'm a no BS buyer, I provide quick payments and a seamless no hassle transaction. Simply stated: I try to treat people the way I wish to be treated.
In summary: "Be Careful" out there folks, you never know what's out there or someone's intent.
