got a text 5 mins after advertising on gumtree with 'I'm interested, email me at ashleebarrett2 @ gmail.com, email only'

I received 2 x texts 5 mins after posting on gumtree for furniture x 2 for sale Asked if still available & if so email ashlee_barrett92 @ outlook.com Emailed & received this email response

"Thanks for the swift response and do as well advise on the least amount you will like to give it away as i am buying this for my cousin and due to the nature of my job and location...i will not be able to come for inspection, am a very busy type as i work long hours every day, i have gone through your advertisement and i am satisfied with it.

I have a private courier agent that will come for the pick up after the payment has been made...

Regarding the payment, I will be paying you through PayPal. Please get back to me with your PayPal details so i can process the payment, OR you can alternatively send your bsb and account number if you have no PayPal account."

Blocked them Clearly spam

Caller: Barry Johns

I received a txt 5 minutes after adverting on gumtree with a car for sale. Barry asked if car was still available is so email "barryjohns5400 @ gmail.com".

blocked and reported as spam

Caller: Scammer

Very dodgy contact via Gumtree.

Caller: Ashlee Barrett

Got this within minutes of posting my add and realised it must be a scam so did a search and found the above comments. Different mobile, the one attached to the text is 04777 52880

Hi, I'm interested in "Outdoor Lounge with Ottoman". Is this still available pls email me at (ashleebarrett92 @ gmail.com) the price and the present condition, Email only

FIJI LOUNGE SET
Outdoor Lounge with chaise and Ottoman. Near new condition, still has creases as barely used. Always under cover, no pets. Aluminium frame, wipe down coverings. No fraying as with wicker. Retails over $900.

Size
Ottoman: 72(L) x 79.5(W) x 32(H) cm
Seater: 80.5(L) x 131.5(W) x 70(H) cm
Chaise: 159.5(L) x 72.5(W) x 70(H) cm

Phishing text for email to overpay for your listed goods.

i just had a text from him to just after posting add in gumtree as well

Patrick Raymond <patrickraymond3312 @ gmail.com>

Thanks for getting back to me,I would have loved to call you directly but due to the nature of my work we do not have access to phone at the moment,which is why I contacted you with internet messaging facility


Why are you selling it?

I'll ad an extra $200 if you take the ad down.


I am organizing a courier now,


I will be paying you through PayPal to your nominated bank account or better still is if you have a PayPal account ,please get back to me with your BSB and account details or PayPal account so i can proceed with the payment nd contact the courier agent who will come to pick it up and deliver it in NT for me .Await your reply