YouTuber scammed after ordering £31k electric sports car from China
YouTuber receives fake vehicle after ordering £31k electric sports car
A YouTuber recently expressed frustration after receiving what he termed an ‘utter disappointment’ upon ordering an electric sports car from China.nSpending a significant amount of money on a product generally comes with the expectation of receiving exactly what was ordered.
However, things can take a turn for the worse, as discovered by the YouTuber, known as The Inja, when his plans went awry. The Inja’s channel primarily features cars, bikes, and various automobiles, showcasing the vehicles he builds or buys for his audience.
He faced disappointment after purchasing an electric sports car from China through an online seller, only to receive something entirely different. The YouTuber believed he was ordering an EV Qiantu K50, designed and manufactured by Qiantu Motor, which ceased production in 2020 after selling fewer than 200 units.
Upon receiving the vehicle, he found himself ‘speechless.’ Instead of the expected car, he received something that defied description. In a 2020 video, he revealed the vehicle to his followers, describing it as a “pink fun v humvee or whatever the frick this is.”
Expressing his frustration, he said, “Words cannot describe the anger and the frustration I feel right now. I am speechless, complete scam.” Upon unboxing the vehicle and taking it home, he and a friend tested its roadworthiness, only to find it extremely slow and notably small.
Additionally, the vehicle featured fake Lexus logos on the steering wheel. In a follow-up video, the YouTuber mentioned he managed to secure a partial refund, though the process was far from straightforward. He noted in the video’s caption that the seller insisted on specific refund conditions.
The YouTuber explained, “He demanded he can’t wire the funds back to me and that only PayPal or a Chinese bank works for him,” suggesting it was part of a scam. He also cautioned his followers to be vigilant when ordering from abroad.
In a third video, he claimed the seller made the refund process difficult, forcing him to privatise previous videos before receiving $29,000 of the $31,000 he had sent.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Here are some common questions asked about this news
What car did The Inja think he was ordering?
The Inja believed he was ordering an EV Qiantu K50.
What did The Inja actually receive instead of the car he ordered?
He received a ‘pink fun v humvee’ with fake Lexus logos.
Did The Inja get a refund for the incorrect vehicle?
Yes, he managed to secure a partial refund of $29,000 out of $31,000.
What problems did The Inja face with the vehicle he received?
The vehicle was extremely slow, notably small, and had fake Lexus logos.
What advice did The Inja give his followers regarding online purchases?
He cautioned his followers to be vigilant when ordering from abroad.
