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Postby HTCGuy » Sun Jun 21, 2009 2:30 am

Ive been buying computers and PDA's on ebay for a while , While browsing i spotted my perfect laptop a HP HDX 9xxx series 20 incher new in an auction . My suspisions were first raised when i noticed the seller didnt accpt paypal .

Secondly the sellers lack of feedback it seemed to be a dead account from 2003 to just now . Finaly the postal option "Paquete Azul (nacional) hasta 2 kg" The laptop alone weighs 7.5KG :shock:

Ive asked him for a photo of the item showing the serial number and the invoice , Is this cause for concern ?

The item no is 150352660254
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Postby anthonyb5615 » Mon Jun 22, 2009 4:40 am

I would say scam. Sending money order is like cash. After you send money you will never here from him again and he'll make off with $$1500.00 The seller just got a bad feedback I'm not sure what it says but can't be good.
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Postby decca234uk » Wed Jul 15, 2009 10:40 pm

I'd say scam. Don't risk it, it's not worth it. If the accounts been dead for so long it may even be an hacked account. Personally I wouldn't risk it.
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Postby pfm_1027 » Sun Dec 27, 2009 8:49 am

It's a scam! Just forget about the item and find somewhere else.

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Postby manicrabbit » Wed Jan 13, 2010 7:33 am

I'd say that it really is a scam. Good think you acted correctly and you're aware of what is right when buying online.
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Postby salehoo » Sun Jan 24, 2010 4:48 pm

When buying online, we always advise everyone to pay through safe payment methods like credit card or PayPal so that if something goes wrong, then, there is a way for you to get your money back. If the seller does not accept credit card or PayPal, then, you should be very cautious. From what you have said, there is just too much risk involved. I'd say, in cases like this, go with your gut! If you feel there is something weird going on, then, there probably is.
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Postby edwardvettori » Fri May 21, 2010 9:54 am

Exactly!
Why is the seller not accepting the means of payment like paypal?
It is the most widely used payment method. If someone not accepting it, do not pay by some other means...
There are great chances of it to be scam
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