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mr2lor 01-02-2013 05:11 PM
Garagefrs.com
 
I remember entering a chance to win $10,000 in tuning parts from garagefrs.com, and guess what, I've received an email saying that I have been chosen. Now, I'm kind of skeptical because I have been receiving a lot of junk email lately and I don't want to be a victim of identity theft. Attached to the email is a affidavit requiring SSN, address, driver license and so on.

Is this legit or a scam? Email is from sorc.com

Thanks!

Neziah 01-02-2013 05:15 PM
I would say scam. Contact them directly by phone instead. Although I do not see any way to contact them by looking at their website. I would never send that sort of information by Email.

"The Garage FR-S sweepstakes to win tuning parts for the Scion FR-S is now over – thank you to everyone who entered! Be on the lookout for the December drawing and announcement of the promotion’s three winners on GarageFRS.com"

If it turns out to be real, that is awesome!

zaptorque 01-02-2013 05:24 PM
Yeah, I would call and verify with someone before you start giving out SSNs....

mr2lor 01-02-2013 05:24 PM
I assumed they need all those information for tax purposes since it's well over $600 as stated on their document.

Here's what the email state:

You are the winner of the First Prize Package which consists of the following parts:
• Toyo Tires (4) Tires Proxes T1 Sport up to 20”
• Dai Yoshihara Wheels (4)
• DC Sports Short Ram Intake System & Universal Muffler
• KW Suspension Coilover Kit
• Tanabe Sustec Front Strut Tower Bar
• Tanabe Sustec 4 Point Under Brace
• Mackin R40 KICs lug nuts

Tt3Sheppard 01-02-2013 05:42 PM
Quote:
Originally Posted by mr2lor (Post 640176)
I assumed they need all those information for tax purposes since it's well over $600 as stated on their document.

Here's what the email state:

You are the winner of the First Prize Package which consists of the following parts:
• Toyo Tires (4) Tires Proxes T1 Sport up to 20”
• Dai Yoshihara Wheels (4)
• DC Sports Short Ram Intake System & Universal Muffler
• KW Suspension Coilover Kit
• Tanabe Sustec Front Strut Tower Bar
• Tanabe Sustec 4 Point Under Brace
• Mackin R40 KICs lug nuts
Do they have a phone number? If you won then CONGRATS because thats a sweet package

denkigrve 01-02-2013 05:44 PM
Quote:
Originally Posted by mr2lor (Post 640176)
I assumed they need all those information for tax purposes since it's well over $600 as stated on their document.

Here's what the email state:

You are the winner of the First Prize Package which consists of the following parts:
• Toyo Tires (4) Tires Proxes T1 Sport up to 20”
• Dai Yoshihara Wheels (4)
• DC Sports Short Ram Intake System & Universal Muffler
• KW Suspension Coilover Kit
• Tanabe Sustec Front Strut Tower Bar
• Tanabe Sustec 4 Point Under Brace
• Mackin R40 KICs lug nuts
It's just under $10,000 worth of parts, but call them to verify and make sure. It sounds legit based on that list and the amount mentioned on the site.

mr2lor 01-02-2013 05:45 PM
Yes, they have a phone number listed on the email. I've already contacted them and was told to get it done by the 15th to get the prize shipped to me. I've talked to a lady who sounds professional and courtesy so hopefully all goes well.

Jwong 01-02-2013 05:50 PM
congrats man! cant wait to see them on your car

m.box.design 01-02-2013 05:56 PM
You should make a thread for Before and After (and in-progress) shots. :)

Hanakuso 01-02-2013 06:13 PM
Congrats (Hopefully).

If I was in your shoes I would do it all in person. Since your location says CA maybe take a trip down to them. I believe they are from Socal so it shouldn't be more then a 5-6 hour drive even if you're from the most northern area of Cali.

Starscream15 01-02-2013 06:17 PM
If the email came from sorc.com thats Source Interlink. I would contact them.

http://www.sourceinterlink.com/contact-us/

EDIT: Oh, I see you got them on the phone already.. Congrats!

LIKEABOSS 01-02-2013 06:18 PM
Quote:
Originally Posted by mr2lor (Post 640240)
Yes, they have a phone number listed on the email. I've already contacted them and was told to get it done by the 15th to get the prize shipped to me. I've talked to a lady who sounds professional and courtesy so hopefully all goes well.
You should find out what their phone number is on the site not the one in the email. Of course the scammer would put a real but not legit phone number in the email.

mr2lor 01-02-2013 06:20 PM
Quote:
Originally Posted by Hanakuso (Post 640314)
Congrats (Hopefully).

If I was in your shoes I would do it all in person. Since your location says CA maybe take a trip down to them. I believe they are from Socal so it shouldn't be more then a 5-6 hour drive even if you're from the most northern area of Cali.
Actually, that's not a bad idea. They're located in Irvine which I am planning to make a trip to Irvine this Thursday.

mr2lor 01-02-2013 06:31 PM
Well, I did a little of investigation of Maria Jamison and the phone number listed on the email and it seems legit. Here's the contact person info given on the email.

Maria Jamison
Group Publisher
Source Interlink Media - International Automotive Group
Super Street, Import Tuner, Modified, eurotuner.com, european car, Honda Tuning, Project Car
maria.jamison@sorc.com -- 949.705.3149

encity5 01-02-2013 07:12 PM
its sounding more and more legit,
CONGRATULATIONS!

white devil 01-02-2013 07:40 PM
Keep us informed....Congrats!!

Jeong 01-02-2013 09:19 PM
damnnn 10k from just entering a competition... congrats bro! hope it works out for you!

jflogerzi 01-02-2013 09:29 PM
You lucky SOB!!!

ScionFamily 01-02-2013 09:35 PM
Damn bro if this is legit AWESOME!!!!

86 FRS 01-02-2013 09:37 PM
Damn! Congrats. So lucky. Now gimme that KWs. Lol jk

LIKEABOSS 01-02-2013 09:40 PM
Quote:
Originally Posted by mr2lor (Post 640354)
Well, I did a little of investigation of Maria Jamison and the phone number listed on the email and it seems legit. Here's the contact person info given on the email.

Maria Jamison
Group Publisher
Source Interlink Media - International Automotive Group
Super Street, Import Tuner, Modified, eurotuner.com, european car, Honda Tuning, Project Car
maria.jamison@sorc.com -- 949.705.3149
Sounds pretty legit! Congrats!!! :)

bigjake 01-02-2013 10:31 PM
lucky bastard

AsphaltLover 01-03-2013 01:01 AM
congrats if true. i hate you so much but you are forgiven since you drive an asphalt.

FRSGT86 01-03-2013 02:01 AM
Wow, that's awesome. Congrats!

pr086 01-03-2013 11:46 AM
to be honest if it were me, i'd rather have the 10k in cash instead of the parts.

Kilzod 01-03-2013 04:51 PM
Quote:
Originally Posted by pr086 (Post 641751)
to be honest if it were me, i'd rather have the 10k in cash instead of the parts.
yep - 10K for forced induction plus extra random goodies instead of the other stuff hehe :)

pr086 01-03-2013 05:02 PM
Quote:
Originally Posted by Kilzod (Post 642378)
yep - 10K for forced induction plus extra random goodies instead of the other stuff hehe :)

i'd pay off the car and pocket the rest. i really don't have the itch to modify this thing, and i'm coming from a modded si.

MTCRX 01-03-2013 05:14 PM
If it is legit congratulations, we are all jealous. But if it looks too good to be true....
Why would they need your SSN, for tax writeoff etc?

Good luck but be careful.

p00mba 01-03-2013 09:39 PM
damn if its real i hate you right now lol... sell me the KW!!!

Jeong 01-03-2013 10:08 PM
I just realized. Garage frs is a super street (the magazine) project so it should be legit. Just saying

jmaryt 01-03-2013 10:18 PM
Quote:
Originally Posted by mr2lor (Post 640240)
Yes, they have a phone number listed on the email. I've already contacted them and was told to get it done by the 15th to get the prize shipped to me. I've talked to a lady who sounds professional and courtesy so hopefully all goes well.
do yourself a favor,and contact the chamber of commerce where they are!
contact the bbb too,BEFORE you give any info! find out for sure if they are legit!
hell,they may not even exist as a company,at least by that name! bottom line! check 'em out!


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