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December 16, 2011, 05:06:32 PM
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Buyer beware!
« on: December 16, 2011, 05:06:32 PM »
As you all know I was screwed on my 245 EX Deal.  To add insult to injury I come home to find this email from an obvious scammer about a Explorer for sale...  


Hello,

Sorry for mailing you so late!
I'm glad that you're interested in my boat.The boat is in good condition, has no technical damages at all, no scratches or dents,no hidden defects.The boat has been looked after very well - washed and cleaned every two weeks. The interior is in virtually spotless condition. The seats are clean and not torn. The exterior is in excellent condition. It comes with all the documents needed for registration, it has a clear title and it can be registered into your name at any time. There are no known problems with the boat as far as I know.
 
The total price is $5800? including shipping and delivery taxes to your address.

I AM SELLING UNDER THE MARKET'S VALUE BECAUSE I NEED LIQUIDITY IN ORDER TO FINISH THE HOUSE THAT I AM BUILDING.

If you are decided we are going to have a safe deal.
Please get back to me to explain you more.

I`m waiting for your reply as soon as possible.

Thank you!
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Air Force MSgt. Robert Q Bittner
Air National Guard
McGuire New Jersey
1998 Explorer w/ Etec 250


1987 170 w/ Evinrude 90

December 16, 2011, 05:11:58 PM
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Re: Buyer beware!
« Reply #1 on: December 16, 2011, 05:11:58 PM »
Quote from: "wingtime"
As you all know I was screwed on my 245 EX Deal.  To add insult to injury I come home to find this email from an obvious scammer about a Explorer for sale...  


Hello,

Sorry for mailing you so late!
I'm glad that you're interested in my boat.The boat is in good condition, has no technical damages at all, no scratches or dents,no hidden defects.The boat has been looked after very well - washed and cleaned every two weeks. The interior is in virtually spotless condition. The seats are clean and not torn. The exterior is in excellent condition. It comes with all the documents needed for registration, it has a clear title and it can be registered into your name at any time. There are no known problems with the boat as far as I know.
 
The total price is $5800? including shipping and delivery taxes to your address.

I AM SELLING UNDER THE MARKET'S VALUE BECAUSE I NEED LIQUIDITY IN ORDER TO FINISH THE HOUSE THAT I AM BUILDING.

If you are decided we are going to have a safe deal.
Please get back to me to explain you more.

I`m waiting for your reply as soon as possible.

Thank you!
--
Air Force MSgt. Robert Q Bittner
Air National Guard
McGuire New Jersey

Yeah, the Ol' Msgt has been sending that one around for a while, I got it from a craigslist ad I had a while back.
Marc
1997 245 Osprey, 250 HPDI.  SOLD

December 16, 2011, 05:26:39 PM
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Re: Buyer beware!
« Reply #2 on: December 16, 2011, 05:26:39 PM »
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Quote from: "wingtime"
As you all know I was screwed on my 245 EX Deal.  To add insult to injury I come home to find this email from an obvious scammer about a Explorer for sale...  


Hello,

Sorry for mailing you so late!
I'm glad that you're interested in my boat.The boat is in good condition, has no technical damages at all, no scratches or dents,no hidden defects.The boat has been looked after very well - washed and cleaned every two weeks. The interior is in virtually spotless condition. The seats are clean and not torn. The exterior is in excellent condition. It comes with all the documents needed for registration, it has a clear title and it can be registered into your name at any time. There are no known problems with the boat as far as I know.
 
The total price is $5800? including shipping and delivery taxes to your address.

I AM SELLING UNDER THE MARKET'S VALUE BECAUSE I NEED LIQUIDITY IN ORDER TO FINISH THE HOUSE THAT I AM BUILDING.

If you are decided we are going to have a safe deal.
Please get back to me to explain you more.

I`m waiting for your reply as soon as possible.

Thank you!
--
Air Force MSgt. Robert Q Bittner
Air National Guard
McGuire New Jersey

Yeah, the Ol' Msgt has been sending that one around for a while, I got it from a craigslist ad I had a while back.

I remember that, looks like the same guy.
Scott
1997 225 Explorer

December 16, 2011, 05:31:26 PM
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Re: Buyer beware!
« Reply #3 on: December 16, 2011, 05:31:26 PM »
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Please get back to me to explain you more.
He showed his hand there.
Rick
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December 16, 2011, 06:00:50 PM
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Re: Buyer beware!
« Reply #4 on: December 16, 2011, 06:00:50 PM »
How the hell did he get your email address?

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December 16, 2011, 07:39:48 PM
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Re: Buyer beware!
« Reply #5 on: December 16, 2011, 07:39:48 PM »
Ug.

Have been thinking over what transpired.

If a man can't keep his word...it follows that he is without honor.

It is therefore plausible that his statements "in good faith" were untrue...and meant to deceive.

Let us give thanks...and pity the victim.

December 16, 2011, 08:53:39 PM
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Re: Buyer beware!
« Reply #6 on: December 16, 2011, 08:53:39 PM »
That "Master Sarge" has been around for a few years now... :x  :x  :x


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December 16, 2011, 09:23:10 PM
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Re: Buyer beware!
« Reply #7 on: December 16, 2011, 09:23:10 PM »
I have seen this scam before.  I have no idea how he got my email since it was on my "secondary" e-mail and I do not send any out from that account.  I was surprised by the subject "aquasport explorer foe sale" and I thought it was in relation to the 245 debacle until I opened it.
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1987 170 w/ Evinrude 90

December 16, 2011, 09:29:05 PM
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Re: Buyer beware!
« Reply #8 on: December 16, 2011, 09:29:05 PM »
Same guy (group) was phishing motorcycles awhile back. They get your e-mail somehow (if you respond to an ad). I'm too stupid to know how but they do. When I was looking two years ago, I got one for a WAC. Always seems to be a "military man". Helps the scam I suppose. :thumbdown:
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December 16, 2011, 09:36:42 PM
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« Reply #9 on: December 16, 2011, 09:36:42 PM »
Forget the spammer.

Lets all get to work to find what wing deservingly  has coming to him.

December 16, 2011, 09:40:10 PM
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Re: Buyer beware!
« Reply #10 on: December 16, 2011, 09:40:10 PM »
we will find you a better one! hang in there bro! :salut:
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December 16, 2011, 11:23:17 PM
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Re: Buyer beware!
« Reply #11 on: December 16, 2011, 11:23:17 PM »
Thanks guys!  I appreciate it!  :salut:
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