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[peteykirch]

She found one listed as brand new, and the list was at 199.99

On a whim she bought it, we're awaiting to see what random stuff we get shipped to us in a box of a Nintendo Switch. Luckily her order is backed by Amazon if this is indeed what I feel might be that a scam.

I just have thoughts running through my head we'll end up like that guy who ordered that TV from Slickdeals that arrived smashed into a hundred pieces.

 

[zeemumu]

50 GAF money says it's a bunch of crumpled paper and a light switch cover

 

[Etzer]

Sounds like a scam, OP. By chance, was it a "Just Launched" seller?

 

[gkryhewy]

Of course it's a scam, and a common one. They'll mark it as shipped and keep the money from amazon.

 

[royalroyal]

I reallllly hope you weren't scammed.

 

[Hubbl3]

I doubt they even go through the effort of shipping anything at all

 

[Tabasco]

Could someone tell me why is it now a trend to order from Amazon scammers now?

What the hell?

 

[BitStyle]

A Switch for 199? You got scammed

 

[RadioJoNES64]

Pic of your GF's package.

 

[rjinaz]

Basically enjoy being parted from your money for a few weeks until Amazon gives it back.

 

[Fireblend]

Yeah this is a super common scam lately OP. If you can pull the payment, do it ASAP.

 

[Ashhong]

Didn't we have a thread about how new sellers were scamming on Amazon?

http://www.neogaf.com/forum/showthread.php?t=1350982&page=1

 

[Skellig Gra]

Seems like all hassle with no chance of reward

 

[The Hermit]

She found one listed as brand new, and the list was at 199.99

On a whim she bought it, we're awaiting to see what random stuff we get shipped to us in a box of a Nintendo Switch. Luckily her order is backed by Amazon if this is indeed what I feel might be that a scam.

I just have thoughts running through my head we'll end up like that guy who ordered that TV from Slickdeals that arrived smashed into a hundred pieces.

That blame space thread was amazing.

Post the contents

 

[Poppy]

sounds like you're about to get the ol Nintendo Switcheroo'd

 

[noquarter]

What games are you getting for it? Did you order them yet?

Whatever comes in the package, hope you enjoy it!!!

 

[EnlightenedMint]

Looking forward to the arrival.

 

[peteykirch]

The thing though is the person selling it has a vast Amazon store, and seems to be a regular seller.

She's hoping that it's a case that this person bought it for their kid(s), they misbehaved, and now are selling it to spite the kid(s).

 

[Zaheer]

Yeah, that's a scam.

There's a thread about this on Reddit, too: https://www.reddit.com/r/NintendoSw...sa_be_careful_ordering_from_amazon_right_now/

The thing though is the person selling it has a vast Amazon store, and seems to be a regular seller.

She's hoping that it's a case that this person bought it for their kid(s), they misbehaved, and now are selling it to spite the kid(s).

Some sellers are saying that their accounts have been hacked.

Also, who buys a $300+ system and sells it for $200 to spite their kid? The thing released less than three weeks ago. If it's brand new, why not return it?

 

[djplaeskool]

$20 ethernet switch with a nintendo sticker on it.

 

[rjinaz]

The thing though is the person selling it has a vast Amazon store, and seems to be a regular seller.

She's hoping that it's a case that this person bought it for their kid(s), they misbehaved, and now are selling it to spite the kid(s).

Anything under the description? Like broken? Under your order details.

Also that link above is saying accounts are being hacked.

 

[Brhoom]

Bless her heart

 

[Syder]

Seems like all hassle with no chance of reward

Pretty much.

 

[Skellig Gra]

The thing though is the person selling it has a vast Amazon store, and seems to be a regular seller.

She's hoping that it's a case that this person bought it for their kid(s), they misbehaved, and now are selling it to spite the kid(s).

Wouldn't be brand new then

 

[peteykirch]

Anything under the description? Like broken? Under your order details.

Also that link above is saying accounts are being hacked.

It says brand new, factory sealed.

 

[peteykirch]

Wouldn't be brand new then

Why not?

Parents buy something for their kids, they do something really bad before they get the gift, parents get rid of said gift.

 

[Lactose_Intolerant]

It says brand new, factory sealed.

rip

 

[Fades]

I just have thoughts running through my head we'll end up like that guy who ordered that TV from Slickdeals that arrived smashed into a hundred pieces.

Yup.

 

[FallingEdge]

I'm sorry for your loss of time and money.

 

[davidwhangchoi]

not even worth it. scam all the way.

 

[OldMan]

It'll probably get reversed before anything...

 

[Borgnine]

Its going to be an Oyua full of ants.

 

[Jawmuncher]

Yeah the scamming of lower items has gotten really bad as of late. Yeah you're backed by amazon, but who knows the info these people are getting from you with just your address.

 

[Bobby Roberts]

It's going to be a box containing a single pregnant snake

 

[Skellig Gra]

Why not?

Parents buy something for their kids, they do something really bad before they get the gift, parents get rid of said gift.

If it's sealed she could easily return it instead of taking a $100+ L and go through the hassle of selling/shipping. Switch isn't even a month old.

 

[Windam]

Yup.

Oh man that was a great thread :lol

 

[The_White_Rose]

You'll get a box of rocks

 

[Makonero]

It's going to be a box containing a single pregnant snake

 

[RumblingRosco]

Seems like you should probably cancel the order ASAP to save yourself some headache down the road.

 

[Fuzzery]

It'll be a Wii U.

 

[PAULINK]

.

omg

 

[xelios]

I'm sure it's someone just being generous. People are nice like that. Congrats on your new Nintendo Switch.

 

[Ozigizo]

Enjoy your box of spiders!

 

[HarryDemeanor]

It'll be a Wii U.

Two WiiUs duct taped together.

 

[darscot]

Why not?

Parents buy something for their kids, they do something really bad before they get the gift, parents get rid of said gift.

Because parents would be really dumb to sell gift for less than they paid when it can be easily sold at a profit.

 

[Makonero]

Two WiiUs duct taped together.

more like a Wii U and a Gamecube duct taped together

and a game boy advance

am i doing this right?

 

[rjinaz]

It'll be a Wii U.

That would actually be a steal anymore. Can't even find one used for under $200 these days.

 

[tearsintherain]

People who do this and just respond with "lol, i'm protected by amazon"... facepalm.gif

You do realize identity theft is a thing, and once you know someone's full name, their address, phone number, and email address you are working with a LOT of data that can then used be used to get even more data and stir up a world of shit?

Sure, its information you can obtain on anyone, but now someone out there has that info on YOU and you already know they are a pretty shady person. I just don't get why you would take the risk. There is absolutely no chance you are actually getting a switch for $199, and the worst case scenario is NOT you get some crap and amazon refunds you in 3-4 weeks.

The worst case is that someone figures out your SSN, hacks your email account, and starts applying for credit cards and stuff in your identity.

 

[The Maverick]

You are already dead.

 

[Tabasco]

Two WiiUs duct taped together.

In that case, just sell the 2 Wii Us to GameStop towards a Switch and pay it off!