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Am I being targeted by an overpayment scam? 3 Sep 2022 (Ask HJ)
I have provisionally sold my MG Magnette online. After several days, I received a check paid in Euros for more than the asking price of the car. When I... -
Merc C220d coupe '63 plate, 55,000 miles - In for service 1 month ago, at the garage still... 5 Aug 2022 (Forum)
to say the head gasket has now blown and it will cost £2000. They then say, they are happy to buy the car for £2000 less than Autotrader prices. I've told them I need a day or two to think. I'm not sure if I'm being scammed or just the victim of an unfortunate string -
New service station scam 14 Apr 2022 (Forum)
was 'not a beggar'. I decided this was obviously a scam, and declined to give her money. She accepted this and proceeded to work her way around the car-park, approaching only the men and ingnoring the women, couples and families. Has anyone else been approached by similar scammers? Is this a widespread activity? -
Have used car values hit their peak? 9 Dec 2021 (News)
return, but it isn't a hassle-free option. You’ll need to arrange the adverts for the car, prepare the car for sale and be available for people coming to look at the car. Buyers can turn out to be ‘time wasters’ or out to scam you, although most are genuine so don't -
Is now the time to cash-in on used car market boom? 11 Nov 2021 (News)
to put the effort in, a private sale is likely to give you the best return. You’ll need to arrange the adverts for the car, prepare the car for sale and be available for people coming to look at the car. Buyers can turn out to be ‘time wasters’ or out to scam you, although -
BMW 4 Series Convertible - Sold my car to dealer who never paid the HP off 25 Sep 2021 (Forum)
Hi, Another scam story! I'll try to keep the story v brief; 1. I sold my BMW to a dealer (company name & VAT number were legit). He paid the deposit to me directly. He never payed off the outstanding HP (99% of the value of the car). 2. He sold the vehicle -
Mercedes Estate - Dodgy Solicitors? 31 Aug 2021 (Forum)
obviously have refused. This beggar`s belief! There is no reason for me to make a claim my insurers` behalf and underwrite the legal costs associated with it. Is it proper that this proposal should have been made at all by an established firm of solicitors, or is it a scam? -
Warning of a scam 14 Jun 2021 (Forum)
Some backroomers may be already aware of this, whether via personal experiences or via news outlets, but there's a scam doing the rounds where a 'firm' which appears to be from the Bournemouth are (phone area code 01202) phones you up, saying that you need your loft or wall insulation 'checked -
SCAM ALERT! Car tax refund text message 7 Jun 2021 (Forum)
I have just received a text message that shouts out "SCAM" from the moment it was received. Coming from mobile number +447398230835 Narrative: "DVLA: We have recalculated your vehicle tax. You are owed £48.84 due to overpayment, visit https://dvlaroadtaxrebate.co to claim -
Renault Clio 1.5 Diesel - emissions claim 12 May 2021 (Forum)
any car cookie when i got a online quote for the car. Just a question , Is it wise to follow up any on these emissions claim's via a decent company if you can find one or is it all a scam -
Report uncovers 170,000 'crash for cash' car insurance claims 12 May 2021 (News)
, which are caused by fraudsters in order to gain compensation from insurers. According to the IFB, in most collisions where a vehicle is shunted from behind, the driver of the car behind is deemed ‘at fault’. The key element of a ‘crash for cash’ scam is therefore -
I want to update my car's navigation but the dealer is too expensive. What do you suggest? 19 Apr 2021 (Ask HJ)
I have a 2014 Jaguar XF. I'm looking to update the navigation system. The Jaguar garage is too expensive. Would appreciate your help. Thank you. -
Tesla - Email payment scam 15 Apr 2021 (Forum)
If you buy a Tesla you have to do it online. There are no dealers. There have been cases of scammers sending false bank details and using them to defraud Tesla buyers. https://www.abc.net.au/news/2021-04-15/tesla-invoice-scam-costs-two-australians-electric-car-deposit/13226126 -
How do I safely pay for a car in lockdown? 8 Feb 2021 (Ask HJ)
I'm in Manchester and there's a rare car in Kent that's available privately. I've spoken with owner extensively and we have agreed on a deal. But how do... -
Mokmaskw.com Car Spares Website Scam? 8 Jan 2021 (Forum)
Whilst looking for a spare wheel and tools for my car the above website appeared. I can’t find any reviews for it. The prices do look a bit too cheap - I assume it’s a scam. I sent a message to PayPal, as it’s listed as a payment method, they just directed MR to their buyer -
I sold a car recently, but the buyer now says the clutch has gone. Who has to pay the repair bill? 9 Dec 2020 (Ask HJ)
I privately sold a car 3-4 weeks ago. Now they've come back with a huge bill saying the clutch has gone even though it was serviced three weeks before.... -
SCAMS 4 Dec 2020 (Forum)
I saw these a while back on auto trader when I was looking for a luxury car. The prices were unbelievable so had to be a scam. I would just alert AT who would remove the ad. It must be costing the scammers so much to advertise. But you have to put some blame on AT as the ads are written in the same -
Should I pay a private parking fine? 3 Dec 2020 (Ask HJ)
For the last 30 years, I've been using the Halfords near me. Recently, they have signs from UKPS that you can't park on the left side of the building.... -
How do I tell if an email is a scam? 20 Oct 2020 (Ask HJ)
I’ve just received an email about renewing my driving licence, which I am sure is a phishing attempt. -
Are asset protection, paint protection and extended warranties just commission scams? 12 Oct 2020 (Ask HJ)
When I bought my used cars, the dealer tried to sell me three-year asset protection for £349, ceramic paint protection for £299 and an extended warranty....
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