Frank Smith

SCAM AVOID AT ALL COSTS, the 6 month prepaid plan isn't. They get you to pay for 6 months then charge you the monthly amount anyway.

A common online car sales scam involves tricking sellers into purchasing fake vehicle history reports. Scammers will contact sellers, often through AutoTrader or similar platforms, claiming to be interested buyers. They will then request a vehicle history report, but direct the seller to a specific, often unfamiliar website. These websites are often designed to look legitimate but are actually scams to collect payment and potentially personal information.
Here's how the scam typically unfolds:
The Hook:
A potential buyer contacts the seller, expressing interest in the vehicle.
The Request:
The "buyer" requests a vehicle history report, often insisting on a specific, unfamiliar website.
The Fake Website:
The seller is directed to a website that may appear legitimate but is not an official source for vehicle history reports.
The Payment:
The seller pays for the report, but the website is a scam, and the seller never receives a valid report.
The Loss:
The seller loses money and potentially has their personal information compromised.
To avoid these scams, sellers should:
Be wary of unfamiliar websites: Stick to reputable providers like Carfax, AutoCheck, or VinCheck.info.
Be cautious of requests for specific providers: If a buyer insists on a particular, unfamiliar website, it's likely a scam.
Verify the website: Check for common scam indicators like unusual URLs, misspellings, and lack of contact information.
Report suspicious activity: If you encounter a scam, report it to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC).