I am dealing right now with a guy on Craigs List doing the exact same thing, maybe the same guy:
From: Derek Preston (
prestonderek@hotmail.com)
Sent: Wed 2/20/08 1:03 PM
To: [name]@hotmail.com)
Hi again [name],
the bike is stored in San Francisco (at MoneyBookers storage facility). Usually they deliver the products with a 14-day return policy right after the payment is confirmed, for inspection and pick up prior to delivery you have to schedule an appointment, and it could take up to 25 days until you have it which is more than I`m willing to wait.
If you want to purchase it, let me explain you how MoneyBookers works and how we can proceed:
To start the official transaction I need your full name and delivery address, I forward it to MoneyBookers and they will notify you with all the instructions (payment, shipping, my account status etc.). One of their agents will be assigned to receive and handle the payment. You have to transfer the funds to their agent as per their email directions and when the payment is complete, you have to send them the transfers information, they verify it, deposit the purchase amount in their trust account and start the shipping process. You will have a 14-day return policy, so you will have the chance to test and inspect the bike before funds are released. If you decide to keep it, they have the power of attorney so they will transfer the title into your name and release me the funds, if not they will be responsible for the return shipping and you will have a complete refund within 3 days.
Anyway, they will explain you detailed the entire process.
I am waiting your email.
Thanks
From: [name]@hotmail.com
To:
prestonderek@hotmail.com Subject: RE: Buell on Craigs List
Date: Wed, 20 Feb 2008 00:14:54 +0000
Hi Derek,
Is the bike somewhere that I can inspect it and look it over? I live near LA.
thx-
[name]-
From:
prestonderek@hotmail.com To: [name]@hotmail.com
Subject: RE: Buell on Craigs List
Date: Tue, 19 Feb 2008 19:09:28 +0000
Hi,
the bike is in great condition, has been properly maintained, has never been dropped or abused in any way. It has a clear title and the price I`m selling it for is $2800, which is including all shippings charges.
I live in Los Angeles but I`m currently working in the UK (London) and I`ll be staying here for the next approximately 7 months, anyway I`m using MoneyBookers services so I can sell this bike without difficulty. I left it at their warehouse before leaving to the UK. They are supervising the entire process from payment, shipping with a 14-day inspection period included, returns (if needed) and refunding.
If you want to purchase it, let me know and I will explain you how MoneyBookers works and how we can move forward.
I am waiting your email.
Thanks