Mark Alexander - eBay Vehicle Protection Program scam Nationwide
I found a used Kubota tractor on trader.ca supposedly from the Calgary area being sold by a Mark Alexander. The deal seemed to good to be true with the item being near new condition and less than half fair market value. All communication was via email. I was suspect so in searching "Bay Vehicle Purchase Protection" I found this webpage outlining other similar scams.
http://www.tacticaltechnique.com/vehicle-classifieds/ebay-vehicle-protection-program-scam/
This is a the email the seller sent:
This tractor engine runs very, very smooth... No damages, no scratches or dents, no hidden defects, never been involved in accidents. All power and optional equipment work perfectly.This 2007 Kubota L3240 Tractor 4WD has 531 hours and Engine HP:34.
It's in an exceptional shape. This is a very reliable vehicle that has never given me any problems. A great tractor that will not disappoint. I just moved to Montreal Quebec because my wife is from here and she wanted to be closer to his parents as they are old and very ill.Besides, there are lot of things which have priority now, so, this tractor has to go. We are expecting a baby in a few weeks and I really want to improve the old house we bought when we moved in time for the baby.The tractor is ready for the shipping in the shipping company warehouse.As you probably noticed, the price is $6,800 for you if you will buy it today or tomorrow.Due to the fact I am very busy with my work and I don't stay too much at home, the tractor is already to the shipping company and will be delivered from there very fast, shipping cost is included in price.The transaction will be made undere Bay Vehicle Purchase Protection for our safety. So, please reply back with your full name , shipping address (street,city,zip,state) if you are really interested in purchasing this tractor so we can start the arrangements !
I hope this information helps save others from being scammed.
Valerie
Edmonton, Alberta
Canada
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Otter07
Albion,Indiana,
U.S.A.
They tried to scam me too!!!
#2Consumer Suggestion
Tue, July 28, 2009
Hi there, I was reading up on "Bay Vehicle Protection" after I had received an email from Mark Hall about a 2003 Mitsubishi Car that was being sold for WAY underprice. I found your post and I wanted you to know that the same people tried to do that to me!! I am fairly young, but not stupid. And, when it comes to his wife who suddenly turns into a male in the one sentence, I knew it was a fraud. I filed a complaint with the FTC, so hopefully something comes out of this! Here is the email that I received from them:
Hello ,
First of all , thank you for your interest in purchasing my car :2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse GTS . I know that there are numerous offers on the web and I'm glad that you choose to contact me regarding your willingness to purchase.
The car is in good condition, there's no scratches or any dents on it,very well maintained,please check the pictures, I have a clear title for it, no liens or loans. I also hand washed the car once a week and wax it every few months!
A Totally Rust, Corrosion And Flood Free Vehicle . Never been in any accidents .
I just moved to Great Falls MT because my wife is from here and she wanted to be closer to his parents as they are old and very ill.Besides, there are lot of things which have priority now, so , this car has to go . We are expecting a baby in a few weeks and I really want to improve the old house we bought when we moved in time for the baby .The car is ready for the shipping in the shipping company warehouse . As you probably noticed, the price is $3,300 for you if you will buy it today or tomorrow . Due to the fact I am very busy with my work and I don't stay too much at home , the car is already to the shipping company and will be delivered from there very fast , shipping cost is included in price . The transaction will be made under Bay Vehicle Purchase Protection for our safety.
So, please reply back with your name , shipping address(street,city,zip,state) and phone number if you are really interested in purchasing this car so we can start the arrangements !
Best Regards !
Mark and Sandra Hall
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I hope this can also help someone out, because I don't want these people go any further with this!! Thank you so much Valerie for posting your situation on here. It for sure let me know that my gut instinct was right = )