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11 community reports for 0482 091 942 (0482091942): callers target Carsales listings, request payment for transport, offer unrealistic prices, and request personal information.
Car Sales Scam Reports for 0482 091 942
Eleven contributors have reported suspicious activity from 0482 091 942 (also written as 0482091942), with a clear pattern targeting people who have advertised vehicles on Carsales. Despite Carsales privacy protections being enabled, callers from this Optus mobile number have repeatedly contacted contributors about their car listings. Reports indicate a coordinated operation exploiting online car sale platforms, with callers using deceptive tactics including unrealistic price offers, requests for payment, and demands for personal information.
The number 0482091942 appears specifically designed to target Carsales users. Multiple contributors note they never provided their contact details publicly, suggesting the caller may have circumvented Carsales privacy settings or sourced numbers through other means. One contributor stated they "used their privacy option" on Carsales but still received a call from 0482 091 942 claiming to be from "Cars24."
What Callers from 0482 091 942 Claim
Contributors report callers from 0482 091 942 approaching them as potential buyers for their advertised vehicles. However, the interaction patterns reveal several red flags. One caller claimed affiliation with "Cars24" and immediately hung up when questioned, suggesting the claim was false. Another caller from 0482091942 offered an unrealistically low price for a truck, then became aggressive and angry when the contributor couldn't meet their demands, yelling throughout the call.
A particularly concerning report about 0482 091 942 involved a caller claiming to be from a "car sales mob" who wanted to buy the vehicle but demanded the contributor pay for transport costs upfront. This is a classic advance-payment scam where the victim never receives any funds and loses money on transport fees. Another report mentioned unsolicited texts from this number with offers and warnings against clicking links, indicating phishing activity associated with 0482091942.
Report Patterns and Timing
Reports spanning from March 2024 to November 2025 show sustained targeting from this number. One contributor reported receiving calls every single day from 0482 091 942, describing the harassment as "getting annoying." The majority of reports come from answered calls, suggesting the callers are persistent and willing to engage directly rather than leaving voicemails. The pattern indicates 0482091942 operates on an Optus mobile network, enabling repeated contact from the same source.
The timing of reports shows this operation has been active for over a year, with no apparent decrease in activity. Contributors across different months report similar tactics, suggesting either the same criminal group or a coordinated network using this number. The consistency in targeting Carsales listings specifically indicates this is not random telemarketing but a deliberate scam operation focused on online car sale platforms.
What to Do If You Receive a Call from 0482 091 942
If 0482 091 942 calls you:
- Do not: Engage with requests for payment, personal information, or bank details. Do not discuss your vehicle's details, location, or condition. Do not return the call or click any links they may send via SMS.
- Do: Hang up immediately if the caller becomes aggressive or makes unrealistic offers. Block the number on your phone to prevent further contact. If you have an active car listing, review your privacy settings on Carsales and other platforms.
- Report to authorities: Document the call details including date, time, and what was said. Report to ACMA and Scamwatch if money was requested or personal information was disclosed.
What to Do If You Receive an SMS from 0482 091 942
If 0482091942 sends you a text message:
- Do not: Click any links in the message. Do not reply or engage with the sender. Do not provide any personal or financial information in response.
- Do: Take a screenshot of the message as evidence. Delete the SMS after recording details. Block the number immediately to prevent further contact.
- Report: Forward the message to 0429 999 888 (ACMA's spam reporting number). Report to Scamwatch at scamwatch.gov.au with details of any phishing links included.
How to Report 0482 091 942
If you've been targeted by this number, report your experience to protect other car sellers:
- ACMA (Australian Communications and Media Authority): Report the number at acma.gov.au. This is the regulatory body that can investigate telecommunications harassment and scam activity.
- Scamwatch: Lodge a report at scamwatch.gov.au describing the specific tactics used. Include details about Carsales targeting and any payment requests.
- Carsales: Contact Carsales support directly to report that your privacy protections were bypassed or your listing was targeted by scammers.
- ReportCyber: If phishing links were involved, report to cyber.gov.au with evidence of the links and any associated messages.
- Reverseau: Contribute your experience on this page to help other Australians identify and avoid this number. Your report helps build community awareness of active scam operations.
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What Our Users Reviewed
Bloke said he was from a car sales company, claimed he couldn't use their legit messaging system cause his employer wouldn't let him, which is dodgy because I've already dealt with them properly through the app
Called about my car listing on Carsales but I used their privacy option, claimed to be from Cars24, hung up, sounds dodgy
Someone wanting to buy my car from ads, bit strange
Rang about my car on Carsales, hard to understand, had an Indian accent
Scammer working hard to steal your money!
Glad I checked this number through reverseau.
Car advertised on Carsales which appears to be a targeted site for the scammers.
Beware!
Bloke rang asking about a truck, got angry when I couldn't follow his demands, yelling the whole time
Car sales mob claiming to buy my car, want me to pay for transport
Unsolicited calls and texts with an offer, warning not to click links
Reached out about car for sale on Carsales with unrealistically low price offer
Multiple calls trying to buy my car that I listed on Carsales
Calls every day, probably because of car advertised on car sales, getting annoying
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WRITE A REVIEWFrequently Asked Questions
Why did 0482 091 942 call about my car if I used privacy protection on Carsales?
One contributor reported that 0482091942 called despite using Carsales privacy settings, claiming to be from "Cars24." This suggests the caller either bypassed the platform's protections, obtained contact details through a data breach, or sourced numbers from other car sale platforms where listings were posted. Contributors should assume their information may have been compromised if targeted by 0482 091 942.
What should I do if a caller from 0482091942 asks me to pay for vehicle transport?
Do not pay. A contributor reported that a caller from 0482 091 942 claimed to be buying their vehicle but demanded payment for transport upfront. This is a scam - legitimate buyers pay after purchase, not before. Hang up immediately and block 0482091942. Report the incident to Scamwatch at scamwatch.gov.au.
Is 0482 091 942 a legitimate car buyer or dealer?
No. One report noted the caller claimed to be from "Cars24" but hung up immediately when questioned, indicating the claim was false. Multiple contributors have flagged 0482091942 as suspicious or scam activity. If an actual business wanted to buy your car, they would provide verifiable contact details and professional communication, not aggressive calls and unrealistic price offers.
Why do I keep receiving calls from 0482091942 every day?
One contributor reported receiving daily calls from 0482 091 942, likely because their vehicle was advertised on Carsales or another online platform. Scammers using this number target active car listings systematically. Block 0482091942 on your phone. Consider removing your listing temporarily or using a different contact method until the calls stop.
What tactics are used by callers from 0482 091 942?
Community reports for 0482091942 describe multiple tactics: offering unrealistically low prices to pressure quick decisions, requesting personal information, demanding upfront payment for transport, becoming aggressive when demands aren't met, and sending phishing SMS links. The caller from 0482 091 942 may yell or hang up abruptly if you question their legitimacy.
Should I report 0482 091 942 to anyone besides Reverseau?
Yes. Report 0482091942 to ACMA (acma.gov.au) as a telecommunications harassment number. If payment was requested, also report to Scamwatch (scamwatch.gov.au). If SMS phishing links were involved, report to ReportCyber (cyber.gov.au). Reporting helps authorities track the scam operation and protect other car sellers from 0482 091 942.