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“My employee scam me from $80,000. He’s a mole and a con man.”
George Saliba (@ceklidgt01q), who owns a car dealership in Ewing, New Jersey, was taken to a new employee for $80,000. The elaborate scheme by brave employees is an incredible story I found while researching the Ford F-150 Shelby Truck. I discovered this incredible story in George Saliba’s Tiktok Post.
George said, “So you have moles, guys. I knew that. A few days ago, I went to a friend who worked at DuPont whether they had worked with moles under them. I asked.”
Imagine hiring new employees and selling wholesale high-end vehicles to other dealers across the country. Working hard to find an unusual truck like the Ford F-150 Shelby, your new salesman is about to sell it. He sells it cheaply so he has no problem selling it.
Your new salesman is a veteran con man. He will take you for $80,000 by selling luxury models under their wholesale value. George Saliba is totally shocked as his employee, whom he calls Brett Holmes, runs a profitable fraud contract when you have your clients on the phone. I have a sense of distrust.
This is George’s incredible story and warning.
“I was talking to this guy for three weeks. He grabbed me on Instagram looking for a job.
“Now I know that, he’s a mole, a con man. I have to call him out because he can’t scam customers. His name is Brett Holmes.”
George holds up a picture of Brett Holmes on his phone from his Instagram page
Brett is about to sell a Ford F-150 Shelby
“He’s about to sell my 2024 Ford F-150 Shelby to another dealer who is one of my customers. George said, “I called them and they said it was too good.” I said I knew it sounded like that.”
“So now I’m calling everyone who’s dealing with his lead and chasing his lead. I text him and what’s going on with him. Ask, he says I’m working and I’m plugging in.”
George explains how it all started
“I start getting calls from dealer customers who buy my car.
“They sent me a wholesale price and they screenshot it to me and I tell them this isn’t happening. He’s got the dealer at a wholesale price of $76,000. I’m selling my car for $59,000 when it was supposed to be.”
“He (Brett Holmes) even paid my clients for two nights for his Airbnb. I don’t know how I’m feeling right now. I feel bad.”
George can’t believe in a deception
“I knew something was going on since the first week. I told another employee, I think I have a mole. I have a lot of scams happening. I don’t know what to say right now. This is insane.”
“I called a customer who Brett was trying to sell a Ford F-150 Shelby. He said he was just in the office. After you spoke to him, he entered my office and Grab your backpack and Uber.”
“My clients think he’s legal and say he believes him. This guy is smooth and lovely. But he’s a con man. I put this on social media. And I’m trying not to hurt anyone else to this guy.”
George gives buyers good tips and warnings
“I’ll give you a quick hint about this. If you’re buying a car from a wholesaler or broker and trying to make an incredible deal, you may not own a car.”
“Check Accutrade first because they give you the exact location of the vehicle and where it is currently listed.
Final thoughts and questions for car buyers
This advice can help you make informed decisions and avoid becoming a victim of such fraud. There are many con artists looking for unsuspecting victims. What should George do differently before hiring Brett Holmes?
Before hiring anyone, Gross Mendelsson said: “We are a scientist in a business that is a great way to help people get involved in the business.
Conduct a thorough background check Check Employment History Check Social Media If you need to check your online presence, carefully assess the candidate’s qualifications and skills. Being scam
What can you do to prevent car buyers from being scamed by car brokers?
To prevent fraud by car wholesalers or brokers, the car buyer states:
Thoroughly inspect brokers verify vehicle details independently and verify everything in writing “too good to be true” transaction check license and reputation seeking a reputation for a proven track record Consider using a good broker.
It’s your turn
Have you ever been scamned by a car broker or car wholesaler? If so, please click on the new comment link below to tell us about your experience.
Check out my Ford F-150 storyline. I bought a 2024 Ford F-150 Platinum and someone stole my taillight, it cost over $3,000 for the pair, and I was the sixth dealer of the day He was a man
I’m Dennis Friel, a senior Torque news reporter since 2012. His 30+ years in the automotive industry initially served as a consulting role with all major automotive brands and later equipped with a new test-driven vehicle as a freelance journalist. A wealth of knowledge. I specialize in reporting the latest automotive news and providing expert analysis on Subaru. Here, as a reader, we will ensure you are always well informed and up-to-date. Follow me on my X Subarureport, all Subaru, Wrxsti, @denisflierl, Facebook and Instagram.
Photo credit: Dennis Friel via George Saliba
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