Many people today turn to the Internet for a fast and easy way to sell no longer needed autos and RVs. Before closing one of these 'deals' make sure you know you won't end up a victim.
Most of have seen an advertisement at some point for a vehicle, or RV on the internet, or perhaps in a classified listing, where we thought the price 'too good to be true'. Well there is good reason for that thinking.
Recently the BBB was made aware of a seller listing a 2005 Ski Doo MXZ X and MXZ Adrenaline 600 SDI complete with trailer for just $4800.00, and offering to ship these items to Newfoundland from the Yukon. Hard to resist, if you are in the market. But resist is exactly what the BBB suggests you do.
While the seller will be very polite and accommodating in arranging the details of this transaction in the end you will end up with nothing, and have lost whatever funds you send.
It is simply not plausible that someone would sell and ship a snowmobile complete with trailer from a distant locale, such as the Yukon for a mere $4800.00. What is plausible, and likely, is that there is no snow machine, or trailer, and the con artist is trying to trick you into parting with your hard earned money.
Typically these sellers ask you to send payment by way of a money wire transfer, which is not traceable, or retractable. So your money is gone - for good.
The seller tries to lure you into acting quickly, without thinking it through thoroughly, by offering far below market value pricing, leaving you to believe you are get a steal of a deal. Unfortunately, the seller has nothing to sell, except confidence, and you pay for something that will never arrive.
When hopping for deal, whether face to face, or on the Internet be vigilant, be alert! Recognize the signs.