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12-19-2011, 08:16 PM
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#26 | Helps you change your flat, doesn't hit on your girlfriend while doing so
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Originally Posted by Mr.Money bet you these prick's would scam craigslist purchases for high priced electronics's | I was selling my macbook on craigslist a couple weeks back and had an offer immediately. The buyer said his macbook broke, needing one right away and said he had money ready. I thought it was too good to be true because he was paying over my asking price if I could "meet up asap." (I was asking $1950 and he said he'd pay $2000)
He said he didn't have a cell at the moment because he dropped his iPhone but would call me from a payphone. (LOL) I told him sure and that I did not want any $100 bills. He got all defensive and asked why not, saying that was all he had on him but agreed (over the phone) to give me $20's.
We met up and I kept the macbook in my car. Shady looking kid (looked like a 18/19) and he asked about the computer. I told him it's in the car but I asked to see the cash first. The guy pulls out all the 100's, just a glimpse before I can properly inspect them. I told him I didn't want 100's and he kept arguing about why I'm so picky. I told him I'm leaving so he shows me one of the bills to prove they're not fake. I just look at the bill, got in the car and drove away.
The metallic strip wasn't cut straight
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12-19-2011, 08:48 PM
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I don't see why you met up with him...
Anyone that gives some BS excuse to why they don't have a phone and would call you form a payphone is shady as hell. You're lucky he didn't rob you or had a knife on him.
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12-19-2011, 09:04 PM
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#28 | Helps you change your flat, doesn't hit on your girlfriend while doing so
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Yeah I should of been smarter.
I was just anxious to sell the laptop.
I chose a public place to meet but I still could of gotten robbed.
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12-19-2011, 09:13 PM
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#29 | Need my Daily Fix of RS
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^ next time you should arrange a meeting and never show up.
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12-19-2011, 10:26 PM
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#30 | I don't get it
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Originally Posted by iTz_Curt ^ next time you should arrange a meeting and never show up. | He's still trying to sell his laptop so I don't think it would be a good idea to not show up, just in case the guy is legit. There are still some super rare people out there that don't have cell phones.
Good job on OP though for choosing public place and asking for 20's. At least he's aware.
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12-19-2011, 10:47 PM
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#31 | I answer every Emotion with an emoticon
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why do people even counterfit $100... anyone in their right mind would check it twice to make sure its real.. if anything.. counterfit $10 or $20 bills..
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12-19-2011, 11:11 PM
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#32 | Willing to sell body for a few minutes on RS
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Originally Posted by FerrariEnzo why do people even counterfit $100... anyone in their right mind would check it twice to make sure its real.. if anything.. counterfit $10 or $20 bills.. | You're right. According to the Bank of Canada, lower denominated currencies are counterfeited more than larger ones like the $100. Nobody care because it seems petty. But when there is money to be made, don't underestimate. Frequently Asked Questions - Bank of Canada |
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12-19-2011, 11:40 PM
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#33 | Need my Daily Fix of RS
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Originally Posted by EcLiPsEbOi He's still trying to sell his laptop so I don't think it would be a good idea to not show up, just in case the guy is legit. There are still some super rare people out there that don't have cell phones.
Good job on OP though for choosing public place and asking for 20's. At least he's aware. | I understand haha. Just if you somehow did find out your buyer was carrying fakes and what not.
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12-19-2011, 11:47 PM
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#34 | Helps you change your flat, doesn't hit on your girlfriend while doing so
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Originally Posted by iTz_Curt ^ next time you should arrange a meeting and never show up. | That would be such a dick move lol
I would never do that to someone especially if they have my cell number.
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12-20-2011, 12:28 AM
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#35 | I bringith the lowerballerith
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12-20-2011, 05:19 PM
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#36 | I WANT MY 10 YEARS BACK FROM RS.net!
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the only time someone didn't have a cell phone was for buying a bus pass..okay that was probably legit
anyone else = red flag
it's the year 2012...everyone and their dog can get their hands on a cell phone.
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12-20-2011, 10:35 PM
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