Scoobydoo Ste

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Seems we have another scammer amongst us - just had the old trick pulled on me...

skubi1
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Just be careful guys

mazmike

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Private Message: vf22
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skubi1
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Default vf22
Let me know via email if you still need the vf22.

frnk0livr@gmail.com
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i got one as well how do you you no its a scammer

MOTORS S GT

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Wanted, Version 5/6 heads.

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Let me know via email if you still need the Version 5/6 heads.

frnk0livr@gmail.com

Looks like he is going down the wanted items list.

imprezaworks

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Yeah i had the same, ignored

JdcTypeR

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Your better off being cautious as it seems strange.
If he's genuine get him to post up pics of the parts with his username next to them.

Scoobydoo Ste

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I used a bit of common sense...

Only just joined
In america
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A dodgy email

Plus, I've seen it before worded almost exactly the same

6VOLT

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I got one also regarding a splitter.

******

jezza995

Thanks for the warning !

ae82mad

iTrader: (10)

Me to. Flipping **** 💩

jezza995

Can the moderators please get rid of this idiot !

addi monster

iTrader: (6)

I had an PM from him wanting to swap an exhaust for my prodrive one, Same as above,.
FECKING TOSSER,,,,,,,,,,,,

e110at

Iv had 2 pms of this user today thought it was a scam.

Paulo P

iTrader: (42)

As soon as I read the email notification I knew that they were a scammer

Dear Paulo P,

You have received a new private message at ScoobyNet from skubi1, entitled "set of silver wrx 17"s with tyres wanted".

To read the original version, respond to, or delete this message, you must log in here:
https://www.scoobynet.com/private.php

This is the message that was sent:
***************
Let me know via email if you still need the set of silver wrx 17"s with tyres.

frnk0livr@gmail.com
***************

Again, please do not reply to this email. You must go to the following page to reply to this private message:
https://www.scoobynet.com/private.php

All the best,
ScoobyNet

Paulo P

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I've reported this thread to the moderation team so that they can take action. Hopefully nobody falls for it

ScoobyNoob79

This says to me, seeing that they want you to EMAIL them they are wanting to grab the email headers, in turn allowing them to grab IP addresses.

jezza995

unfortunatley i fell for it and replied before i saw this thread as I desperatly need the bits ! Oh well will be more careful next time. Anything I should do ?

Paulo P

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You haven't paid for anything have you?

DJ Dunk

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Thanks for the heads-up chaps, it's been dealt with.

jezza995

No mate just replied to the email saying i still want the bits !

Paulo P

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If they reply asking for payment tell them to f*ck off then

RESSE

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Many thanks for the post/'heads up'.

I have (just) received an email offering some 18" alloys.

ScoobyNoob79

If they email you back(not pm, actual email) then you have their IP in the email headers

Scoobydoo Ste

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I replied too but via pm... I asked where do I send payment to... was more for the comedy value though

As long as you haven't sent any money to them you should be fine

Rob Day

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Well done guys, great community work

Ps. Surprised he didn't answer my wanted ad though "**** bandit wanted"

gc8-r

iTrader: (21)

Ya same here....
About tow hooks I want

minguela

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thanks!!!

*************
Let me know via email if you still need the prodrive/sti pink springs for wrx 2002 bug.

frnk0livr@gmail.com

James Powell

Thanks for the heads up chap's am a newbie here myself

ALi-B

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Cheers to Paulo for giving us the heads up on this thread, The DJ has dispatched with him. But please, remember it is down to you as a individual to safeguard your own money so please keep that in mind when dealing with random strangers over the internet.

Without trying to be patronising a re-read of the sales rules, found as a sticky in every private sales forum on this site (as well as the main forum rules) would serve as a good refresh (I've highlighted the important ones below):


Fraud/Scamming Advice

Members are advised to be aware of unscrupulous people using the market place. And therefore must take personal safeguards to minimise the risk of becoming a victim. These include:

• Only buy from subscribed paying members. These are either 'Plus Members' or 'Authorised Advertisers', and indicated by the logo beneath their avatar.
• Sellers should pay extra caution when selling to new members or members without a 'Plus member' status.
• NEVER use the gift option on Paypal transactions, you may avoid fees, but you will be unable to make a claim for refunds.
• Get a tracking number and use insured delivery for valuable goods.
• Check the insured value limits and delivery arrangements with the courrier.
• Beware of delaying tactics used to clear Paypal funds, this can be 21 days to empty funds and 45 days to lodge a claim dispute.
• In this day and age there is no reason why a transaction can't be fully completed from start to finish within two weeks. People who take longer are either scamming or are highly disorganised.
• If an item appears to be too good or cheap to be true, it often is.
• Check a user's past posting history: A genuine Subaru enthusiast will regularly post and interact outside of the sales areas, high post counts and good previous sales history is key here.
• Avoid goods offered by private messaging. Especially from non-paying members. If someone wants to sell, they should have an advert in the marketplace.
• Use the iTrader system to check a member's feedback and give feedback. Instructions on how to use iTrader can be found here: iTrader Instructions.
• Report possible unregistered traders or scams.
• It is not ScoobyNet's responsibility to check that goods are fit for purpose, accurately described and/or comply with UK road and traffic laws. That is for you as the buyer to ascertain for yourself.
• If you are a victim of fraud or scamming, contact the police and get legal advice from a representative or via the Citizens Advice Bureau on how best to proceed.
• Scoobynet does not condone witch-hunts or unlawful or violent activities against scammers: Click here for further information.

Cheers

Mrchips

iTrader: (7)

**** sake, just got it as well. *******. Why mess with people

mickywrx

iTrader: (29)

Get rid of the 2 quid a month option and that statement might actually mean something.