Scammers continue to use Craigslist to take advantage of trusting victims.  Many are using the name of eBay drop-off store chain Online Outpost to further their nefarious schemes.
(Also read: eBay Dropoff Stores Being Used In Internet Scams,  Is The Online Outpost an “Incredible Franchise Opportunity”?)
Here are some of the recent comments FranchisePick.com has received regarding Craigslist scams using Online Outpost name.
Patti New says:
I bought a “travel trailer” in March for $2000.00. The guy was “in Hawaii on his honeymoon”. He said he was using the online outpost to handle the actual sale and delivery of the item. Needless to say, …read more

Internet scams come in many cleverly packaged disguises, from the popular widow of the deposed dictator who wants to share millions to the overseas buyer who wants to buy your stuff on eBay or Craig’s list.
FranchisePick.com readers recently complained they had been ripped off by Online Outpost:
Cameron wrote:
Hi. I tried to buy a bike from a guy selling through Online Oupost. I sent him $2000, and recieving nothing….
 Rich wrote:
Someone tried to scam me the same way on Craig’s List, selling a boat worth $13,000 for $3000. Wouldn’t give me the VIN or let me see it. He wanted me to …read more

Despite the myriad problems facing iSold It, the largest of the eBay auction drop-off store franchise concepts, and despite the claims of critics who claim the entire auction store concept is fundamentally flawed and the business model not viable, franchise companies continue to tout the eBay auction drop-off store as the hot new franchise opportunity, and a great investment of your time and money. Have some of these companies – such as The Online Outpost – figured out systems, software, marketing and operational practices that enable them to succeed where others are failing?
On its website, The Online Outpost …read more