1968 Charger on Craigslist - too good to be true?

[Wasco]

There is a '68 Charger for sale on Craigslist, way over in Rhode Island, that seems like a great deal.  I just received a response from the seller confirming the car is still available and has a clear title.  I've decided it's just too far away for me, but maybe someone on here is closer and could score it.  The way he worded his response sent up a red flag, but if it was local to me, I'd follow through to see if it's legit.  If this thing is real, and you are paying a finder's fee, donate it to a food bank.  On the other hand, if this is a scam and some African prince steals your money - that's on you!

https://providence.craigslist.org/atq/7100715641.html

[tan top]

it does sound a bit iffy the way its worded  , & pictures are next to use less imo    in the days of digital cameras there is no excuse to post  pictures like this to sell a car

[tan top]

 

[Wasco]

It's  been listed for a month (updated nine days ago) in the 'antiques' section, which might have helped keep it under the radar, but I can't believe it hasn't been picked up locally - especially if it was getting worked on at a shop.   

[68RT440]

It's been on the Columbus, OH CL for a while. Not sure if it's a scam or not but it almost seems like it.

[1968Fever]

It's a scam.  It is used on Craigslist often in different parts of the country.  The real listing was from Ebay In September 2019 and it was in Ohio.  Here is a link to when it was featured on Barnfinds.com

https://barnfinds.com/plenty-of-parts-included-1968-dodge-charger/

[Wasco]

Interesting they didn't use the passenger side picture showing the damage.  The price would seem more realistic (still low, in this market, even for a 318 car).  What's the endgame with the scam?  Lead someone on with conversation about the car because they are lonely or try to get the person to wire a 'deposit'?  How do these usually play out?

[F8-4life]

Scam for sure. Sold on ebay for 14-15k I think?

[miller time]

If you're ever curious if an add is fake, call or email the seller, they will 99% of the time tell you to email another person or they put an email address in the add.
I wish the government would hike the penalties for criminals that do things like that, the scams are everywhere, I've seen about 50 in the last two weeks looking for an atv and tractor.

[Wasco]

The adventure continues:  in response to my request a couple days ago for the VIN and a picture of the option tag, I received this helpful response which had the same pictures as the eBay listing (still minus the damaged passenger side) and an offer to ship it for free!  I think I'll string this along a little more and ask for the name of the auto broker (there are a few in the town he mentions) so I can set up an inspection of the vehicle and see what he says to that.  I assume the scam comes when he asks me to wire his 'broker' the money.  I want to ask him if anyone actually falls for this.  Anyone recognize the VIN?

"Hello there,

I have attached a full set of pictures for you. Please check them. Here is the VIN: XP29F8B227399
I'm sorry for this late response but I was out of civilization and I had no internet connection. I am working offshore and I don't know when I will return because of this coronavirus. The car is located at the auto broker in Oak Creek, WI crated and ready to go. The car belonged to my father that recently passed away. He was the second owner. The car, the title, two sets of keys, manuals and some service history records is what you will get from the auto broker. I arranged for the sale right before I left, so all set on my end. I propose to close the deal through a auto broker, in the most safe and easiest way possible for both of us. Basically, it's similar to buying a car locally, the money will be sent to their holding account, and they will keep the money until you will receive the car. After the car is delivered, you will have a 7 days inspection period before you decide if you wish to keep it or not. If you are serious about buying the car, I will ship it anywhere with no extra cost. If you want to move forward please contact me back so we can get the ball rolling.

Thank you and stay safe,