Military seller vehicle escrow scam: the eBay Motors impersonation
Take a breath. This happens to a lot of people, it isn't your fault, and there are concrete steps that help.
Take a breath: this happens to a lot of people, it isn't your fault, and there are steps that help.
“My late husband died and I am deployed to Fort Hood. The car is sealed in an army base container and eBay Motors will handle shipping and hold your money for a 5-day inspection period...”
What to do now
Inspect vehicles in person before paying
Never purchase a vehicle without an in-person inspection and physical title check.
Verify seller photos with Sealed Rose
Run listing photos through Sealed Rose to detect photos stolen from old dealer lots or auction sites.
Emergency reporting and removal resources
Free, confidential crisis counselor, 24/7
Blocks sharing on participating platforms. Images stay on your device.
Free NCMEC service to remove images of minors.
Official federal cybercrime complaint center.
Write a DMCA notice for web hosts that won't remove the content.
Frequently asked questions
Does eBay Motors manage escrow for Facebook Marketplace sales?
Never. eBay Motors does not provide escrow, shipping, or buyer protection for items advertised on Facebook Marketplace, Craigslist, or other third-party websites.