Craigslist Fairytales & Wonderland Rabbit Holes

[Stihl99]

I have been checking CL around here after reading some of yours' and other's topics and posts about it, wow now I know why I have never purchased from CL.

 

[nyctreeman]

I have been checking CL around here after reading some of your topics and post about it, wow now I know why I have never purchased from CL.

I go through this phase now and then ... someone will tell me how they got a Stihl 090 for $100 and I fall into the trap

 

[Stihl99]

I go through this phase now and then ... someone will tell me how they got a Stihl 090 for $100 and I fall into the trap

That is the other reason I was checking it, how does everyone find these cheap old saws.

 

[SteveSS]

Its funny this thread showed up...
I called a guy that is selling a saw on craigslist yesterday.
He answered the phone I introduced myself and told him I was calling about the saw he had on craigslist. He spend the next 30 seconds telling me how great the saw was, then another 42 minutes rambling couldn't get a word in edge wish (I had things to do so I put him on speaker phone and went about my business, plus my phone had a full charge)
During his rambling (I didnt pay attention to much). He told me he has a 2 cylinder, electric start Stihl MS660!! I was impressed to say the least. He also told me that him and a couple of friends go through 1200 feet of chain a week, which is 3 400" rolls.... pretty sure the dude was on something. Well see what tonight brings...

Can't wait to hear the outcome of this meeting. Hurry up and get back home already!

 

[Go Devil]

you may end up in a pit

Lol.......?

 

[Toyboy]

My one and only venture into Craigslist was for an 038 Mag 2. Awesome saw that I didn't need but bought anyway because he'd work with me.on price. CAD!!!

 

[spencerpaving]

Another brainchild from the Idiocracy ...
Listed under Chainsaws For Sale:

Need chainsaw work done I'm your guy. Done many todal engine rebuilds. Cheaper then shop . Top brands only like husqvarna or Stihl .also do 2 stroke mx bike engines

http://binghamton.craigslist.org/grd/4870526075.html

Done many todal engine rebuilds. Cheaper then shop.

... and Dumber than dirt

That ad is only 20 min from me...I should check it out! Lol

 

[Guido Salvage]

I have bought hundreds of saws off of Craigslist and have gotten many great deals, including a $35 MS200t, a $45 026, a $25 Poulan 5200 and a pair of 056's that cost me $40 after I sold the 2 weedeaters I got with them.

Maybe the idiots are selling Wild Things and I never have to deal with them, but I can't say I have ever had a bad or threatening CL deal. I have walked away from some, but don't think I have ever been taken.

 

[nyctreeman]

I have bought hundreds of saws off of Craigslist and have gotten many great deals, including a $35 MS200t ...

Yeah, we all remember your $35 MS200T that was a good running saw as I recall you saying in the last thread you mentioned it.
I'm sure the guy who the crackhead stole it from remembers it too.

 

[67L36Driver]

I sell on C'list. Meet at my place over my test log. If the caller sounds shaky I have the son-in-law park his SJPD cruiser in our driveway.

300 USD seems to be the trigger for scammers. Get some who want to send me a check to cover the 'item' and their 'agent' will pick it up. Yeah, right.

 

[Deererainman]

What do you rekon this is? http://columbus.craigslist.org/bfd/4841005883.html

condition: new

• safety tips
• prohibited items
• product recalls
• avoiding scams

• Generic 105cc 36" single cylinder 2-stroke 070 gasoline chainsaw in Magnesium alloy;

• Engine: Air cooling; single cylinder, two stroke gasoline engine;

• Maximum Power: 6.5 hp/4.8 kw;

• Displacement: 105 cc;

• Max speed (with cutting attachment): 8,000 rpm;

• Ignition: Breaker controller magneto;

• Chain lubrication: auto oiler with manual assist;

• Starter: Automatic recoil hand starter ;

• Bar: 36";

• Fuel tank capacity: 1,200 ml;

• Fuel: Gasoline/2-cycle with oil mixing ratio 25:1/ 40:1;

• Oil tank capacity: 530 ml;

• Chain Gauge: .404";

• Chain Pitch: 3/8";

• Net weight (without bar and chain): 23.6 lb.;

• Net weight with 36" bar and chain: 33.3 lb.;

• Assembly required.

• do NOT contact me with unsolicited services or offers

 

[Stihl99]

ho chi minh Stilh knock off.

Few folks on here will be on that like white on rice. LOL

 

[cgraham1]

I bought this off Craigslist... one owner, just used around the yard, always cleaned and ran out of fuel with every use. It wasn't $35, but it was less than most of the old crap saws I usually see for sale. It now resides in Tennessee, it was too nice for me.

 

[RedFir Down]

Can't wait to hear the outcome of this meeting. Hurry up and get back home already!

It didnt work our tonight fellas, something came up on his end. Maybe tomorrow, im really dont care if this works out or not to be honest with you... would be a entertaining story though.

 

[Stihl99]

It didnt work our tonight fellas, something came up on his end. Maybe tomorrow, im really dont care if this works out or not to be honest with you... would be a entertaining story though.

Well I can stop monitoring the topic for tonight then I was waiting to read this story.

 

[Fubar]

but at least I haven't been kidnapped by hillbillies on meth and forced to turn over the PIN on my bank card.
(yet)

just give it time if you keep dealing with those craigslist morons .

i do get quite a giggle out of some of the listings , still in the box and only 100 dollars more than you can buy it brand new .
runs perfect , excellent shape , but doesn't pull , probably just a $2 part in the transmission . well its over at my ex-wife's mother's house , so we will have to sneak in after everyone goes to bed , ps bring treats for Tinkerbell the Rottweiler.

 

[nyctreeman]

just give it time if you keep dealing with those craigslist morons .

i do get quite a giggle out of some of the listings , still in the box and only 100 dollars more than you can buy it brand new .
runs perfect , excellent shape , but doesn't pull , probably just a $2 part in the transmission . well its over at my ex-wife's mother's house , so we will have to sneak in after everyone goes to bed , ps bring treats for Tinkerbell the Rottweiler.

When I'm not carrying a chainsaw, I'm carrying a 1911 - Smile! - Wait For Flash!

 

[Stihl99]

Hillbillies you say
I will tell you like I told the Canadians when I was up there, you keep messing around and I will take you back home and drop you off up in some holler where they think deliverance is a comedy.

 

[cgraham1]

How 'bout this "beast"... The seller points out that it's "perfect for chopping oak." And only $350!

 

[cgraham1]

Here's another ******* trying to sell a $1000 (holy chit!) muffler modded 371xp.
He runs his oil at 3:1!
Sorry for the crappy pic.