Hi all. I have just contacted a foreign guy in Pattaya about a car he is selling on Facebook. It is a new account made in 2025 with only 2 friends. Anyway, he said all the documents are ready to transfer the car, even a COR. When i asked to see them, he wants a video call on Line. Then a video call on Facebook. Does it seem suspicious?

Yes, don't transfer any money until you see all docs and the car in person. Many people being scammed on facebook.

Seeing them on Line is ok for starters then you can go see them in person

I will add the that registration plate on the advert has been edited out. Also, the car is 2 hours away so i want to make sure the documents are ready before traveling.

1 hour ago, stubuzz said:

I will add the that registration plate on the advert has been edited out. Also, the car is 2 hours away so i want to make sure the documents are ready before traveling.

How else are you going to see them without travelling if you don't use Line or facebook or other?

Maybe i am too suspicious.

16 minutes ago, scubascuba3 said:

How else are you going to see them without travelling if you don't use Line or facebook or other?

You misunderstand. They will only show the documents on a video call, no pictures.

24 minutes ago, stubuzz said:

Maybe i am too suspicious.

if you are at all suspicious walk away!

There are many more cars you can buy in a much safer way!

9 hours ago, stubuzz said:

You misunderstand. They will only show the documents on a video call, no pictures.

on a video call you can record the screen and do shots you like after, remember you are only checking it prior to going there

On 2/22/2026 at 4:54 PM, stubuzz said:

I will add the that registration plate on the advert has been edited out. Also, the car is 2 hours away so i want to make sure the documents are ready before traveling.

That's normal. And the fact the seller will show you the docs on a video call but not send you picture makes sense as well because you can manipulate photos and use them wrongly. Make the call, make sure the owner has all relevant docs, you can also ask him to show the car and then match the reg. Number to they docs. Eventually you'd have to go there in person to see the car, or send someone on your behalf

On 2/22/2026 at 7:33 PM, stubuzz said:

Hi all. I have just contacted a foreign guy in Pattaya about a car he is selling on Facebook. It is a new account made in 2025 with only 2 friends. Anyway, he said all the documents are ready to transfer the car, even a COR. When i asked to see them, he wants a video call on Line. Then a video call on Facebook. Does it seem suspicious?

On 2/22/2026 at 7:33 PM, stubuzz said:

Hi all. I have just contacted a foreign guy in Pattaya about a car he is selling on Facebook. It is a new account made in 2025 with only 2 friends. Anyway, he said all the documents are ready to transfer the car, even a COR. When i asked to see them, he wants a video call on Line. Then a video call on Facebook. Does it seem suspicious?

Just now, wavodavo said:

On 2/22/2026 at 7:33 PM, stubuzz said:

Hi all. I have just contacted a foreign guy in Pattaya about a car he is selling on Facebook. It is a new account made in 2025 with only 2 friends. Anyway, he said all the documents are ready to transfer the car, even a COR. When i asked to see them, he wants a video call on Line. Then a video call on Facebook. Does it seem suspicious?

On 2/22/2026 at 7:33 PM, stubuzz said:

Hi all. I have just contacted a foreign guy in Pattaya about a car he is selling on Facebook. It is a new account made in 2025 with only 2 friends. Anyway, he said all the documents are ready to transfer the car, even a COR. When i asked to see them, he wants a video call on Line. Then a video call on Facebook. Does it seem suspicious?

Everything that you dsee or hear on facebook is suspicious .Caviet emptor.

A lot of these expat schemes that advertise high-interest rates which are way above bank and bond rates use Facebook and similar media.

They are really after your personal details such as email and especially phone number so they can contact you, in an attempt to operate similar scams to the boiler room scams.

However, they have got cute, and now they are offering believable rates such as 2-3% above normal rates to pull you in and make the offer realistic.

Whatever happens, the ultimate aim is to part you from your hard-earned cash.

46 minutes ago, wavodavo said:

41 minutes ago, wavodavo said:

Hi all. I have just contacted a foreign guy in Pattaya about a car he is selling on Facebook. It is a new account made in 2025 with only 2 friends. Anyway, he said all the documents are ready to transfer the car, even a COR. When i asked to see them, he wants a video call on Line. Then a video call on Facebook. Does it seem suspicious?

Anybody who has been in Thailand for a reasonable length of time would use better sources than Facebook, such Baht sold etc.

But, as stated in a post further up this thread, buyer beware.

I have bought 2 cars off of Facebook marketplace and sold 2 cars. You just have to make sure you have all of the documents and see it in person before even considering putting down any money. Do your due diligence and you should be fine. Just beware that there are a lot of scammers so do as much as you can in person. Good luck.

On 2/22/2026 at 10:33 AM, stubuzz said:

Does it seem suspicious?

Yes, you need to check everything carefully, but it's probably preferable find another more reliable source for buying a second hand car.

While there's loads of scammers on Facebook Marketplace, it's normal for a seller to be cautious about having photos of his documents and registration plate online.

Scammers often use details from real sellers to scam others.

If all looks OK during the call, then visit and do the deal face to face

3 hours ago, Scouse123 said:

Anybody who has been in Thailand for a reasonable length of time would use better sources than Facebook, such Baht sold etc.

But, as stated in a post further up this thread, buyer beware.

You're 10 years out of date, bahtsold is utter garbage

Bought and sold many cars through FB.

The editing-out of the registration plates happens, I never understood why though. I offered cars with complete pictures of all pages of the car registration but edited out my personal details, pictures from the outside of the car from each 45º angle (what you also do for an insurance application), all doors open, interior, lit-on dashboard (for mileage), open bonnet for engine details.
Never took a down payment and never paid a down payment; met the buyer/seller with a mechanic of my confidence at the department of land transport and transferred the car against full payment of agreed price. It helps to get fully informed on what paperwork is required for the transfer from Thai-Thai, Thai-Nonthai or Nonthai-Thai.

Usually started after lunch, looked/testdrove the car, started transfer at 14h30 and was always finished 30 minutes later. A roadworthiness certification is mandatory so the seller should get that done the same day; usually takes five minutes. Never bought nor sold a turkey - simple as that.

4 hours ago, jcmj said:

I have bought 2 cars off of Facebook marketplace and sold 2 cars. You just have to make sure you have all of the documents and see it in person before even considering putting down any money. Do your due diligence and you should be fine. Just beware that there are a lot of scammers so do as much as you can in person. Good luck.

There are indeed many scammers- and as another post stated- buyer beware! Good luck and please let us know how it goes

5 hours ago, scubascuba3 said:

You're 10 years out of date, bahtsold is utter garbage

Used them a lot in recent years, and they are monitored by prospective Thai purchasers and tent guys.

I have always sold my cars through bahtsold with very little hassle, always to cash buyers, and always to Thais.

I have learned, mainly from this site, do not EVER buy any kind of used vehicle online (or any vehicle or aything of great expense) no matter it's by a foreigner or Thai living here.

Isn't the old adage: "buyer beware"?

It seems to fit here very comfortably!!

8 hours ago, Scouse123 said:

Used them a lot in recent years, and they are monitored by prospective Thai purchasers and tent guys.

I have always sold my cars through bahtsold with very little hassle, always to cash buyers, and always to Thais.

Using Facebook i had 30 messages about buying my motorbike, whenever i check bahtsold i can't find what I'm looking for, it used to be good years ago before they changed and ruined it

Unless it's an exceptionally good deal, why take risks? Surely there are plenty of cars for sale that are closer than 2 hours away.

Online media is fine for making an introduction but never transact anything on Facebook or Line without seeing the product in person, unless it's a reputable dealer or retailer that you're dealing with.

There are so many scams out there and there are millions and millions of people who absolutely refuse to work for a living, and just simply suck the blood of society, they are the true vampires. Deny them.

I have sold my HONDA CRV 8 months ago to another foreigner living 800 km away via Facebook using more or less the same procedure. The guy was legitimately willing to see all the docs in advance before coming to see and test the car which was absolutely fine with me. We had several discussion over the phone as well to fine tune all the details. The transaction was made without any problem.

On 2/24/2026 at 6:51 AM, Scouse123 said:

Anybody who has been in Thailand for a reasonable length of time would use better sources than Facebook, such Baht sold etc.

But, as stated in a post further up this thread, buyer beware.

Not really... 'Baht & Sold' is rubbish and has extremely limited exposure to 'some' of the expat market who may use it.

In contrast, Facebook Market place gives a seller the most exposure across Thailand.

One2Car also offers solid exposure and is also a great place to 'price' the market.

I have sold our last 4 cars and a couple of motorcycles through Facebook Market place - all without issue.

There are of course plenty of time wasters asking silly questions, but that comes with the territory.

What stands out as a red-flag with this sale (the Op) is that the seller recently joined Facebook - thats a 'scammer red flag' that would cause me to steer clear.

A video call is good enough for initial checks and questions. However, the Op really needs to be seeing the document's in person and cross checking them with the vehicle ( Chassis / Engine number - Checking the tax is up to date / Car insured / Plate matches the book / Sellers Name Matching the ownership name in Blue Book / outstanding finance).... Then there are all the physical checks for water damage etc....

Question Op:

Why are you looking at a Car two hours away ?

Is it a great deal ? too good to be true maybe ??

Or, are you genuinely somewhere quite remote and it can be expected that cars for sale are that far away from you and thus 2 hours is not considered out of your way.

Its 'somewhat' of a red flag that the numberplate is redacted... Look at all the other car adds - most don't have any redaction.

https://www.one2car.com/en/used-cars-for-sale/nissan/march

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/bangkok/search/?query=March

It's possible the seller only wants to show the docs on a video call because he is scared of identity theft. It's common for Thai scammers to use your unblurred documents to open illegal bank accounts, take out loans, or scam others. If you (or any potential buyer) gets a clear copy of his vehicle documents, what's to stop you trying to sell it?

There was a scam a few years ago where the Crims would request copies of the car documents, nick the car, and then sell it with promises of documents to follow etc. They got the cash, you got the car....at least for a while.

Whenever providing copies of your own documents such as a passport or green book to anybody, always scrawl across the copy in big bold letters the reason for the copy - "To purchase/sell Mitsubishi Vacuum Cleaner", or whatever. If they don't have a clear unadulterated copy, it's difficult for them to use for any unauthorised activity.

On 2/22/2026 at 4:33 PM, stubuzz said:

Does it seem suspicious?

Is this a rhetorical question?

3 hours ago, decca60 said:

I have sold my HONDA CRV 8 months ago to another foreigner living 800 km away via Facebook using more or less the same procedure. The guy was legitimately willing to see all the docs in advance before coming to see and test the car which was absolutely fine with me. We had several discussion over the phone as well to fine tune all the details. The transaction was made without any problem.

I would trust ONLY guys on TV.

Otherwise, I would buy from a dealer.