Better Business Bureau warns of online scam targeting classic car enthusiasts
A North Carolina man told the agency he was targeted by a fake Facebook ad and website from Classic Leyland Restorations Powered by Premier Motorsports, LLC in Prospect, costing him $30,000.
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The Better Business Bureau is warning people about an online vehicle scam that targets classic car enthusiasts.
They say business owners have had their companies' identities stolen by a scammer who took thousands from enthusiasts.
A North Carolina man told the agency he was targeted by a fake Facebook ad and website from Classic Leyland Restorations Powered by Premier Motorsports, LLC in Prospect, costing him $30,000.
Owner Liz Sapata says she heard of people as far as Idaho being scammed by similar ads.
Sapata says her company does not have a website or any social media accounts. However, the fake Facebook page created by the scammer is still up, but the phone number on it does not match that of the either Classic Leyland Restorations or Premier Motorsports, LLC.
People who are looking at vehicles online are urged not to wire any money until they see the car in person.
Red flags the bureau says to look out for include the following:
The price is significantly below market for the car.
You cannot meet the seller or inspect the car in person.
Money must be sent to a supposed third party recommended by the seller.
Payment is by gift card or bank to bank wire transfer.
