Safety and Fraud Warning

Warning signs

• A seller or buyer pushes for a deposit before a viewing, inspection or document check.
• The price is unusually low, photos do not match the car, or vehicle details change during the conversation.
• Someone asks you to move to an unfamiliar payment link, scan a QR code to receive money, or share an OTP or PIN.
• A person claims to represent 4TheWheels and promises a guaranteed transaction or asks for a verification fee.

Protect yourself

• Inspect the car in person and verify its registration, ownership, finance status and service history using appropriate official records.
• Meet in a safe public place, bring someone you trust, and independently confirm the other party’s identity.
• Never disclose passwords, OTPs, PINs or full card details. Confirm receipt of money in your own bank account before handing over the car or keys.

If something goes wrong

Stop the transaction, preserve the listing link and messages, and report the ad through 4TheWheels. If you have sent money, contact your bank immediately and report the incident to the relevant police or cybercrime authorities. Our report form is not an emergency service.