Need Advice With CL Deal

[*[ghostText]]

I know this a stupid question, but is it safe to pay a CL seller through their bank account? Saw a pair of XX on CL in a nearly brand new condition with a price below $300.. The guy is willing to ship the glasses to me but will only receive payment through his bank acct, im a skeptical on sending my money thinking that i might get scammed and not get my money back. Im also thinking of driving 200 miles to pick them up.. Any advice?

 

[RonkPM]

I've done it, but only after having a long conversation with the guy over a few days. It's all on whether or not you get a good feeling during talking with him. There is always the risk involved. If it doesn't feel right, don't do it. Factor in your cost of fuel too...might be easier/cheaper to find another pair elsewhere.

 

[*[ghostText]]

Thanks bro.. I'm really tempted to drive 200miles just to grab those TiO2 XX, I dunno if its really worth it, I mean those XX are really hard to find now on a price below retail..

 

[Supero100]

Use a postal money order. Isn't it it mail fraud if he f*s you over then? Inexpensive way to earn a felony. Plus, you have an address to report to police...

 

[moore851]

Is there not someone closer that would e able to pick them up for you? Wouldn't that solve a lot of issues? Am i correct in assuming these are the ones in kalispel?

 

[*[ghostText]]

No,its in a small town in california. I don't know anybody near that area

 

[moore851]

is he willing to accept paypal? or half now and half upon delivry? or even half now and half when you receive tracking confirmation? its a little dodgy, IMH but like ronk said it comes down to your comfort level with the seller

 

[*[ghostText]]

I tried that but he won't, he only accepts bank deposits to ship the item

 

[Iceman]

Use Paypal Invoice and propose that you pay the 3% Paypal fee. That's like 9 bux on $300. That way both of you will be protected. And if you offered to cover the Paypal fee and he still refuses, then it's obviously a scam!

 

[Frogskins]

Straight from CL

Notice their first rule

Just sayin ...

• DEAL LOCALLY WITH FOLKS YOU CAN MEET IN PERSON—follow this one rule and avoid 99% of scam attempts.
• NEVER WIRE FUNDS VIA WESTERN UNION, MONEYGRAM or other wire service - anyone who asks you to do so is likely a scammer.
• FAKE CASHIER CHECKS & MONEY ORDERS ARE COMMON—BANKS WILL HOLD YOU RESPONSIBLE when the fake is discovered weeks later.
• CRAIGSLIST IS NOT INVOLVED IN ANY TRANSACTION, and does not handle payments, provide escrow, "buyer protection" or "seller certification."
• NEVER GIVE OUT FINANCIAL INFORMATION (bank account number, social security number, eBay/PayPal info, etc.).
• AVOID DEALS INVOLVING SHIPPING OR ESCROW SERVICES and know that ONLY A SCAMMER WILL "GUARANTEE" YOUR TRANSACTION.
• DO NOT RENT HOUSING OR PURCHASE GOODS SIGHT-UNSEEN—that amazing rental or cheap item may not exist.
• DO NOT SUBMIT TO CREDIT OR BACKGROUND CHECKS until you have met the job interviewer or landlord/agent in person.