Jim Maidens, a lifelong car guy from East Tennessee, believed he had scored the deal of a lifetime on Facebook Marketplace. But after wiring over $26,000 for a 1963 Corvette he never saw in person, he learned the hard way that not every listing is legit.

Key Points

• The Setup: Seller claimed the Corvette was low-mileage, in great shape, and ready to ship.

• The Trap: A bill of sale and fake transport company added false legitimacy.

• The Burn: Maidens wired $26,750—and then got blocked by the scammer.

Maidens reported the fraud, but the damage was done. It’s a tough reminder for vintage car lovers: never send cash before seeing the metal.

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