Reports indicate the caller asks for quotes on pricey parts and then pushes a bogus tow service. The pattern matches classic scam tactics where fraudsters solicit high‑value items, promise payment with stolen cards, and disappear once the money bounces. If you receive an unexpected text or call requesting engine or parts estimates, verify the requester’s identity through official channels before sharing any details. Never ship merchandise until funds are fully cleared, and avoid wiring money to unknown “towing” firms. Blocking the number and reporting it to your carrier can help curb further attempts. Stay skeptical and keep records of suspicious interactions.
We've received texts requesting engine quotes, as well as attempts to make payments over the phone using fake or stolen credit cards, which typically bounce after 4 to 5 days, highlighting the importance of verifying payments before shipping parts
Typically, such scams involve overpayment and a request to wire money to a 'towing company', which would result in financial loss.
Our shop received a series of suspicious text messages asking about expensive items, but the sender refused to provide their name and attempted to have a vehicle towed without paperwork, indicating a potential scam; the number has been blocked.
This number contacted me and only wanted to know prices of expensive parts via text, didnt give they're name, it's a bit wierd
This is a weird caller, not recognisable, gonna block it now