Craigslist Hall of Shame

It really sucks for the people that have legitimate stuff to post on Craigslist and people have to sift through all of the crap to find it.
 
We got this one guy who's bragging point is that he is young and "cute", kinda like a twink.

http://longisland.craigslist.org/cps/1422444992.html

Has the "craigslist killer" got you scared? Don't worry the person pictured below is ME and I will be the only one coming to your home, not some creep!
I'm 21 years old and currently a Stony Brook University, Technology System Management major. Don't hire a creepy old guy to your home, hire a vibrant young brilliant expert! ME!


Aww, isnt he adorable. :p

Imagine hiring a guy because he is young and vibrant. :rolleyes:
 
Thats a good one, i take it there is a lot of creepy old men out there doing computer repairs in the USA, lol.
 
We got this one guy who's bragging point is that he is young and "cute", kinda like a twink.


Has the "craigslist killer" got you scared? Don't worry the person pictured below is ME and I will be the only one coming to your home, not some creep!
I'm 21 years old and currently a Stony Brook University, Technology System Management major. Don't hire a creepy old guy to your home, hire a vibrant young brilliant expert! ME!


Aww, isnt he adorable. :p

Imagine hiring a guy because he is young and vibrant. :rolleyes:

Sadly I bet people would hire him just for that reason.
 
We got this one guy who's bragging point is that he is young and "cute", kinda like a twink.

http://longisland.craigslist.org/cps/1422444992.html

Has the "craigslist killer" got you scared? Don't worry the person pictured below is ME and I will be the only one coming to your home, not some creep!
I'm 21 years old and currently a Stony Brook University, Technology System Management major. Don't hire a creepy old guy to your home, hire a vibrant young brilliant expert! ME!

Looks like he's already taken it down - I guess he was propositioned by the Creepy Old Guy of his dreams, and no longer needs the ad.
 
http://newyork.craigslist.org/brx/cps/1479085958.html

$$ 10 $$ to Repaire your Computer (Brx-Mhtn-Bk-Qnz)
just call me 646 288 79 27.

If anyone is in the Bronx, Manhattan, Brooklyn or Queens area surely you must want to sub your work out to this guy. Why work when you can sub it out for $10!!!

/sarcasm.


Seriously, will people fall for this junk? My guess is that he takes the computer and then never returns it.
 
Here is a post from around my area. I wish I had this disc he is talking about. :D

Never pay more than $20 for a virus clean up and tune up again - read on! Guaranteed!
Did you know that many computer repair shops don't actually repair your computer when you have a virus, but instead reload Windows (sometimes using an illegal copy of software)?
Reloading Windows to cure a virus is poor form - it erases your Internet favorites, browser cookies and any software that you installed after purchasing the system.
Sometimes the shop reloading Windows will not even bother to save off your tubro-tax, quick-books, pictures or music. Do you really want the PC shop fishing through all of those files?
There is only one proven way to get rid of the virus and preserve the system configuration - the methodology we use at *website*
First, we boot your computer from a special CD that erases all viruses. Next, we boot the Windows CD that came with your computer and run Windows repair.
After that, we install all Windows service packs and updates. This is the only correct way to erase a virus other than a full reload, which could take days.
We loan you a GREAT laptop while your computer is being healed (typically 24-48 hours). All you need is a valid SC DL.
We can remote in to help you with problems and questions instantly.
You never pay until you're satisfied.
We can also help with wireless networking, networking over powerlines, sharing printers and long distance unlimited phone service for $15 a month through your PC.
We charge a flat rate of $20 per computer for virus clean up and that includes a free loaner laptop.

I wonder if he ever gets the loaners back.
 
I saw this tonight and it made me just cringe...
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A Very Inexpensive Computer Service Im A Perfessional That Has Had Years Of Experience And Very Friendly Services I Only Charge $10 Or $15 Dollars Depends On The Problem And I Will Check Your Computer And Do Everything That Needs To Be Done To It While You Watch Via Internet If Your Out Of Louisville And Southern Indiana I Can Only Do Services Via Internet If Local I Can Do Services Via Internet Or Servcies In Person But Will Charge $30 For House Call Which Includes Service Charge If You Wanna Save Some Money Bring Your Computer/Laptop To Me And/Or Buy Your Own Parts And Ill Install It Free Of Charge If Interested Fax Me At xxx-xxx-xxxx Or Call Me At xxx-xxx-xxxx Ask For Michael
 
Here's another $10 guy:

http://newyork.craigslist.org/lgi/cps/1533993915.html

$10.00 will fix any any computer problem in ten minutes
He then rewords it:

Today is your lucky day. We are IT Professionals looking to solve your home or small business computer issues. We certify that my company can diagnose any computer problem within ten minutes or your money back.
You can bet people will be expecting $10 fixes, not just $10 diagnosis.

I dont know who are the bigger idiots, the guys running the ad or the people calling them for support:
 
(((excellent post)))

I love making fun of the newbies on craigs. When I was out and running, of course I thought craigs would be a great place to advertise for free, then I saw the newbs out there selling their time for almost nothing. You can guarantee those guys don't have insurance either. They are the neighbor who knows a bit about computers and is the "neighborhood tech". You get what you pay for.

But I did try it, then I got weirdo clients who didn't want to pay! They constantly called begging for tips and I finally had enough. I took out my ads and said never again. I cruise my local craigs on occasion and found the other reputable companies stop using craigs and the Minneapolis comptuer services is basically plumb full of the guys who should be dealing with the porn stars of craigslist.

These guys I call "jimmyjoe@gmail" types. No website, no office, no credentials.
 
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I disagree. The people we're laughing at aren't necessarily inexperienced, they're just flat out unprofessional hacks, fly-by-nights, or morons.

Almost all of the ads posted here are terribly unprofessional. The people posting them weren't trying to do right, if they were they'd spend some time and actually DO it right.

Agree 100 % why would anyone in their right mind trust their computer to someone who posts an ad that is barely legible ,it makes them look like they never finished high school.:rolleyes::eek:
 
UPDATE:

This guy seems to have realized his post was pretty lame so he "improved" it:


http://newyork.craigslist.org/lgi/cps/1335063101.html

i can fix any kind of software problem in the computers with fully satisfaction that includes windows, antiviruses and other services u have to bring your computer to the given address and before coming here just call me on 516-734-1653 or e mail me at junaidnasir14@yahoo.com so i can be at home on that time my home address is 26 virgina drive, elmont, 11003, ny and in cheap rates then others thank u

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How do they survive on this money especially in NY?
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How do they survive on this money especially in NY?
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His site even looks legit, Provides an address for his shop and quite a few clients. His gallery page is personal pictures, I am sure I want to see his vacation pics when I need my computer repaired. His blog even shows some knowledge. Not sure how he is making it on those prices in NYC when I couldn't charge that and make it here practically in the middle of nowhere.

He is the home of the $10 10minute tune-up. right.
 
Re:

The scary part is that their count is doubling. I noticed the craigslist where I advertise sometimes, it has doubled in the past 4 days. Some people post like crazy 5-6 times, the same ad. Does that form of advertising really work?
Nobody monitors those posts seriously, no wonder those posts pass for ads.
Spelling is horrible, they make no sense, they think advertising is a joke and that any clown can do it.

Horrible!
 
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