Scammers often use forged PDF reports to hide accidents, salvage titles, or odometer rollbacks. If a seller gives you a printed report, you MUST verify it yourself from an official source.
Check the URL & Date
A real report from an official source will have a verifiable URL or a recent date. If the report is more than a week old, it's already outdated.
Look for Formatting Errors
Look closely at fonts, logos, and alignment. Scammers often use Photoshop to change 'Salvage' to 'Clean'. If the text looks blurry or misaligned, walk away.
Pro Tip
Always run your own fresh report before handing over any money. Scammers often use an old report to hide a very recent accident or title brand.