Craigslist Hall of Shame

This one made me laugh:

15 Yrs of service in and around [the city].

Top Quality Work, I ALWAYS do my service at atleast 1/2 or lower the price of the major shops in [the city].

Call around first, then call me last.
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'Cause, y'know, I should probably be your last choice. :)
 
Hello everyone and Welcome to James’ Computer Mac and Electronic Repair

Prices:
Windows reinstall with all drivers and updates: 20.00
Mac OS reinstall with all drivers and updates: 20.00
... Hardware install with drivers: 10.00
Hardware install without drivers: 5.00
Game console hardware repair(Wii, PS2, PS3, Xbox 360 etc..): 20.00
All other electronic repairs: 5.00-20.00
Any Solder job: 5.00-15.00

99% of all repairs will not cost you any more then 20.00

I have over 15 years of IT experience and I stand behind my work, if for any reason you have an issue with your repair let me know and ill make it right.
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So, the less-than-$20 for all repairs is pretty standard pizza-tech, but it's the $15 for soldering that makes this one stand out for me. Can you imaging doing board-level repairs with $15 being the highest price?

Also, I like the hardware installation without drivers: "Yep, I'll install your hardware! it's an extra five bucks if you want it to work, though."
 
Ok, here's one for the collection:

http://goo.gl/qOzSs

Pasting text here in case he gets called out for pizza delivery and it disappears:

I Will Fix N E PC Problem 4 $100, W/Refund Guarantee

If I can't fix the problem or U R unsatisfied W/the result, just bring it back & I will return it 2 the exact condition it arrived from a drive backup, & refund your payment =) It's something I enjoy doing & I'm good @ it. I can also fix SOME hardware issues if I have the parts (of which I have lots) 4 no extra charge, but I focus mainly on software & configuration issues. I may not have replacement RAM, etc. Typically W/some tweax can get systems 2 run WAY faster, etc.
 
ohio_grad_06 said:
Kinda nice having Craigslist around, a lot of customers who are looking for cheap get filtered that way methinks. And it seems like people who pay the least want most sometimes or is this me?
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Nope, that's exactly right. (Applies to photography too).
 
I know..I know old thread , but man I saw these two and thought these were hilarious. First guy offers onsite virus removal:
http://minneapolis.craigslist.org/hnp/cps/3845349612.html
This other guy wants you to name the price:
http://minneapolis.craigslist.org/ank/cps/3878896266.html
Want to know why? Because you choose your own price, thats right!
You get to choose what you think an appropriate amount is, or what ever you can afford to pay for the work that is done!

Work can be done! 24/7. even at 3 in the morning if ya really needed it done that early in the morning :)

You also wont ever have to worrie about your computer being gone for days/weeks at a time, because
I'll get it done the same day. Either at your place or mine.
 
NOOB_TECH said:
This other guy wants you to name the price:
http://minneapolis.craigslist.org/ank/cps/3878896266.html
Want to know why? Because you choose your own price, thats right!
You get to choose what you think an appropriate amount is, or what ever you can afford to pay for the work that is done!

Work can be done! 24/7. even at 3 in the morning if ya really needed it done that early in the morning :)

You also wont ever have to worrie about your computer being gone for days/weeks at a time, because
I'll get it done the same day. Either at your place or mine.
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"This posting has been deleted by its author." Well, there's a surprise. It turns out that fixing computers for free isn't very profitable.
 
Saw this today... poor customer.


I am looking for a guy that was going to fix my laptop. I am just trying to contact you, Kenneth. Lives by the Gadsden Regional Medical Center. I have been trying to call, left notes on your door, with no response. I just want to know if you still have my laptop or where it is. If anyone knows Kenneth or dealt with him, please contact me.

We traded a lot of other things computer wise too. Please contact me Kenneth. Thanks. I don't know how else to get ahold of you
 
Access to password protected email/online services...

http://slo.craigslist.org/cps/3920534354.html

Access to password protected email/online services

Personally, I detest the NSA's secretive information gathering practices and any step taken towards Orwell's Big Brother.

HOWEVER,

There exists situations and COMPELLING circumstances that you need to entry into electronic accounts such as web email, online utilities, Facebook, and online banking.

Perhaps you suspect your child is ABUSING their Facebook privileges or you need to track their location on their Android phone?

Perhaps a family member has PERISHED and as the next-of-kin, you need access to their accounts?

Ever store a password in a web browser and forget what it is-- you can't change it because the site PROMPTS you to re-enter it again?



I can acquire information from tablets, cell phones, and computers, without even PHYSICALLY touching them.


I WILL NOT assist you in the execution of any blatant criminal misuse of my services. You must show PROOF of ownership/interest where applicable. I have strong ethical fortitude for which to gauge your requests. Depending on the circumstances, I may assist with those suspecting their "significant other" is up to scandalous behavior.

SERIOUS INQUIRIES ONLY

MAJOR DISCOUNTS ON REFERRALS AND COMBINED SERVICES


Additional Services offered:

network administration, firewalling, wifi security, file servers, home surveillance, virus removal, hardware/ software upgrades, etc
 
DO NOT USE!! ★★ Xbox 360, PS3, Wii Repair (Suffolk 6316187983)
I brought my ps3 for repair for the YLOD. He fixed that, but then my disc drive was not working when I got it back.
Never had a problem with the disc drive before. Brought it back to have him fix it. He told me it would need additional parts.
I told him that I'd come to pick it up, don't do any more work on it. He went through the effort to put the YLOD back on my console
and then texted me that night to " have a good day". . Disc drive still not functional and YLOD back on my console.
DO NOT USE!!!
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http://longisland.craigslist.org/cps/4141626962.html

If you get an angry customer you try to make it right and if you cant you move on, you don't intentionally make it worse or you end up being trashed on the internet and that never goes away.
 
Another one from my local Kijiji. These guys claim to be local in their listing, but I have my doubts...

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Contact Our company any time
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Websites providers

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Sell goods along with your services on the website
Applications Design

Android os, apple iphone, Windows along with BB apps
Creative Marketing

Get a hold of the ultimate resourceful concept designs
Domain Registration and of course Trusted Web hosting service

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Thoroughly clean Developer Applications by skilled programmers only Contact Us at any time
 
This person can remove viruses while you shop at the flea market. Found him while searching my local Craigslist.

We provide virus removal while you shop at the flea market on Victory Drive.
Bring your computer to have the virus removed.
Laptops can be done while you shop, desktops will require
you drop it off Saturday and pick it up on Sunday. (since I do not
carry monitors and keyboards and mouses [it's misspelled in the post] with me to do this out there)

Other computer repairs are available.
For repairs after dropping it off you will be called with the estimate
before repairs are made.. If you chose not to repair it after estimate,
there is a $25.00 diagnostic fee charged.

Tell me you saw this ad on craiges list to get your virus removal for $40.00

Regular charges are $65.00 labor plus parts required for repairs.

See Harry at
Flea Market City
Victory Drive
Columbus, GA
9Am til 2 PM
Saturday and Sunday.
 
Hi, if you have a computer virus or any other problem with your computer I can fix it for free (excluding parts). Shoot me an email on here I will reply ASAP. I work 2nd shift. Tips are appreciated but not expected! God bless


For free!
 
Here is a pretty good one.
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Office or House calls---

COMPUTER UPGRADES AND TUNE-UPS

Windows 7 Home Premium 32bit or 64bit, $50

Windows 7 Ultimate Edition/Professional 32bit or 64bit, $60
+ a little extra if you need MS Office.

comes with activation key + Nero 7 & anti-virus

Full install for computers with no OS, crashed hard drive or Upgrade your XP or Vista to Win7
Note: save your personal files first, to save time. i charge $10 extra to backup data.

PC Tune-Up for slow computers
only $35
and Memory upgrades $30(you will need to purchase the memory sticks)

no internet or no sound ? (missing drivers) $15each

Office 2007 $35 - 2010 $50 - 2013 $60

Forgot Password ? $25

"certified programmer"

text/call 972-693-5467 or email...

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Seems legit.
 
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