How Exposing a Car Scammer Got me in Some Trouble

[@FlyingWheels]

Part 1 here --> kzbin.info/www/bejne/p2PMnmagpr5qq80

[@brandonbaker7468]

Your lucky he only got you for $500 if I was you I wouldn't take cash app. There's big scams with cash app bro soo be careful

[@90scarguy]

@oneownercarguy is my buddy, haha, I just text him this video. He will laugh, he had a lot going on back in the day man.

[@anonymousstoner304]

Just an FYI that segment wasn’t removed. You can still see the clip showing his # . Just so you know

[@gray3z1]

Your whiteboard has a couple names and numbers. You might want to keep that out of your videos too. JS

[@rogerchiu2210]

It’s human nature, when we see unjust and if could somehow make it right… to that extent I actually think Melvin will now get even more calls😅

[@CMASH_TX]

Melvin is that dude that will steal your wallet and then act like he's helping you look for it 😂

[@william9922]

😂😂

[@clinging54321]

He'll hide it under his fat

[@lask007]

I had a "friend".... looked like melvin... and he literally did that exact thing to me. Found my wallet a few years later in the back corner of my property.

[@jaymac7203]

😭😭😭 lol 😂

[@jaymac7203]

​@@lask007 It's a problem!

[@billy2069]

Melvin did say he would get you a whole ton of customers. No idea it would happen this way.

[@kurtrossbach8907]

DAMM Right!!

[@CHUNIOR05]

😂

[@bwalsh6992]

Halirious..

[@mojossancuary2780]

Best comment EVER!!!!😂😂😂

[@dinglbarry1275]

He should go into fortune telling because that was prophetic.

[@tragene2250]

You did nothing wrong. You exposed a scammer, a thief. People should know this. It is time for these people to be called out, humiliated, and made to know their actions will have consequences.

[@jukeboxfandango]

At the same time it's important for people to remember that watching a youtube video shouldn't prompt you to try and get involved

[@CuarentaZ40]

@@jukeboxfandangoehh I’m glad other people do. Only because he deserves it and I don’t have the time to be the one doing that

[@Shaggy-intothewild]

@@jukeboxfandangowhat would this world be if nobody helped anyone else out……oh yeah, that’s the crappy world we do live in now.

[@jukeboxfandango]

@Shaggy-im5kc - he's not asking for help, and usually when people take it upon themselves to get involved in situations they read about or saw a video about online, they think "help" is making threats and messing with a person's job

[@Shaggy-intothewild]

@@jukeboxfandango crazy enough, in this situation there is a bigger thing than just helping someone out….mine as just an overall statement for general help. This is beyond him and the need to hold people like this accountable for their actions. He did wrong and should be exposed. If the guy never answered the phone in the first place, there wouldn’t have been anything pointing to his indiscretions……but he did and claimed that he never had a car, that was the moment for me that made it completely fair game for him to be harassed 🤷🏼

[@ATLJonathanH]

People hate scammers. He needs to pay $500 and apologize.

[@Puddycat00]

Yes Marvin is horrible but the car dealer paid $6000 for the car and he sold it for $40,000. He didn’t lose shit. He still made out like a fat rat on the deal.

[@rhoonah5849]

@@Puddycat00 Does that really matter?

[@jameswalls9468]

NO, he should pay $1000. AND apologize, if he's a real "man" !

[@Anyone700]

@@Puddycat00 he also talked about fixing the car. fixing cars is not free. Also this is one of the good deals. How many cars did he get too expensive and had to pay too much to fix and then take a loss. Buying used is not all gravy... when you get a good shake you have to make it count

[@Holmesson]

​@@Puddycat00 ​Your account name and your position on this matter for some reason reminds me of those sleazy televangelists that are cool with praising their god one moment, then scamming their ignorant followers out of millions of dollars the next.

[@williemclean3224]

Melvin is the kind of person that makes this world difficult to live in.

[@vanguy7810]

Well put, thank you

[@johnwebb167]

Kinda like Brandon and the rest of the Demonrats

[@bob733333]

Liars and thieves rule this world.

[@Kingofrestrrooms666]

How about he become a minus?

[@HiddenAgendas]

@@bob733333 Yep, as a small business owners, I have been robbed several times and receive hundreds of reverse charges. All from the same certain group of the population.

[@fix8ed387]

The good thing is, Melvin is now internet-famous. For the rest of his life this video will be attached to him. Well worth the $500 price tag for exposing a thief and scammer. Good work.

[@MarcusPark-rb8fl]

Will be forgotten in a few years

[@eyeswideshut7732]

i agree he had 500 worth of shaming ...

[@leokeffalas3143]

@@MarcusPark-rb8fl nahh hes got an ugly mug everyone will remember everytime he goes somewhere 🤣

[@trumpisamoron1212]

@@MarcusPark-rb8fl Not by his friends who now know he’s a POS

[@pepeteriyaki3779]

@@MarcusPark-rb8fl perhaps by most but I will never forget.

[@stevenebesni2432]

Imagine scamming someone then calling the police. Let him take his medicine.

[@rvarsigfusson6163]

Stupidity can not be cured....... That`s fact for sure.

[@Chris-2-of-3]

He's "entitled".

[@ravenmoto310]

Another criminal playing victim, next he will play the race card for discrimination

[@billmiller3425]

He did it because the scumbags know the system now protects THEM, not the victims. God bless America.

[@ChrisWijtmans]

@@Chris-2-of-3 he is not entitled, he FEELS entitled. People should stop abusing that word.

[@jonathanclemente1473]

Melvin is the kind of guy who carries a dead roach in his pocket and puts in on his plate at a restaurant to get a meal for free.

[@d1nonly14ever3]

😂😂😂

[@CopingwithGrattitude]

Great analogy!😂

[@Puddycat00]

😂😂😂😂😂 ppl actually do that . Someone even brought a mouse and placed it on a plate to get a free meal…..lol

[@RoguePhysicist]

It's quite revealing if a person would accept another meal from the same place where they found a roach in their food. Honest people, after finding a roach in their food, would probably choose never to eat in that restaurant again.

[@PrankCallDecentral]

Melvin was recently spotted at various buffet style restaurants, trying to negotiate their “all-you-can-eat” fee, then completely wiping them out, so nobody else could eat.

[@christopherdominguez845]

😂

[@johnmckinley6839]

😅😅😅😅

[@bard119]

He told the server what a great job they did, paid the bill with a $500 tip, and then did a chargeback on the credit card.

[@Herkulez1981]

Jesus Christ the comments here 😅

[@B._Smith]

Type of guy to charge back the all you can eat buffet once he's done eating and compliments the staff.

[@julesvern-u4e]

how nice the cops are working so hard to help this criminal while doing absolutely nothing for you. I'm curious did you even break any laws for the police to work for this clown or were they just doing it out of the goodness of their hearts?

[@MrSimondaniel3]

1. how do we know that? 2. Idk if they'll go after someone for a one time charge back of $500, but they might - especially if there's a pattern of crimes.

[@bryancoyne9692]

Yeah that usually how they work unfortunately but ur completely right 👍

[@julesvern-u4e]

@@MrSimondaniel3 lol youre clueless

[@TheIronChainMaster]

tHe lAw pRoCeTs cRiMInAlS 20o

[@NealVio]

Ha ha, yeah, you'd think the local prosecutor would at file charges on your behalf while an officer writes up the report. I agree and have wayyy too many stories.

[@reallyemptypockets6509]

So Melvin calls the cops to report that he stole $500 from you and now your fans “harassing” him?😂😂

[@elbarto4394]

Sounds like most TV court shows 😅

[@HarveyWallbanger-ho2cq]

That's how America works now, get used to it

[@navion1946]

And the police have the gall to call Craig.

[@probablynot1368]

If there’s ever a harassment battle, Melvin’s call to the police department confirms he had an ‘interaction’ at Mark’s business.

[@PaulStewart28]

Melvin knows his complexion gives him privileges

[@The_Legendary_Human]

Melvin actually ate the car, after covering it in sugar…he is right there is no longer any car.

[@carolynstewart8465]

Hysterical❤

[@stevegyee232]

😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@Puddycat00]

😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@Puddycat00]

Actually it IS possible. Ppl eat all kinds of weird shit. If he cut it up in lil pieces and ground up the metal and plastic. He could eat it. He will get sick .

[@connielgroendyke8266]

Omg 😂

[@_CAT-lg4sr]

After all this, Melvin would be smart to just send you $500 with an apology and partially redeem himself.

[@vanguy7810]

Thinkin Melvin is to stupid to do that, if you study him in the video footage, you will realize that we are dealing with a very stupid monkey.

[@27neverlose]

If Melvin was a one time scammer who only tried this scam once with this type of backlash, then your right, he would most likely send the $500 and say there was some kind of mix up, but lifetime scammer will only cry about the payback they receive and never admit guilt.

[@JustAGuy781]

Why would any scammer send money? Was that suppose to be a realistic comment or are you living in a fantasy world? That was an ignorant comment. Sounds like something someone without a true sense of reality would say. A scammer has no intention of making anything right, which is why it is called a "scam". Honestly we are watching a guy that touches his mouth like a little priss over and over. 🤷‍♂️🤷‍♂️🤷‍♂️

[@S1MH4CKR]

The internet does not forget.

[@michellecrawford1602]

@@JustAGuy781ok Melvin, we gotcha!!

[@MrCharlesEldredge]

Melvin went through a lot for $500. He tried to get you for 9k, but failed. Pretty scummy dude. You were awesome. Love the way you dealt with the whole thing. And your follow up was great!

[@mitchlymer]

​@@EUCvibesDefinitely not clickbait. What the title says is in the video.

[@dysFUNctionalOnes]

​@@EUCvibesdo you know what click bait is? Not this video!

[@normcoker9399]

Really great video. You definitely seem to be a stand up man.

[@OblivionPrime]

@@EUCvibes What's your problem exactly about exposing a scammer?

[@8PMFORMULA]

You must be a scammer @@EUCvibes

[@josephcontreras3988]

I was in the car business for 25 years F Melvin I personally believe there should be a website exposing every fraudster that walks into a dealership

[@richardfrank4959]

There should be a Web site showing everyone who has scammed someone I don't care if it was just a penny they should get called out for it.maybe we can setup a website like this.

[@troybusch2697]

I want to start a website “customer reviews”. They have no issue reviewing us, I want to do the same to them.

[@betrevryday1]

That’s an excellent suggestion a National list of Scammers 👍

[@kalen01]

Lots of dealers are scammers too.

[@MoneyMarcMes]

Don't forget the dealerships themselves as they are fraudsters as well!

[@randyharsey4992]

Craig you are not wrong for letting this scammers wrong-doing be known to the world. If more people took the time to do this, it just might help cut down on this happening.

[@masnaringquest4626]

How awesome would it be to see a 3rd and final video of Melvin showing up, agreeing to give you the $500 he owes you, on video, and apologizing? Come on Melvin! Do the right thing and restore our faith in humanity! 🙏

[@menonunya2984]

I don't think I would be able to sit through another one of these videos. Dude talks and repeats himself WAY TOO much!

[@john1959ism]

​@@menonunya2984thinking the EXACT same thing. Way too long.

[@Nick71237]

Nah the dudes gonna go the distance, no turning back now.

[@randy-ke8vn]

Actual, non-counterfeit cash!

[@yeephaw]

No need to drive all the way there, he can just pay over the phone with his credit card, or someone's credit card

[@Bulldog75stp]

Isn't it ironic that street justice is coming after a street hustler.

[@Muzzzzzle]

And now the loser wants to call the police….

[@Mr_Zimm]

​@Muzzzzzle he wanted to defund them too i bet. How the tables have turned.

[@dakotaautosales9673]

@@Mr_Zimm lmfao You are dead on

[@Zeebo1uk]

​@@Mr_ZimmBoom!!!

[@masterblaster4393]

This is the way to do it. Expose ALL scammers and make them suffer!

[@dennismcdermott6964]

No pity for Melvin, he is the scum of the earth. Gives black folks a bad name for no reason to them, except....he ain't very gright, not a good represenation

[@eugeneanderson7984]

Bankers are hated for making millions while doing nothing.

[@erikjohansen1873]

It will not be over for Melvin until he stops by with $500 cash and an apology.

[@louskunt9798]

💯💯💯

[@darkracer1252]

yes it will be. unless you want to end up in jail. and unless you want this youtuber to end up in jail.

[@twatmunro]

@@darkracer1252 -- Hi Melvin!

[@fivespeed42]

​@darkracer1252 haha... shut up, Melvin

[@frankrizzo5155]

$1000 an extra $500 for being a shit bag

[@stevenbear1610]

Get a small claims judgement, cost about 60 bucks to file and serve. Attach the judgement to the title. He can't sell it, or transfer it until you are paid.

[@stevelozano9523]

A lein.

[@OneLeggedTarantula]

car is long sold.. he had a buyer lined up..

[@bradd.8278]

@@OneLeggedTarantula That's why he said "I ain't got no car, I nevah had a car" lol

[@peves-]

The reason Melvin said "he doesn't have a car, he never had a car" is because he already cashed out on it.

[@WillCop-ze9te]

You cant do

[@slydog75]

There's no way this guy is ever showing his face in his Corvette club again.

[@IKnewMickey]

He don't have no car. He never had no car.

[@stephenwabaxter]

He will probably sell the vehicle as it's just too hot currently.

[@stephenbrand5661]

Something tells me he never has!

[@majormarshall588]

No club, scamming cars for his brother

[@dj1698]

My guess Mevin & his brother are going to somehow get a “clean” title for that car and flip it.

[@demayoexperience]

Let’s all call Melvin, not to harass him, but to encourage him to make things right. To live right.

[@richardschlueter9866]

You exposed a scammer and thief. You did everything right. I would have informed the police of the theft via a scam. Multiple scammers involved here.

[@chrgeorgeson]

It's a civil issue.

[@greenroom2]

Good for Melvin. Guys like that deserve everything they get. There’s no way this was his first time doing a hustle.

[@SunnynShare]

Good for Melvin?

[@re-upgangllc]

@@SunnynShare he simply meant good for him meaning he (greenroom2) was glad he was being harassed...

[@devonforsure260]

He probably thought he was slick throwing multiple avenues of payment. It's hilarious He's not slick he's a rat

[@sexshit1107]

Melvin is a Khant.

[@frankiegarza3002]

​​@@sexshit1107you mean khant*

[@bamkablam]

You provided a real public service but you should know by now, no good deed goes unpunished.

[@mymy3172]

That is one of my most favorite sayings because it is so true.

[@sprintcarsandguitars959]

man,some people are just plain nuts! over a video of someone else's issues?

[@DashDrones]

Or unpublished

[@DoktorFishPhilly]

Every town has a couple of Melvins... You're obviously a good person. And a hard worker who didn't deserve this. I truly hope Karma finds Melvin.

[@jforge5612]

Melvin "the low life" Johnson deserves all the bad karma that befalls him. Thank you for enlightening us about people like him.

[@BluffClub6204]

Melvin family business is h2o media in mn

[@Mars-77]

People him don't last long.

[@connorpayne2671]

That's not what karma is 👁️👄👁️

[@kevinleesmith]

Heartening to see a bad guy get some pain and good guy get some pleasure. It happens too rarely in today's world.

[@simonrodgers3278]

I would call it Pay Back not Re Charge 😂😂

[@BluffClub6204]

Melvin family business is h2o media inc in mn

[@michaelzepp5816]

What do you think the odds are Melvin's getting a new phone number 😂

[@bebin73]

MN? he's from NY. @@BluffClub6204

[@BigDaddyDru]

One of the saddest parts about growing up is realizing that the people who are over the top nice are often under the surface evil.

[@leonranchero7088]

Not always, it's just that a liar is a liar, dont let their lies fool you that an actual nice person is some scammer...lol😂 Is this "corvette club" guy making all corvette guys scammers? Being nice is just a part of the scheme and so is the cash... end of day cash and nice attitude ain't evil😅

[@CopingwithGrattitude]

“Over the top” nice…red flag!

[@S3_5]

Like you, I don’t want to see anyone hurt, but I’m proud of the internet for putting on the gloves for you. ❤

[@brg1708]

Craig - this is the used car dealer 3 hours from you (always count cash recieved twice.) I believe your video touched a nerve with many because the last 3 years people are TIRED of watching criminals getting away with petty to serious transgressions that in times past police, FBI, and banks would have taken seriously. I thought you were receptive to the many who called to give advice /show support. You never know what customer or people in their orbit will be a customer.

[@stormb3948]

So you’re one of the many idiots who called Craig I assume?

[@yusiffff]

I'd argue it's been going on for much longer than the last 3 years. Maybe the exposing of the scam artists has increased in the last 3 years due to more content creators realizing calling out scams is a pretty big market with all the different types of scams out there, which is great, but these issues have definitely been occurring for longer than that and people have been fed up for much longer than 3 years.

[@XJordanx89]

You did nothing wrong. I hope he still gets phone calls, hopefully they’re not threatening him or anything bad like that but who knows how many other people he scammed and hope he realizes he messed with the wrong person and doesn’t ever do it again.

[@madbusa3388]

I worked in retail, car dealerships for 20 + years. The scammers are more than a nuisance. Feeling for you. Keep up the good work.

[@jackjones1915]

Arent all used car dealers scum? Or is it just 99.9% of them

[@BudMasta]

you mean the employees that work there? lol

[@koffeetechshow]

​@@BudMastacope.

[@George-dy3pt]

Yea we had to get 4 cars ourselves because the police won't do anything and the credit card companies will always give the customer the money back! Thank God for the 2nd amendment!

[@moojuice369]

Screw Melvin, he scammed you. People like that deserve no pity and should definitely be exposed for what they are. Great video 😊❤

[@melvinsmiley5295]

Best $500 you ever lost I bet. Happy that it has done positive things for your channel and business. That must really suck to have folks try to lie and cheat you constantly. Keep being honest so other dealers have to follow your lead!

[@re-upgangllc]

bro the fact ur name is Melvin saying this cracks me up but there is def more than 1 Melvin living in this world

[@jameshickey9666]

You do not owe that person an apology at all he tried scamming you twice he got everything he deserves

[@SparkeyCox]

He is the bigger person to own up to his little mistake - yah - he said sorry but did not forgive the scammer for what he did.

[@YayWei320]

We support you!! Melvin knows he’s a garbage human, he’s just mad now everyone else knows he’s garbage as well. It sucks to suck!! I wonder if he still thinks being a scammer is worth it!

[@KStewart-th4sk]

Sorry to tell you it's all water off a duck's back for Melvin Johnson's ilk. This will be just one in a long list of scams he has probably pulled on people. Should check if he has a police record.

[@setapart3452]

So many people are reaching out to you because there are people around the world that is looking for honest and trusted car salesmen. It's unfortunate what happened to you, but it was good marketing for you and your company. This only proves that it pays to be honest.

[@miket5544]

People like Melvin need to be called out. Thanks for putting the video out - no likes to be scammed. People like Melvin need to be held accountable and called out to the church group he claims he loves and values so much. I can only hope every time his mom looks at him she does with the disappointment that she raised a thief. I know it is 500. but he tried to take 9000.

[@Kerronshane]

I love how humble, thoughtful, and receptive you are towards your viewers. I wish I could put into words the admiration I have towards you. Keep up the amazing work.

[@twofstu1]

This is just a taste of how much your viewers love you. Keep killing it Craig and thanks for everything you do.

[@SquirrelDarling1]

Everybody loves a good doxxing

[@BobPier-ob4zp]

Hey Craig,... ...I'm "next door" in Maine, ...Thanks for Being a Great, Decent and Honorable person for spreading the TRUTH about Scammer's that are EVERYWHERE in All industries!! You Are an Outstanding car Dealer and an Exceptional person overall! ...Sincerely and Respectfully, Bob P. Mid Coast, Maine. 😊

[@Joeshomegarage]

These people are crazy! I have been watching for about a year and it never even crossed my mind to harass him. You got out with a $500 loss and gave us some great information about taking credit card payments. Appreciate you!

[@cardinaloflannagancr8929]

What a total cop-out by the card company because it was keyed in. They don't even care if the purchase was legitimate or that the person still has the item in the condition it was advertised as.

[@Joeshomegarage]

@@cardinaloflannagancr8929 it should at least give him a bad mark on his credit but maybe not🤷🏼‍♂️

[@George-dy3pt]

​@@cardinaloflannagancr8929no they don't and neither does the police!

[@DDowling06]

Am I the only one who thought “it sounds like they just exposed an active scam method that anyone can use, call and have a card run and shipped to you then claim fraud.”

[@chrisjenkins203]

Ikr he still cleared $35.5K vs $36K?! Obviously, I despise scammers but this overall “scam” was really just a big ol’ nothing burger.

[@TreborKyle]

I live in Scotland. 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 Your video has gone global. 😎 I really appreciate all your videos and especially the ones detailing the ups and downs of the car market. They saved me a ton of money on a recent purchase simply by encouraging me to wait a few months until prices normalised. Thank you for doing what you do and being who you are. Your videos are highly educational and informative as well as soulful and relatable. All the best for the future. 💗

[@waynecarter6193]

Great video ,we live in the south of England its going global baby , keep up the good work.

[@reizo89hfc49]

Haha no u dinny 👍🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@DaveS71]

@Ms.Kristiansen Wow. What a trip.

[@amvdhulst]

The Netherlands🎉

[@MrSuzukigsx10]

Yup puerto 🇵🇷 rico watching too

[@atmacm]

This guy has a very unique way of cramming 3 minutes of content into 30 minutes.

[@chewarmstrong]

You ain’t lying

[@DanielWilliamIronside]

I came looking for this comment! 😂

[@burtd24]

car salesman

[@DanielWilliamIronside]

@@burtd24 great comment 🤣 excellent summary 👏👌👍

[@endtimesninja1235]

I knew this comment was lurking in here. He's a used car salesman. Shouldn't be too surprising.

[@mikedr525]

You're the nicest guy ever. So patient with all those calls! Crazy amount of calls... but you're so understanding. Hope you get lots of new business!

[@josephrago3270]

Craig, ramble all you want, man! You're incredibly relatable and I'm glad you shared your story. Count me as a new subscriber. Melvin sowed seeds and the vines that grew strangled him, so don't feel guilty for a second. I hope that the video and it's viral spread catapults your channel and business to a completely new level. Success is what honest hard working people deserve!

[@cookinggerson4000]

Ybe Mel mighted repented, n paid up, w/out the danger calls.

[@danoneill130]

@@cookinggerson4000 huh?

[@ixlr8677]

mel will say you gave out his number on purpose. hes just a tub of yea.

[@bobmanzi7712]

melvin did it to himself, i have no pity for him. great stuff thanks

[@ronaldmatthews1715]

I’m so glad for you. You are probably the first used car salesman that the public is totally behind. Usually they would burn you at the stake. Next we need to help tow truck drivers. I’m a new subscriber and glad, keep it up

[@LifesGood-nu6rd]

😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@qwertqwertqwertqwertqwertq9531]

I give burn by mechanics and tow truck drivers a few time over the years. Irving but dishonest axxhole!!!they don’t deserve to get help, Can’t trust them!!!!!

[@erickrajniak8424]

Melvin just found out what happens when you "Try That In A Small Town"😁

[@Creations-hj2kq]

From south Africa… I’m glad you exposed this scam. We need to do this with corporates and stock market and politicians.

[@albertmaneveld9731]

Too much corruption over here..

[@belleame1064]

Craig you should complete a police report to cover yourself. All information on a police report is considered public record. Just so that the scammer doesn't attempt to sue you. Never trust any thief!

[@blairlewis3583]

Stupid comment the scammer can’t sue him.

[@stevenspilly]

The truth is the ultimate defence for a defamation suit

[@robdiqulous2328]

@@blairlewis3583 of course he can. He might not win. But he could definitely sue him.

[@CVM222VOLT]

I applaud your telling this story. It's good to see that not all used car dealers are shady. I hope 5 years from now when your scammer tries to do some kind of car deal, people say" I Know Who You Are" and walk away from him. He does deserve that kind of karma

[@Mespera3011]

Everybody in the business will remember him forever. He's done. I'm watchin this from Europe. Imagine entire America sees this too 🤣

[@BluffClub6204]

Melvin family business is h2o media in mn

[@jimbo1231969]

Your videos regarding this matter are much more educational to me than you ever could have imagined, and not in the ways I would have expected. Key takeaways for me were 1) Remember that when people are jerks, acting like they've told you a hundred times already, they are conflating you with 'the mob', whom they have indeed told a hundred times already; 2) When I've told 'the mob' a hundred times already, the individuals haven't been notified, and truly don't know, no matter how obvious it may seem; 3) Other people, (e.g., you) manage to demonstrate grace and forgiveness when dealing with that situation, from either end. I should do better with my own patience. Lastly, maybe karma is real. Your (and the scammer's) actions in this case did not have appropriate *direct* effects. But, while we will never know all the cascading indirect consequences that befall the scammer, you got a ton of exposure & goodwill, and hopefully video monetization far exceeding production costs plus your $500 'educational expense'. I think this may help me set aside desires for vengeance. Thanks for posting and thanks for being a thoughtful and reasonable person.

[@chope6786]

All the strangers calling in saying “hey give me his phn number…” Keep in mind some could actually be attorneys or litigation pros hoping you fall for it so they can help him sue you big time for giving out private info. Glad you aren’t falling for any of it but definitely beware of that! Hope your business thrives after all this.

[@thomaskent3136]

He did give out his number

[@Dad-979]

@@thomaskent3136no he didn’t. You must be a “Melvin” we “us” don’t like “Melvin’s” around here, boy. 👊 👍🏻👍🏻

[@phr3ui559]

that is true

[@selfhelp4testing]

that's the first thing I thought, attorney trying to get evidence of harassment.

[@jacobshandymantreeservicel2522]

It ain’t private if you can Google someone’s name to find it all… 😂

[@GunsAndRotts]

That's what viral videos do, I've never heard of flying wheels but the video popped up last night and I subscribed because he seems like a good guy. And it's always good to call out scammers to bring awareness. So good job flying wheels, you did nothing wrong, great job everyone

[@yakbreeder]

Let me see if I've got this right. He implied that you somehow took his $8,000, but then it "magically" appeared, in his truck? I would have ask him to leave my property right then and there. Deal canceled!

[@frankez99]

That’s exactly what I was thinking!?

[@OneLeggedTarantula]

exactly, super shady. the minute he claims his money was here is when I show him the door. actually earlier when he said his sister would take title. he is flipping cars without a license. his "sister" was his buyer, and the cash he had was probably her downpayment. out the door, no wholesale for you!

[@cpoire]

You’re an honorable man, you don’t own anybody an apology, but I understand why you made one. You’re a good man.

[@marialilahl3217]

I'm a SoCal independent for 4 years. Retired law enforcement for 27 years. I have not been scammed yet. My mentor of 45 years has been pretty much like you (only $500). That's exactly the way to get this guy. Nothing law enforcement will do, it's 2023, not 1982.

[@damegataco]

One lesson from this situation is that if you ever do a scam exposure video you need to clarify that you do not want anyone to harass him or try to get revenge on him for you, but that the only intention was to warn people so they can both avoid that person as well as learn from the situation to gain more awareness on how these scams are done. That way you can deny liability if someone tries to act on your behalf and try to go after whoever is being exposed since you can claim that you made it clear that was not something you wanted and even clarified that such action should not be taken.

[@peves-]

Yeah exposing a scammer pretty much unleashes him to every type of person on the other end of this screen. And some of them have dark thoughts like the guy who wanted to do a drive by. People don't like scammers so putting them out here you give him to the drive by guy, the hackers, the researchers, the trolls, police, every type of person you can imagine and a lot of people on the internet are bored and looking for some way to get back at a person like Melvin, if that's his real name. The bottom line is that now he is fucked whether the intent was good or not. He will get into trouble with people he doesn't want trouble from because they have already seen these videos and now it's open season on Melvin.

[@stevenspilly]

Unless you actually encourage people to commit crimes though, you're not responsible for other people's actions

[@InTheZone85]

I don't agree with this channel needing to tell his followers not to do anything. As long as he doesn't tell people to act a fool he doesn't need to tell people to behave themselves.

[@judyd1]

Yeah, just peacefully make your voices heard!

[@rangerrecon]

It’s great to see the support you’re getting on this scam issue. Yes, the overzealous responses of some wishing to do harm or harass Melvin is unfortunate, albeit unavoidable. Thank you for sharing the story.

[@JamesCieri]

Dude, I'm going to follow you so I can remember you in the future. I lost my license for a dui and had to sell my car. When I can get my license back I'll be looking for a car. I too am overall a distrusting person but having watched your kids over the corvette makes me want to trust you. I would like to thank you for giving me a feeling of trust in people again. I don't want to tie you up with non business nonsense but I just wanted you to know that I believe you are a good and honest person and I'd feel comfortable buying a car from you. Thank you

[@heathenbiker]

Thanks for the glimpse behind the curtain of a used car dealer's struggles. I never saw that side of it before.

[@Desertoasisstudios]

I never had a car - Melvin 😂😂😂 shame on you Melvin 😂

[@SamathaNLouisiana]

Great video. Thanks for the update! You seem like an honest dealer, so it's good he only got you out of $500.

[@carlweidman3026]

I just learned something new and I appreciate that all your help so keep up the good work

[@AwokenEntertainment]

I can't even imagine how many times Melvin has pulled scams throughout his life, he should get into acting

[@EllenBeeBoutique]

I agree, but it seems kinda cheap to scam $500 from a $36k purchase. OK, $500 is a lot to most of us but you still have to be able to look at yourself in the mirror. Maybe the scammers don't think like normal people. My father always advised us never afraid of answering the front door (in case a policeman wants to talk to you). Enjoyed both parts of the video. Great editing

[@Scalaflow]

@@EllenBeeBoutique He tried to scam him originally out of $8k, and tried chargeback for $500 on 2nd credit card

[@robertzmailbox]

I can't even imagine how many times Craig has "scammed".

[@abudabiallen-667]

I love how the scumbags are always the first one to call the police.

[@AuRennes.z2]

craig you seem like a cool guy you deserve all the success coming forward.

[@arniestewart9738]

Sorry for the scam. It doesn't help with trust issues but please know that everyone is not out there trying to get over. Thanks for sharing your experience.

[@markhutchinson3367]

Dealing with scammers trying to buy your car is the worst. I have dealt with this over my years. It is unfortunate that you're out $500, but at least your viral video calling him out more than made up for that in ad revenue. He will get his on Judgement Day for scamming.

[@pyramidion5911]

KZbin gets rich off the ads not the creators

[@richkeylor787]

Melvin The Scammer deserves everything that is coming to him, and more. But it is also possible that someone who is thinking about trying this crap, sees the backlash and reconsiders.

[@jeffreybozeman6245]

That $20,000+ check from KZbin should take the sting out the $500 loss 😂

[@mattbarker1411]

20k..... partners get 7k per million views.....

[@hilham89]

$58,590 if he is right about getting $.07 a view

[@brianfrolo245]

Hi Melvin 🙄

[@hilham89]

​@@brianfrolo245😂😂😂😂

[@m3rkaba86]

Definitely getting nowhere near that

[@JoeK-r3f]

Flying wheels from New Hampshire, I’m from Massachusetts and am a first time viewer… excellent, thanks, kudos

[@brewgardsrg]

You did exactly what you needed to do. Good job Craig.

[@strongislandautoenthusiast841]

Good job bro and congratulations on going viral!! There are a lot scumbags out there but I believe you get back what you put out in the world. Keep putting out those positive vibrations and you'll receive positive vibrations back.

[@RichAllenza]

I grew up 15 miles from Albion ,N.Y. It's a small little farming community and once in a while you will get scammers like this dude.GET HIM GOOD

[@JonnyBaryshnikov]

Good heart. Glad you see that people are just wanting to be helpful and are on your side. Appreciate you sharing the story of the a-hole that was frustrated with your call. I'd buy from you anyday. You care.

[@gilbertrtf2195]

Big Melvin looks like the type that will take a bite of your food is you leave it unattended at a restaurant 😂

[@johnkammerer5707]

😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@paynetreyvon1261]

Not just a bite, the food will vanish.

[@ShaneDeLong-sm4dq]

He will steal the cash tip after you leave😂😂

[@rhilton5622]

​@@ShaneDeLong-sm4dqI was just going to comment that and you beat me to it!!😂😂

[@The_Lincoln_Penny]

My wife and I literally saw that happen once. A diner got up to go to the restroom. Immediately someone else sat down, took a few bites and a sip, and walked away 🤣🤣🤣

[@busaman1444]

Double edged sword, internet did it's job, scary part is majority of internet is full of crazies

[@terryvuylsteke2434]

Craig, you've unleashed the Flying Wheels Mafia, lmao!!! Awesome job brother, don't change a thing and keep on kickin' ass! Cheers from Canada as always.

[@alfredritcher]

You did great for exposing him people need to learn there is a response when you scam people you got 100% legal pay back for a theiving pos. I hope every time he tries to buy another car that they have seen your video

[@MrJdebest]

I'm so happy that lying sack of crap is suffering consequences for scamming you. An absolute, total dirt bag exposed - will save other people from becoming victims. THANK YOU ❤

[@anthonybelyea1964]

such a good guy it just shows. I mean you're apologizing to the guy that stole $500 from you and like you said it could have been worse. it just shows me as a subscriber what a good upbringing your parents did! congrats to your mom and dad!!👍🏼😎🇨🇦

[@jkjeffk]

Good on ya. Hope the ad revenue dwarfs the $500 you were scammed.

[@Dougfunny37]

He’s made thousands on the original video already unless it was demonetized

[@ClaytonTownley]

You don't owe that Melvin scammer anything. Never apologize to thieves and liars.

[@WarpedYT]

Haha ..this exact same thing happened to my friend Rich Rebuilds, he accidentally showed the scammers number for like 3 frames... crazy

[@cmfan6870]

hey good to see you warped perception!!! love ya my guy!

[@DonnieDarko727]

Humble brag lol 😂

[@WarpedYT]

@@DonnieDarko727 hahaha, That's a good way to look at it but it's actually really true, when I went to visit him he was telling me that and one of his videos he briefly showed the number to the guy who was trying to scam him.. literally for like three frames.

[@DonnieDarko727]

@@WarpedYT I don't doubt you. Power of the internet. Evil doers beware!

[@jmarxful]

Should just use a burner. People can call all day and night and the phone just sits in a dumpster somewhere lol

[@Motorsportsgeek]

You did the right thing. People need to be called out for their bs

[@rogermendez7266]

Right. Rob his house. Scammer house.

[@Motorsportsgeek]

@@rogermendez7266 People also need to chill lol, karma will find a way, you don't need to "rob his house"

[@dennisranck1613]

Thank you for creating your first video and making us aware of some of the scams that are out there.

[@geraldbyrne2146]

I now refer to every scammer I hear about as a "Melvin". It's similar to using the name "Karen" for a complainer!

[@MiguelSevilla]

People are ridiculous 🤦🏽‍♂️. I feel your pain Craig. Hopefully you’re at least able to close on some deals from the newly found notoriety 🤞🏽

[@jamesbecker813]

Of course they tried to get you in trouble, that’s why scammers are so emboldened. Love this video.

[@dyates6380]

Dude, I give you a lot of credit and can tell you're a very honest and nice person. I disagree about you "owing" Melvin an apology though. This entire situation came about due to his willful and purposeful act of scamming you, and he tried to scam you out of a whole lot more than five hundred dollars. All you did was try to warn other potential victims of Melvin Johnson, and if inadvertently his phone number got out, so be it. I can find someone from anywhere, especially if I know their name and what state they live in, including phone number and address too, within a few minutes online. You owe this loser NO apology.

[@stephenwabaxter]

Let's face it this is going to happen again sometime in the future. I'm sure Craig will still make a video but create some anonymity for the perpetrator.

[@daytonaguy3584]

He owes an apology if you don’t want to get sued for encouraging harassment

[@scrampker]

@@daytonaguy3584 So what about news reports that say something negative about someone, and cause the same reaction? Should they be sued? So far as I know, this is only possible when the news is flat-out lying.

[@Jaxinvt2]

Craig, I enjoyed both videos. I'm glad that you could expose not just the scammer, but also the tactics he used as well. I'm happy that you inadvertently turned this into lead generation although you have to sift through so many calls. They'll slow down eventually. Some may even turn into repeat buyers. You couldn't have spent $500 on any better advertising. 😂

[@dplorbl]

Good job exposing poor Melvin. I'm in a small town, where we watch out for everyone; that guy wouldn't have made it past the city limits.

[@BoostedNDMiata]

Sad when the law protects criminals more than the victims.

[@SP-dx7em]

It's because they don't have all the facts.

[@tcphoto]

Karma can be a beautiful thing, you have handled this situation well with humor, professionalism and grace.