Avoid common scams with these red flags you should never ignore.
The too-good-to-be-true price
If a 2022 Hilux is listed at $18,000 with 30,000 km, your alarm bells should ring. Scammers bait with underpriced vehicles and goods to manufacture urgency. Always compare against similar listings — if the deal is dramatically cheaper than everything else, walk away.
Pressure to leave the platform
Any seller who insists on moving to email, WhatsApp, or 'a quicker way to chat' before you've even inspected the item is a red flag. Keep conversations inside NoBulls where there's a record, and never send money via bank transfer, gift cards, or crypto to someone you haven't met.
The overseas seller story
'I'm working away on a mine site / deployed overseas / helping a sick relative, so I can't show you the car, but I'll ship it to you after you pay a deposit.' This is the classic advance-fee setup. A genuine local seller will let you inspect the item in person.
Fake payment confirmations
Buyer-side scams send a forged 'payment received' screenshot and demand you hand over the keys or post the item before the money actually clears in your account. Always log in to your own banking app and confirm funds are settled before releasing goods.
What to do if something feels off
Trust your gut. Use the Report Listing button on any NoBulls ad that seems suspicious, and never meet alone or share personal documents like your licence with an unverified user. Our support team reviews every report and removes scam listings fast.
Mike Johnson
Trust & Safety Lead
