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A d800 for $1399

http://www.amazon.com/gp/offer-listing/B0076AYNXM/ref=dp_olp_used?ie=UTF8&condition=used&m=A2QQS84QZ982V1

The 14-24 for only $1056

http://www.amazon.com/gp/offer-listing/B000VDCTCI/ref=dp_olp_used?ie=UTF8&condition=used&m=A2QQS84QZ982V1

New seller with 0 feedback. Be careful guys.



Jun 18, 2013 at 08:16 PM
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p.1 #2 · p.1 #2 · Scam seller on Amazon - watchout. D800 for $1399


I sent Amazon an e-mail about this. It does indeed look suspicious.


Jun 18, 2013 at 08:24 PM
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p.1 #3 · p.1 #3 · Scam seller on Amazon - watchout. D800 for $1399


I reported them - here's the chat. Let's see how fast Amazon works to protect their customers. (chat edited for personal info)

Chat
End Chat
You are now connected to Sasi Kumar from Amazon.com
Me:Hi, I think someone has set up a fraud or pfishing site on Amazon
Sasi Kumar:Hi,
This is Sasi from Amazon.com
Me:Sasi - there is a seller with VERY LOW prices. I tried to buy something but keep getting an address error
Saying my normal address isn't valid
They have their email posted and I think they are going to trick people into circumventing Amazon and then run fraud on them
Sasi Kumar:Can I have the URL of the item, please?
Me:People are probably unaware - it's this seller USED lens
yes let me find it. I have to go back
vme electronics
http://www.amazon.com/gp/offer-listing/...(See full link)
They are selling way below others
It's 'too good to be true"
When I tried within Amazon I kept getting error message to change my address.
just launched seller with 0 feedback
You there ?
Sasi Kumar:Yes.
Me:What do you think ? Maybe a supervisor has seen this before.
Sasi Kumar:Would you mind if I put you on hold for a minute or two while I check that for you?
Me:Important Message
There is a slight problem with your order. (See below.)
Type/Item/Price Qty. Send to:
Nikon 14-24mm f/2.8G ED AF-S Nikkor Wide Angle Zoom Lens - NIKON
$1,059.00 - In Stock
Condition: Used - Like New
Sold by: VMeElecrtonics
We're sorry. This item can't be shipped to your selected destination. You may either change the shipping address or delete the item from your order.

No - do what you need to do
I think it's a fraud phishing scheme
Sasi Kumar:Thanks for waiting,
May I have the complete address you'd like to be delivered, please
Me:Sasi - it's my home address
The seller is fraud. No way they are selling a $3000 camera for $1399
What are you trying to do ?
Sasi Kumar:I'd like to ask you to send a report to our investigations team about this. Each report they receive is investigated and the appropriate action is taken. Please go to the link below and select "Report a violation of our rules" as the subject line:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/help/reports
The Listing ID field is optional. If you don't have that information, please just enter "Not Applicable" when submitting the form.

Me: WTF ? You send it - what are you talking about.
There's a criminal using amazon and you should pull the plug on them
Let me talk to a supervisor
Sasi Kumar:Please be on hold, let me connect to my supervisor.
A Customer Service Associate will be with you in a moment.
You are now connected to Antony from Amazon.com
Me:Antony
Antony:Hello,
I'm Antony from chat escalation team.
Me:You guys have a new seller with prices 50% less than normal.
When I try to buy I get the address warning issued above
Antony:Can you please stay online for 1 to 2 minutes while I check your previous contact with us?
Me:I think it's a fraud phishing scheme
No matter what address I enter I get the same error. They have an email address - I think they are trying to circumvent Amazon. Eager buyers hoping for a deal will contact them and provide cc info and then poof
Antony:Thanks for waiting,
Yes, I can see that as it is listed as:
If you placing an Order please write only to: [email protected]
Me:yep
Antony:All Amazon Marketplace and most Amazon Merchant orders should be placed on our website (using our Shopping Cart or 1-Click ordering) and paid through Amazon; to circumvent this system is a serious violation of our terms of use.
Me:they are a new seller
0 feedback
you should tear them down - escalate
because they are probably pulling in suckers by the minute
Antony:Sure. I can forward this to our investigations team.
Can you please stay online for 2 minutes while I do that?
Me:everyone loves a good deal but these guys are priced half and less
yes
I can stay
Antony:Thanks for waiting.
I've forwarded the details you sent us to our investigations team. Each report they receive is investigated and the appropriate action is taken.
Thanks for letting us know about this,
Me:I hope they are fast Antony. I feel sorry for the people getting ripped off.
Does Amazon vet these sellers?
Antony:All reports are thoroughly investigated by our investigations team and proper action will be taken.
Mek -
we're done?
Antony:Is there anything else I can do for you today?
Me:Shut these criminals down fast. If there still up ripping people off I go to the blogosphere.
Antony:I can confirm this will be investigated and proper action will be taken,
Me:You say so. We'll see.
Antony:We look forward to seeing you again soon. To close this window, please click the "end chat" link.



Jun 18, 2013 at 08:27 PM
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p.1 #4 · p.1 #4 · Scam seller on Amazon - watchout. D800 for $1399


That looked painful. Which is why I prefer to e-mail them. I prefer one way conversations where I'm doing all the talking.


Jun 18, 2013 at 08:33 PM
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p.1 #5 · p.1 #5 · Scam seller on Amazon - watchout. D800 for $1399


To my surprise they have been shut down. We did it!


Jun 18, 2013 at 08:39 PM
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p.1 #6 · p.1 #6 · Scam seller on Amazon - watchout. D800 for $1399


Good job jumping on this and bringing it to their attention. Of course, it could also mean the seller "sold" all the D800s and 14-24s.


Jun 18, 2013 at 08:48 PM
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p.1 #7 · p.1 #7 · Scam seller on Amazon - watchout. D800 for $1399


They're all gone. Not a trace of the seller. They had 40-50 other items.


Jun 18, 2013 at 09:40 PM
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p.1 #8 · p.1 #8 · Scam seller on Amazon - watchout. D800 for $1399


MaxBerlin, good work. Your diligence paid off and you doubtless saved some people heartache today. Thanks-


Jun 18, 2013 at 09:45 PM
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p.1 #9 · p.1 #9 · Scam seller on Amazon - watchout. D800 for $1399


Nice work getting them shut down, but seriously folks

- who would be silly enough to think they could get a $3000 camera for $1400?

Sadly there are people who would fall for that. A fool and his money are soon parted...



Jun 18, 2013 at 10:03 PM
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p.1 #10 · p.1 #10 · Scam seller on Amazon - watchout. D800 for $1399


...A well meaning Mom or Dad, or Grandmom or Granddad, who uses Amazon but isn't into photography, and has overheard a loved one say or hint that a certain Nikon camera might be a great graduation/wedding/etc. gift... those are just a few examples of the many unsuspecting but intelligent types of persons that could be scammed.


Jun 19, 2013 at 12:13 AM
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p.1 #11 · p.1 #11 · Scam seller on Amazon - watchout. D800 for $1399


The sellers emailed me this AM. I am messing with them.

I tried to buy the D800 you have for sale but Amazon wasn't working last night. How do I buy it? What's the price with shipping to Kansas City?

The Nikon D800 Body is New still available for sale, (listed as 'used' because the box was opened - the Camera is in New condition, not used, no scratches, not actions shutter), comes with 12 months Nikon warranty receipt and all manufacturer supplied accessories. The total price is $1,399.00 including shipping taxes.

If you want to buy send me your full name and address and I will contact Amazon asap to process an order for you. delivery will take 4 - 6 days. my return policy is full money back in 14 days.

Regards,
Mike Oliver




Jun 19, 2013 at 09:58 AM
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p.1 #12 · p.1 #12 · Scam seller on Amazon - watchout. D800 for $1399


They just sent photos of the camera I'll be getting. (It's actually tempting at this point) The camera looks really good and the price is....... oh so sweet.

I keep wondering how this will play out.

Do you have the serial number of the camera ? I think you can tell if it's a US version that way. And some photos of the camera?

Please see the attachment. We can't have Serial Number at this moment because the Nikon is already to FedEx.

Regards,
Mike Oliver

Vema zShop Electronics




Jun 19, 2013 at 10:34 AM
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p.1 #13 · p.1 #13 · Scam seller on Amazon - watchout. D800 for $1399


OK - here is is - a very official looking email from Amazon, Greece, England, Bank Wire.... no thanks.

Shipping Details : Vema zShop
Order #: 103-9931915-1674297
Items: Nikon D800 36.3 MP CMOS FX-Format Digital SLR Camera (Body Only) [Electronics]
Shipping Method: Standard
Subtotal of Items: $1,399.00
Shipping & Handling: $0.00
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Total for this Order: $1,399.00

Delivery estimate: June 23, 2013 - June 26, 2013


1 "Nikon D800 36.3 MP CMOS FX-Format Digital SLR Camera (Body Only)"
Electronics; $1,399.00
Sold by: [email protected]

The payment method available for this order is Bank Wire
Amazon Payments requires the payment for this order to be submitted via Bank Transfer. The transfer will be sent to one of Amazon Representatives (see details below). As soon as payment will be confirmed and verified, this order will automatically appear under the buyer Amazon account. Please follow our instructions in order to complete the transaction safely. The buyer payment will be on hold until buyer confirms that the purchased merchandise has been received. As soon Amazon Payments receives the buyer confirmation, the buyer payment will be released and the seller will receive his payment.
If you need further assistance contact Amazon Payments Support by clicking here

How to complete payment?
• Pay for the transfer with cash at your Bank Agency.
• Confirm payment to Amazon Payments, reply this order with your customer receipt from your Bank Agency.

Please make the payment to Amazon Agent Representative:
Account Name: APETRI MIHAELA
Owner Address: Xanthou 5, Athens 10673, Greece
IBAN: GR79 0120 0260 0000 0007 0253 232
Account: 70-253-232
SWIFT: EMPOGRAA
Bank Address: Platia Karaiskaki 26, Athens 10437, Greece
Bank Name: EMPORIKI BANK

Then wait for the confirmation that the payment was verified. After that you will receive the tracking number for your product.
Ship from Address:
MIKE OLIVER
88 Whitton Avenue East
Greenford
Middlesex
UB6 0QE
United Kingdom




Jun 19, 2013 at 10:57 AM
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p.1 #14 · p.1 #14 · Scam seller on Amazon - watchout. D800 for $1399


maybe you should do it just to help Greece out out of financial strife?


Jun 19, 2013 at 02:05 PM
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p.1 #15 · p.1 #15 · Scam seller on Amazon - watchout. D800 for $1399


I love the spelling of their Amazon shop, "VMeElecrtonics'".
They didn't even take the time to use spell-check before foisting the con game.



Jun 19, 2013 at 02:06 PM
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p.1 #16 · p.1 #16 · Scam seller on Amazon - watchout. D800 for $1399


MaxBerlin wrote:
OK - here is is - a very official looking email from Amazon, Greece, England, Bank Wire.... no thanks.

Shipping Details : Vema zShop
Order #: 103-9931915-1674297
Items: Nikon D800 36.3 MP CMOS FX-Format Digital SLR Camera (Body Only) [Electronics]
Shipping Method: Standard
Subtotal of Items: $1,399.00
Shipping & Handling: $0.00
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OH WOW!!! You even got free shipping. What a DEAL!!!



Kent in SD



Jun 19, 2013 at 04:47 PM
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p.1 #17 · p.1 #17 · Scam seller on Amazon - watchout. D800 for $1399


Nice you should jump on it!! it even comes with the 12 months warranty so no worries!!!

Thanks mark for you vigilance and patience to save people from being ripped off!!



Jun 19, 2013 at 04:59 PM
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p.1 #18 · p.1 #18 · Scam seller on Amazon - watchout. D800 for $1399


Got another follow up today with another account I was messing with them. I used the address of the FBI in Washington and they still sent me an invoice. Instead of suggesting a bank wire this time it was Western Union. Guess they're trying all angles. (besides reducing the price on the 14-24 even further)

I'm done messing with them now.


My Address FBI HQ Washinton DC by Zeissgeist, on Flickr




Jun 20, 2013 at 02:30 PM
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p.1 #19 · p.1 #19 · Scam seller on Amazon - watchout. D800 for $1399


You know it's funny they detail in the payment details how to make sure you give CASH to your financial institution and have it wired to said account...i wonder if bank tellers/associates here in the states are trained to ask questions about these kind of transactions...

"Oh, i see you're sending money to Greece...may i ask what for?"

"Yeah i got a sweet deal on a camera through an Amazon seller."

"You know that's prob a scam, right??"



Jun 20, 2013 at 03:20 PM
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p.1 #20 · p.1 #20 · Scam seller on Amazon - watchout. D800 for $1399


Western Union is always a scam AFAIK. The money can be wired to London and someone can pick it up in Somalia or Sydney or anywhere else.


Jun 20, 2013 at 06:10 PM
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