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Should I accept PayPal for my car?
A girl got in contact with me about a car I'm selling, but said she is in the navy and wants me to set up a PayPal account as she is at sea. Is this a scam?
Our answer:
Hi Anthony,
It’s a little unfair to judge on this basis but it’s never a good idea to deal with anything other than cash or a bank draft when it comes to buying or selling a car. If she’s that keen on it, perhaps she can get a friend or relative who’s on dry land to come and collect it, but make sure that any draft clears into your account before you surrender the keys.
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