Suzane Larsson, Craigslist SCAM!!!

I have also, unfortunately, come across a scam on Craigslist that was the work of a Suzane Larsson. 

This person has posted a number of listings for vehicles that are for sale for a ridiculously low price.  Among the listings I’ve come across are a 2003 GMC Yukon, a 2002 Chevy Tahoe and a 2006 Mini Cooper all listed as being sold for $2900.

I was very tempted to go through with purchasing the Yukon until I started corresponding with this person. 

When I requested to see the vehicle, the person responded by telling me how the transaction would go through ebay, but never acknowledged my request to see the vehicle.  I proceeded to email the person again and again they responded with no answers to my questions.

Below I have pasted the emails that went back and forth between me and the infamous Suzane Larsson.  Please be careful when you see this persons name attached to a craigslist listing!

First email placed to S. Larsson:

Dairne Someone to suzanelarsson8
show details Jan 22 (2 days ago)
I am interested in the purchase of the vehicle listed on craigslist.  Please contact me to discuss setting up a time to look the vehicle over.
 
Dairne Someone
614-xxx-xxxx
mrs.someonexxxxxx@gmail.com

Response from S. Larsson:

Suzane Larsson to me
show details Jan 23 (2 days ago)
The price for this car is: $2900
I want to tell you that I am not selling this car for profit or due a lack of money. All I can say is that some recent events in my life made me change my perception of certain things, things that I’ve considered important in the past. I will donate all money to charity after I sell this car. I am currently on a trip for UNICEF.
The car has a clear title, is in an excellent condition, no dents or scratches, it was always garaged and regular maintenance and oil changes were done in time. Hasn’t been involved in an accident or flood damage. The motor runs very well. I don’t want to offend you but the car is priced for a fast sale so please if you intend to apply for a loan or financing do not reply.
The transaction will be made through eBay company for the safety of both. I’ve already included the car into eBay Vehicle Purchase Protection, so I will sell only through this.
If you want to buy the car, and you agree with my terms please reply so I can give you a detailed description of the eBay Vehicle Purchase Protection.

Waiting for your reply.

Thank you,

In response to S. Larsson:

Dairne Someone to Suzane
show details Jan 23 (1 day ago)
I am looking to pay cash, fast, but if I cannot see the vehicle prior to purchase then I will not be interested in the vehicle at all.  As you know it is tax time and many people are looking to purchase new vehicles during this time.  I am one of those people.  My taxes have been filed and I am ready to get my new vehicle. 
 
Even though this sounds like a good deal, I am starting to feel uncomfortable about it.  If you could call me or provide me with your telephone number I would be happy to discuss this deal furthur with you.  My number was listed on the origional email, but here it is again 614-xxx-xxxx.
 
Please let me know soon what is our next step!
 
Dairne Someone
614-xxx-xxxx
mrs.someonexxxxxx@gmail.com

The last email that caused concern and and brought up red flags from S. Larsson:

Suzane Larsson to me
show details 4:06 PM (19 hours ago)

The price of car $2,900.00 includes all the shipping costs and handling.
The car is located in Helena,MT at a shipping and storage company. The sale will be managed through eBay under their Vehicle
Purchase Protection Program since they offer the highest rate of
safety and reliability during online transactions.Here is how it works :
- you give me your full name and shipping address
- I start a transaction with eBay,
- they send you the payment instructions,
- you send the money into eBay trust account,
- they confirm me that the payment was received,
- I ship the car,
- you receive the car in 3 days,
- they send me the money.

The payment type will be establish by eBay after start the transaction. They will hold the money until the car is delivered to you, with properly executed title. You have 5 days for the inspection period. If the car is not like described you will have to ship it back in 30 business days on my expense, but I am sure that you will love it.

In order to move forward I will need the following info from you so I can set up a new transaction case through eBay:
1. full name
2. shipping address

Please be careful when on craigslist looking for a good deal.  If it looks too good to be true, then it probably is!

Scam reported at FightTheScams.com