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Kijiji Daily Deals
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Kijiji Daily Deals Summary
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Update: 8/27/2013 at 9:09 AM PST, Kijiji Daily Deals is NOT INTERESTED in addressing their posted consumer complaints on Scambook:
"I received a reply from Kijiji Today 7/24/2013 at 10:50 AM PST:"Hello Kristina May,Sorry - no, we are not interested. But thank you for following up.
Best regards,
Shawn
Kijiji Canada"Kijiji is not interested in reaching out to their consumers at this time."Information about Kijiji Daily Deals was first submitted to Scambook on Jan 14, 2014. Since then the page has accumulated 62 consumer complaints. On average users reported $422.59 of damages. Scambook's investigation team reached out to this company a total of 14 times, Scambook Investigators last contacted them on Aug 27, 2013.
Company Information
- Address:
- 701 - 2 St. Clair Avenue East
- Toronto ON M4T 2T5
- Website:http://www.kijiji.net
- Phone:(416) 297-7000
- Email:Email Not Yet on File
- Additional Employees: No known Employees
- Outdated Info? Add company information suggestion
- This Company Page started on January 14th, 2014.
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Company Statistics
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Complaints Unresolved
62
- Unresolved Reported Damage $26,200.72
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So I tried the number on my mastercard statement which brings you to ebay!(416-961-1970) but they DO NOT deal with customers over the phone- only online. I finally gave up and told mastercard that I made a purchase but did not receive my items> They reimbursed me and it is now something that they are looking into. What a load off- but I am so Angry because I really wanted the items for my husband. STICK TO GROUPON! STAY AWAY FROM KIJIJI DEAL!!!!!!!!!!!!
Thanks
Emily Butler
PS: I am sorry for the long email but I couldn't explain the process in less words.
I'm glad you are still interested. The trailer is in excellent condition, absolutely nothing wrong with it, it's very clean. The title is in the BuyTradeSell Trading Post possession as well, already signed by me and notarized so they will be responsible for the title transfer.
BuyTradeSell Trading Post specialize in online consignment sales for individuals, businesses, and non-profit groups. The company website is www.buytrade-selltradingpost.com
I really understand all what you said, but i want you to know that its my persononal assistand so he hack my cell phone and my computer and using all my information for scam, so he just got caught last week, and he as been in jail for now, so that's the causes of everything so am really sorry about this, not only you that told me this a friend of mine malaysia called me and told me this as well, ok .. so i will not want you to be skeptic about this ... am not such a stupid person like that, ok
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•Examine the car using an inspection checklist. You can find checklists in magazines, books, and on websites that deal with used cars.
•Test drive the car under varied road conditions — on hills, highways, and in stop-and-go traffic.
•Ask for the car's maintenance record from the owner, dealer, or repair shop.
•Talk to the previous owner, especially if the current owner is unfamiliar with the car's history.
•Hire a mechanic to inspect the car.
•Determine the value of the vehicle before you negotiate the purchase. Check the National Automobile Dealers Association's (NADA) Guides, Edmunds, and Kelley Blue Book.
•Research the frequency of repair and maintenance costs on the models in auto-related consumer magazines. The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Vehicle Safety Hotline (1-888-327-4236) and website gives information on recalls.
•Check a trusted database service that gathers information from state and local authorities, salvage yards, and insurance companies for an independent and efficient review of a vehicle’s history. For example, the Department of Justice’s National Motor Vehicle Title Information System (NMVTIS) offers information about a vehicle’s title, odometer data, and certain damage history. Expect to pay a nominal fee for each report. The National Insurance Crime Bureau (NICB) maintains a free database that includes flood damage and other information so you can investigate a car's history by its Vehicle Identification Number (VIN). You also can search online for companies that sell vehicle history reports. If the report isn't recent or you suspect that it has missing or fabricated information, verify it with the service. Some dealer websites have free links to reports directly from the services.
Don’t pay before you get the vehicle
Never agree to pay for the vehicle upfront or send money via wire transfer. While a small deposit can be a great way to let the seller know you’re serious about purchasing the car, don’t hand over the full amount to the seller until the day the car is ready to go home with you. If the seller requests a third-party escrow service, investigate the service to make sure it’s legitimate and secure, as many online escrow sites are fraudulent.
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Take the vehicle for a pre-purchase inspection
Get an independent, licensed mechanic to give the vehicle a detailed pre-purchase inspection. He or she will be able to spot any issues that the vehicle might have as well as share any concerns about potential repairs or replacements that will cost you down the road. Bring your CarProof report with you as you’ll want to verify that any damage was properly repaired.
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Get a good read on the odometer
Rolling the odometer back is a sneaky way to increase the value of a car with high mileage. Have a look at the actual odometer – do all of the numbers line up and is there any evidence of sabotage (scratches, cracks) in and around the odometer? Does the wear and tear of the seats, steering wheel, brake pedals and overall interior show more use than the mileage would indicate? The average vehicle use per year is around 20,000 kilometres so if the car falls far below this you might want to question it.
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Double check the condition of the car
When you get the opportunity to check out the vehicle, give both the inside and the outside a thorough inspection to make sure it’s consistent with the condition that the seller is advertising. When it comes time to go for a test drive, don’t rush – it could take up to 30 minutes to accurately gauge how well the vehicle is running. Don’t forget to listen for any strange or telling noises.
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Get the CarProof report
A CarProof Vehicle History Report will provide you with comprehensive and real-time information that gives you a complete history of the vehicle including accident information, registration details, cross-Canada lien information and a full U.S. history. Ask the seller if they can provide you with a report or buy your own to ensure you know the full story behind the vehicle. Each CarProof report comes with an active web link from CarProof.com. You should check the link, as well as the paper copy, to make sure the hardcopy the seller provided corresponds with the online version.
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Check out the dealer
If you’re buying your used car from a dealership, then look into the dealer’s background and reputation. Each province in Canada has a provincial governing body that issues dealer licenses, a requirement in order to legally sell vehicles in Canada.
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Look for liens and stolen cars
A CarProof report will tell you if there are enforceable liens from anywhere in Canada on the car. A lien is an ownership interest that a vehicle owner grants to a party, as security or collateral for a loan. If the vehicle does have an outstanding lien on it, the new owner could be liable for it. CarProof’s reports also contain information from the Canadian Police Information Centre and by reading the report, you’ll know if a vehicle is marked as actively stolen.
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Verify the seller’s identity and the VIN
Ask your seller for proof of identity and check that the seller’s name and address matches up with the information on the vehicle registration form. You want to know that the person selling the vehicle is actually the owner. Make sure you’re looking at the actual registration form as well and not a photocopy.
Buying A Used Car
Top 10 Ways to Avoid Used Car Fraud
by Amanda Hudson | Apr 17, 2013
Next to a house, buying a car is one of the most important purchases you as a consumer can make. Purchasing a used car can be the perfect way to find a vehicle that suits your needs, your lifestyle and your budget.
As with any major purchase, you need to do your due diligence before buying a used car to make sure the vehicle is right for you and to avoid any frauds or scams. This process requires research, careful consideration and time to look around at different models and retail avenues.
We’ve compiled 10 tips to help you navigate the used vehicle market and ensure you get a great deal and a great car.
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Watch for ads or sellers that are too good to be true
If you’re searching through online or print classifieds and the price of a vehicle seems too low in comparison to what other people are charging or what the typical value of that make and model is, then you might want to consider why this is. This also holds true throughout the shopping process – if the seller will only communicate by email, gets too pushy or does something that sets off your alarm bells, walk away from the sale.
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Beware of curbsiders (also called curbstoners and curbers)
A curbsider is an unlicensed individual, dealer or retailer who sells cars with the goal of making a profit. A curber will buy up vehicles and instead of registering them under their own name, they post the same vehicles for sale with a mark-up. The curber will pose as the previous owner or tell potential buyers that they’re selling the car for a family member or friend, often playing on a buyer’s emotions by telling them a sad story. A curber might misrepresent the real condition of the car, turn back the odometer or hide major issues and will typically convince the new buyer to pay with cash in order to avoid a paper trail. The curber ends up making a profit on the vehicle but avoids paying any taxes.
A history report is like any tool, and there is a limit to what each tool can accomplish. No history report can determine the current condition of a vehicle.
You cannot negotiate your best deal unless you know the exact condition of the vehicle. The ONLY way to determine the current condition of all the mechanical, electrical, body & frame is to have it professionally inspected by an ASE Certified Master Technician for all the mechanical and electrical systems, and Body & Frame Specialist for accident damage.
Internet sites are full of complaints and problems with Carfax. If you have a complaint or see a mistake on a report, you must contact them via email and wait for them to respond (Carfax does not allow phoned in complaints). Carfax will not perform an investigation when you dispute a negative report. Carfax requires the consumer to get documentation disputing what Carfax has in its database. Obtaining proof is usually tedious and time consuming. Some errors are impossible to dispute especially if the reported information is erroneous.
11) Carfax hides behind their disclaimer.
Many Carfax customers have purchased used vehicles with a “clean” Carfax report only to discover existing problems and accident damages resulting in a financial loss. When confronted by their customers, Carfax refers them to their disclaimer.
The perception created by Carfax, suggests their history reports contain comprehensive historical information on used vehicles. Carfax touts it has over 34,000 data sources of information. However, that's less than 10% of the estimated automotive industry sources.
For years, Carfax advertised itself as “your best protection against buying a used car with costly, hidden problems”. Currently, Carfax advertising states: Don't run the risk of buying a used car with costly hidden problems. Get a detailed vehicle history report from our nationwide database within seconds”.
Consumers are led to believe that if the Carfax report is “clean” they eliminated the risks when purchasing a used vehicle.
Carfax does not tell you who currently owns the vehicle. Carfax only displays the registration state. You have to contact the DMV to determine the registered owner.
7) Any State's annual safety and/or emission tests are very limited.
A Carfax report might show that a vehicle passed a States’ annual safety and/or emission test. However, these annual safety and/or emissions tests do not cover most mechanical and electrical systems. A previous safety and/or emission test cannot tell the buyer the current condition of any component or systems.
8) Carfax is a "history" report, not a “current” report.
There will always be a time lag from when a negative incident occurs and when (or if) it get into a Carfax report. This time lag can be significant and allow a damaged vehicle to be re-sold before Carfax reports the negative information.
9) Carfax reports are expensive for the small amount of useful information.
A Carfax report sells for $40. Pay that amount and 1) you can’t be 100% sure if the vehicle was ever in an accident(s) or totaled, 2) the quality of any previous accident damage, 3) if the vehicle was abused or well maintained, 4) the existing condition of ANY mechanical or electrical system.
3) There is no centralized database for automotive repairs.
Carfax does not have any type of reporting mechanism to obtain automotive repairs that are performed each day by franchise repair facilities, independent repair facilities, used car dealers, auction reconditioning, wholesalers, shade tree mechanics, and the millions of do-it-yourselfers. Many Carfax reports show little or no repair information compared to the hundreds of thousands automotive repairs performed each day. Even if Carfax reports a repair, it cannot tell if the problem was fixed correctly or if there are additional mechanical/electrical problems with the vehicle.
4) Carfax does not verify its information.
Carfax does not verify the information provided by its sources. Today’s vehicle identification number (VIN) is comprised 17 letters and digits. It is easy to input an incorrect VIN or mileage or other identifying information. Any mistake can cause a Carfax report to wrongly show "mileage discrepancies, airbag deployment, accident damage, salvage, ect…" Any database manager will tell you, “garbage in, garbage out”.
5) Used car dealers know the limitations of a Carfax report.
Some dealers knowingly buy vehicles with frame and accident damages but have a "clean" Carfax report. They sell these damaged vehicles to unsuspecting buyers by showing a Carfax report with “no structural damage reported" and “no accidents or damage reported to Carfax”.
Limitations and Problems with Carfax or any Vehicle History Report
A history report is like any tool, and there is a limit to what each tool can accomplish. For example, you can’t rebuild an engine using only a screw driver, and you can’t determine the current condition of a vehicle with a history report.
1) Not all totaled vehicles end up with negative “reconditioned or salvage” titles.
A Carfax report will show if a vehicle was totaled only if two things happen. First, someone has to create and submit the paperwork which changes the status of the title, and second, Carfax must retrieve that information. If the paperwork was never submitted to the State’s DMV, the title will never be changed. For example, State Farm was sued for not reporting 32,000 to 40,000 “totaled” vehicles to the State’s DMV. Since the titles were never changed, these totaled vehicles were patched together and re-sold to the public with the original "clean" title and a "clean" Carfax report. State Farm was found guilty and agreed to pay $40 million in fines. Automotive experts estimate State Farm made between $60 to $80 million buy not reporting these vehicles to the DMV. This is an easy way to achieve high profit margins and this is not an isolated incident.
In addition, Carfax fails to inform their customers that there are States that do not report negative comments on their titles. These titles will not show any past problems such as “salvage, rebuilt, true miles unknown, theft recovery, etc…" Carfax’s buyback guarantee is not enforceable since the title was never changed to “totaled”.
2) There is no centralized database for accident reports or accident repairs.
Not all insurance companies disclose or share their accident information to Carfax. Carfax admits that there are thousands of accidents each day which will never show up on a Carfax report.