Email thread with scammer

[jcmiller]

I put a WTB ad in the local Plymouth Club bulletin a while back for a straight eight engine with transmission.  Yesterday I got an email response that looked suspicious but I decided to send a short reply.  When he failed to tell me where it is and asked for the year/model, I gave him bogus info to see if he would point out the problem or keep trying to sell me something.  He replied with a picture of an engine that was clearly incorrect, asking $550 (thread below).  I was able to find the same picture by googling "1948 dodge engine transmission."  It's a Buick engine, currently listed on Ebay, obviously by someone else.  I'm trying to think of a good response.  Any suggestions? 

 

 

 

"David": Hello,
I have attached the picture of my 1948 Dodge sedan engine/transmission for sale asking price is $550, let me know if my price is OK and i will also need your shipping address thanks. Hope to hear from you soon next.

 

Me: 1948 Dodge sedan. Where is the engine/transmission?

 

"David": Please , let me know the year and model of your car to ensure the correct moto thanks.

 

Me: Hi David, I'm replying to your email about the straight 8 engine and transmission you have for sale.  Where is the engine/transmission? Thanks, Jeff

 

"David": Hello I  have 1946-48 era Chrysler straight 8 engine and transmission for sale in a sound condition , please send me an email if you are interested , for pictures and price thanks. Have a nice day .

[Don Coatney]

Were it me I would ask if the straight 8 engine pictured gives sexual favors. I always ask that question when Rachel with cardholder services calls me. Either that or I ask for one of those low interest credit cards explaining I am In prison for credit card fraud and in need of low interest bail.