Am I getting scammed?

[Charlie Bernstein]

Originally Posted by RJVB

Calling an unknown seller "brother"? Yeah, that also tripped my paranoia switch! . . .

Reverb isn't Craigslist. The transaction is routine, and the money is safe.

[Charlie Bernstein]

Originally Posted by Lillis

Well I played it safe and canceled sale (at least I think I did,I initiated a refund). I think it will sell soon. Thanks for the input. I'm not selling it for the rent money so I'll wait for a sale that won't have me anxious about it. Time for an AGF bump

Next time, trust Reverb. It's as safe as any online shopping site. Again: They escrow your money!

[Merlemantel]

Originally Posted by Lillis

Well my CEO7 sold on reverb. Buyer wants me to ship it to New Jersey and his friend will take it to him in Brazil. Just doesn’t feel above board but I’m naturally suspicious on things like this. Once payment clears am I safe to ship?
His message:

Hello brother! Let me ask you… whats the faster way you can send the guitar?! I mean, I from Brazil and a friend of mine from kearny NJ will come to Brazil and bring the guitar to me. Can you help me get this guitar delivered before march 21st please?

Thanks
Jim

No. Do not do this. Something isn't right.

[frankmcr]

Originally Posted by Charlie Bernstein

1. Reverb could go out of business and have all its assets seized overnight.

2. The global monetary system could collapse, rendering all legal tender worthless.

3. An asteroid with an overactive pituitary could pulverize Earth.

But all that could happen no matter who the buyer is.

Or you could ship the guitar to someone other than the person who bought it. But everything would probably work out okay.

[gmel555]

Originally Posted by Lillis

Well I played it safe and canceled sale (at least I think I did,I initiated a refund).....

You made the right decision IMHO. I sell occasionally on Reverb and I would have absolutely declined this sale. I'd NEVER ship to someone other than the buyer. If they really wanted the deal, the NJ contact should be the buyer. At that point you're out of the picture and they can figure out getting paid back from his Brazilian buddy before or after hand delivering the guitar. The extra pressure put on you for speedy delivery is all the more suspicious. Good call.

[Rosette]

Originally Posted by Moldstar

Reverb protection is the real deal, and Reverb almost always sides with the buyer. If you are nervous, document your shipping process, and use reverb shipping. I am just not sure how this is a scam.

If Reverb “almost always sides with the buyer” then the seller has a good reason to worry about scams

[Lillis]

OP here. I did cancel the sale and I'm relieved I did. Never heard back from the potential "buyer" so take that as you will. I do appreciate ALL the input.

Jim

[UncleJesse]

hope you find another buyer soon!