Just to give a little background info... I'm trying to sell my sony SZ laptop so that i can buy a powerbook g4. I put it up on craigslist ad about a day ago. I know craigslist always tell you that if its not local its probably a scam. So im trying to keep that in mind. In my ad i mentioned that i bought my laptop for $2,000 about a year and a half ago. It needs a new keyboard and battery. The sz's in good condition are going for about $500. So in my ad i didn't mention a price and i just said to make an offer. So then i get an email from this guy. It sounds just like a scam. But shouldn't i be safe if i'm going through paypal. How could i get burned. I get the cash first. Then send my item. But if it is a scam is there a way to scam the scammer? Not to sound crooked. But i really want my computer sold. This is his email.
Good Afternoon Seller,
Thanks for getting back to me, i will be willing to pay $850 for the item, But i am presently not in the States to complete the transaction by cash... i am presently in the east of europe and i am sending the item to an orphanage home that is based abroad as a token present home and i will be responsible for all shipping expenses via USPS Global Express Mail.so i will add $150 for shiping cost......and i will be paying for the item via PayPal, so Kindly get back to me with your PayPal email Address so that i can send the payment to you as soon as possible..
Regards
Good Afternoon Seller,
Thanks for getting back to me, i will be willing to pay $850 for the item, But i am presently not in the States to complete the transaction by cash... i am presently in the east of europe and i am sending the item to an orphanage home that is based abroad as a token present home and i will be responsible for all shipping expenses via USPS Global Express Mail.so i will add $150 for shiping cost......and i will be paying for the item via PayPal, so Kindly get back to me with your PayPal email Address so that i can send the payment to you as soon as possible..
Regards