"You've won a car" Scam - Carlswald / Design Quarter

So the interesting point to find out, is who gave them your contact details, or where did they get it from? It's strange that he only had your first name - are they trying random cell numbers, connecting to voice mail to hear the persons name, and then contacting the person? Can't wait for the new privacy bill - I hope to throw it a Vodacom for all the damn sms spam they allow.

#1 Jean-Pierre van Riel on 2008-10-02 05:37 (Reply)

Hey, My wife got contacted by the same scheme. She immediately phoned me to ask me to check out whether it was a scam or not. Apparently the phrase "you need your partner to come with you" set off her internal spam filter. (I love the fact that my wife has an internal spam filter.) A quick search on the Internet found this place. I love the "one of 15 people who made it into the draw" because you automatically assume that you have a 1 in 15 chance of getting a car which is pretty good odds. What they don't mention is that it is not guaranteed that one of those people will drive away with the car - apparently they have a bowl of 100s of keys that may or may not contain the keys to the car. If you are a young new salesperson and want to learn how to sell then go to this - these people are amazing professional salespeople. They create a vibe and use every trick under the sun to get you to buy including turning nasty if you are not interested. There is no "take it home and think about it" - you need to buy then and there.

#2 Allen Baranov (Homepage) on 2008-10-06 14:10 (Reply)

I have just been contacted by the same people and everything I read her is exactly what they have told me. ..esp that I would be contacted tomorrow for the address, and that I need to come with my partner. I was given a phone number and on typing it on the internet, I got this webpage. Has anyone ever attended this so call "you have won a car" thing? They are currently using the name "Prime Vision".

#3 Tony (Homepage) on 2008-10-30 09:44 (Reply)

QVC got so upset with all the comments on my blog they are trying to shut me up by suing me for R461 500. It's obscene. Do they really think that this kind of thing won't eventually be exposed by bloggers?

#4 Donn Edwards (Homepage) on 2008-11-18 05:25 (Reply)

@Donn Sounds like a Strategic Lawsuit Against Public Participation ("SLAPP") attempt. Its interesting that they chose a big amount so that it can't be contested in a small court - you need a lawyer. It seems to be a very desperate act because I believe that the company would be nervous to take this to court. They are betting that you'd rather remove the article than sit in court and pay a lawyer etc. All court proceedings are open and anything that is said in court would be free for anyone to publish - opening a can of worms for them. Having said all of that, I am not a lawyer and have no idea what the company is thinking and have no idea what course of action is best for you. :)

#5 Allen Baranov (Homepage) on 2008-11-19 06:36 (Reply)

I also almost got suckered into this scheme. They got my details in a pretty clever way. I was stopped at my local shopping centre in Bryanston and asked to quickly fill in a survey so the shopping centre could get a better idea of its client base, along with the chance to win a prize. The questions were a bit on the intrusive side but I continued and recieved a ticket that would be used to claim any prize I won. Two months later the call comes in on a Friday morning. I have won the prize and I have to be there in 3 hours for the prize giving. Luckily I googled the name on the details they faxed to me. Right from the first call I asked if this was a timeshare presentation, this was denied every time. They seem to be very keen for my spouse to come along, that was the first warning sign.

#6 Tim van Blerck on 2008-11-26 13:08 (Reply)

I also got this call. I am always suspicious of these scams but i went ahead with the call and heard that their a Chev to be won, ipod, gps as follow up prizes. Throughout this conversation i remained suspicious to which the person calling me got tired and said he will ask his manager to call me back to confirm the entry and give me directions but that call never happened. He said to me for someone who is being offered a gaurenteed prize i dont sound very happy so i said that i know there are so many scams and i dont trust anyone. He gave me the 087 number to call and ask to speak to Tracy. When i called that number, it sounded like as if they were in a convention centre somewhere or call centre with all the noise. Funny thing is, my husband got the same call a week later!

#7 Noleen on 2008-11-27 04:13 (Reply)

Got the same call today (28 Jan 2009) I was told to leave my credit card at home as I do not need to buy anything. I was given the phone number 087 805 2380 to call if I need any assistance. Thanks to this webpage..... THEY WILL NOT SEE ME TOMORROW ~!!!

#8 Leon Schultz on 2009-01-28 17:02 (Reply)

Got contacted by a chap called Ben from a company called Prime Visions, which is believe is the same company. It looks like it is registered under Flink Warm Handel 101 T/A Prime Visions, registration number 2008/022354/23 The physical address is: VIP Building, Guildford Road, Carlswald, Midrand Prices up for grabs * Chevy Spark * Quad Bike * Ipod * Garmin GPS * Ice making machine Also came with the story that I had to bring my wife. As I knew it to be a scam I thought it good to play along and have some fun with the guy and told him that my wife cheated on me and that she has now left me and I don't feel emotionally ready to bring a partner. So yes, just thought I would tell you of their new name. I am seriously considering putting together an angry mob with pitchforks, tar and feathers and head down to their offices, seeing as shouting at them over the phone doesn't help. Cheers PS: The number they gave me is 087 805 2380 and it rings, gets picked up by something, and then dies.

#9 Warlynx on 2009-01-29 12:26 (Reply)

@Warlynx: Prime Vision is a known alias, I've got a list up at: http://singe.za.net/blog/archives/954-Why-I-think-the-Quality-Vacation-Club-is-a-Dubious-Organisation.html

#10 Dominic White (Homepage) on 2009-01-29 16:12 (Reply)

Hmmmmmm .... so glad I had this funny feeling and decided to do a little research myself (been caught before a long time ago by a similar scam in Boksburg) ..... like everyone else yesterday I got this call, same payoff line one of 15 lucky people to be in a draw for a Chevy Spark, and all of us will get a prize just for attending, icemaker, ipod, garmin etc, etc, The no. I was given is 087 805 2365 contact Jackie...... just tried it now and it just rings and rings!!

#11 Lynda Mercado on 2009-03-24 09:47 (Reply)

This is definitley a lot of crap, So please people dont entertain these people. They currently using the name Prime Vision, and up for grabs are the car, the quad bike, ice machine,

#12 Sinjay Manuel on 2009-03-27 09:16 (Reply)

Hey! Got the same call like 10 minutes ago. Lady called Anisha called saying i won a Chevy Spark, she went through the same procedure of telling me to leave my Cr card at home, and that i should take her for a spin in the car should i win :-l .She said i will be getting a call with the details for the meeting on Monday, and told me that they are located at the Cnr of Leslie and William Nicol.The company name is Terrafirma\Prime Visions.I googled the telephone number- 0878052380, and this site popped up.Brilliant

#13 Koogan Naidoo on 2009-04-03 11:31 (Reply)

GOT THE SAME CALL ON THURSDAY (5 DAYS AGO), BUT BEING PREPARED FOR SCAMMERS LIKE THESE, TOLD THEM TO CONTACT ME LATER TO CONFIRM THE DETAILS. REQUESTED THEY SEND AN E-MAIL AS PROOF OF INVITATION. WHEN I HAD ALL THEIR DETAILS, I SEARCHED THE WEB AND FOUND THIS SITE. TUESDAY THEY PHONED ME TO CONFIRM THE RESERVATIONS FOR TOMORROW'S DRAW. THE NO. ON MY INVITATION IS 087 805 2365 CONTACT PERSON TRACY. MY QUESTION, HOW MANY CARS DO THEY HAVE TO GIVE AWAY IF EVERYONE BELIEVES THEM???? HAHAHA!!!!!!! I MENTIONED THE SITE AND WAS CUT OFF IMMEDIATELY WITHOUT ANY EXPLANATIONS. SO BE CAREFUL. I WAS ONE OF THE LUCKY ONES.

#14 CHRISTO VAN ZYL on 2009-04-14 18:21 (Reply)

Also got a call Thursday. Looks like we are going to the same party! Annah 076 375 8026 was my contact lady. Needless to say she is not answering her phone right now. Maybe too busy getting the prizes and cars ready for collection by their winning owners!!!!!! Thanks for warning us on the numerous sites I found on this subject. At least now I do not have to cancel my braai tonight!

#15 Leopold on 2009-04-15 15:45 (Reply)

Hey I'm also on my way to Terra Firma house, cnr William Nicol and Leslie to collect my Chevy Spark or maybe a quad bike or my trip to Botswana. The entry line was that i had SMS'd an entry into a competion for the car via my cell and I was now one of the finalists. As I have occasionally entered an SMS competion when bored, I listened to the whole spiel. On Googling Prime Vision I found this site. Thanks for the heads up I won't be wasting my time. My contact was Candy on 087-895-2380.

#16 Mike Davies on 2009-04-16 14:18 (Reply)

Hey you guys, I got the same call from a lady called Annah. She even sended me a invitation through fax to the evening of the draw. The venue will be at the Terra Firma. They were so kind to send me directions aswell. The adress is as follow: Office 216 2nd Floor Disgn Qouter Nicole Grove Fourways. I think we should stand together and pull a nice prank on them!!

#17 Marko on 2009-04-17 12:57 (Reply)

Hi all, Same thing, maybe i will meet you all there!! lol, also got the call from a guy called Kenneth, supposed to be at Terra Firma Wednesday afternoon 14H00 free meal, need to fetch my ID book and drivers license, if i don't; win the Chev then i will definitely take home either a 2 week holiday, quad bike, sat nav or ice maker. Number i was given for verification is 087-805-2380 I live in Boksburg so wont; be schlepping out to 4ways. If they should call tomorrow to confirm i will I googled "prime vision" and mention this site and tell them to sod off!

#18 Julie Morris on 2009-04-20 11:50 (Reply)

This is all sounding too familiar. Got a call today from Fiona. She could hardly speak english clearly and definately sounded as if she was callind from a call centre. Also got told I had smsed in response to a comeptition for a Chevy Spark and that Anna would call me with Directions. Boy, Anna has no clue what she is in for when she calls tomorrow! Company name also Prime Visions with the get to gether arraged for Cnr William Nicol and Leslie. Thanks to all for the heads up on this! and I'm definately avaialble for some revenge.

#19 Darryn on 2009-04-20 18:37 (Reply)

I also received the same phone call for the: Design Quarter offices Cnr William Nichole Road and Lesle Road They told me the name of the company as Prime Vision, which gave it away, however looking at the address brought me here. I guess I'll not be going now. I have no problem buying time share, however if it is sold like this, then i'm not going to buy it. When will they learn. If they phone you in future, just tell them wait a second i'll get a pen, and just put the phone on your desk/table, don't hang up and leave it let them pay for the call....

#20 Annon on 2009-04-21 14:40 (Reply)

I had exactly the same thing happen to me on Monday. I'v heard of these things before, and wasn't gonna fall for it this time. But this lady was very convincing. She promised me, they were not selling time share, or anything else for that matter, and that there were no strings attached. Still a little sceptical I decided i had nothing to lose ( and the promise of a three course meal voucher for two, on arrival was far too enticing) My boyfriend and I were planning to go today, and get a meal if not anything else. Thanks for the heads up. Would like to hear from someone who actually went, though. Cos I read a story title Scammed? on jblog which almost convinced me to go. This lady walked in, won a holiday and walked out. same place, same details, same everything!

#21 Lauren Levenson on 2009-04-22 09:41 (Reply)

I got the phone call on 21/04/2009. The giveaway was when I was told that the car is ready to be driven away and I must bring my partner to drive me car home. I asked if my father could come as my hasband will not be able to get off workand he said that it is a couples thing but someone will phone me to confirm. At about 7 last night I got a call from someone (couldn't underdstand her name) who was quite rude and said that if I didn't bring my partner I would be disquailified. Funny that I should be disqualified from winning a car because my hasband is not there to drive my car home. This is very annoying and I want to find out if there is any legal action which can be taken.

#22 Niki on 2009-04-23 08:59 (Reply)

As did I. about a month ago,I told them I will not be able to make it. and again earlier this week.Told them today that I would not be able to make it, and also asked them wether it has anyhing to do with vacation points or holiday club bull..... She (Ina) assured me " no strings attached" Ja Sure....

#23 Riaan on 2009-04-23 09:16 (Reply)

My wife got the same call as above a few days ago and we were supposed to go tonight. Have now, after reading here, decided not to waste our time. Thanks. As soon as my wife told me I had to be there I told her it was a sales presentation of some sort, probably timeshare. When they next called she specifically asked if this was the case and the caller was very evasive. Another way to exact sweet revenge is to agree to go and then just not pitch. They book grups into time slots and if a lot do not pitch it cost them time and money as those doing the presentations and the venue still get paid. Sean.

#24 Sean Murphy on 2009-04-23 13:51 (Reply)

My wife also got the call on 22/04/09. We went there today. My wife was asked to bring me along or else she forfeits the prize. These people were so convincing that we went. On arrival, my wife's name was given and we were put in a room with a TV. I immediately went out to ask them if this is about time share. They insisted NO. Another older white woman was also there who asked the same question. They immediately asked us to go into another room for the draw. It seemed as if they wanted to get us out of the reception area away from new people coming in. We were so pissed off. I called the police from outside there and told them about this scam. I would like to get in touch with others who are willing to blow this scam.

#25 Pissed Off on 2009-04-24 18:23 (Reply)

So I'm a student and I got a call from them aswell. There is no way their getting me to buy timeshare, i dont earn an income and won't for the next 3 years... So i was wondering, since i dont really have anything better to do and am definitely not losing money, will it really be that bad for me to go? I am used to sitting through boring lectures... How unlikely is it really that I will win something? Did anyone who went get their free meal atleast? Like i said, they can only lose by having me there...

#26 Nicolene on 2009-04-28 14:46 (Reply)

Welcome to the club I have also just been scamed by this company who call them selves Flink Warm Handel T/A Inter Waves, I am so sick to death of these people whom waste you time trying to sell you time shares. because that is all it is about,Funny me and my husband both suspected this could be a another one of those calls.How can we stop these people.Cops are quick to put a stop to people smoking and other small matters but when it come to crime,what a joke STOP these Fools

#27 Lynda Esterhuysen on 2009-04-30 11:33 (Reply)

Hi Guys I recieved a call about an hour agoo with the same details, luckily, I googled it, would have been so upset if I cancelled my plans so I could go and recieve my prize, only to find out that it is some network marketing thingy...

#28 Suenet Manganyi on 2009-05-01 11:23 (Reply)

I got the same call, telling me that a copetition I entered I won, yet I could not remember it and he couldn't tell me what the competition it was. Then after a wile he tells me that i'm to young to collect the prizes, i'm 19, and that my parents have to come and claim my prizes. I said my dad will be there. but no they wanted both my mom and dad there. I was told to be at 28 Guilford road, carlswald on saturday at 9am. I entered the adress in google and the first result I a got was "you have won a car' scam. These People are waisting out time. how they get out details i dont know but they had my name, surname and cell number, it is scary to know they can get your detail so easy.

#29 Shanelle on 2009-05-01 16:52 (Reply)

I got the same call this morning and i am going to this so called comp and see what it is and if its a scam i am going to loose it on all of them but will let you know

#30 Chris on 2009-05-14 13:14 (Reply)

Same thing to me. Was supposed to be there today at 2pm (Inter Waves - Nichol Grove Office Park, Office 216, 2nd floor, Design Quarter, Fourways). Luckily I decided to Google the company name and found this blog. Annah was quite rude to me when I called (076 375 8026).

#31 JP on 2009-05-14 23:20 (Reply)

Hi all, More detail 0763758026 Scammers shouldn't bother honest people G

#32 Almosthappyaboutchevy on 2009-05-14 23:44 (Reply)

Flink warm handel T/A Inter Waves Venue: Terra Firma Address: Office 216, 2nd floor, Design Quarter, Nicole Grove, Fourways Time: 23 May 2009 - 10am Number: 087 805 2390

#33 Hennis on 2009-05-17 00:54 (Reply)

Well, seems this is vey popular. Received my call on Friday evening from Charity, and confirmation and directions from Charlanee, or something or the other. Tuesday (26/5/09) I received another call from Charity, asking if I had received directions. I then requested more information about the company, and what is on offer - she faxed me details - a quick google of 'Inter Waves' did not bring up anything, but 'Flink Warm Handel' did....this site - thanx guys. My partner has to be my wife or girlfriend, not a friend/buddy/parent. Yeah right!!! a collegue of mine saw the fax and mentioned he has an appointment with them on Wednesday @ 4pm....I laughed and showed him this site. I called 087 805 2390 - and mentioned to the guy who answered about this website - he went into defensive mode and explained that they are a marketing company...blah...blah...did not hear the rest...tried calling back - and eventaully spoke to the dude again, said that I will not be attending his scam.....was not impressed....LOL

#34 Lucien on 2009-05-19 16:27 (Reply)

i just recieved a call half an hour ago, the same story as i have read on the comments" chevy spark" only this time the company name was Interwave and their offices were in Fourways, William Nicol and cnr Leslie, a guy named PHILLIP was telling me about the amazing prizes to be won, Quad Bikes,GPS,Ice Machines and Holiday Vouchers.I'm so Glad i lisetened to instincts and decided to check them out 1st.Has anybody actually attended this HOAKS?

#34.1 Nathi Radebe on 2010-05-12 12:07 (Reply)

I just got the Same phone call about half an hour ago whilst at the shops. I have been scammed by this before except it was a Nissan 1400 Bakkie i could have won. The lady had said I had been Shortlisted to win a Chevy Spark - now - i dont enter these competitions over SMS and she said i had... Immediately I knew - Scam - 2nd thing was that she was very clear that it was not a marketing scheme of any kind blah blah.Uh huh.... She also asked if i had a partner and if she has a drivers licence. Another weird thing. My 'Time Slot' to go was at 2pm this coming thursday. Now come on... why would they hold a Competition during working hours? Makes no sense. Also - Why is this competition Limited to Joburg? Usually the Sms comps in magazines or on TV are Nationwide... Why Midrand.... Oh and it was Carlsworld. The lady assured me that I would not walk away Empty Handed either. Iphones, Cameras, Vacations will all be on the list to win... Guarenteed... yeah Right.... I asked her who the sponsors were and she hesitated and said Apple and GMSA. Surely GMSA would want coverage of such an event, surely they branches would know about it... alas. GMSA Head Office doesnt even know about such a competition running.... The event co-ordinator named tracey will be contacting me tomorrow - ill Try get as much detail as possible and then fly off the handle at her. Should be fun...

#35 Stuart on 2009-05-19 17:21 (Reply)

HI, I WAS ALSO CALLED IN WERE TOLD I WAS ONE OF 10 WINNERS, THE FIRST PRICE SPARK. WE WERE STUPID AND BOUGHT THIS POINTS, THIS WAS ON THE 21 APRIL 2009, WE WERENT TOLD OF THE 5 DAY COOLING-OF PERIOD, AND WHEN I TRIED TO CANCEL THIS, I WAS TOLD BY QVC SORRY YOU HAVE SIGNED I BINDING CONTRACT.WHAT I WANT TO KNOW WITH NEW CREDIT ACT WHY THEY CAN GIVE YOU R50000 WORTH OF DEBT WITHOUT DOING A CREDIT CHECK, PHONING YOUR WORK PLACE, CONFIRMING YOUR SALARY OR YOUR FISICAL ADRES.ALET

#36 Alet Erasmus (Homepage) on 2009-05-21 00:36 (Reply)

I have just been called today about this, I was weary about the call and immediatly asked if it was timeshare....the clown advised " no sir this is not timeshare you can leave your credit card and wallet at home" Being a little suspiciuos person i googled the address. No 28 Guildford Road Midrand VIP Offices Eden Gardens Resturant Number to call is 087 805 2365 I have been advised that Tracy will contact me tomorrow to confirm the address. I will not be going and i wish with all my heart that these guys will get flee infested balls of a thousand camels and no hands to scratch them.

#37 Neil on 2009-05-25 10:21 (Reply)

On 3/06/07 I Got the same call....Go with ur gut feeling, when something is too good to be true...& it is!!! I thought...listen & take the details. First thing i said...to Anna,if this is a timeshare offer...forget it lose my number! No...mame this is not a timeshare offer! blah blah blah....so i said see u tomorrow! yeah right...i immediately Googled & found this page! One would think...they'd just close shop, as more & more people have become wary of scams! but not this crowd.....geez if they have some smarts to do this...imagine if the actually used it towards doing something honestly! Note to Vodacom: PLEASE NO MORE SPAM! Thanks to all that bring awareness to this type of thing...as many honest people fall victim...to this Crap!

#38 Gizelle on 2009-05-25 18:53 (Reply)

Just received my invite to attend the prize giving ceremony on Saterday 6 June @ 13:00. The new company name Inter Waves. Ben was the representative and Kenny his supervisor, Tel: 011 467-5823 @ the Nichol Grove Office Park address. My husband is out of town on business often and when I informed them he could not attend, I was told that I could not represent myself in the draw, but that I could nominate a single friend to attend on my behalf. The reason, hubby would have to drive my car home when I win the Chevy and they need him to be at the photo op for the publication of the winners.

#39 E Badenhorst (Homepage) on 2009-05-26 02:06 (Reply)

Thank goodness for GOOGLE!! Yip got the call was was almost ready to go tomorrow 6th June to the Design Quater, The company invite is in the name of Inter Waves. Thanks to everyone who bolged here, I was almost a sitting duck!

#40 Mandy on 2009-05-26 15:52 (Reply)

Thanks to this page, I'm not wasting time and energy on this!!!

#41 Gert on 2009-05-28 19:33 (Reply)

I just got a call to, from Phillip. He said I was in the draw to win a chevy spark. I believed him because I did enter a competition for a chevy spark, via sms. I thought it was an MTN promotion. The number he gave was 011 467 5823, and Anna is to call me tomorrow to confirm 076 375 8026. Got the same story about meal voucher, GPS, husband etc. I really believed him because I did enter the competion. Stupid me..

#42 Bev on 2009-05-29 05:54 (Reply)

Also received a call, congratulting me that I was "one of 15 people who made it into the draw" for the Chevy Spark. Immediately susupected that it was a scam for "time share" but what really worries me, is the competion on the cell phone for the Chevy Spark - R10.00 for each play. Where does the money go? Company invite as "Terra Firma" at Design Quater, JHB

#43 Charlotte on 2009-05-29 08:24 (Reply)

Same thing happened to me as well... as soon as I advertised my TV on Gumtree with my house no.s on.. these guys started calling.. it's not worth giving out tel. no.s in newspaper or classified sites.. THANKS A MILLION FOR ALL THE POSTS !

#44 Ramachandran on 2009-05-29 11:49 (Reply)

I got the call today 6/10/2009 from a Lady called Sandra. She told me about the sms competition I entered and that I'm one of the 15 lucky winners. Told me to bring my ID or passport either driver's licence as I could walk away with a brand new Chevy. I told them I'm in CPT and she told me to ask someone who is in JHB to come and collect the prize on my behalf. I became suspicious and spent 20min in the internet googling about the company World Connection and the number she gave me 087 805 2365 and Thanx guys for the heads up.I also tried to call the number and no picked up the phone.

#45 Teekay on 2009-05-29 22:59 (Reply)

i received a call on Monday 08/06/09 from Michael -087 805 2365 informing i have won 6 prizes, chevy spark etc and i was clearly a winner of all. He gave me a reference number as he had all my details- J351. I knew this was too good to be true so just let him carry on. I was told Tracey 0731335150 would be calling me and clearly i never got a call- This is sooo f####king rubbish.... waste of my time. I would really like to know where they got my number from. He said i must come to 28th Gauldford road at 16h00 to collect my prizes. These guys really need to be caught

#46 Vanisha (Homepage) on 2009-05-29 23:17 (Reply)

And me too... The address this time is Office 216, Second Floor, Design Quarter, Nicol Grove, Fourways. So glad I didn't fall for this. I feel sorry for those that do. Spead the word. Where in the world do they get our numbers let alone our names. ANNOYED!!!!!

#47 Nicola on 2009-05-30 15:11 (Reply)

Also received a call this mornining about being "one of the lucky 15" who has an opportunity to win a Chevy Spark. What made me suspicious was I never enter any competitons and I decided to google it and thankfully I found this page.

#48 Munya on 2009-05-30 15:42 (Reply)

Got the same call yesterday.....Chevy Spark.....Garmin Gps.....Quad Bike. Address 28 Guildford Road/Place Carlswald. Still waiting for the confirmation call from someone named Tracey Kriel. Thank goodness for GOOGLE, I am going to give her a major blast on the phone...if she calls. Scam artists.

#49 Kevin Busby on 2009-05-30 17:06 (Reply)

I got the same call on Friday afternoon, this past week. A guy called me and told me that the draw is on Tuesday 16 June, Youth Day in SA at 10h00 at Terra Firma, cnr. William Nicol & Lesley Drive, Fourways in Design Quarter. I didn't know what Terra Firma is, so I Googled it to find out where this place is and I found this page on Google, saying it is a scam.

#50 Pauline Britz on 2009-06-02 08:43 (Reply)

Just received the phonecall now. Absolutely unbeliveable! Same Chevy Spark angle. Same phone number 0878052365 but this time the lady I spoke to was Viona. Didn't even bother calling the number. I just googled the number immediately and found this website. Luckily they only have my name and phone number but this could very easily have been an attempt at idenity theft. So scary! The manager Tracy is supposed to call me with directions tomorrow and the draw is to be held on Thursday. Would it be a good idea to get the police involved?

#51 Saweda on 2009-06-03 03:37 (Reply)

I think I nearly got scammed as everything else is pretty much the same.Now based in 4ways area,under the name of interwaves.I was informed that I have to be accompanied by my wife.I didint even bother calling back after reading this it justified my feelings....

#52 Jason on 2009-06-05 06:31 (Reply)

Got a call about 15min ago from"Dorina" promising me a 1 in 30 chance plus a free meal voucher to be used in any restaurant in Fourways-mall (where i should claim my prize) and guarenteed consolation prizes like quads, cameras and GPSes boo whoop dee doo!!! They call themselves "INTERWAVES" Good luck to anyone who actually shows up.

#53 rudi brits on 2009-06-08 21:25 (Reply)

I ALSO RECEIVED A CALL TWO DAYS AGO WITH JUST THE SAME STORY. THE PERSON CALLING ME WAS MICHAEL... AND THE ADRESS AND THE CAR STORY WAS JUST THE SAME..... THE ADRESS IS RETON WORLD CONNECT OFFICES, 28 GUILDFORD ROAD, CARLSWALD, MIDRAND ...... I REALLY HATE SCAMS LIKE THIS. GUESS WHO WILL NOT BE SHOWING UP TODAY.... HA.

#54 ANOTHER VICTIM on 2009-06-09 08:28 (Reply)

Hey guys These people phoned me yesterday too. They guarenteed me that I would win something. They now call themselves Terrafima and are still based at the corner of Leslie and William Nicol. I was also told that Anna would call me today. I wish sales people would snap out of it and realise that doing what is good, and doing it the right way, is the only way to run a self sustaining business that could actually serve a purpose and make a difference. I thank the rest of you for saving me from this scam.

#55 New Creation on 2009-06-09 09:05 (Reply)

I just received a phone call and googled Terra Firma and the address as they were speaking to me and this page came up. The same M.O. regarding the Chevy Spark and requesting that you bring your driver's licence along.

#56 RB1 on 2009-06-12 05:15 (Reply)

Hi, My li'l lady got a call from some people claiming something similar, except it was for a holiday of some kind and/or winning a car if "X number digits on your credit card matches and you will win either 50K or a kitchen makeover of some kind. The company was called Ocean Breeze or something. I didn't get any info other than that from her (we ended up having a not good discussion about the call and the proposed meeting itself but that's besides the point). Anyway, these people offered a holiday and what have you (guaranteed and what not), plus a car if (my) credit card details matched some combination of sorts. I just want to know if anyone else has had the call from this company. I'm hoping to get more information from her (location/contact number/etc) and update here accordingly.

#57 nortee on 2009-06-12 10:45 (Reply)

Hi all I was scammed in exactly the same way as all of you last week except I was dumb enough to attend the presentation. I left as soon as I heard it was a timeshare presentation. THEY HAVE MESSED WITH THE WRONG PERSON THIS TIME!!!! I am a journalist for the Sowetan newspaper and I am finally going to expose their dirty tactics to our readers. I do require comments for a substantial article, anyone that is willing to provide me with a comment on your experiences can email nawhal@live.co.za.

#58 Nawhal (Homepage) on 2009-06-12 20:05 (Reply)

just got a call from them when i asked if this was for real she said i should go check out the website www.ourwinners.co.za being suspicious i googled it and came accross this site, its funny they dont change their story still the same prizez quad bike,ice machine,gps and the chevy spark. bunch of idiots thanks for the heads up :)

#59 crash on 2009-06-12 21:32 (Reply)

Hi Got a call yesterday, from Carol, she did not even know my name, she just said that my cell number was chosen because last year I entered the Chevy Spark comeptition!!!!!! Obviously I don't remember and so I thought ok I will hear her out. Her company is now called Inter Waves with the telphone number of 011 476-5823. The address Terra Firma, cnr Lesly & William Nicole drive Office No: 216. I was also told to bring a partner and also my ID or Drivers Livence. Well needless to say my whole family have had this call and we found out about the scam. The "Anna" the events co-ordinator has not contacted me yet, and most probably never will as they gave me the address over the phone already. I was going to spin a Hexagon and then if I did not win the car I could win any of the items that have already been listed. BIG DEAL! This company is now known as Inter Waves and they are a Market research company, if anyone gets this call. By the way you will notice that there is a Chevy Spark competition on the go again, I just got an sms last week to enter the competition. So these people are gathering money from the sms's and making a bloody fortune for WHAT!!!!! they waste a persons time and seeing as they are a SCAM! who do you go to to report them and stop this! I hope someone can. Times are hard for everyone at the moment and offering such empty promises is absolutely terrible when most people don't have much. I think it is disgusting and they should be stopped.

#60 Kat on 2009-06-14 07:58 (Reply)

Just received the phonecall now ! Same Chevy Spark angle: Chevy Spark.....Garmin Gps.....Quad Bike.Don't eat, bring id, wife etc. Same phone number 0878052365 but this time the lady I spoke to was Viona. Didn't even bother calling the number. I just googled immediately and found this website. The manager is supposed to call me with directions tomorrow and the draw is to be held on Saturday. Address 28 Guildford Road/Place Carlswald

#61 Mo on 2009-06-14 08:09 (Reply)

Hi, I also got the call today and waiting for Tracey to phone me back to confirm the directions.I even got a fax to confirm the prizes , directions , Ref Number. The company used is World Connect , 28 Guildford Rd. Guess I didn't win the Chevvy, as I am not going. Thanks other bloggers.

#62 Acris (Homepage) on 2009-06-14 08:26 (Reply)

I've received a call and faxed invitation from "World Connect", to attend a talk tomorrow. I've had the call before and have "politely" declined. I'd like to know if more out there have actually attended, as little is known about what actually happens if you do go?

#63 Caryn on 2009-06-16 21:05 (Reply)

Same scam - the tele-marketing person was Anna, but the contact name she gave me was Fiona - 011 467 5823. Address was Terra Firma, Office 216, 2nd Floor, Design Quarter, Corner William Nichol and Lesley. There were other prizes "so you won't go away empty-handed" - a qud bike, a GPS, a holiday in Botswana, and Ice-maker etc. Thanks to this site and hellopeter.com, I won't be attending.

#64 hilary on 2009-06-18 11:23 (Reply)

This scam has been going on for years -- first time i got caught i won an "'original painting" -- looked like something recovered from a nursery school dustbin.

#65 mrbean on 2009-06-20 06:35 (Reply)

I was phoned yesterday to say I have won a guaranteed prize of either a T-spark... My reference was J485 and I should go to Terra-firma on Wednesday 14th July. The telephone number I was given was 011467 4823. I was told that somone would phone me today from Interwaves to confirm. I was phoned today and I asked them a few questions, like who they were and what competition I entered, how they got my details. They woman said Interwaves was a marketing co, but I kept probing with questions and she put the phone down. That when I googled Interwaves which led me to this site... The 2nd call on my cell was from a withheld number.

#66 Michelle on 2009-06-22 12:01 (Reply)

Got the same call Was not goign to go anyway but just palyed allong. company details Slimstar communications cc. T/A Inter Waves tell 0114675823 contact person Carol

#67 Anthea on 2009-06-23 19:12 (Reply)

Thank you all. I got a call from Carol yesterday who knew her lines so well she hardly took a breath. She didn't have my first name and asked for Mr. or Mrs. I also asked about timeshare etc. and got the same response as you all ie. no need to bring cash or credit card - they are not selling anything!!! Same prizes same blurb!!! Do they really believe that people are so stupid when we are all able to check things out - especially on sites like this. Same MO ... this time company name Interwave and address Terra Firma, Office 216 - tel no. 011 467 5823!!

#68 Illy on 2009-06-24 10:02 (Reply)

So glad I wont miss my yogo thanks to internet, the best was I had to come with a partner so that was first red flag as my partner was away. They phoned back to get my cell number then again to ask if they could phone my parents to make sure they were coming - Another sales oppotunity. Interwaves Venue Terra Firma contacts Kelvin and Anna

#69 tracy on 2009-06-24 11:01 (Reply)

hi guys. same thing happened to me, for bout the 7th time. same address, different name and number this time. its now inter waves and the number is 0114675823. wen they called i kept them on the phone for as long as possible, just talking kak, sorry for their phone bill ;)

#70 kzl on 2009-06-24 16:34 (Reply)

Same scam, got the call on 17 July 2009 stating I could win either the car, quad, GPS etc. Address was also Terra Firma, Office 216, 2nd floor, Design Quarter, Nicole Grove, Fourways. All the other info as per Hilay's comments were the same. I also will not be attending. Thanks

#71 Clifford on 2009-06-26 13:36 (Reply)

Got similar call on thursday 16 july 2009 from a Lindi from InterWave (011) 467-5823. Said I was a finalist in a competition to win a Shevy Spark from a compition I filled in at a local supermarket. Guaranteed to walk away with car, or other prizes like quadbike, Garmin GPS, IPod and Ice maker. She insisted i bring a partner and her reason after questioning that she said that if I win the car someone needs to assist in driving 2 cars home. She gave me a refernce number and said I had to meet them at Terra Firma, Fourways, Corner of Wiliam Nicol and Lesley. I was told by Lindi that there are no strings attached and that it was just the draw for prizes for a competition and nothing else. Got a second phone call again on Friday 17 july 2009 from same company, another lady, just wanting to confirm if I will bring my partner (made quite a deal of it that I have to bring my husband/partner along) and then I new something was wrong and asked her if this is some scam to try and sell me something. She basically said yes, and wanted to know if Lindi told me otherwise. I told her that the previous call mentioned no such thing upon which I was told but all calls are recorded so I said to her she is welcome to go and listen to Lindi's call to me. I made it very clear to her that they are wasting my time. I get these type of calls about twice a year and everytime they put a lot of emphasis on bringing your partner along.

#72 jessica on 2009-06-26 15:21 (Reply)

Same thing, phone call on Monday for a raffle the next Wednesday. I'm supposed to get a phone call tomorrow.... waiting with bated breath.

#73 Edith on 2009-06-26 16:25 (Reply)

Thank Goodness for all the people who have taken time to post on this site. Also almost got scammed today by the same splurb. Fortunately the radar kicked in and I saved myself the bother. Google is tops.

#74 Keith on 2009-06-27 12:05 (Reply)

Many thanks to Dominic White and all the posters below for helping me to save myself from a frustrating and angry experience in Midrand. Got called with the same scam, and the exact same one-liners - except that the company was now calling itself Quality Connection.

#75 Joe on 2009-06-27 20:12 (Reply)

23 July 2009 Thanks to all that have written in, stopped me from being conned. The same call same patter, the same denial of it being time share. The person contacting me was CINDY same 0878052365. Is there not a name and shame page where people like this could be listed. Funny thing is they called my work phone and said I entered the "SPARK" competition in early Jan 2009, My work cell phone number only went into working action in June this year.

#76 Vega on 2009-06-28 17:31 (Reply)

Thx guys, Ek het gedink daar is something fishy about the fact that I had 2 bring my wive along. The one guy call himself Godfrey. Some 1 should F@ck these people UP!

#77 KOBUS on 2009-07-02 15:30 (Reply)

SAME SCAM STILL GOING ON, GOT A CALL FROM KENNEITH, YOU WIN A SHEV SPARK, AND IF YOU DO NOT WIN THIS CAR (16 PEOPLE IN THE DRAW) YOU GET GPS, OR 1 X WEEK HOLIDAY, PLUS YOU AND YOUR PARTNER GET A DINNER AT MONTA CACINO TO SAY THANKS AND ANNA WILL CALL YOU TOMMORROW TO GIVE YOU THE DETAILS, C/O WILLIAM NICHOL AND LESLEY DRIVE DRAW TAKE PLACE ON 30 JULY 2009 AT 16:00 PHONE NO FOR THEM: 087 805 2390 / 011 467 5823 INTERWAVES WHAT A SCAM

#78 VALLERIE on 2009-07-02 19:39 (Reply)

So everyone, including myself, has had the same phone call and the same conversation. Anna got very irate when I told her that my husband would not be able to attend. She insisted that it is a "couples" event, and when asked what happens if I was unmarried, she said that would disqualify me from receiving a prize and if my husband cannot make it, not to bother then! (That's when I knew it was the same scam they've been phoning me about for more than a year. First time it was an office in Midrand) Apart from the money they are making through our SMS's, they also collect our names and other contact details - are they selling our information to other "marketing companies"? I'm asking as I've been getting calls from numerous others, wanting to sell cell phone contract (where do they get my number?). I've had the same lady phoning me for weeks now, despite the fact that I have declined the offer every time?! So what do do? Surely these guys can be taken on for false advertising/fraud?

#79 erika on 2009-07-04 03:51 (Reply)

They contacted my wife posing as, and I quote, "A Respected company known as InterWave". Same prizes to be won: 1. Chev Spark 2. Ice Maker 3. I Pod 4. GPS 5. Weekend for Two 6. Quad Bike They still expecting us tomorrow the 11th of Aug 09... but thanks to the comments on this site we're not taking the drive out to them.. Stay away.... and stay safe!

#80 bilal and hameezah on 2009-07-10 20:56 (Reply)

I got a call about 2 months ago about the same thing. When I said I didn't have a g/f, they said the competition wasn't open to me. I could have brought a friend as a g/f, but figured it was a scam (I've been scammed by network 21 in the past), but that was an easy way out. Then 7th August 2009 Anna called me. I explained I already got a call about a Spark competition previously and she tried to say it was another company running a non-genuine competition and even tried to warn me to be careful of scams like this, trying to assure me that theirs (Inter Waves) was real. The draw is supposedly tomorrow, 11th August, but I will not be attending after reading all this here.

#81 RipSurge on 2009-07-10 23:19 (Reply)

Just got the same call from Divine. I played along and told him I would like to bring along my wife. He said this was excellent and that she could possibly drive the Chevy home. The address for Thursday night is Terra Firma, Office 216, second floor, design Quarter, Nicole Grove, Fourways. They are using Inter Waves again, Slimstar Communications cc. T/A Inter Waves. Reg No 2006/007035/23. Vat no: 4790227005. Their hotline number is 011 467 5823

#82 Geoff on 2009-07-11 16:14 (Reply)

I have something very INTERESTING to tell ALL you guys, and maybe think about it, i am sure it will make a lot of sense. I recieved exactly the same phone call, they send me the invitation and i did a bit of research myself. The interesting part is: Just last week i phoned around for INSURANCE QOUTES (Miway & Outsurance). I was very upset that they needed a lot of personal information just for a qoute. Then suddenly yesterday i got the phone call that i am 1 of 15 people that's entered in the draw. I also remembered that just 2months ago i phone for Insurance qoutes on my new vehicle (Miway, Budget & dial Direct) - Guess what! I recieved a phone call a week after that, with a scam that i won a Free holiday in Hawai & Jamaca!!! I did go, but immediatley relised that i taking me for a sucker!!! BEWARE OUT THERE! I am sure they get our details for Insurance companies!!!

#83 James on 2009-07-12 08:50 (Reply)

Got a call from a company called Talk Align communications. Same prizes etc. The number he gave was 087 805 2375.

#84 Robert on 2009-07-13 00:37 (Reply)

Hi Guys i have been bugged by these pieces of shit many times and even after threats they try again after a while, so i think its time to pay back here is thier details if you want to join my go to hell QVC mission, all you need do is register a hotmail account and a free email to fax or print to fax 0866 type fax an then spam thier fax and email with your thoughts on them or as i am doing just a short go to hell. Soo they will change the numbers but then i will adapt the mission and continue to bug the hell out of them. Details for mission: Fax:+27(012) 346 0733 phone:+27 (012) 425 1000 email: reservations@actravel.co.za Good luck lets kick some assss.

#85 Fed Up (Homepage) on 2009-07-13 13:54 (Reply)

I got the same call from World Connect.

#86 dee on 2009-07-17 17:33 (Reply)

Received the same call from Kenneth 190809.Prizes up for grabs:Chevy Spark, Quad bike, Ipod, Garmin Gps and a midweek break-away. I received my invitation today. Comapny called SLIMSTAR COMMUNICATIONS t/a Interwaves.Venue Terra Firma Address: Office 216,2nd floor, Design Quarter, Nicole Grove, Fourways , Cnr William Nichol and Leslie Rds. Contact Person : Anna 0763758029/0878052390/011-4675823 Soooooo happy I came across this site. My "draw" was set for 210809 at 2pm

#87 Yolanda on 2009-07-17 18:44 (Reply)

I got a call on a SATERDAY (22/08/09) saying that i sms'd for a Chevy Spark competition.Quarenteed prizes of a quad bike,ipod bla bla bla bl. biggest load of BS. I work in Linden and was told to drive all the way to Midrand for the draw. My contact was Cindy 087 805 2365. was told that i can expect a call on monday to receive all the details with regards to the draw!!!!!!! not my first call. I was even given a ref number. Lets ALL pitch up there at the same time and inform that that we are on to them!!!!!!!!!!

#88 Linsstorm on 2009-07-19 14:05 (Reply)

Dear All I just had a phone call from Charity on 24th August 2009 about 14:10PM congratulating me that I have been selected as one of the winners, and I need to come collect my price. Suspecting a scam I googled it and found this page. If anyone is interested in doing anything about it, I have details of their next “ lucky draw “, I was guaranteed either a Chevrolet, Quad Bike, iPod or weekend away for 2 GUARENTEED, NO OBLIGATION ... this also includes a meal voucher for 2 in any restaurant in Fourways. I hope someone is acting on this; these people are taking hard working people like us for FOOLS and getting away with it. Bottom line, “THIS IS FALSE ADVERTISING “ Details: Date: Wednesday 26 August 2009 Time: 14:00PM – 15:00PM Venue: c/o William Nicol and Leslie Street Fourways Terra Firma No. 216 Second Floor Tel: 011 467 5823 (the number Charity gave me, if I get lost) Regards Ant

#89 Ant on 2009-07-20 10:45 (Reply)

hello all, i ve just received a phone call from dynamic promotions saying the same as above blah blah blah. hooray i am guranteed a prize of a chevrolet spark, quad bike etc. my reference number is J 611. The land line number that i asked for was given as 0114674823. i will soon receive a call from anna. i am also invited to a draw with a free meal at terra firma in fourways . what should i do? she sounded so genuine

#90 happy winner on 2009-07-20 11:29 (Reply)

My mother was called by these people last night, saying that she's won an SABC competition and that Adrian would phone her today to confirm time etc. Naturally, she was all excited and phone me up, but was worried it could be the SABC really checking up on TV license defaulters!. I warned her it could be anything from scammers to body part thieves! We decided we would gather our team of "bodyguards" and go there tomorrow evening. So, today, out of curiosity, I googled their address, 28 guilford road, carlswald, and VOILA! I land onto this site warning me that it's a scam. These people just won't give up and will continue to prey on innocent victims, so lets get the word out there as much as possible!

#91 Bless, Google!!! on 2009-07-20 23:23 (Reply)

Now I know it all. This comming Friday, me and my colegues are going to have a lekka braai at work. Just to think they (Interwave in Fourways) wanted me to be there on the very same day between 1pm and 2pm, ha!. Thanks guys.

#92 Terence on 2009-07-21 20:58 (Reply)

Everything the same!! This is end August and these buggers are still scamming on!! Anna got very rude when questioned and I told her where to look for help. QVC must be feeling the pinch and should be approached by reporters to expose them once and for all. If i can recall Carte Blanche also tried to expose them for dirty tactics before??

#93 DERICK (Homepage) on 2009-07-22 13:57 (Reply)

I have found an excellent way of feeling better!!! I hope you understand what I mean, I feel really offended that they are allowed to so blindly scam/spam innocent people. I am not going to go into all the detail, its all in this blog already. When you speak to them (When they phone you or visa versa) get all the numbers you can from them and write it down. Then go to any free advertiser (Sell your stuff here service– not going to mention names) website and advertise something with a bargain of a price with their contact details. I tested on a mate of mine; it was very funny and effective. I have since repeated this exercise more then a dozen times, at the same time I always confirm my appointment and never pitch up just to grind them a bit. Regards,

#94 Annon on 2009-07-22 22:51 (Reply)

Whoo Hooo....Was so looking forward to driving away in my new Chevy :-P. Also got the same call.. But for the 29th of Aug 11:00 at Leslie and William Nicol. Anna was also very kind to put the phone down when I told her I will not be attending. Did not even bother about why or is there someone else that can go in my place. I cant believe that nothing has been done about this. They phone from the same number. [+27114675823]. They have the same location. Yet they still persist on getting away with this.... There have been only 90 that noted this scam, imagine how many have gone there for an "hour" and wasted their time. Also found a few complaints on HelloPeter regarding this.

#95 Johann Griesel on 2009-07-23 03:28 (Reply)

I cant believe this!!! this has been going on FAR TOO LONG! I just received the EXACT same phone and scam an hour ago. same thing as everyone else: same story (except they now call themselves Interweb), same location, and same rubbish story. i also thought it was very dodgy so decided to do some investigation and found all of this information. BIG THANKS to this website and to all the people who provided details about this- it is greatly appreciated and has saved me from the ordeal. how do we go about stopping these people though? i am spreading the word to everyone i know and i suggest others do the same.

#96 disgusted on 2009-07-25 22:45 (Reply)

Dear all, Thank you guys for sharing all your responses. As for me, a guy by the name Clement phoned yesterday with the same story of winning a chev. I should bring my drivers license and ID. He asked about my spouse and when I said that I've not met MR right yet, he asked what time will I be knocking off, I said at 16h00 or just before. Then he said the draw is at 16h00 on Thursday the 3rd Sept. Then he said Anna would be phoning to give me directions and to wish me luck! This sounded abit odd to me because if you have a won a prize your leaving office has nothing to do with the draw. I decided to google them and got to all these. I am glad coz they aint seeing me tomorrow! Yea I think we should all get together, go there with press and expose them!!.

#97 A Kamau on 2009-07-26 10:32 (Reply)

Thanks guys!! You have saved me wasting my time and getting annoyed with these oxygen thieves. The current version of their pathetic story is: Win a Chevy Spark blah blah blah bring your wife blah blah because she can drive your car home when you win..lol Contact Ela on 076 375 8026 Company Name Interwaves Venue: Terra Firma 011 467 5823

#98 Ivan Jenkins on 2009-07-27 06:51 (Reply)

I have just been contacted by the same crowd. They now appear to be operating from Terra Firma in Design Quarter. I was told to be there on Sat at 11am. She obviously slipped up when I asked her what the presentation would be about (I had my suspicions) and I was told it was about vacations!

#99 Irene on 2009-07-27 07:59 (Reply)

Yip same thing you won a car (Chev), come to a live draw in design quarter. Photos in the newspaper.Must bring a partner. Sounded too good to be true. they would not tell me how they got my number.The company they said they represent is Interwaves. Good thing I looked it up on the internet. THEY MUST BE STOPPED. Well done for starting this blog.

#100 Lew on 2009-07-27 08:44 (Reply)

Dear All Thanks Dominic for this site . I received the same call yesterday . I was so excited cos I have really been waiting on God to sort out my transport issues. I just thought to type in the address that was given to me and this site popped up. Thank God for that .... What gets me is that they are still in the same building and are still doing the same thing . I believe that God will sort them out...

#101 Vanessa Moodley on 2009-07-27 19:03 (Reply)

I was also contactected on sunday by the lady called kelly that am chosen to be one of the lucky winners of the chervy car and that i must go attend the draw today tuesday the 8th of sep 16H:00 at a place called Terra firma Desighn quarters fourways near monte casino. She insisted i must come with my husband and family, and that i must come hungry as dinner will be provideded i told her i don,t remember entering the competition but she said u must have entered it coz we,ve been running it for a long time. I was supposed to go for this Draw tonight but decided to google them before i go and found this site. Thank you very much every one as i did not know about this scam and almost fell for it. Am not attending i will hear from people who will attend.

#102 B kL on 2009-07-30 16:47 (Reply)

I cant believe that this has been happenin to people the entire year and still nothing has happened to stop these people. I got the same phone call today. with exaclty the same lines, same address same telephone number. Strange thing they know the area I live in and called me on my landline. Makes me wonder where the hell they got all that information from. I never use my landline no my own family members dont even have the number.

#103 mesoko on 2009-07-31 07:21 (Reply)

I went to World Connect , 28 Guildford Rd as they told me that I had one a chev. I had a feeling it was a scam but I thought at least I might one of the other prizes, I did, I won a hoilday voucher THAT I CANT USE!!! When you want to book a place and give them two possible dates they always say that those dates are unavalible but no dates you give them are avalible or the number they give you 087 805 3500 doesnt work and the number keeps changing. This cant keep going on.

#104 scammed on 2009-07-31 23:23 (Reply)

Exactly the same story except different names and numbers. Same pitch and everything. Strange thing is that how could me and my mom both be lucky enough to be one of 15 finalist to win the spark. lol, thats what got me suspicious and turned me to google. They mumbled the company name but its something like yournet connections/your net connections. Woman who called me was called Privilege and if I had any questions just phone 071 146 7618.

#105 LS on 2009-07-31 23:46 (Reply)

I can't believe this scam hasn't come to an end yet. I got a call from the same people (yesterday 09/09/2009) and they wont stop calling me. I must collect my price at 28 Guildford Road in Midrand they said. Thank God for 'google' and websites like this. I would have fallen for it and wasted my time. The idea of winning a guaranteed price, car or eitherwise and the lunch was tempting. But alarm bells went off when they said it was for a competition i entered at the beginning of the year using my cellphone. The thing is, i only just started using this number!

#106 C Chitongo on 2009-08-01 01:24 (Reply)

Exactly the same old story. Was contacted by Godfrey, 087 805 2365. Name of company World Call Collect. Meant to go through to 28 Guildford Rd, Carlswald this evening at 6pm.

#107 Jenni Wanting on 2009-08-01 01:56 (Reply)

I was contacted on 10/9/09 so they are still very active. The new address seems to be Office 216 Design Quarter Fourways on a tel 011 467 5823 which never gets answered. Thanks to all above as this saved me time and effort.

#108 Derek F on 2009-08-01 16:51 (Reply)

Got a call from a company called Talk Align Communications. Fellow by the name of Elvino, apparently the call centre supervisor goes by the name of Clement Peters Prizes: - Quadbike - Rubberduck - Ice Maker - iPod - Accomodation Voucher - Garmin GPS The number he gave was 087 805 4355

#109 Anon on 2009-08-01 17:01 (Reply)

Another name is Markus on number 0878052365 And apparently this would take place in Midrand, 12-09-09, did not get any address though.

#110 Enzo-Matrix on 2009-08-01 18:54 (Reply)

Hi, So glad I found this page. My dad got the same call, story... etc...date is tommorrow 12 Sep 2009... Obviously we won't be going anymore. Thanks for the heads up!

#111 Jaco Nel on 2009-08-01 20:17 (Reply)

Thanks guys for the lovely info. My wyf got a call from Clement and fell for it but lukily I googled and found this page. Ref 3265 cnr william nicol and lesley ave fourways 18:00 15/09/09 216 terrafirma Next time they phone record conversation and phone the cops to attend this presentation :). Doubt that will solve the prob but its a shot

#112 Moe on 2009-08-01 22:13 (Reply)

Just got contacted by Ben (no number). Same story as above, I can't believe these guys are still around doing buisness. Just wonder where they got my number from? I desided to google them after they told me to bring my girlfriend along, and ended up on this site. How stupid do they think we are? More importantly; How can we stop them from carrying on with this? Thanks Dominic for this site . Saved me a lot of time and efort.

#113 Hentus on 2009-08-03 16:29 (Reply)

I went to this s$% on Saturday - won a voucher from ACT Travel - tried to call them to book? guess what...? does not exist!! I am very sick of these bastards trying to con our hard earned money away!!!

#114 Mark Wagner on 2009-08-03 16:38 (Reply)

Hi All, I got *the call* this afternoon (15 September 2009) just before 5. Exactly the same story - I'm one of X number of finalists in the running to win a Chevy Spark, from an sms competition that I entered between Jan and May 09. The contact was Thandi from World Connect and I was told to attend the draw on Thursday 17 Sep at 2pm. I told her I couldn't make it because I work full-day. She got very upset and insisted that I make an arrangement to come to the prize-giving. I was to spin a hexagon and was assured to walk away with one of the prizes - Chevy Spark, GPS, Quad Bike, Ipod, Icemaking machine or weekend getaway for 2. The fact that she insisted that my husband had to attend was what made me suspicious. My husband and I were previously lured into attending a presentation by Holiday Club on the premise of having won one of several prizes. We attended, bought timeshare and "won" a holiday voucher that we couldn't use. After a long fight with them we managed to have the contract cancelled and got a full refund. I specifically asked Thandi if it was a marketing event and if they were going to try to sell me Timeshare. She very genuinly insisted that it was not and that there were no obligations and nothing to pay. I told Thandi that I could possibly come in the evening, and she said she would have a lady named Tracy call me back tomorrow to confirm that I could make 6pm and give me directions. I'm looking forward to the call to hear what Tracy has to say. My husband and I are still livid about the whole affair with the Holiday Club and their scam-techniques to get you to their presentation. We're seriously considering going to the presentation just to completely ruin the entire session. Thank you everyone for confirming my suspicions. I found this site by Googling the number I was given: 087 805 2365. I was given a reference number and told to come to 28 Beauford Road, Midrand. Fortunately I misheard her and couldn't find "Beauford Road" so googled the number instead. The actual address is 28 Guildford Road, Midrand. I'll post again to let you know what happenned.

#115 Ani on 2009-08-04 14:54 (Reply)

I received the same call this afternoon .. what i cant understand is where the sting is in this scam .. Nobody saked me for money .. Are the planning to collect that at Fourways or what ? can anyone assist ? Cheers ...J

#116 Jay from PE on 2009-08-04 15:02 (Reply)

my wife just got a call from Nuraan from "Ocean Breeze" asking very personal questions like "Self Employed?" "husband at home now?" "where do you stay?" etc .. luckly my wife figured it was a scam and got rude and hung up. they even gave a website www.gpasa.co.za which doesn't exist.

#117 Geoffrey Chisnall on 2009-08-05 00:01 (Reply)

got the call from Jack was told my ref numba J468 just sounded to good to be true winning a car, his number 0878052390 or 0114675823. thanks to google and this site. Annah sure will have my piece of mind when she calls.

#118 Nonsi on 2009-08-05 01:38 (Reply)

Hi guys, The new name of the company is Terra Firma, they are operating at corner of William Nicol and Leslie Avenue in Fourways. The contact tel no is 011 467 5823 They called my wife earlier this morning saying me or her had entered a competition to win a Chevy Spark or stand to win a host of other prizes and we were among the top few. So i googled the addy and found this and the other Jhb site. Lets keep informing ppl as they update/change company names and adresses/tel numbers. Thanks to all the bloggers.....

#119 Moe on 2009-08-05 03:05 (Reply)

Tried it on me today as well, bastards, they just won't give up!

#120 Chris2111 on 2009-08-05 03:32 (Reply)

I received a call this afternoon from a lady called Noma, who told me that I was shortlisted in the final draw for a chev spark, draw is taking place on 18th Sep, two time slots, either 10am or 2pm. It sounded legitimate, she gave me a ref number, the website (www.ourwinners.co.za). Was told to come with my boyfriend/Husband as a witness to sign If I win the car. Thank God my boyfriend decided to do a google search. Would have wasted my precious time.

#121 Helen on 2009-08-05 08:01 (Reply)

Its the 18 September and they are still operating this scam business. I got the call....same story as above.... and almost fell for it. How can we get revenge on this rubbish!!??

#122 Michelle on 2009-08-06 18:32 (Reply)

Guys i got the same call saying i had won a car and have to go to midrand.They said they will fax me the directions as well as the company name. My question is where is their cache since they never send me anything.

#123 Datya on 2009-08-08 15:39 (Reply)

yip, just got scammmed too. What a funny bunch. told me i am one of 5 lucky finalists to win the chevy. They probably gona call me tomorrow. haha can't wait. Thanks for blogging this. I got myself all excited. Thank goodness I googled their fongkong company.

#124 nina on 2009-08-08 19:29 (Reply)

I got a call from"Shana" an hour ago tellin me that I'm a finalist to win one of the following: * Chevy Spark * Quad Bike * Ipod * Garmin GPS * Ice making machine Phone number: 087 805 2365 Prize collection at 10 am Thursday 24 Sept VIP Offices, 28 Guildford Road, Midrand. I was told to come with my partner for breakfast and Tracy will give me a caller later today for directions. They also asked me to spell my surname and I stupidly did, but thanks to this site I wont be attending on Thursday.

#125 Mary Mary on 2009-08-09 06:44 (Reply)

so guess what...they phoned my wife AGAIN today. Shamila, the lady who phoned, said we have won a trip to hawaii or jamaica. Must go to "Oxford Gate" in durbanville with our ID books and credit cards tomorrow at 12:30pm. There is an award ceremony tomorrow and all that jazz and they have invested alot of time into this. It's for R&L Leisure (they still known as Ocean Breeze)They will confirm tomorrow if we going. My wife just played along (not giving any details) and they kept on asking for credit card details. Makes me actually want to go and have a look at what they really really do. hmmm.

#126 Geoffrey Chisnall on 2009-08-09 10:47 (Reply)

my wife got another call this week from Ocean Breeze claiming we won a holiday to either Hawaii or Jamaica! awesome! :P the women she spoke to, Shamila (0844411795) said both she and me must come to the premisis tomorrow at 12:30pm and attend the ceremony at Oxford Gate in Durbanville. My wife played along knowing this was a scam (not giving any details). they will confirm tomorrow. They were very adament to bring ID book and credit cards. I then set my phone's outgoing number to be hidden and then phoned the cellphone number about an hour later and low and behold, shamia answered but i put the phone down immediately. about a minute later she phoned on my cellphone (my number is hidden??? callback from hidden number how can that be?) i said nothing and put phone down.

#127 Geoffrey Chisnall on 2009-08-09 11:16 (Reply)

Candy from Terra Firma phoned my land line today. Same story: I'd won either a Spark, Quad, weekend in Botswana at a lodge, a GPS or an Ice maker. I have to be there on Thursday Sept. 24, at 12:00 (these people have some nerve to try and scam you right in the middle of a public holiday!) Address she gave was: Terra Firma Corner of William Nicol & Lesley Ave Fourways Tel. 011-467 5823 She also insisted I bring my wife/partner for photos and my drivers license so that I can drive away in my new Spark if I'm the winner. I read several of the posts above... It's funny how the people who work for this company all have names that sound like porn stars or prostitutes or something: Candy, Devine, Charity... I guess it goes well with the fact that they're trying to screw you when they phone you. He he...

#128 Eugene on 2009-08-09 14:14 (Reply)

Time wasters; was suppsed to pick someone at the airport this friday around the time that was suggested by this people; i'm glad i have the found on the site in time as they promise to call me again tomorrow to confirm the directions to the place,the've provided me with some reference number 'J448' and the lady who called me was Anna, can't remember entering any Chevrolet competition;will tell them to f**k off if they ring me again.

#129 amos on 2009-08-10 01:07 (Reply)

After "Nuraan" called me from Ocean Breeze for this "survey" thing last week, I got a call yesterday to say that I was the lucky winner of 1000's of surveys to win a weeks holiday in Hawaii or Jamaica. This was from "Shamila" the 'supervisor'. I knew it was a scam, but decided to play along. Had to pitch up today at an 'award ceremony' at Oxford Gate in Oxford Street, Durbanville. Obviously did not. Needed my cc details, my husband had to attend, etc. Just got a call from a "Nicole" furiously asking why I did not attend. Told her exactly what I thought and to take off my name from their scam list. She was not impressed, proceeded to tell me that my cc stays in my possession, etc...cut her off. The cell number for "Shamila" is 084 441 1795. The scary part is even though Nuraan was really not very good with her survey (with a name like Ocean Breeze...kind of gives it away), Shamila was VERY convincing....if I didn't know better, I would have believed everything she said. It's actually sickening. Please be very careful...these guys are serious about their scamming!

#130 MelC on 2009-08-10 05:03 (Reply)

the same with me thanks for the info

#131 riaan on 2009-08-14 05:58 (Reply)

Hi, got a call from Clement (Terra Firma yesterday (29/09), to say I need to attend the prizegiving on 01/10. I actually wanted to attend, but then I am very gullible, thank goodness for this site, otherwise i would have just wasted my time. Corner of William Nicol & Leslie Drive - lets do something about this. We need to take a stand and stop these scammers. He even said i should come with an empty stomach. I am very concerned because how could they have possibly got my land line number. I only enter competitions thro sms.

#132 Natasha on 2009-08-14 18:39 (Reply)

had the call this morning from Ms Tania Fourie, wasnt quite the Tania I remembered from the 80's fashion industry....sigh you to can win cars, bikes,holidays in Mozambique and Botswana...bla,bla,bla Talk Align Communications, 16th Road Midrand, Central Office Park,Block J West,HMS group? (Home Marketing Services) Non existant contact numbers :- 084 980 3546 and 083 322 5411 Thank you for this blog and of course to google Take care out there.

#133 noj1965 on 2009-08-14 19:45 (Reply)

i also received a call from shalom saying i must come for the prize ceromony in jhb,basically same story as everyone else,just a different name.,number 0878052365

#134 nadz (Homepage) on 2009-08-15 00:45 (Reply)

@MelC I'm not sure Ocean Breeze and their survey's are part of the same scam. They are operating out of different premises, with a different model (surveys). It could be that it was legitimate?

#135 Dominic White (Homepage) on 2009-08-16 05:51 (Reply)

@Dominic .... regarding your comment to MelC, they seemed to be very adement to reveal one's creditcard details, asking very personal questions, etc, etc. and besides, there was no competition she or myself had entered regarding such thing. i'm assuming it was a scam as people posted comments before also stating they got a call from "Ocean Breeze" ... if they are legit, then they are going about it in a very wrongly manner and their intentions are totally unacceptable.

#136 Geoffrey Chisnall on 2009-08-18 05:50 (Reply)

Phillip just phoned me to tell me that my name's been drawn after I entered somewhere, eg a shopping mall etc. He knew my landline and my surname. Unfortunately I gave him my cellphone number, so I'll be expecting a call and some spam from him. The prize is a Spark, an ice maker or a GPS, but no mention was made of a trip to Botswana. The date for the draw is 9 October at between 14:00 and 15:00, at Terra Firma, cnr William Nicol and Lesley. Phillip's number is 011 467 5823. He wanted to know if I have a drivers licence and if my wife could come with me so that she can drive my old car while I drive the Spark. Phillip didn't mention the name of his supervisor who would call me tomorrow. FWIW, recent insurance applications include Budget Insurance.

#137 Samuel on 2009-08-19 17:14 (Reply)

Hi My husband received the call yesterday infroming him that he is a finalist in a win a chevy spark competition. I only had to google the competition to get to this page. Reading the comments I can only wonder why they are still using the same scam. They must be total idiots. Thank goodness for tegnology :-))

#138 Louise on 2009-08-20 06:34 (Reply)

Hi I've been called by these people no less than 3 times in the past year. The first 'dodgy light' signal was the fact that I have never entered a competition to win a car, gps, icemaker or any of the other BS that they were selling. I've ignored them every time and yet they keep on calling. Kudos for their persistence - I'm not the friendliest of people to telemarketers who invade my sanctity of privacy.

#139 Kate on 2009-10-14 16:03 (Reply)

Thank Goodness for the internet - I would have trekked from the South of Joburg for this so called "lucky draw" I'm supposed to be going to the address as supplied by one of your other contributors: Terra Firma Room 216 Design Quarter Cnr Lesley and William Nichol I was given the following phone numbers: 076 375 8026 to speak to a Cathleen as well as 011 467 5823 I was also called first by a "Clement" and then by "Eena" although this could be "Anna" as stated by one fo the previous guyz! Thanks for the info everyone and I hope the constant updates will save someone else the inconvenience of going to one of these scam events.

#140 Asma Moolla on 2009-10-15 08:10 (Reply)

There are over 140 complaints!!! Can't we do something about these scammers!!?? The addresses match, the names match, these people must go DOWN! They messing with people's feelings... False Hope and LIES! Anna's got something coming....

#141 Stel (Homepage) on 2009-10-20 12:06 (Reply)

I was just called that I won and was given the same info as everyone else. Thanks to you all for saving me from going for nothing!

#142 Chaya on 2009-10-21 13:15 (Reply)

Just got a call this week from Talk align communications, using similar prizes and intro. Their current address seems to be 400 16th Road, Central Park, Midrand. I wonder how many gullible people they actually do get to go to their awards presentations.

#143 Mark on 2009-10-23 09:50 (Reply)

Received a call 5min ago from Peter rambling on that I am one of 15 lucky sms winners in line to win a spark. Was to meet at Terrafirma, Fourways at 4pm 27 Oct. After asking where and when i entered he stopped talking and couldt answer. Dont fall for their shit. What bunch of cons..

#144 joe on 2009-10-23 16:56 (Reply)

it's all a load of shit.....tell them to f%^& off.......i was caught once - not again... dont waste your time -

#145 brett on 2009-10-26 16:59 (Reply)

I've got 3 calls from these guys in the last 3 months (and a few before that). Last week Friday was the last one so far. I knew what it was about when he started so I kept him on the line for about 15 minutes (it was a call to my cell) and then hit him with the 'I have no partner to bring' bit and the call ended quickly after that. I say keep them on the line as long as possible, make them pay for the call.

#146 JKS on 2009-10-27 12:23 (Reply)

My boyfriend received the exact same call today. Anna was her name and she gave the exact same number as listed in all the other comments. She said she got his details from a competition we entered to win a Nissan Livina (Which we did at Cresta centre a few weeks back). Anyone know what the point of this scam is??

#147 Michelle (Homepage) on 2009-10-27 20:30 (Reply)

Received this call yesterday.The same scam, a guy called Billy 1st called and the next day Godfrey with the directions. Same address in Midrand with this phone number 087 805 2365, seems like there is alot of different people working there. Such cons!!!

#148 Deshan on 2009-10-28 11:17 (Reply)

Received the call yesterday afternoon from Kenneth - 011 4675823 - Same story - have to bring ID, drivers license... Luckily I though to google the adress as direction is one of my biggest FLAWS =) Really glad I found this. Recently bought a new car so I'm assuming that they got my details from an insurance quote request. What a pity!! Would have been nice to win a car.

#149 WHATNEXT on 2009-10-28 11:21 (Reply)

I just received a call from a lady named Lizzy, same story, 15 people, Chevy Spark, but that we were going to meet at Carlswald Centre at a restaurant for the draw, that I should bring my husband along. Said they had advertised on TV. Same damn number: 087 805 2365 She also said that the infamous Tracy would be calling me tomorrow to confirm. Strange thing is that I did not recently request any insurance quotes, and I cannot remember if I entered a sms comp on the 18th of February. She also knew my surname....Very scary. Why do these people play such dirty games and get our hopes up? I'm going to confront her when she phones tomorrow because this is the second time I have been scammed by them. Last time it was answer 5 questions and win a trip to Hawaii. UNBELIEVABLE!!!

#150 Reina on 2009-10-28 14:22 (Reply)

Hi, I just got a call from Michael, asking if I remember the DIY show with Riaan were you could win prizes, and apparently I won, not the boat, but a 5 day gettayway for two anywere in South-Africa all expenses paid ! I was given a ref number and was told to show up @ 28 Guildford Rd Carlswald Midrand, tel numbers were to reach them : 087 805 2365 or 078 474 0698 I cannot believe the extent this company is going to scam people ! I hope someone can bring them down !

#151 rage on 2009-10-28 14:31 (Reply)

I also received a call today, telling me that I have been selected as 1 of 15 finalists to win a chevy spark. Chris told me that someone would call me later to give me directions to the venue on Saturday 31 October 2009. When I asked him what competition I had entered, he said: you entered a competition at the Kollonnade Shopping Centre in 2008. He was right and I was excited about standing the chance of winning a car. I then decided to google his telephone number - 071 146-7618. Unfortunately it is just another scam!!!! Beware of these idiots

#152 Bernadine on 2009-10-29 15:35 (Reply)

I got this call on Tuesday(27.10.09) from Jack telling me all of the above including Anna who would call with directions the next day. Terra Firma at Fourways in Design Quarter Mall was given. 2nd Floor, 216. Was to speak to Kathleen or Caitlin at reception. Was also told that the draw will begin at 4pm and end at 5.15 and not later. Decided to google this morning and what do you know, yet ANOTHER scam. Beware people!!!

#153 Revz on 2009-10-29 15:50 (Reply)

Got the same call today and asked to come through for the draw taking place in midrand, I must bring a partner and food wil be provided sad enough I was excited and decided to google the company name only to find out it is a scam.......

#154 Shadi on 2009-11-02 18:28 (Reply)

I also got this call today Monday 2 November from a Michelle with the same ols story that I could be the winner of the Chevy Spark also that I entered through a sms and all the excact promises that everybody else got and that Tracy will call me tomorrow to confirm this time they use the name of World Colect also gave me a website adress www.ourwinners.co.za that seem so real but It seem to good to be true so I also Google them and bingo just as I thought! There adres is now 28 Guild Ford Road, Midrand telfhone number 0878052365

#155 miemie on 2009-11-02 18:29 (Reply)

Hi, We actually attended last night! To win a car you had to get 7 numbers in the same sequence as the balls came out. So you have the same chances of winning the lottery as you do of winning this car!! We were also told to come hungry and all we got was a R35 vouchure for Kitchen Bar- which can buy you a coffee.. so in the end we were hungry and dissapointed!! total waste of time and petrol!!

#156 Liza on 2009-11-04 13:51 (Reply)

Got a call today (04/11/2009) from "PETER" Same as above, the only difference is that he didn't call me by my name or surname. He used my company name. Don't want to disclose, but my company name could possibly be a female name as well. My point - who is selling them our details. I think its got to be either an insurance company or bank. OUTSURANCE / FNB? Next "trap" Friday the 6th of November at 12:00. Cnr lesley and William Nicole.

#157 Dexter on 2009-11-04 17:39 (Reply)

I got this call yesterday from Ben saying that I had won a prize and must come to this draw at Design quarter in Fourways Wednesday night at 6pm.He asked me if I win the Chevy Spark, would I buy him a bottle of Chivas Regal!! Absoloutely shocking how these people lie to us and waste our time this way! He also asked me to bring my drivers license and my partner along so that he could drive the car home.Same old story........glad I checked out this sight though, there's no way I'm going!!!!!!!!

#158 lauren on 2009-11-10 09:14 (Reply)

Ok I got the call today, any one who wants to gate crash their next gathering it will be on Friday 13 November at the Midrand address at 2pm thank goodness I did not take time off work to go waist my time there. Thanks to this sight and my skeptical nature, I am so looking forward to the call when they are going to confirm my attendance I am going to tell them where to stick my attendance...

#159 Kent on 2009-11-11 16:46 (Reply)

I think they have dropped the Chevy spark part of the deal as today the list of prizes were the Quad bike iphones GPS or a week end away. They are also reluctant to say what company they from and only tell you that you did a survey a long time ago so long in fact that I can’t remember doing it. I think this sight is having its desired affect on them Thanx ...

#160 Kent on 2009-11-11 17:08 (Reply)

Just got a call from Charity, googled their (011) 4767 5823 tel no and here we are, thinking about getting a few "friends" together and swinging by their offices. If any of their spys are on here best not come into work tomorrow you stupid little sh*ts.

#161 BBoy on 2009-11-12 15:24 (Reply)

I too was contacted by a very friendly Belinda, and it was confirmed that Tracey the Event Coordinator would phone me with the directions her number is 073 133 5150, I too googled this to good too be true competition and found this site. When Belinda phoned me back I asked her about the time-share thing and she was silent for about 5 seconds and then asked where on earth I had heard that! Supposed to be going tonight to collect my fantastic prize - FAT chance of that!

#162 Kerry on 2009-11-18 14:46 (Reply)

Annah phoned me yesterday (on my landline) with the long story of the Chevy Spark. She said I entered a competition, funny thing is, I NEVER enter competitions, fill out forms in malls or SMS to enter. Where on earth did she get my landline number if I entered via SMS as she said I did. I asked her to e-mail me the confirmation but never got it. She phoned again today to confirm our attendance. I hope she reads this site, because I will definitely not travel 70km for rubbish.

#163 Riana on 2009-11-18 16:35 (Reply)

Company Name: Penmark Tel: (021) 446 3300 Fax (021) 421 1908 There are a lot of companies using the same Marketing Strategy as this one. It must have been very successful at one time but thanks to blogs like this the PUBLIC have spoken and we don't like it. I am from Cape Town and the first time I ran into this kind of scheme was at a robot just before Century City where people handed out scratch cards to couples in cars. “Happy day we won” but have to go to them to collect.” We were already on our why so we can just as well stop by there first. Needless to say when we walked into their office we could see it’s a scam because of all the people (winners, Potential clients or suckers because they are gathering marketing information THEY can sell). After this I have noticed a more of these on the phone as well as internet and if you listen and ask questions you’ll notice. I’ve noticed the following things to look for them to spot them: 1. “R10,000 up for grabs for credit Card holders only. So please bring yours with”. This is part of sizing you up and gathering information for their marketing pitch or research they can sell to other companies. 2. When looking at the prices find the one prize that will cost you money or as the word discounted in it. That’s you price. Not the car or any of the other great prices up for grabs and this price will never be the last one on their list. Usually second last. The Last one will not be great but still a price. Look for the inconsistencies the latest one I got yesterday. First even the VP called right after to congratulate my fiancé. Needless to say I had to be the one to break it to her. When they got hold of me they gave me all 5 of the potential prices and that I am guaranteed to receive one of them. She did make two mistakes. 1. First of the document she faxed me to claim my price I won it said “GIFT code” and there was mention of a 45-60 Min presentation. 2. And the biggest being the first price was actually deferent on the fax. 3. The company land line numbers. The area code was deferent for the fax and the phone. I really despise this marketing strategy because I don’t like being played for a fool and it’s more aggravating when I know what they are doing so I can’t go there. They will lie and deceive. These people are only alive because it is illegal to shoot them. I hope this helps someone.

#164 Jan on 2009-11-19 11:52 (Reply)

I was contacted yesterday by a company called Interwave. They gave me all the details that the previous people have written about. They said I had won a draw for a Chevrolet and that I must bring my ID document and my husband. Luckily my husband is naturally suspicious of these types of deals. They also said I could win a Quadbike, GPS and more. I did a search on the internet and came up with a couple of complaints. The number I was given was (011) 467 5823 and I spoke to Kelvin..

#165 Abigail on 2009-11-19 14:43 (Reply)

This scam is terrible. To prey on people in times of a depression where something like ''winning a car'' could make a differance in someones life is not right. This scam should be stopped at all costs. I have recieved calls relating to all of the above, and they were so convincing that I almost attended. Thank goodness my sisters work colleague tipped her off and told us to check it out before going through. Where upon I came to this website and saw this blog thread, The more people are aware of this scam the better. These people are like vultures. The numbers given to me are: 011 467 5823 - Candy and 076 375 8026 Anna. Design Quarter 216 Tera Firma

#166 Claudia on 2009-11-24 17:03 (Reply)

I was contacted today by fiona with the same story. Prizegiving at monte casino and what not. thanks for showing me not to go!

#167 stefan on 2009-11-25 14:30 (Reply)

I received a call yesterday from a private number, November 24, 2009 from a lady saying she worked for Terrafirma and said that I was one of ten people that are going into a draw to win a Cheverolet Spark and I need to be at the Design Quarter tomorrow at 4pm for the draw. I said I don’t remember entering a competition and she said that I entered it in January, when I asked why the draw so many months later she said that they give a car away every month. She said I had a really good chance of winning and asked if I’d take her for a spin in my brand new car. She then asked for my surname, I said it should be on the competition entry form and she said yes it is but she couldn’t work out how to pronounce it so she asked me to spell it. I told her my surname and she couldn’t get it at all, I had to say and spell it about 15 times and she kept getting it wrong. I then said she must just use the surname on the ‘Supposed entry form” She asked if I would be bringing my husband and I said I am not married, she said I must take my boyfriend, or a friend, or a flat mate or a colleague, family member but I must bring someone with me, I asked why and she as there will be drinks and snack and that it would be nice for me to have a partner. Also they were giving everyone a R250 voucher from some of the restaurants at Design Quarter so I can go out for dinner after. She said everyone will be a winner, other prizes are a GPS, ipod, ice-crusher, cellphone and many other items. I asked her to e-mail me the details and send me a copy of my entry form and she said the e-mail server was down. She said someone will phone me tomorrow to give me the details and confirm that I will be attending. So today I get the call, again private number and I was asked if I have found someone to take with me, again I asked for the details to be e-mailed to me so I could decide if I would be attending. She said the e-mail server had just gone down (yet it was down yesterday according to the other lady) She said she would fax them I said I don’t have a fax number so she said she would get someone to e-mail me and put the phone down. I decided to google it as I was feeling suspicious about the whole thing and thanks goodness for this website, it’s amazing that so many people have been through the exact same thing. How do these people get away with this scam? Can’t these people be stopped and reported to the police and surely they should have their office shut down. I am going to speak to the Douglasdale police tomorrow and see if anything can be done to end this scam. Possibly one of the officers will attend the event tomorrow. I will post a report on what I find out. I run a community news website for the Fourways area: www.myfourways.co.za and will run an article on my website to warn other residents about this scam. My sister was also phoned last week and one the day they phoned her and she said she would not be attending they got very aggressive and said that they could not change the name and that she had to attend. They eventually hang up on her after much ranting and raving.

#168 Danielle on 2009-11-26 00:20 (Reply)

Ok, this is weird. I got a call at work yesterday, from a Cynthia, 083 887 6646. First strange thing, I live in Cape Town, secondly, they phoned to the school?! I phoned her back this morning, and she said it's about my vouchers from Ocean Breeze. Told her that I've never received any vouchers, or entered any competitions. She couldn't talk to me then, and is supposed to phone me after two.

#169 Nadia on 2009-11-26 11:31 (Reply)

Wow.... This is so sad. I was really excited about winning something for the first time in my life! My husband got a call about an hour ago, I actually just wanted to google the competition, seeing as though we can't recall ever entering a competition. Thank you all for this site. I am very disappointed, but relieved, was about to cancel a 'braai' at our place and drive 200km to attend.....

#170 Pienie on 2009-11-26 15:09 (Reply)

Angela says I contacted yesterday by Jack 011 467 5823 saying that I was one of the finalist and that I was to go to Terrafirma cnr Willam Nicol and Leslie Rd. No mention of Design Quaters, on Saturday at 1pm, dress smart casual as photos would be taken, and that if i did not win the car I would not go away empty handed, lots of other prizes, such as week ends away, ipods, GPS, did not listen, much, said that Anna would call me today, and even laughingly asked if He could take a ride in the Chevy Spark if I won. My daughter said it was a scam, so I called a friend of mine who lives down the road in Leslie, she never heard of this place. So I looked it up on the net and found this site. I recall the competition but it was at the begining of the year, and I changed my car insurance to 1st for women last month. . I called them this morning to let them know my feelings, the women who answered said do what you like and put the phone down on me.It is a really sick way to make a living.

#171 angela on 2009-11-27 10:06 (Reply)

I received a call on Friday, 27 Nov 2009, they came with the same thing, that I am in the Final Draw to win a Chevy Spark. I dont remember entering any com petition. When I asked the Guy on the phone what competition and the details of the company, he said the competition has been running since last year december. He said I had to attend the price giving ceremony at Monte Casino. I told him I could not attend, I am still in school and writing exams. He hung up the phone. An hour later I got a call from Ashley (011 467 5823), I went through the same thing with her, I told her I will try to attend. Today, 30 Nov 2009, I googled the company and found this site. While i'm adding this comment i get a phone call from Anna from a private number. She asked if I was going to end the function, I told her it was a scam they're running. She didnt say anything and hung up. Thank you everyone who commented on this scam. These companys should be shut down.

#172 Francois on 2009-11-30 12:16 (Reply)

1 December -- Thanks for writing about this Dominic (and everyone else). Just been phoned on my landline and told I was one of 15 winners - chev spark, quad bike, garmin ... the usual. I asked if it was timeshare marketing and was told no. Kenneth on 476-5821 phoned me. Anna is due to e-mail directions.The companies are terrafirma and interweb. Google is great.

#173 Shahn on 2009-12-01 16:53 (Reply)

This is sad! its 2 December 2009, and received a phonecall this morning. All the same things was said as in the above comments. I was really excited. Only difference that was said was - 'i dont have any financial obligation, and the person who phoned was a Norma, but same number 0878052365. WHAT A BUMMER! Good thing i googled it. Im a 24 year old female and normally very gullible. Only reason why i googled it was because i didnt remembering entering the competition. Will teach me nothing comes for free! BE CAREFULL EVERYONE. sheers.....

#174 Vickey on 2009-12-02 11:30 (Reply)

Hi Thank heavens I found this site! I was about to leave to go to this "draw". I was contacted on Tuesday on my home telephone and after returning their call, the information was faxed to me. Its a company called Slimstar Communications t/a Inter Waves (Co Reg 2006/007035/23 / Vat Reg: 4790227005). The venue was Terrafirma, Office 216, 2nd Floor, Design Quarter, Nicole Grove, Fourways. I was sceptic about it as they said I entered a competition in JANUARY! Thanks guys for this site! It helps a lot!

#175 Karen Maduray on 2009-12-03 15:18 (Reply)

Same call - terrafirma one of lucky 15 customers listed to win chevy spark - directions to william nicol and leslie avenue design quarters between 1800 and 1900 on Wednesday - reference J493...Bridget called. Contact number 0114675823

#176 Geena on 2009-12-07 17:20 (Reply)

I just received a phone call and googled Terra Firma and the address as they were speaking to me and this page came up. The same story regarding the Chevy Spark and requesting that I bring ID or driver's licence along. They guaranteed me a quad bike if I attended.their adress is 216 Terra Firma-Fourways, Cnr William Nicole and Lesly avenue

#177 Thandeka (Homepage) on 2009-12-08 11:51 (Reply)

I received a call on Tuesday, 08 December 2009, from Pinky. She told Anna will call me today, 09 December 2009 and the draw is on the December 10, 2009 at Design Qaurter, cnr William Nicol & Leslie, Fourways. Just received a call from Anna sounds very nice. They gave me no. 011-467 5823 (Pinky) and 076 375 8026 (Anna) for any further information. All the same thing said on above comments, bring your partner, will you take me for a spin but when I ask about the car I was told is Savvy. Sounds too good to be true then I googled it. THANKS FOR WRITING ABOUT THIS.

#178 Ntanga on 2009-12-09 12:06 (Reply)

I also had a call from one caramel-voiced shit head, informing me of my luck in the draw of the finals. I was so rocked big time I even wanted to set on a party when I realized that this might be holes into my pocket because the sweet-voiced cock sucker took down my most fragile details like my job title and stuff and also demanded me to tag along my wife even after telling her that my wife is on a trip far away. She continued to suck up my details and promised me a call from her top dog by tomorrow.Funny thing is I`m no competition guy. Curiosity brought me here as the girl was so sweet she could rot my teeth even though she knows me not.All she said tallies with all the info above.Tomorrow when the pussy whip dials on me, I will tell him to take the first train to hell and I will probably follow with the next one!! Thanks Buddies, they will see me between their legs tomorrow.

#179 Dickhead on 2010-01-13 16:53 (Reply)

Hell,got the same call,same chevy spark the works.It's heartbreaking because I have been without a car for 6 months and I thought my prayers have been answered.Bastards!!!!!!

#180 Louis on 2010-01-16 16:31 (Reply)

Yep, caught me yesterday too. My anger stems from the fact that I asked "Ben", the Gentleman who called me, if there was going to be any sort of presentation, or sales pitch of any kind. His reply was "Sir, the agenda for tomorrow is you arrive, we do the draw, you leave. There is no presentation or sales pitch of any kind. There are no catches or hitches." I am absolutely not going to leave this here. I am of the opinion I was lured into driving over 200km's under false pretenses, and I am livid that these people have acquired access to my personal contact details. I intend to pass this information on to Carte Blanche, The Star newspaper, and the South African Police Service. If they have done nothing of an illegal nature, they will have nothing to worry about.

#181 Eric on 2010-01-17 09:35 (Reply)

Just got this call myself and luckily we're not all as stupid as they think we are - it took me one minute to find Dominic's blog and read all about it. Thanks for helping others not waste their time on rubbish like this!!

#182 Benita on 2010-01-18 14:53 (Reply)

saterdag 16 Jan 2010 het Warren my gebel en dieselfde storie gespin.Ek het vir kompetisie ingeskryf en is 1 van 15 finaliste.1ste prys chef spark ens. Vandag 18/01/2010 het Godfry my gebel en die gawe ou het aanwysings gegee tot by die VIP gebou in Guildford rd. Aangedring daarop dat my partner saamkom ander word ek gediskwalifiseer. Gelukkig het my medewerkers my gewaarsku en ek het weer die 0878052365 no gebel wat toe net lui en dan beset is. Vir Godfry gebel en hom uitgevra. Hy het my die hulle website gegee en net daar onder.... kry ek hierdie interresante link!!! Dankie julle almal, spaar my petrol en tyd. Moenie dat hulle julle bullshit nie!!!

#183 SUNETTE DE MEYER on 2010-01-18 15:30 (Reply)

Hi everyone. My fiance was contacted on monday about this and he asked them to email the directions. They agreed but did not do so, yesterday I told him that they still have not sent the email with directions and he said they called him to confirm that he is coming on wednesday. Today they called to change the event's "time" from 16:00 to 18:00 and they told him that without a partner he is automatically disqualified from the competition. Funnily enough I told him last night that this sounds like a scam to me and he did not believe me. I just got off the phone with him and he sounded disappointed to hear that it really is a scam. Guys this website confirmed my suspisions and to top it off, i almost left my first job to go work for "quality vacation club". Thank God i decided not to take the job.

#184 Lindi on 2010-01-20 16:23 (Reply)

I received a call yesterday 20 Jan 2010. I was also concerned that this is a scam. So i googled the number 0878052390 and found this site. Very glad I did, cause it would have been a wasteof time. They also said I won a car and the current company name is INTERWAYS. So be aware. They are also based in Design Quater Fourways as mentioned by others. I will also be cancelling with them today when they call.

#185 Jean on 2010-01-21 08:17 (Reply)

Hey guys, I just received the same call from these people.The say that i was selected for a draw to win the same car from an sms competition that they are running.One thing that got me suspicious is that I dont do sms competitions and ive never recieved such sms and the lady goes by the name of Patner with a broken grade 5 english,so they asked me for my name and surname and they asked me to bring my wife which i told her that shes not here in Jhb but ill rather bring my friend,She said ill be disqulified for that.After the talk about the directions I googled them,thats when i found this helpful site, Thanks Guyz

#186 Thato on 2010-01-21 12:45 (Reply)

Thank you Dominic, you saved me from wasting my time. I also got the call and was told by Billy that it's a gala event and dinner will be served. I was contacted ny Geodfrey to get the directions and we asked both of them if this was any scam or if there was any connection between them and timeshare sales. Both answered: NO. Both stated that I can leave my banking details, cash, credit card and debit card at home, as they will not be promoting or selling anything. I just got off the phone and cancelled my attendance to this. Althought this was very difficult. Every call I made to their office was greeted with the line being "cut" (was seker per-ongeluk-asspris...... )The third time, I threatend them and Tracy took the phone. Without even listening to what I have asked her, she transfered my call to a guy by the name of Dumisani. This guy tried to get me of the line the whole time and would not answer as to how they got my number. I have to admit that he was shocked when I started naming all the company names they have. I asked them to cancel me and my family and to never contact me again. The only reason why we thought this was a valid competition, was due to the fact that we did enter into a compitition at our local garage (Engen) and thought that this might be them. We thought we should maybe see if this links to them and that's how we found out that this is a scam.

#187 Varkies on 2010-01-21 14:52 (Reply)

Thank you Dominic, you saved me from wasting my time. I also got the call and was told by Billy that it's a gala event and dinner will be served. I was contacted by Geoffrey to get the directions and we asked both of them if this was any scam or if there was any connection between them and timeshare sales. Both answered: NO. Both stated that I can leave my banking details, cash, credit card and debit card at home, as they will not be promoting or selling anything. I just got off the phone and cancelled my attendance to this. Although this was very difficult. Every call I made to their office was greeted with the line being "cut" (was seker per-ongeluk-asspris...... )The third time, I threatened them and Tracy took the phone. Without even listening to what I have asked her, she transferred my call to a guy by the name of Dumisani. This guy tried to get me of the line the whole time and would not answer as to how they got my number. I have to admit that he was shocked when I started naming all the company names they have. I asked them to cancel me and my family and to never contact me again. The only reason why we thought this was a valid competition was due to the fact that we did enter into a competition at our local garage (Engen) and thought that this might be them. We thought we should maybe see if this links to them and that's how we found out that this is a scam.

#188 Debbie on 2010-01-21 15:13 (Reply)

Geez these guys nearly had me fooled! Thank goodness for this Blog! I got the call today 22 Jan 2010 to say that I was a finalist for the Chevy competion and had definately won one of 4 consolation prizes. The funny thing is that I actually have entered a Chevy competiton, but when they said it was for the Spark I knew there was something fishy. A friend also warned me that there was this scam going on. The number is exactly the same 087 805 2365 and they are working under World Connect. They also told me that the event organiser would call on Monday to give me details of the prize giving. Maybe we should all sue them for misrepresentation!

#189 Katherine on 2010-01-22 16:07 (Reply)

Same as all the others, except the woman who contacted me is "Lindy Campbell" from New Visions . The address VIP buliding, Gildford Road. Time - 2 p.m. tomorrow 26.1.10. Bring your partner and don't eat because 'you will get fed here". Indeed, the only thing being fed is a load of rubbish. I entered a competition for a car at East Rand Mall last year and wonder if those people are selling ticket buyers details. Whilst I recall the competition, for which I took two tickets, I no longer have the stubbs so cannot remember who the sellers were. A gut feeling had me check out details and I'm so glad I did. Thanks everyone.

#190 mic on 2010-01-25 14:58 (Reply)

Im also 1 of the many who got the call last friday,saying shortlisted to win the chevy,and also ipod,gps and meal vouchers,aswell as holiday,so i was told i will not walk away empty handed. The "bring your wife" part also automatically drew my suspicions.Im suppose to be going to the draw at Terafirma,Interwave on corner lesli and william nichol drive 2morow at 2pm.Out of curiosity and suspicion i decided to google the name now and low and behold i found this blog site, confirmimg my suspicions.Thanks guys and thanks google.To think i was gonna get my wife to leave work early for a whole load of bollocks! I hope they get whats coming to them. . . . damn scammers!

#191 Dionne (Homepage) on 2010-01-25 21:24 (Reply)

Hey guys. Got a call yesterday from "Bridget". Same story "Chevy, icemaker, ipod or weekend away" Apparently there will be a draw tomorrow - Wed 27 January 2010 and im gauranteed of walking away with at least one of the prizes. Oh yes, and "the organizers have insisted that this is a couple's event therefore I should bring a partner" Now seriosuly...at least change tactics people. The contact number given was 087 805 2390. I think they get the numbers from internet holiday accommodation enquiries.

#192 Sindi on 2010-01-26 08:44 (Reply)

Just received yet another phone call. This time from the infamous Anna. This blog has rescued many of us! When i asked her how dumb she is she politely responded "how do you meam Ma'am" Lol! These people are something. She kind of hung up on me when i told her the papers and Carte Blanche will soon be calling them :)....which i think they should some time soon. I'm sure their scheme works...because i cannot understand why they dont change their tactics. I honestly feel they should be brought to book!

#193 sindi on 2010-01-26 09:21 (Reply)

Hi all, I received a phone call on Monday (25/1/10) from Sheila claiming that I'm in the final draw to win a Chevrolet! When I asked her about the competition she said I've entered via sms in October 2009 and the draw will take place in Midrand 2pm or 6pm on Wednesday 28/1/10. I told her that i didn't enter any competition that i can remember, but she insisted that i did enter. When i asked her for more info she said she worked for a company called "Welch..." (don't remember the rest of the name) and i must take down her number 087 805 2365 she then asked me to repeat the nr. and again told me her name was Sheila. She also said that they are the middle company and do work for people like the Holliday Club. I then realized this must be a SCAM! I went along with all the info she gave me and she said i must bring my husband with. She then said that someone will call me the next day to give me the address in Midrand and hanged up. Yesterday i received a call but rejected the call (it was from a private nr so i knew it must be from them). A lady left a message but i deleted it straight away. About an half hour ago Sheila phoned me again on my cell phone and i rejected the call again, but the next moment my house phone rang and i picked up. To my surprise it was her again, she asked me if i remember her and i said yes. She then told me the lady phoned me yesterday to give me the address and i did not take the call! So i told her my husband can't get of work tonight and she only said "oh, goodbye" and hung up! I would love to know where they found my cell nr and home nr. !!!

#194 Amanda van Rooyen on 2010-01-27 13:40 (Reply)

I was contacted today about a draw for a chevy spark.Last year they invited me at central office park Midrand and i fell for it.We arrived and they led us to a room with chairs and a projector and i immediatley knew they were going to try and sell something.They were selling software and trading under the name HMS.The minute you showed no interest,you were told to go for the prize draw in another room where they make sure you only win the free accommodation-midweek and it is not supposed to be during school holidays or public holidays,just to make it impossible for you to go.Now they are in Monateng safari lodge,paardefontein farm Pretoria.Please be careful and dont fall for this.

#195 KGARI on 2010-01-27 13:48 (Reply)

Hi guys, Yeah they suckered me too, was al excited coz i did enter a competition to win a chev, so i assumed it was the same thing. Then Clement gave me details and stuff like that, told me Anna will call me tomorrow. So, being the gullible guy I am, i came online to check the location of this thing, and i see this page, i recall the name of the competition i entered and the organisation, so i phoned the number Clement gave me and as i suspected not the same company i was thinking it was... Anyway.. i guess the upside is i didnt cancel my weekend to go for this thing and thanks to this site i found out before i could waste my time....

#196 almost fell for it on 2010-01-28 15:53 (Reply)

I was just called by these wonderful people.. today trading as World Connect... i have to phone 0878052365... and apparently i will be called this afternoon to be given directions.... i cant wait for the dude to call me, im going to have so much fun giving him hell!! this is the 2nd call ive recieved from one of these companies in the last 2 months... seriously, how many of them are out there!!??

#197 Megan Smith on 2010-01-29 10:17 (Reply)

Just got a call from Phillip about 10 min ago and he described the same scenario as mentioned above by everyon else.I quick googled the company name "Interwave" which he mentioned and found this blog.The new number he gave me was 087 805 2390. Am definitely not going to waste my time.Thanks for the warning ppl.

#198 Zakariyya on 2010-01-29 13:51 (Reply)

There is also a guy by the name of Michael who called me yesterday telling me i have won a holiday and to come to no 28 Guildford Road Midrand on wednesday and i have to come either at 2pm, 4pm or 6pm to pick my price and that his sponsors need to see me.I slept over this coz i don't remember entering a competition so i juss googled and all this info came up thanx guyz for these warnings his cell number was 078 474 0698 and 087 805 2365.

#199 Net on 2010-02-02 12:34 (Reply)

Hi there, my name is Chrissie: SUCKER NUMBER 1000000 and counting!!! I think instead of getting angry with them, fighting over the phone with the incorrect person - rather let's report these assholes to Carte Blanche!!! Who are they to waste our time and more importantly - WHO ARE THE PEOPLE GIVING OUT MY WORK TELEPHONE NUMBER TO THIRD PARTIES AS I NEVER GIVE OUT MY WORK DETAILS!!! If it is QVC they better wake up as I already have timeshare with them. My day just went from - "Hey I won a car!!!" to: Kakking out the person really responsible for this scam!!!

#200 Chrissie on 2010-02-02 14:37 (Reply)

Hi Guys, i just got the same call from Lee and Phillips. The meetin will be taking place tomorrow at the Port Shepstone Country Club on the South Coast. They told me that i had won a Holiday to Hawaii or Jamaica, but i needed my husband to be there with his credit card for me to be able to collect my vouchers. hhhhhmmmm, i think ill get my friend from our local media to come through and take some photos...

#201 Bukz on 2010-02-02 15:09 (Reply)

yip they have been doing it for more than ten years now. They suckered me a few years ago. You go and then they try to sell you timeshare. You have to sit through a long boring presentation. They want you to bring your partner so they can split you up and force your wife into buying. Then afterwards they have a machine spitting out balls-similar to an ancient lotto machine.Everybody wins but you only win 2 days accomodation at the Midrand Holliday Inn and you still have to pay for all your meals. What really pisses me off is that they got my details now this time from entering a valid competition to win a Nissan Livina at cresta. The cost of the ticket was R10.00 and the proceeds would go to charity. That was the last time that i will ever buy a ticket. It is unfortunate that charity now suffers due to these schmucks

#202 ant on 2010-02-04 14:39 (Reply)

by the way-these days they call themselves univision communications.I see on the ticketstub there is no fundraising number nor company details. maybe it is time to get these people out of business forever

#203 ant on 2010-02-04 15:03 (Reply)

Thanks 2 this blog I'm saved!!!!! :-) I got the SAME call this afternoon, at work no less! "Kelly" was so excited that I was convinced at first, seeing that I also actually entered a competition a while back. After about 10 min. I started wondering.... luckily for me google is my "best friend" & whala, all these complaint blogs popped up!!!!!!!! So I called the # this Kelly gave me (087 805 2390) and told the lady who answered that I was invited to Terra Firma Bldg-Fourwats for Saturday 6 Feb., but I just learned that my husband has a course (a lie off course) on Sat. She got all defensive when I started asking 2 many questions as to why excately my husband MUST be there. She very quickly transfered me to a supervisor named Dave. He came with the same crap, that it's a couple competion....blah-blah-blah! I asked him what excately is going to happen Sat. He pretented to be very surprised that I have no clue, but continued to tell me that they need male and female points of view for a holiday package they are launching in SA now (????Timeshare!!!!!!). Then after we've given our opinion, only then will we proceed to the draw. I flat out told him "so in other words, it's BULLSH1T!". He, pretending again, said: "Mam I don't understand what u mean?". I again said it's BULLSH1T!! and that he must go F...K himself while jumping in a dam!!! Then just hang up. These freaks are so pathetic actually, we must just pitty them! THE IDIOTS!!!!

#204 Jurita on 2010-02-04 16:59 (Reply)

I was also contacted and after numerous questions was guaranteed this was not timeshare. The lady told me I was shortlisted as I had taken a draw for a car. Funny enough in Dec in East Rand Mall, my husband and I did actually take tickets for a car draw (more because the proceeds were going to charity)... Anyway, my reference number was given and I was told I would be contacted the next day. I went home and told my husband, who said, well thats strange as he was also contacted and he also had his reference number (differant to mine) and he also warned them that it had better not be timeshare..... Anyway, next day came and they called me to confirm, I asked again and she said that Terrafirma was a legit company and this was not a scam and was not timeshare, when I told her about my husband being in the same draw, she was a bit taken aback and asked for his ref number and said she would confirm and someone would phone him back... We decided to go anyway (which was last night), ended up being in traffic for hours due to heavy rains and when we got there (mins late), we were told to take a seat and someone would be with us soon. I took out my blackberry and googled terrafirma and thats when I saw all your warnings.... I then started complaining to the Coloured guy who was in charge at the time who acknowledged it was Vacation selling and they have problems with the way their telemarketers misrepresent their company - imagine that!!!! I then demanded to speak to whoever was in charge and eventually got Nashs' number who is in charge of the telemarketers. At this stage my blood pressure was OVERBOILING as I also had a sick child at home and we had come in 2 cars to the Westrand and we stayed on the East rand. I am waiting for NASH to call me back! Amazingly he said he would look into it as there was nothing he could do for me last night - unfortunatley, they have messed around with the WRONG person!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

#205 June on 2010-02-05 09:12 (Reply)

I think everyone else has said enough already but ok il just add that its a hoax . It would be great if 3rd-degree or specail assignment could get onto these guys . THE PUBLIC DESERVES TO KNOW !!!!!!!

#206 Clinton on 2010-02-05 15:35 (Reply)

Thank you to all of you, because I also received a phone call 5 minutes ago telling me that I have won a gauranteed price, and that I have to be in Midrand on thuesday 9 February 2010 (with my patner). Thanks to this blog and the kind lady Michelle that was phoning me and giving me the website I really will not be attending this joke. They think that we don't have anything else to keep us busy, and are wasting our presious time in this busy life time. They only told me that this is "ourwinners" company and that I have entered this competition via sms, and I know for a fact that I did't enter for any competition, cause I never enter for competitions. The nr they gave me to phone and confirm that this is no scam is 0878052365 ...... and yes Tracey will phone me tommorrow to confirm the road directions she being the events co-ordinator. Thanks a lot you guys you saved me from a very boring afternoon!!!!!!!99

#207 Willa (Homepage) on 2010-02-05 17:41 (Reply)

Thanks for taking the trouble to set up this site. Same old, same old... I've also been called by a company calling themselves Talk Align Communication with the same story of winning (guaranteed!) a rubberduck, quad bike, accommodation anywhere in SA, a GPS and iPod... Of course I was sceptical and slightly rude to "Andries Booysen" who made the call, but listed to the end. He said they would call back the next day and fax me the details of the draw. Again, I was VERY suspicious, but, one never knows! The one tip off (apart from the whole thing sounding like a scam, of course) was them insisting on me bringing a partner. Well, I can't, as my husband passed away two months ago. They were disappointed to say the least.I actually have to go and fetch his ashes on the same day of the draw and really didn't feel like going to a prize draw... so I Googled first. Needless to say, I won't be going to fetch my GUARANTEED! prize. Anyway, here are the details of the scammers: Andries Booysen and Cheryl Phone numbers used: 087 805 4355, 071 947 2386, 078 703 4637 The draw would have been at 10:00 on 6 February 2010 Reference number given: S 0025 (I suppose even scammers have some admin to do) Address given: HNS Building, Block J West, Central Park in 16th Road off New Road. Stay away people! You never know what might happen when these people get hold of you, your identity and telephone number. Maybe I'll make some obscene calls after hours and pester them a bit. Take care

#208 Liza Burger on 2010-02-05 18:16 (Reply)

I got my call today and nearly got suckered as I do remember entering an sms competition to win a chevy spark last year. When I asked 'Frasier' the date that I entered the competition he didn't hesitate and said that it was the 2nd of October 2009. That was my first suspicion that this was a scam as I remember entering this competition about a year earlier. The second tip off to the scam was that they asked me to bring my girlfriend along as I would need a witness to sign for the car if I won it... They are definitely getting crafty but looks like they use the same recipe as I have read in this blog (chevy spark main prize but guaranteed to win a quad/ice maker etc) but now mix it up a little more... I got the following details; Tel : 087 805 2365 Competition name: Chevy "Rollit" Spark Area: 28 Guildford Road,Carlswald estate, Midrand

#209 Crafty on 2010-02-08 13:33 (Reply)

My husband also got a call on Friday the 5~2~2010 by Tracey from World Connect. She have him the same story about the Chevrolet and told him that we have to be at VIP house on Tues at 4. Thanks to this site they won't be seeing either of us. Good to see South Africans sticking together!!

#210 stel on 2010-02-08 21:51 (Reply)

Hi There My hubby was also contacted by Tracey on Friday 5/2/2010 with the same story. They are now operating under the World Connect offices @ VIP House in Midrand. Thanks to this site, they definately will not be seeing us today. Ps - we have not asked for any insurance quotes in the past 2 years, so I dont know where they found my contact details from. One of my colleagues actually went to one of their "draws" at the same offices in Midrand and confirmed it is definately a Timeshare scam, and also said that apparently they definately get very aggressive if you dont sign.

#211 stella on 2010-02-09 09:03 (Reply)

Thanks for putting this website up or i would have fallen for it. I was called yesterday saying I was one of the finalist for a competition the company was World Connect and would be eligible for a grand prize oof a car and runner up prizes like and IPod; quadbike; holiday all the same BS. Today I looked up the address to get directions from google and came across this website and It all came out. Very much a scam so I waited for the person to call and let him explain in detail the directions. Then I asked him to repeat the company whom is holding this competition. Then I said are you trying to sell me time share, he said no we are not a time share selling company. So I said well if you are not I am still coming with my attorney and if this is true I will sue your company for fruad and time wasted and loss of earnings, misleading information. He then immediately put down the phone.

#212 Jonathan on 2010-02-09 17:19 (Reply)

these guys have phoned me about 5mins ago. I wouldnt go through with them. They sounded suspicious when i spoke to them. Her name is Vion and the number is the same 0878052365. The address i was given also is the same - Guilford road, Midrand. These guys are a real NO NO for me!!!

#213 MoR on 2010-02-10 13:33 (Reply)

Thank you so mush for this blog! I got a call from Sadie (Ocean Breeze) a couple of weeks ago, saying they are doing some kind of marketing survey for our area. I hate these type of phone calls but answered the questions anyway without giving any personal information. Just a couple of hours ago Lee 084 846 7400 phoned to congratulate me on winning TWO gift vouchers - a trip to Jamaica and a trip to Hawaii (yeah right!). She sounded very convincing and although I thought it was a scam I still played along, taking down all the details. Suppose to be there 16h00 on Sunday 14 Feb (Valentine's day - can you believe it). Address: R&L Leisure, Oxford Gate, Oxford Street, Durbanville. I immediately googled and found this blog. Thank you for saving a lot of people a lot of precious time. Because although we know that if it's to good to be true, it probably is, and we think it's a scam, we are still a little bit curious, hoping that it's true..... Really wish something could be done to stop these people!!!

#214 Nadia on 2010-02-11 14:03 (Reply)

thanks for the site, i got called today about it. i was instructed to meet at Terra Firma on Saturday 18th feb at 3:00. i was "lucky number 3" in their finalist draw and all i had to do was pitch and spin a wheel. if my number is spun i win a Chevy spark. but dont fret they say you wont walk away empty handed you will either get a gps, ice maker or a weekend break for 2. i followed instructions and then searched online for directions and found your site. i then snooped some more, this is what i found: the scam is in deed about time share, i phoned Terra Firma directly and spoke to a lady who informed me that yes sorry it is time share and they use a independent telemarketing company and they have no control of what they say. bullshit!!! is their anyone out their who knows the law and might be able to help, i am planning on suing them for false advertising through their www.ourwinners.co.za sight , false representation of Terra Firma and harassment as they are over persistent and phone at all hours.

#215 angry bear on 2010-02-11 14:47 (Reply)

Wow...its a long running scam hey? got a call today. to go to corner william nicol and leslie. guaranteed prize. not gonna waste my time. their name is now interwave, but the nums pretty much the same. 087 805 2390 by fiona. and anna will call me tomorow...hahaha

#216 John on 2010-02-11 21:17 (Reply)

Same story. Wife got a call today. Won either a Chev Spark, Ipod, GPS etc. Needs to be at Terra Firma, corner of William Nickolls and Leslie av, Fourways, next to Monte Casino on Wednesday between 14:00 and 15:00. Anna will still phone to confirm and to give directions. Different tel no 0878752390. Not much different from previos numbers.( 0878752390 not existing and 0878052390 not available at present) 2010/02/15. Note the change in name to "Terra firma in Fourways".

#217 Johan on 2010-02-15 14:18 (Reply)

Got a phone call today (15/02/2010) from Scott 087 805 2394 telling me that I'm one of the lucky ones in the final draw to win a Chevvy Spark. Told me to go to Design Quarter CNR William Nicol and Leslie 2nd floor, office 216. Thank you everyone for the info. Definitely not going there anymore.

#218 Bron on 2010-02-15 19:09 (Reply)

Contacted today by 'DUMI', maybee it should be dummy......e-mail address maryjaner@oaks.co.za, with the usual story. Fortunaly I have a clever wife who told me to Google the buzz words. Thanks for the warning guys and gals, you saved us at least 4 hours!!!!!

#219 Raymond Coetzer (Homepage) on 2010-02-15 19:19 (Reply)

I also received a call yesterday notifying me about winning the chev spark and to bring your partner/wife along and the follow up call today,definate scam,thanx to google we are able to weed out the scammer's..

#220 Darren on 2010-02-16 11:23 (Reply)

Hahaha... now i have heard everything." You entered at a restaurant or shopping center?" mmmmm of course i would remember something like that. At least some of us have brains. Thanx to you all for blogging about this, saved me a trip down disappointment lane.... Bunch of retards

#221 Liz on 2010-02-16 15:05 (Reply)

I got a call today (17/02/2010) at 13:00 from a Noma, that told me I am in line to win a Chevy Spark also today. She gave me there office number 087 805 2365. Also they will fone me back with a address on how to get to the place. She also told me the time of the draw will be 10:00am and 14:00pm this coming friday (19/02/2010)

#222 Hanno on 2010-02-17 13:40 (Reply)

Received a call from anonymous company at Midrand informing me that I won a car Chevrollet. The name of the lady I spoke to is Belinda, and she promised that the coordinator will contact me the following day to confirm the address where the prize is to be collected. I suspected that this could a scam and tried to call her back but the number just rang and hangover. I googled the number and find that somebody was called in the same condition as mine and he realized that it was a scam. I just want to let everyone know that when someone contacts you and ask you to go to Midrand to claim your prize, there is nothing like that. they usually give this number 0878052365

#223 Ian (Homepage) on 2010-02-17 15:29 (Reply)

Sho people, I almost won that car... On my way home I had an idea of what I would like to do with the PRIZE I WOULD win... Not even 2 minutes on google and I got this site!! I believe the people involved will burn for being so dishonest, and this is adults, I thought only children can talk so much kak... Thanks for the site .

#224 Shaun on 2010-02-17 17:01 (Reply)

Guys this scam is totally illegal and unethical. I have contacted the DTI to lodge a complaint. Please stand with me as it costs nothing and we could have them shut down. Please report them to the DTI

#225 Amelia on 2010-02-18 15:19 (Reply)

I just received a call from Bridget at Interwave saying that I had been selected after entering a competion at Sandton City. Congratulations etc. I then said I have never entered a competition and Bridget said, "Oh thanks for your time" and that was the end. Sounds like QVC to me as well.

#226 TMAN on 2010-02-19 10:23 (Reply)

yes exactly the same story here.. 'Win a chevy spark car'.do you remember entering.what is your surename.are you working full time or not if you have a partnet and if shes working or not.and the same &^#%..but ok it is now at Monateng Safari Lodge for 20-02-2010 11am.you stand a change of winnig a chevy spark car and more @&@^%$

#227 Adriaan on 2010-02-19 12:50 (Reply)

Got an official invite today from Slimstar Communications CC trading as Inter Waves (Registration Number 2006/007035/23) to attend their draw tomorrow (23 Feb 2010) at 6PM. I was in a rush so gave the woman an email address so I did not question her too much. The address is: Office 216, 2nd Floor, Design Quarter, Nicole Grove, Fourways. Thanks for the heads up guys. You have saved me a lot of time.

#228 EmJay on 2010-02-22 14:57 (Reply)

Just had the same call from a guy called Clement. Same story. Anna will call me tomorrow with directions to 216 Terrafirma, Cnr William Nicol and Leslie street. When she does call tomorrow I am gonna give her a piece of my mind.

#229 Janice (Homepage) on 2010-02-22 19:23 (Reply)

dudes be aware of these crooks are they lurring u into a big trap,so try to locate them and give them a biting they will never forget

#230 JABULANI (Homepage) on 2010-02-23 13:42 (Reply)

Damn, got the same phone call with the same BS story that has been used for a copuple of years now. Received call from Kandi 087 805 2390 who advised about the Chevy Spark car who advised that the events co-ordinator Anna 076 375 8026 will be calling me to confirm the directions. A big thank you for this website. I will be using Jonathan's tactics (09/02/2010) against them - "So I said well if you are not I am still coming with my attorney and if this is true I will sue your company for fruad and time wasted and loss of earnings, misleading information. He then immediately put down the phone."

#231 TDJames on 2010-02-23 16:10 (Reply)

The scam continues. Received the call today. Promising the same items as they promised in 2008. Thought they might get original but not at all. 0878052390 is the number that called me.

#232 Kevin on 2010-02-23 17:00 (Reply)

Guys my wife got this call two weeks back. all sounds the same. my worry is what happens when you attend. how are they actually trying to scam? has anyone actually fallen for this what happened to them????

#233 almost on 2010-02-23 18:13 (Reply)

I HAVE TO SAY, THANK GOODNESS FOR THIS BLOG! THEY PHONED ME THE 22/02/10 AS FIONA AND TOLD ME I HAVE BEEN SELECTED TO WIN A CHEVY SPARK AND THAT I WONT BE LEAVING EMPTY HANDED.THEY EVEN FAX ME THEIR DETAILS AFTER I TOLD THEM THAT I DONT BELIEVE THEM.STILL THEY GAVE ME THE NUMBERS THATS ON THIS SITE AND ALL THE NAMES, THEY TOLD ME TO GO TO WILLIAM NICOL OFFRAMP OFFICE PARK DESIGN QUARTER OFFICE 216 2ND FLOOR AT 6 PM,ONE OF THE NUMBERS WAS ANNAH 0763758026.THEY EVEN TOLD I HAVE TO GIVE A REF NUMBER(J559) SO SORRRY FOR THEM IM NOT GOING TO BE ONE OF THEIR FOOLS!

#234 TAMMERYN DU PLESSIS on 2010-02-23 21:54 (Reply)

Have just been contacted by these people, same scam the new name is Interwave operating from Fourways, what alerted me was when i asked him the address - office 216 on the second floor???

#235 Abegail on 2010-02-25 15:54 (Reply)

My wife an I were one of the unfortunate one's that got scammed by QVC, claiming we would win a nissan bakkie & quad bike etc..and now we are sitting with a legal battle, as the sales consultant that has mysteriously vanished, conned us into signing up for timeshare, and by breach of contract on their part.We were told we could go to any holiday destination, at any time of the year,but were not told that you have to book a year in advance and that there are extra hidden costs, as well as we could sell our points at any given time. To this day we have not paid them anything, as we never used their services, and yet they keep on sending us statements and threatening lawsuits.

#236 Eldrid on 2010-02-25 23:21 (Reply)

Berenice from Ocean Breeze called me. She told me that I have won vouchers for a holiday to Hawaii for my husband and I. When I questioned her about this she said that they are a wholesale travel agency and they are giving away free holidays to couples so that when they get back they can tell their friends what a good time they have had on the trip and "advertise" their company via word of mouth. I'm sorry, but I do not believe any company would just give away holidays like this in order to advertise themselves. I asked her if I could come in during the day on my own as I could not find a babysitter in the evenings and she said that I had to bring my husband with me so I immediately realised this is a scam. But what is really worrying me is when I got the first call from them a few weeks ago they asked me questions like, "have I been a victim of crime recently" and "what is the police presence like in my area". Why would they need to know that type of information?

#237 Tinks on 2010-02-26 17:15 (Reply)

Thanks for the heads up guyz. I just received a call and was really excited. i often enter SMS competitions so maybe it could be true. My luck was eventually turning! I was also told that they will not try and sell me anything. Was about to make some elabotate excuse to my boss why i needed to leave the office earlier. She was really convincing. It works like a spin the wheel and you wont go home empty handed. i am gauranteed a GPS and dinner voucher at least. so if i have a prtner its better to bring him along so that i wont have to eat dinner alone !!!

#238 Kanitha on 2010-03-01 12:43 (Reply)

Jip, I also got the call this afternoon.. from "Angel"... in line to win a Chevy Spark... LOL!! Not sure where they got my number from... Based in Midrand... tel number 087 805 2365...

#239 Merandi Liebenberg on 2010-03-03 14:28 (Reply)

Hi there all Same story with me only I got excited as I am 23 do not own a car, I have a valid driver’s license and do not know how it feels to drive “my car” if you know what I mean Any how these bastards called me on my company number saying all the same things and that I will not leave empty handed they even have a dinner for me and my partner if I do not win the competition for the car “Chevy Spark” I decided not to go as I have an issue to get there and to get back to Benoni at 18:00 in the evening I hope theses people will stop doing this as it only upsets people like me …….. Cheers

#240 andre on 2010-03-03 15:46 (Reply)

There are two parties involved in the scheme that I was invited to evaluate. The "independent" guy who cold-calls you is from Party A (Talk-A-Line Communications) and his sole purpose is to get you to attend a presentation by Party B. Party A gets paid approximately R100 just for getting you to attend the presentation. Once you're at the presentation Party B takes over. Party B is there to sell you the opportunity to join a business venture based around a financial management program and a timeshare marketing scheme. After reading all the complaints about this scheme on this site - mostly from people who haven't made the effort to get the facts - I decided to attend the presentation to see what it's all about. Party B was a software development company called the HMS Group (Household Marketing Services), address: 400 Central Park, 16th Road, Midrand. Web: householdms.net. Their spokesman is the one and only Kobus Wiese. The usual mode of operation is that Party A cold-calls you and tells you that you are guaranteed to win a prize (a holiday, quad bike, rubber duck, GPS, etc.) To get the prize you must attend a presentation by Party B at the 400 Central Office Park building in Midrand. In this case the speaker was a DVD of Kobus Wiese promoting a network marketing type of business opportunity based around a computer program. This program allows you to track your "network" i.e. all the people that you have recruited into the network (by getting them to attend this presentation) and who have bought the computer program (and from whom your income is being generated). It is also a household and financial management program similar to Quicken, Microsoft Money and GnuCash. You use it to track your household income, budget, investments, expenses and do your tax returns. See: www.householdms.net/HMS/hms/products.bot for details. To join the club you pay about R8000 for the HMS software program (If you buy it there at the presentation. You can get it outside the presentation at a higher cost and you're also slapped with an annual fee.) Additionally, you then need to attend a timeshare demo. Finally, you need to refer three people who will then be contacted and offered an opportunity to attend the another showing of same presentation that you were lucky to attend. You will then earn money on these people that you refer... My first thought after listening to the explanation of the business model was "pyramid scheme", but the "rep" read my mind and was quick to try and explain why it's not a pyramid scheme. Maybe "network marketing scheme" is a better name... At the end of the presentation you get given a "lotto ticket" as you are about to leave - a ticket that allows you to enter the competition draw for that prize that convinced you to come to the presentation in the first place. As you walk out to the reception a lady takes your ticket and asks you to select 5 numbers. She then explains the draw process and the prizes that you can win if the numbers that you select are drawn (in the order that you selected!) She spins the lotto machine filled with ping pong balls and, depending on the winning balls that are picked by the machine, awards you your prize. Like most people that play the lotto, none of your numbers will probably be drawn and for that you are awarded a consolation prize: a midweek 4 night accommodation voucher valid for 2 adults and 2 children - excludes public and school holiday periods and excludes all meals, drinks and transport to and from the resort - and all this subject to availability and a R500 refundable key and Breakage fee. I must admit that, being a strong user of a financial management program, I was very impressed with the computer program and I might have bought it if it was not attached to the "business opportunity" and if the price was right (and at R8000 it wasn't right!) Unfortunately, if you choose to buy the program after the presentation it's considerably more expensive and is loaded with an annual fee and other conditions that make it generally a bad deal. But the weakest part of the whole model is that you have to decide whether or not you want to buy the program without actually having had a real opportunity to evaluate it and really see how it works! That's like buying a car blindfolded and without taking it for a test drive...

#241 DiamondEagle on 2010-03-03 21:46 (Reply)

See this comment for more info: http://www.joblog.co.za/2008/01/scammed/comment-page-8#comment-109865

#242 DiamondEagle on 2010-03-03 21:50 (Reply)

@DiamondEagle Are you sure that's the same scam the addresses you provide aren't the same the several hundred other people have referenced?

#243 Dominic White (Homepage) on 2010-03-04 07:28 (Reply)

I just got a call this morning(4 March 2010) from a company called Interways based in Fourways. Apparently I've won a couple's getaway to one of the group's local resorts. I was asked to bring my husband/boyfriend to the prizegiving and also told someone will call me tomorrow to let me know where the prize giving will take place. I have the exact same number as everyone else speaks of on this blog...I knew there was something suspicious. The lady who called me gets zero points for creativity, there's something very suspect about the name CANDY! Thank God for intuition too.

#244 Mitchele Mase on 2010-03-04 12:40 (Reply)

I've just received a call from Peace (very unprofessional and vague) from Talk -A-Line Comms, with the exact same story. I'm supposed to have entered a competition to win a quad bike or a GPS or a variety of smaller prizes, and I'm in the lucky draw. I have to take my partner to a location in Midrand somewhere, address to be supplied and confirmed tomorrow. The vagueness and uncertainty of the lady who phoned me immediately rang alarm bells, and I headed for my computer. Well done to Diamond Eagle for taking the time to check this out, as he says, most people will either fall for it or just ignore it. One wonders how many people do fall for it, as it seems a very complicated and costly process. Ha! I've just received the fax from Peace confirming the address as 400 Central Office Park. A bit sad that Kobus Wiese is involved in this, a bit of a comedown from the heights of his rugby days. Maybe someone should tell him about this blog!

#245 Mike (Homepage) on 2010-03-04 13:35 (Reply)

HI JA THEY CALLED ME TO THIS AFTERNOON "UNIQUE CONNECTIONS" FIRST A LADY AND THEN A GUY TOLD ME IM IN THE LUCKY DRAW BUT BOTH OF THEM GIVE ME DIFFERENT REF. NUMBERS VERY SLIM OF THEM.

#246 HEINRICH on 2010-03-05 02:42 (Reply)

MAYBE THEY TRACE THESE CALLS TO SEE WHERE YOU LIVE NEVER KNOW WHAT THESE FUCKERS ARE UP TO.

#247 HEINRICH on 2010-03-05 02:48 (Reply)

Same thing happened to me today! I got a call from Jackie. looks like they target young couples obviously because you'd want to take holidays with them. this is so dissapointing. Thank goodness i did some research into it otherwise I would've wasted an entire afternoon.

#248 Estelle on 2010-03-08 13:55 (Reply)

These people should be exposed and taken to the full extent of the law!! I got the same call today and nearly took off from work and drove 4 hours to listen to their crap. Thanks for thiis website.Maybe me and a few of my biker buddies should go and camp on their lawn for a while and make use of their "restaurant and toile facilities" Im sure the CEO wont mind me crapping on his companys lawn seeing he is wasting my time with his crap.Seriously cant Carte Blance or somebody expose these people,if I knew how I would report them to Derk Watts seeing he is the only person doing something about things like this,the cops wont even go if you invited them

#249 André (Homepage) on 2010-03-08 19:51 (Reply)

Thanks for this site and all the postings! I was definitely curious about it - the person i spoke to was very professional. It would be helpful if there was info near the top on what the scam actually entails (not simply that it is a scam). From some of the entries i gathered you are coerced (with your supporting family present) to make a purchase or buy into some credit factility contract.

#250 almost duped on 2010-03-10 08:12 (Reply)

Today I got a call from a guy named Nic Reynolds. No offence, but the guy sounded very much like a black gentlemen but by no means did I guess that his name would be Nic Reynolds. He informed me that I have been 1 of 8 people to be selected as a winner for a Quad Bike competition. Apparently I filled in an application form at a shopping centre in December and my name has been drawn and confirmed as a winner of 1 out of 8 prizes. The prizes included 2 ipods, DEFY appliances, etc. Firstly, I know that I did not complete any application form for a Quad Bike and secondly, he could not confirm which Shopping Centre I filled the form in. He did know the area I lived in and my date of birth (Very SCARY!!!!). I let him explain that he was calling from Talk Align Communications which is part of the HMS Group of Companies and that I am to attend the prize-giving at 400 Central Park, 16th Road, Midrand on Friday 12 March at 12:00 (P.S. Lunch included). I was even requested to bring my family along for the "awards". This felt like a scam from the very beginning. I agree with Mitchele above about the creative names. Come on guys, a black guy called Nic Reynolds. Maybe in America but not in this country....Thanks guys, for this blog. At least I feel better about laughing this off.

#251 Kimona Chetty (Homepage) on 2010-03-10 17:31 (Reply)

I was contacted by a Eustina the company called INTERWAVES and was told that I too had won a chevy spark. Gave me ref number and said to bring my partner for pictures at the design quarter mall btwn 12-1pm....What utter BS.....and something about spinning a wheel and too come smartly dressed..

#252 Mellissa on 2010-03-11 09:29 (Reply)

I was contacted yesterday by a company called slimstar communications T/A Interwaves, a lady named charity told me that i had been entered into the draw for a chevy spark, i could also win an ipod, quad, bla bla bla, i'm sure we all know where this is going. The address i recieved is Design Quarter Nicole Grove Fourways - Terra Firma and phone number 0878052390. When i asked if it was about time share they insisted that only the draw for the chevy spark was on the agenda? i asked again if it was time share and again got the same answer, there wasn't a yes or no answer. Thanks for the heads up...

#253 Genevieve on 2010-03-11 21:50 (Reply)

Someone by the name of Kenneth called me this morning telling me that I've been selected as one of the finalists to win a chev spark and if i do not win the car there are consolation prices like ipod, ice machine, gps, quad bike, weeked getaway for 2 just for coming to the draw, that i must bring my wife for photos. The guy even said i should buy him a bottle of Jack Daniels should i win and there is no need for me to bring bank cards. Please guys lets expose this people. Their telephone number is 087 805 2390 and they are situated at Design Quarter Mall in Fourways C/O William Nicole and Lesslie Avenue. Cheers

#254 Hof on 2010-03-12 11:18 (Reply)

I have just been contacted by a Bridgette (087 805 2390) from Interwaves telling me that I am 1 of 5 people whose names have been drawn and am in line to win a chev spark. The other "runner ups" all stand to win a prize which includes a weekend getaway, a quad bike, an i-pod etc. etc. The prizegiving is to take place tomorrow at 9:00 am at the design quarter. Anna then phoned me with directions on the same numbers provided above- 0763758026. I was told that it is a couples draw so I have to bring my husband along. Thanks to this site, I won't be going. However, it shocks me that this scam is still going on!!!!!

#255 Tina on 2010-03-12 17:01 (Reply)

Got the same call on 13/03/2010 and again on 15/03/2010. Seems to me this scam is still alive and kicking and no one has done anything about these people. First, I know where I entered a chev competition, and thats Clearwater mall, sometime last year. Since there is so much of a connection with Chevrolet, I think they should be held accountable for passing on people's details. Secondly, the draw is tonight at Design Quater in Fourways. I think we should all go there and cause trouble. It needs to stop.

#256 Big Foot on 2010-03-16 12:51 (Reply)

I got contacted, said it was from the company interwaste and that I had won a chevy spark, googled the number and I got here, I almost went and I thought I would never fall for a scam, they are really good.

#257 AAA on 2010-03-17 14:53 (Reply)

They now go under the name "Interwave" - just been called by Bridgett to tell me that I must be at the Toyota garage on the corner of William Nicol and Lesley Drive because I may have won a Chevy Spark - what are the chances that Toyota are now giving away Chevy Sparks? I think not!!

#258 Lynne on 2010-03-17 15:53 (Reply)

They have just phone me as well...telling me that I am one of 15 lucky winners guaranteed a winning prize..quad bike (person actually explained to me what a quad bike was)icemaker, ipod etc. I have recenlty requested insurance quotes for a vehicle and now this...who is actually behind this...is the insurance companies getting profit from giving telephone numbers and details to these people. The number the person phoned from today was 087 805 2350, i was given the address as well. VIP Office at 28 Guildford Road in Midrand. As soon as the person wanted my details to be confirmed I declined and was told to consult with my partner to go through on Saturday 20 March and phone him back as this was an opportunity not to miss. This scam should really be stopped!!!

#259 Unhappy SA Citizen on 2010-03-18 13:20 (Reply)

I have received the exact same scam call as above. I unfortunately didn't hear the name of the so-called company but the person i spoke to was called Candie. She gave me all the same details as above and also asked if she could have a spin in the car if i won it. I was given the number 087 8052390 and was told that Anna would call me back to give me more info and directions. And of course my girlfriend/wife had to attend. Well i got 2 missed calls on my cell from the above number and decided to call it back. Got through the first time and was told that Anna was in a short meeting and would call me back. She asked for my REF # which is J427. I waited for about 3 hours and caled again. Anna had just stepped into another brief meeting. About 30mins later Anna did call me back and the first thing she asked me was would i be bringing my partner? I told her that i would be attending alone. She then said that this is a couples only draw, so i told her that my girlfriend and i work at the same company and they won't let us leave at the same time. She said she would have to consult with the sponsor and she would call me back shortly. I am so glad my girlfriend found this website. I was to attend tomorrow morning somewhere in Fourways.

#260 MichaelABB on 2010-03-18 15:55 (Reply)

I just received a call from Ledia 087 805 2365, same thing I entered a competition in November apparently and I was one of 15 luck people in line to win a Chevy Spark and or a list of other prices. It sounded wierd as I know I didnt enter any competition (especially for a Chevy Spark) Anyhow, I entertained her call and when she said that my husband and childeren must attend I said that they couldnt, I was told it is a couples event. Anyhow, Godfree will be calling me tomorrow to give me the details on where this thing is... Thank you to this website for allowing us to list our experiences and for stopping me for waisting my time!!!

#261 CaseyD on 2010-03-23 11:05 (Reply)

Hey Dom. No dude, dont decline. Its far more fun to say you're going and then not pitch up. I got the call today and said sure, I will be there

#262 Jason Penton (Homepage) on 2010-03-23 14:54 (Reply)

I missed a call from this number: 0878052390. Someone call Sam left a voice message saying he was from a company called InterWays in Fourways calling about win a Chevy Spark competition. I'm waiting for him to call back and I'll tell him whats what!

#263 DonaldD on 2010-03-24 12:34 (Reply)

OK so I got THE call this morning. You know the one I am talking about! Just thought I would put up the names and numbers for reference sake.Chick said her name was Beatrice. The number she called me from was 0878054350. She also said I could reach her on 0796398362. Said we would be meeting at Monateng Safari Lodge on Saturday 27th of March at 11am. She told me someone would call me tomorrow to confirm directions. Think I will say I am going and just not pitch up. Get their hopes up and then waste their time. A little payback you know?

#264 Jeff on 2010-03-25 16:14 (Reply)

OK so I got the OTHER call. You know, the confirmation one. I said sure I would see them there but I'm not gonna go. Anyway some extra details. The guy who called me is called Zuko and said I could reach him on this number 0781655543. Said the company name was Unique Connections. The number he called me on was 0878054350. Think I am gonna sign his number up for some sweet ass spamming. Any ideas?

#265 Jeff on 2010-03-26 10:09 (Reply)

We, my fiance and I received a similar invite for tomorrow evening. wouldn't it be great if we all pitch up there and just cause some trouble. Take Carte Blance there and close these people the hell down. hundreds of people there taking pictures and making life hell from them. can't you take them to court for false advertising. I swear if I had to go there and waste my time I would have sent them a bill for my time!

#266 JP on 2010-03-29 16:59 (Reply)

Exactly the same story this side, its amazing that after 2 years the scam is still identical... Think they should be a bit more creative... Thanks for the info!

#267 Andrew on 2010-03-30 16:14 (Reply)

These people phoned me too. I am setup for a prize giving on Tuesday 6 April. I think these guys might pull our details from Junkmail. I placed an ad and this was all the details the guy had. Fiendishly clever!!! So who is up for some Gatecrashing ? The venue is somewhere in Pretoria in Zambezi / Montana IF anyone is up for it, i will be in touch StinkyToez

#268 John Doe on 2010-03-31 18:19 (Reply)

My wife received the call on Tuesday morning and informed me about it. They said she also won a Chevrolet T-Spark but that she needed to bring her partner in with her to attend the draw. In a competition you either win something or you don't, it's not a choice of waiting for a draw to take place to see who the lucky winner is. I have reported theses guys to the SA Competitions commission, still awaiting a response though, and also notifying Chevrolet South Africa that the brand name is being used in ths scam. I'm just wondering what they'll say about that.

#269 Chris on 2010-04-07 10:29 (Reply)

Just got a call (07/04/2010) from Emily, her number 087 805 2365...same story...i have won a chevy spark, gps, quad bike , ice machine etc. also told my wife must attend.gave me the address, 28 guildford road in midrand.luckily im a huge sceptic, and found this site...is all a scam...but would actually like to know what goes on at this "prize giving ceremony"???they gave ne a ref number the whole 9 yards.also the events co-ordinator will phone me the next day. WARNING SIGNS...THE SHORT NOTICE TO ATTEND THE PRIZE GIVING, AND WHEN I TRIED TO CALL THE NUMBER BACK IT JUST RINGS....

#270 ross on 2010-04-07 12:20 (Reply)

Also got the call from 087 805 4350 saying that I am a guaranteed winner. And that I should be somewhere in Glenwood Road, PTA, 12:00 on Friday. I told her that I am not interested in any holiday time share thing. She guaranteed that this is nothing of the sort and that she will send me a fax stating this. Received the fax and will definitely NOT go!!!

#271 Jane on 2010-04-07 16:08 (Reply)

Hahahahaha....Praise God...This guy so called GAVIN calls me now and he ask me if i remember entering a competition sometime ago. He says unfortunately i did not win a car nissan. He doesn't even tell me the model. He says a gentlemen in pretoria has won the car. But i've won a trip to travel around africa for 5 days alone. My REF# J594 and then he congratulates me. He then says on the 9th April all participants will be called to receive their prizes. Will i bring my wife and kids or just kids. Then i said my wife. He says because they don't have a specific time. He suggested either 10:00 or 14:00 but it will be according to the majority. He then says a lady by the name LINDI will be calling me tomorrow to confirm. Then i searched on the net to see if such company exist and is valid. Made several calls to trace this no. 087 805 2365 and the one he called me with 087 805 2350. Then i realized that this is a scam, because I don't recall entering any competitions. WWOOooooooo....Suddenly i'm here and found the TRUTH AND INDEED THE TRUTH HAS SET ME FREE FROM WORRYING ABOUT HOW WILL I MAKE IT THERE ON FRIDAY....THANK GOD THIS ONLY LASTED 10MIN...THANKS FOR THE INFOR....

#272 Thabo (Homepage) on 2010-04-07 17:43 (Reply)

Just received a call from charity. I thought it sounded a bit suspicious that I had won a car, so i googled the company while i was on the phone to her and came to this website. I told her to hold on while i read. She eventually put the phone down. Thank you to this site!!

#273 Brandon on 2010-04-12 11:15 (Reply)

Got my call a few minutes ago…I won “2? holidays.One for 3 nights(Jamaica) the other for 4 nights (hawaii). The company is Ocean Breeze. Phone number is 087 805 4800 .Also promised draw at venue for some make over worth R75000 or cash cheque for R50000.00.Must go as couple to collect vouchers and it won’t take longer than 60 minutes…….. What crap!!!

#274 Yvonne on 2010-04-12 12:54 (Reply)

I just got the dreaded call from 087 805 2350, Very nice lady congratulated me on my winnings! :) I played along and asked alot of questions but my internal scam alert went off from the first words she uttered. I love how when I asked her how one would enter such a competition she said via sms, when I replied that I don't ever enter competitions she said "that's besides the point". Anyway after 10min I got my ref - J558, and was promised a gauranteed prize of either an ipod, garmin or vacation for 2. It sounded promising but when I asked her wheter it would just be a draw she said there will be a 45min talk, when asked about what she said her manager would contact me the next day. what a bunch of BullSh!!!@#@. I asked her wheter it was for a timeshare thing and she said they are not affiliated with any vacation clubs... uhuuu whatever..Have to admit it's the ice machine that set my alarms off, I mean seriously who gives away an ice machine... apparently they're known as world connect. Thanx for the info :)

#275 Q on 2010-04-12 14:56 (Reply)

LOL i just got the call now and the company is calling themselves INTERWAYS and they are based at the design quarter in fourways. its the same Chevy spark giveaway etc. woman's name Charity and they called from these numbers,0878052390;0877009300. the dray in on the 14th April 2010 from 16:00 - 17:00. i have to bring a partner, someone will call me back and email me all the details necessary. same story as all the above ones thanks so much for the site. :)

#276 LILY on 2010-04-12 14:57 (Reply)

I had Frazer contact me to day from "World Connect" about me being one of few shortlisted individuals who are in line to win this Chevy Spark which I had apparently sms'd an entry into the competition in October 2009. Reading some of the messages on the blog, I noted the comment about these guys getting your details from insurance enquiries that you had made previously and this period kind of ties in with a quote I requested for motor and vehicle insurance. Knowing full well that I did not enter any such competition, I played along and then I sprang the questions that hit home. My friend Frazer got very upset when I asked if this was to do with timeshare. He asked why i would ask such a question to which i promptly responded that this sounded all to suspicious and then he asked for a fax number to forward details to me. I asked for it to be emailed and I wait in "anticipation" of its eminent arrival.

#277 TN on 2010-04-12 16:26 (Reply)

Also got a call on Friday, the same thing. Thanks for the warning, I have taken leave for this scam tomorrow but will definitly not attend now. Luckely my six sense told me to search the web and found this site. If Annah phone me tomorrow I will give her a peace of my mind and tell her what she can do with that car and the rest of the prises!!!!!!!!!!!

#278 Mandie (Homepage) on 2010-04-12 20:25 (Reply)

Has anyone ever won anything of note?

#279 Thomas on 2010-04-13 11:33 (Reply)

Yeah, i was also called yesterday 12 April. I was so surprised to be told I'm one of potential winners but I remember entering a car competition though i had forgotten the date somewhere last year. the lady I spoke to said her name was Grace and she was phoning from Unique Collections. she said I qualified for the Spark and other prices that include things like navigators. I was supposed to go Pretoria on Wednesday. However, I told her I'm in Cape town and it would be difficult for me to travel that far if I dont know exactly whats in it for me. she said she was gonna talk to her boss and they would come back to me. I felt I was gonna miss out, the following day I phoned but there was no response. I thought let me get on the internet and check as to whether there is a competition like that and got this page. i must say I did not even suspect it was a scam

#280 Thami on 2010-04-13 12:05 (Reply)

Hey guess what... got the same call right now 13/04/2010 17:00 from a guy called Maxwell and the number 0878052365...exactly the same story ...I am in line to win a chevy spark and other giveaways which i entered via sms...and i must bring a female partner along...he directed me to their website www.ourwinners.co.za...thanks to this blog ...knew this was too good to be true...

#281 SM on 2010-04-13 17:41 (Reply)

I was contacted on the 14/04/2010, same story "win a car" I have declined after reading this web page. The guy who contacted me was Godfree 087 805 2350 and the address I got from them was 28 Guildford road Midrand. The name that they are currently using is "World connect company" I have been enquiring about insurance and the only SMS I replied to was for "Hippo" (the one that gives you 8 insurance quotes) that is the only way they could have got my details. Crap like this should be stoped !!!

#282 John Smith on 2010-04-15 10:29 (Reply)

I was informed by a nice Mr. May that I have an 1 in 15 change of winning a Chevy in the win a Chevy draw. Also a nice breakfast at 9 on 17/4/2010 in Zambezi - Montana and that I should not eat beforehand! I have apparently entered the 18th of October 2009. They at least had my surname correct?!?!? Also told me it is a Chevy competition when I asked if it is some time share/holiday Sh!t.

#283 JEN430 on 2010-04-15 13:17 (Reply)

I got phoned by these guys now, when I asked them to repeat the company name it took them a while to give it - If I heard correctly it was called HMA Communications. Same prizes and story as about comments. The give away to take place at 14h00 in Midrand Saturday 17 April 2010. I Google'd the phone number they gave me for a person called Fortune 084 980 3546 and got to this page, thanx for the info from everyone.

#284 Carlo on 2010-04-15 15:19 (Reply)

Got a call 10 min ago from Scott who said he was from a company called Interwaves, he told me I was in a draw with 3 other couples to win a Chevy Spark. Gave me the address Cnr William Nicol and Leslie Drive, 13th floor, Office 216 (near the Toyota dealership) and gave me the number 087-805-2390. He also asked me to spell my surname and come with a partner. I thought it may be a scam but damn i was hopeful. he's suppose to call back tomorrow to confirm.

#285 Sharon on 2010-04-15 17:21 (Reply)

Guys thanks for the info! I also entered a chevy comp last year and when they called I thought WOW that must be the same. They wont be seeing me tomorrow

#286 Neville on 2010-04-16 11:22 (Reply)

I just got a call from Scott 087 805 2390 saying I need to go to a draw on Wednesday for the Chev Spark, Quad Bike, GPS, IPod etc. The company is now called INTERWAVES and they are still in the Design Quarter in Fourways. You would think they would at least change the type of care they are giving away... I think they cave one of the scam members in the crowd and they 'win' the car. The funny think I noticed was how Scott kept saying I probably don't remember entering the competition because it started last year, I never said that I don't remember the competition. Thanks to this site I will not be waisting my time on Tuesday evening.

#287 Angelique on 2010-04-16 12:03 (Reply)

I received a call today from Devine and person who contacted me is Scott and he insisted that i go with my girlfreind for some competion that i won, unfortunately i'm always on the net as soon as he gave the name of the place i googled it down and i just found out it is a scam, so he called me again to ask if i've made the reservation for next week i said to him i cunt make at becoz my girlfriend is working and he insisted that i bring her along, hell he evern change the time from 14:00 to 18:00 after noon and he gave me the voucher number J388.......you know what i did i phoned him back and told him he can take this litle competition and dont forget his girlfriend to shuv themselves where the sun never shine and he asked me where? then i replied bu jou gaat!!!! I JUST LOVE TECHNOLOGY!!!:-)

#288 Eddyballo (Homepage) on 2010-04-16 14:31 (Reply)

Blistering, burning, blue bottles. I just got the call and boasted to my colleagues that I may be the winner of a brand new Chevy Spark after entering an sms competition in December. My bubble was popped when one of my colleagues warned me about a scam and that I should get the company name and google it. By jove, they're called Interwaves and they're the scammers from dishonesty hell. I was told to expect a call tomorrow for the address on the cnr of William Nicol and Leslie Ave. The tele # is 087 805 2390 and the caller's name is Eustina.

#289 Lunga on 2010-04-19 11:41 (Reply)

Thanks guys, mine is a similar one but company is called Ocean Breeze. A woman called me a week ago and did some survey about lots of things, crime, security, recession - which confused me, forgot the name of the gal. Asked her where she got my contact details from and never got a straight answer, I participated in the survey and on hanging up she promised that I stand a chance to win an "all expenses paid holiday" to Jamaica. That being my fav destination I was excited but did not believe it would happen as I thought it was some marketing ploy. Today I got two text messages from a 0788903442 number, saying "Congratulations, you are a winner" and asking me to call a 0878054801 or 0742548079 number and speak to Alicia. The text messages were about 10 minutes apart reminding me to call immmediately and that it was my last chance. I just ignored them. I then got a call from the Alicia, less than an hour after the texts, who told me that as part of a phone survey done last week, I had won a holiday to Jamaica and some or other island name I can't recall. I was less enthusiastic as I just did not believe this and was waiting to hear the catch. She had my surname but spelt it incorrectly, said I was married and I said actually "not", asked if I have a partner and on saying yes she asked for my partner's details. I resisted as I did not see the relavance. She told me to bring him along to claim the prize and we got in an argument because I did not see the need to give my boyfriend's details without speaking to him first, afterall, I am the one who won the prize. She got a bit stroppy with me but eventually made an appointment for me tomorrow. As the rest of the commentators here, I got off the call and googled the company. First thing I saw was a Hello Peter Compliant, a Herold newspaper article of a similar incident in PE, and these. I won't waste my time, nor will I bother to tell them. Thank you all.

#290 Zee on 2010-04-19 12:56 (Reply)

got the call on monday, event is today (Wedensday 21 April 2010). Same address as mentioned above VIP Building Gilford road, Midrand. I was contacted by Sheila and given the number 0878052350. she told me she would be in a meeting the whole of the followin day, but that the events coordinator would call to confirm details. Tracey called yesterday, gave me her Cell which is 0731335150 and told me to be there with my partner at 2pm...gave me the reference code J548. They are currently calling themselves World View.

#291 Andy on 2010-04-21 10:21 (Reply)

OMG... and here was I preparing to go "claim my prize" on Friday (23 April 2010) at Design Quater. Rose 087 805 2390 Ref# J636 Thanks goodness for trusting my instincts - never wrong hey?

#292 Mmathabo on 2010-04-21 15:10 (Reply)

thanx guys, i got a call yesterday with the same stories above, i'm not going there

#293 ODNEL on 2010-04-22 09:44 (Reply)

I myself recieved the very same call except from a guy named Clemond sounded like a nigerian and he even asked if i would give him a ride in the car if i won and apparently if i dont win the car the follow up prize is a quad .They are going by the name Interwave with the same contact details same co ordinator Anna i just wish that someone would go and give feedback .

#294 Figaro on 2010-04-22 14:25 (Reply)

So it appears this is the pattern: 1. Someone calls you and asks if you remember entering a "Win a car competition". If you don't they give you a generic scenario that will make you believe you entered somehow. The call comes from an 087 805 23XX number. 2. You will get a reference number starting with "J" and 3 digits eg: J671. 3. You will be in line to win a Chevy Spark but if you don't win the car you will definitely win either a quad-bike, 5 day holiday, GPS or an icemaker. 4.You will be told the time of the draw and that you should bring a partner. 5. Someone will call you the following day to "formally congratulate" you and give you directions. 6. If you have any queries call back on the number you were contacted on. So what I want to know is, what happens next? If you do go do you really get a free lunch? Can you really get away without having to buy anything? Do you have a genuine chance of winning something, and if not who are the the posers on the ourwinners website? I think I might go along just to see so I can report back.

#295 Adrian on 2010-04-26 12:35 (Reply)

I have received the same call and all of the above action. I enter so many competitions that I can't keep track off so I never thought that this was a scam. They sent me the directions and voucher for meals for my husband and I for the 1st of May from 11am-12pm in Fourways. We said we will go to see what this is all about; as it is on a saturday and if we don't like it then we can always spend the rest of the day at Monte casino. So guess I will only have feedback for you on Monday regards.

#296 Thirusha Govender on 2010-04-30 11:40 (Reply)

And I got the same call just yesterday. i told them that I'm in Cape Town and there is no way that I'll be going through to midrand to collect a prize. the lady just said that she would speak to her manager and get back to me, then without saying anything further she immediately hung up. I found it really strange that someone would be that rude. Is there nothing we could do to stop these people, if it happens that they are really not legit? I guess we never know what they might be doing to people....

#297 Mo on 2010-05-04 07:20 (Reply)

I recieved the same call yesterday 3/5/2010. Same story for draw on Wednedsay 16h00 cnr william nicol and lesley. Im thinking of going to see what its all about? and get the low down for you all.

#298 Taryn on 2010-05-04 12:27 (Reply)

They are still at it I got the same call from a lady named Samantha yesterday 03/05/2010, she told me the same story, the next day a lady called Ana called to give me direction and to confirm if my partner will be joining me.I accepted their invitation,but decided to resarch before I went to their offices, and I found this page

#299 Lee on 2010-05-04 14:11 (Reply)

The new address is at Monateng Safari Lodge, Walmansdal, just off Zambezi Drive. Was phoned 4/05/2010. Chevy Spark up for grabs. My sister was phoned 3/05/2010 and a Volvo was up for grabs.

#299.1 Christa on 2010-05-05 11:43 (Reply)

was called yesterday by new vision about bad news that i hadnt won the nissan first prize, but have won a holiday for me and family. I was told to go to guildford road VIP in midrand for the prize but i said i will be working, so they've called me back to say saturday at 1pm is also fine. luckily am aware about these scams, people please warn others out there

#300 tv on 2010-05-06 16:00 (Reply)

Was called by Sheils from the same number 0878052350 and she told me that i have to be there on wednesday (12/05/2010)and i tried calling that number and it just rings.Thanks guys,i wont be going there.I wonder where did they get our names and numbers??????Never......

#301 tla on 2010-05-10 15:45 (Reply)

It's scary because there is lot of things going on around e.g human trafficking .They need to be stopped

#302 aletta on 2010-05-10 15:51 (Reply)

Just got the call - tomorrow night at 18h00 - guaranteed winner of either a Chevy Spark - GPS - Quad Bike - Icemaker or a 4 day break away. oh my, so sorry its a scam The guy who contacted me was Brain 087 805-2390

#303 Elaine on 2010-05-10 16:07 (Reply)

I got contacted by interwaves today. Contacting me on 0878052390

#304 Sam on 2010-05-10 18:29 (Reply)

I was also contact by Ben yesterday who said that I was a lucky finalist to win a Chevy, or a quad bike, of an ice machine, etc. This was then confirmed by a phone call from Anna today (about 10 minutes ago). The company name is now called Interwave and they are based at the Design Quarter, Cnr William Nicol and Leslie Drive, 2nd floor, Office 216. Telephone number used was 0763758026.

#304.1 David on 2010-05-12 15:57 (Reply)

Got exactly the same thing - same address/dates prizes. Number called from was 0878052390. As far as insurance goes I am with 1st for motor and they are currently moving my policy across to Hollard so there could well be merit in an insurance leak. Thanks a mil for this Blog! Welcome to Africa

#304.1.1 Paul on 2010-05-14 09:57 (Reply)

Hi i got that same call,what they do is the 087 number they give you are used to make money....they get 20c p min for every call they receive........i know cause i deal with these phones...so they are using it for the wrong reason......

#305 D on 2010-05-13 10:28 (Reply)

I got a call about 2 hours ago stating the exact same prizes as David has listed. (Chevy, quad bike, ice machine, ....). Except i had a call from "Sam" who actually guarenteed me that i will walk away with one of the prizes. He provided me with a reference number and that i should be @ cnr William nicol & Leslie street on 15 May and i MUST bring a partner. The funny part was he said he was calling from Engen where i entered a competition via SMS last year September. This is strange as i did enter that competition last year that Engen hosted, but i am well aware that the competition they hosted has lapsed. The other funny thing is i have no insurance or have had no reason to have insurance untill now. I was getting quotations yesterday. The insurance companies i called was dial direct, outsurance and budget. With that said, i smell some BS and leakage of information. Maybe i should give one of the insurance companies a call and put some pressure there and see what happens ? Anyone else have this after they got insurance quotes ?? (Besides the OP of course)

#306 Brad on 2010-05-13 13:17 (Reply)

Got the same phonecall today. They call themselves Univision now. Got asked to go to a lodge this saturday 15may2010 near the Zambesi off-ramp with my partnet 'course.

#307 xionvann on 2010-05-13 17:08 (Reply)

I got called by Patrick from "Prestigious Communications" on friday morning... am meant to be at Monateng Safari Lodge on 18 May 4pm. Unlike most of the other people blogging here, I fell for it (feel incredibly stupid now) until a friend told me she went to the same lodge for a competition and it was timeshare... i phoned back and the numner i was given (0711467618) was unanswered so i called the number they called me on (0878054350), and the company name was given as "Quality communications" and when i asked they said it was a call centre. When I asked why I had to bring a partner, Patrick says he doesnt know... He said their offices are in Midrand.... so seems Patrick is a massive liar... especially because when I asked if they are trying to sell timeshare or anything else, he flat out said no.

#307.1 Alecsia Jacobson on 2010-05-17 17:17 (Reply)

Hi, I also received a call from a lady called Sheila from a company called New Vision. The telephone numbers asre exactly the same as mentioned before 0878052365. I was told that I wasn't the winner of the grand prize, but as a runner up I won a 5 day breakaway at a resort of my choice, but are required to come with some kind of identification accompanied by my husband to 28 Guildford road, Midrand for a 2 hour presentation. The unfortunate thing is that I remember buying a raffle ticket in aid of orphans and as a rule I don't buy raffle tickets, but were moved when it was said that the proceeds are for the orphans. I feel deceived and scammed. Imagine legitimate organisations will suffer because some of us will think that they are all scammers.

#307.2 Darlene on 2010-05-18 15:29 (Reply)

I've also been to the T-spark "draw" with promises of a "one-in-ten chance of winning" today. They got very abusive and threatened to have security called on me when I blew their scam to other "potential winners" present. They now operate under the company name of New Vision and cannot provide you with any details as to their contact details of the business: no ceo name, no telephone numbers, no physical address, no VAT reg number- nothing! I tried to take one of take one of the documents the expect you to fill like your income and address, but they just pulled it out of my hands. Was told to phone the number that they called me on if I had a problem. Unlucky for him I did have the number and called it in front of him: the call was answered because my cell phone shows the timer running for an accepted call, however there is a recording playing of a ringing tone: so if u don't realise that your call has been answered then u think that the number you called is just ringing, but in fact it is just a playback of a recorded tone!!! Here are details of my experience: Was told they received details from a raffle I played at Greenstone shopping mall (it was a R20 ticket I bought in December). I had to bring a partner, I was guaranteed a 1-in-10 chance of winning a T-spark car, dress formal, 28 Guildford Street, Midrand. Company: New Vision. Telephone: 087 805 2365. This is a scam that lures you under false pretences and thus difficult to prove without lots of other people complaining to the authorities. Because they operate without giving you any written material its almost impossible to implicate them in singularity, but in numbers we can stand against such scams and corruption! With RICA I suppose numbers can be traced and right persons identified. I am reporting the matter to the Organised Crime Unit. FED UP!

#308 Fed-Up! on 2010-05-15 21:25 (Reply)

I have just recieved the call! From Prosper this time though! What exciting news...I am either walking away with a new chery and if not then a Quad bike, ice machine or a holiday to Kenya for 2!! Couldnt think of anything better!!Yay!! Can't wait!! Entered a competion in Fourways last year this time apparently. (thats good to know!) but i will recieve a meal voucher for any restaurant in the Design Quarter. Thier offices are in Design Quarter, cnr leslie and willian nicole. 2nd floor room 216. They are called "interweb" and the draw is this wednesday 19th May at 6pm! Def going to cancel all my plan!!!Awaiting a phone call from Anna tomorrow! or if i have any questions i can call them on the typical number 0878052390! i have been with my insurance for the past year and a half and havent submitted anything recently! Must admit, when i can't even remeber entering a competion and it was entered over a year ago.. i think it is a bit dodgy! What a load of rubbish!! Thanks to all you guys and girls that set up this site!

#309 Sharon on 2010-05-17 14:56 (Reply)

bwahahahahaha! As I was reading this, I got the follow-up call from Anna! I also just said that I won't be able bring a partner any more and that was that ~ she put down the phone. Thanks goodness for not going through with it - some updates: They are indeed operating from Office 216, Design Quarter, c/o William Nicol and Leslie, Fourways. They are now operating as Interwave. They are now operating with number 087 805 2390. Thanks a bunch for the heads-up - almost delayed a very nice cocktail party for this bull.

#310 samuraibunny (Homepage) on 2010-05-19 13:53 (Reply)

Just got a call from Peter at Interwaves on number 0878052390. The story goa long teh lines of I have enterd a compitition at one of various supermarkets. pharmacy etc. I am one og the lucky winners of a 5 day holiday for 2 adult and 2 kids. I will receive the prize on Friday 21 May 2010 at 12:00 at Interwave's offices on teh corner of WIlliam Nichol Drive adn Lesley Avenue in Fourways. Were given a reference number wich I must produce along with a legal form of ID to claim. Kennith should call me tomorrow (20 May 2010) to formaly congratualte me and give me directions. Peter, the caller can be called on 087-805-2390

#311 Jamez on 2010-05-19 14:22 (Reply)

Haha, just got a call... didnt catch her name, but she called off 087 805 2390. Gave me ref number, come to the office (corner of William Nicol and Leslie)... the same crap as everyone else... when i told her i was out of town, she put down the phone! What a joke!!

#312 Chris on 2010-05-20 14:35 (Reply)

Yup, same story. Got a call today from the same number saying come in on Saturday the 22nd at 12, at the same address. Expecting a call tomorrow for directions... Thank you all so much for this blog. What a waste of time that would've been!!! Will have some fun when/if I get the call tomorrow...

#312.1 Anthony on 2010-05-20 18:13 (Reply)

Currently using the name HMS Communication/Household marketing Services 16th Road Midrand. Number 087 805 4355 Block J West

#312.2 Suzanne on 2010-05-20 21:28 (Reply)

Got the first call on 21/5/10 - same story as Jamez but I was given Reference # J 616 and told to go to UVONGO RIVER LODGE (KZN South Coast - near Margate) Got the follow up call from Kenneth today - checking that would be there. I asked if the prize had anything to do with Timeshare and he said yes but the prize was still mine. I said nasty things to him. LOOK OUT KZN SOUTH COAST PEOPLE - THEY ARE OPERATING HERE.

#312.3 Wendy on 2010-05-24 14:00 (Reply)

Yep. got the call, and this time its to Mnarani in Kenya, unfortunately i didnt win a Nissan Livina. Buggers even created a website for Mnarani(a Kenya website with a ".co.za" domain) I have to be at Monateng Safari Lodge 12:00 and wait 4 it... "it will only take 60min of my time". Not forgetin that i need a partner, im waitin for this woman to call me tomorrow for directions(I dare her to). Chancers. HAHAHAHAHA.

#312.4 Bongani on 2010-05-26 11:44 (Reply)

I just got the same call, "free lunch" "Bring your partner" win a Cherry QQ. What a joke.

#313 Scott on 2010-05-21 11:05 (Reply)

lol! Exactly what they told me aswell yesterday when they called me. The guy namely Prosper called to tell me i was lucky cause my name was drawn in a competition to win a jeep cherokee nogal. Told me I must bring my girlfriend or wife and must be dressed in semi casual. I was very confused at this stage because i didn't recall having entered a competition and was very unconvinced. It was then that he told me that i would not go home empty handed as i will either win a quad bike, a ice maker or a trip for two to kenya just by being there.this was obviously his attempt to make sure i show up at the so called "lucky jeep draw"

#314 julio on 2010-05-21 13:33 (Reply)

lol this is funny got the same call this morning from Gavin he said I won a 5 day vacation trip anywhere in south africa and was given reference no. I dont remember entering this competition was told to bring a patner along to corner of William Nicol and Leslie Design Quater 216 was told to call 087 805 2365 and company operating as New visions...Beware of scams thanks to this blog...

#315 Desire on 2010-05-25 12:29 (Reply)

Yooh this is funny got the same call last week friday from Gavin he said I won a 5 day vacation trip anywhere in south africa and was given reference no. I dont remember entering this competition was told to bring a patner along to corner of William Nicol and Leslie Design Quater 216 was told to call 087 805 2365 and company operating as interwave...Beware of scams thanks to this blog...

#316 shoni on 2010-05-31 11:18 (Reply)

This is still happening. They phoned me last week and again today (31 May 2010). I have to go for the final "draw" tomorrow at the Design Quarter in Fourways. At 18:00. They go under the name Interwaves now. I am supposedly in line to win a Jeep Cherokee, Quad Bike, Ice Maker (Why the F*** would anyone give away an Ice maker anyway),2 week holiday and a bunch of other crap.... So beware if you got a similar call unless you guys want to form a group and go demand compensation... I am sure that will make them crap their pants.

#317 Werner on 2010-05-31 15:45 (Reply)

Got the call today to win a chevy. must go there wednesday1 June at 12. I said I couldn't make it so she said she would speak to management and call me back. She hasn't called back. Her number was 0878052390.

#318 Natalie on 2010-05-31 16:34 (Reply)

They scammed us too, or at least tried to. I entered a competition long ago where the first prize was a Nissan Qash Qai and was also told this was all in aid of African Blessings - what a load of @#$#!!!! When she phoned me today to give me the details I asked her outright if this is timeshare and she said without flinching - No definitely not. Quite shocking how they continue to get away with such lies and deceit!!!

#319 Anon on 2010-06-01 17:40 (Reply)

They're using the name "New Vision" also. Got called a couple of days ago. Also tricked via the "charity" raffle.

#319.1 Craig on 2010-06-05 20:04 (Reply)

These guys are connected to http://www.africanblessings.co.za/index.html which seems to be a charity - busy checking this out. If they're aware of the scam, they need to be shut down - if not, we need to inform them.

#319.2 Craig on 2010-06-05 20:25 (Reply)

Thank goodness for the internet and to all of you who posted your comments!!! I got a call 5 June 2010 around 1pm saying that i was a semi finalist to win a Cherry car, but there were also quad bikes, ice makers and getaways as well. The lady who called was Precious and the cell no was 087 805 2390. I was asked to come to 2nd Floor, Block 216, design Quarter 4pm Tues 8 June 2010. My ref no was J452. She even used the same line "Oh if you win the car will you take me for the 1st drive"- HA what a load of absolute crap!!! Kenneth is supposedly calling me on Monday and boy will he be getting an earful!

#319.3 Camilla on 2010-06-06 09:52 (Reply)

Just got the same call and the same story and to be there on Saturday morning 10am with my spouse; incredible after so many people knowing of their scam and complaining about them they are still doing it and getting away with it!! How do we stop them from taking money from innocent people who are gullible enough to fall for their crap! Especially when we know they are doing it!

#320 Kerry on 2010-06-03 15:42 (Reply)

I just got the call from 0877009300. I was told the manager's name was Nash Manatsi. Here is a news article about the scam: http://www.iol.co.za/general/other/lol_container.php?click_id=3027&art_id=vn20081208054529320C763789&set_id=1

#321 Joe on 2010-06-04 14:51 (Reply)

Well, I just had Shireen call me - apparently the competition was sms, phone or mail win a car - i'm sure she mentioned something about tv as well, but can't truly recall, cause i was trying to figure out why the hell, when i have a huge family, i would want to enter a competition for a chery qq. We got cut off a few times, so i'm not too sure whether or not i'm supposed to go with my partner (who i don't have) to midrand (when i'm in kzn) just for a quick hour - of crap. Thank you all - now i'm just annoyed. Oh, and today they are World Connect.

#321.1 Jess on 2010-06-08 10:59 (Reply)

Same story. It seems that there is no punishment for these people. There are more than 320 comments on this topic. Why don't we meet at this place together and take it and them apart? Love and peace and a bit of privacy.

#322 Len on 2010-06-09 11:47 (Reply)

Same thing! Ben at 0878052390. Prize draw in 11 June 2010 at 10:00 at the Design Quarter.

#323 Dana on 2010-06-09 14:35 (Reply)

Just received a call from Martin (079 639 8362) from ‘Unique Connections’ who indicated that I have been selected to attend a draw for a Nissan Livina at the Monateng Safari Lodge just off the Zambezi off-ramp in Pretoria. I recall entering this competition at the Grove shopping centre in Equestria for R10 and that R5 of the entry would be donated to charity. When I received the call I immediately became suspicious when he insisted that I bring my wife. After a quick search I found this site which clearly indicates that this is a timeshare scam and that there is no chance of winning a car. I will be lodging a complaint with the Grove shopping centre as I have subsequently seen the same people exhibiting there, without any indication that the competition is related to timeshare sales. Shopping centres need to take more responsibility about who they allow to exhibit and what these people are exhibiting.

#324 Justin on 2010-06-10 11:46 (Reply)

I got a call yesterday from Clermont - 087 805 2390 telling me that I entered a competition last year and that I am in the draw to win a car - whoo-whoo!!!! The more I told him that I don’t remember entering he carried on. He told me I will not walk away empty handed and if I do not win the car I will definitely win a Quad bike or 5 day holiday or a generator – PROMISE!! He then told me that I must bring my husband, ID and valid driver’s license AND DON’T FORGET YOUR REFERENCE NUMBER!!! Before ending the call he said that ANNA - 076 375 8026 will phone me the next day (today) and she did. I kept on asking her what the company’s name is and she kept on telling me Design Quarter..... but I have done my homework and Design Quarter is a complex. She then just said it is number 216 on the second floor, getting frustrated with all my questions. I phoned both the numbers later on, his was answered by someone else and Anna did not answer at all.

#325 CZ on 2010-06-15 15:50 (Reply)

They just called me, a guy by the name of Adrian said that I had entered a competion on the 7th of January for a Holiday away and that I smsd the word holiday ad the correct answer - I couldn't remember anyways he said that I have won a runner up prize of a 5 star holiday for 4 people. He also said I must be at 28 Guilford rd. VIP Offices this Saturday either at 9am or 1pm and 3 meals will be served so I must come hungry... He gave me a reference number of J461 and a tel. number of 087 605 2365. A lady by the name of Linda will be contacting me tomorrow regarding confirmation - when she calls I will give her a piece of my mind.

#326 Samantha on 2010-06-17 11:36 (Reply)

Same thing happened to me. Here is the number they used 087 805 2390 - ANNA!

#327 Eben on 2010-06-17 13:55 (Reply)

I got the call today from Devine. I need to be there at 10am this Saturday 19th June 2010. I bought a new car a week ago and did apply for insurance. Thank you for taking the time to start this page. It surely helped me.

#328 Rika on 2010-06-17 17:23 (Reply)

It is no use having Pages and pages of complaints. how can we stop them sue them or something. I need to travel almost 400km for a scam and my wife had to put in leave. Fortunatly I found out before I went to the Venue on the Cnr William Nicole and Lesley str on Friday the 18th JUNE 2010 AT 14HOO HOURS WE Must stop these fraudsters" HELP 'The lady That called Samantha at Inter Waves Cell 087 805 2390

#329 Albery on 2010-06-17 18:27 (Reply)

I got the call on 14/06/10. They first used a guy to asked general questions like how is the policing in our area, which shops do I prefer to go shopping at, which cellular company do I prefer etc. After his call Tracey (084 984 8988) called saying that because of the previous call I was selected in winning a 4-5 day Vacation voucher either in Jamaica or Hawaii which is worth R20 000.00 each. I also stand a chance of winning R50 000.00 CASH or a R75 000.00 kitchen make over. She then gave me the adress namely Oxford Building, Oxford Street, Durbanville. I didn't go cause it seemed strange because i didn't fill in anything & the guy asked general questions. She called again today asking if I could maybe com on Sunday 20/05/2010 & I asked her if she is selling anything & if this prise is for real & she said YES. lol that's when i decided to Google them & came across this page. Somebody needs to teach them a lesson!

#330 Moray on 2010-06-18 15:00 (Reply)

Same story applies to me, a lady called "Sheila" called me telling me i was a runner up in a competition i dont even remeber. She was very intent on me collecting my prize of a 5 day getaway as soon as possible. I was given a reference number J20010 and the address for where i should claim the "prize". I googled it and came across this site, thank u guys for the heads up

#331 Gugu on 2010-06-18 15:31 (Reply)

I got a call from a lady called beauty saying she is from new visions saying i entered a competion last year November for a nissan whatever whatever and i didnt win that car however not to be sad cos i won a second price which is a 5day holiday destination of my choice for 4people and i should come to a price giving on sat in 28Guildford road carlswald are midrand.She also gave me a ref number j692 and a tel number 087 805 2365 incase i get lost.She asked me to bring my partner with,confirmed my name and asked if i had a second name,asked for my partners numbers incase they cant get ahold of me..do we live together or are we just in a relationhsip?i got swayed in their skeem cos i was sure that if its a scam,y didnt they ask for my acc numbers and id numbers and so on..however she (beauty) said a lindi Cambell will call me to give me directions..then she did today and she asked me from where are we coming from,i said from the east of jhb and she said she will call me back to tell me where i should get off from germiston taxis..til now she hasnt called me hense i decided to google this address to see its validation and to my surprise..dissapointed of loosing a holiday destination,its a scam..But i thnak God for my safety and this website.. thank u guys!!

#332 Pulane on 2010-06-18 15:47 (Reply)

I recently submitted info for insurance quotes on hippo.co.za. One week later I get the call from Interways with all the usual suspects names been mentioned. I think they might definately be getting their info from there.

#333 Jodi on 2010-06-18 16:17 (Reply)

Hi, I have just received the call from Michael from the number: 087 805 2350 and the company "New Vision" and was told that I won a Vacation to any place in SA as a runner up prize in a charity competition and have to come with my wife/gilfriend to pick the place... He gave me the address Guildford Road, 2nd Premises number 28. He left me the following numbers if I have any queries 078 474 0698 and 087 805 2365 and gave me a refferance number J570... And guess what happened when I google a few phrases...EPIC FAIl... Now I am waiting for that call on Monday. Anyway thanks for this website.

#334 André on 2010-06-18 17:33 (Reply)

Got a call from Thandi this morning congratulating me & my wife, saying it is guaranteed that I have won one of the prizes on the list - all I have to do is to come and collect it tomorrow @18H00 and I'll be asked to spin a wheel which will confirm the prize. Furthure more I should bring my wife along because they will need her signature if I win a car. Thanks I did my internet seach for direction & map to the site only to find this scam.

#335 Rhuli on 2010-06-21 14:56 (Reply)

I was contacted today 2010-06-21 and got told a very similar story except i am in the market for a jeep and got an insurance quote about 2 weeks ago for my jeep. ironically i had "been selected as a finalist for a JEEP" i was then told no one leaves empty handed and that if i have a partner the invite is extended to her as well. the lady by the name of charity called by number 0878052390 and followed the exact same steps regarding the events co ordinator would call me tommorrow etc. the company name today was INTERWAYS and was told to go to SHOP 216 2nd floor design quarters in fourways. thank you for letting me read this as i can also make others aware of this SCAM too. hope this helps someone else.

#336 Michael on 2010-06-21 21:47 (Reply)

Got the call this morning. So sad - got so happy....and then I realised that I never win anything, including this. Details: InterWaves, cnr Leslie and William Nicol Phone number: 0878052390 The meeting is 24 June, 2pm, if anybody's keen to go gatecrash. I don't have time for this stuff. Has anybody ever won anything with this stuff?

#337 Nadia on 2010-06-22 11:28 (Reply)

Was called yesterday by Sam. Usual story. Was called by Kenneth today for the 12 noon draw tomorrow. Asked him what he was selling and he said nothing it was just the draw and why would I enter a competition to win a car if I didn't want to come and stand a short-listed chance to win one. I got them to fax me details. Company is Slimstar Communications cc t/a Inter Waves Reg no. 2006/007035/23 Vat No. 4790227005. Despite being told there was no sales pitch the fax clearly states that a 60 minute presentation has to be attended, spouse included. Tel number of 071 583 9649 was given as well as the 0861 number. Thanks for the heads up. Load a load of codswallop!

#338 Sandy on 2010-06-25 16:07 (Reply)

wow these scammers, Im trying to record their conversation and use it against them in a court. The draw is today in Midrand at 2pm and they will so see me being so violent.

#338.1 Nat on 2010-07-02 11:08 (Reply)

Hi I have been Contacted as well and told that i had entered a competition to win a Nissan Car, however some lady won the car and as a consolation i have been awarded a holiday trip for me and my partner. Below is a word document with the direction details of the place as i'm supposed to attend the price giveaway. New Vision Reg No 2008/006137/23 Vat No. 4180245369 Congratulations Name Mr I Kholofelo Congratulations on having been selected and do enjoy your prize! Please remember that in order to receive your prize both you and your spouse must attend the holiday promotion together. A meal voucher for two people will be provided. Date9/06/2010 Time 18h00 Ref noJ724 Your attendance of the proceedings means that you will be awarded the selected prize at the event. • 5 day midweek breakaway. Accommodation fully paid Should you have any queries or require any further information, please don’t hesitate to contact us on:087 805 2365 Directions From Johannesburg Take the N1 South Roodepoort,past Revonia,take the William Nicol offramp,turn right at the robot, carry on over highway, pass another set of robots, next robot, turn right into Leslie road ,thereafter ;turn left into Nichol Grove Office Park, follow office park directions to the Design Quarter; Office 216,2nd floor Design Quarter. From Pretoria Take the N1/M1 to Johannesburg; at the Buccleuch interchange follow through on the N1 South Roodepoort .Follow directions as above. Venue:- Terra Firma (Fourways) Office 216 2nd Floor Design Quarter Nicole Grove Email from :Precious Mthembu [pmthembu60@gmail.com] They are not even using their company email, how's that for chancer's?

#339 Kholofelo on 2010-06-28 14:03 (Reply)

Oh look, Precious, one of their employees has a Facebook account: http://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100000652797861A

#339.1 Stalker on 2010-07-02 14:05 (Reply)

Oh I've been entered into the pool to win a Jeep Cherokee? Really? Well Ben, I guess you weren't banking on me being in CAPE TOWN. But surely in usual 'country wide' draws location doesn't matter unless specified that you must be present for the draw. Sorry can't be on the corner of William Nichol and Leslie drive in Four Ways - yes folks - Design Quarter, 2nd Floor ... oh but apparently a representative can go for me. Really - well in that case... But it must be your husband or boyfriend - whahahaha sorry what a load of bull. a) I never win anything b) when I called back, regarding representative, the person who answered the phone sounded 'nervous and distracted' ... I asked her about this and she proceeded to become more flustered. c) a funny moment: it WAS amusing asking three jo'burg hooligans (friends of mine) to pose as significant others while sniggering at the fact that it was most likely 110% certain to be a scam. d) did I mention I never win anything?! The annoyance is I DID enter something quite a while back. Fortunately I'm a cynic from the word go with this sort of thing. What do they get out of this? Other than some irate people?! I haven't even applied for any form of insurance?! There MUST be something legal one can do about this. It is, in essence, fraud.

#340 Chloe on 2010-07-01 09:21 (Reply)

I was contacted on the 1st July 2010 and got told that I'm a draw for a Jeep Cherokee as I entered in an sms competition!! I have sent sms before and was not sure.. I also purchased a hospital plan from ABSA recently. I was then told no one leaves empty handed and that if i have a partner the invite is extended to him as well. The man by the name of PHILIP called from number 0878052390 and followed the exact same steps regarding the "events co-ordinator would call me tommorrow" etc. The company name today was INTERWAYS and a lady named ANNA called me the next day from number 0763758026. I was told to go to SHOP 216 2nd floor Design Quarters c/o William Nicol & Lesley avenue in Fourways on Friday, 2 July 2010 at 12h00. Thank goodness I decided to 'google' this and found your blog!!! Guess I will not be there! Is ther nothing that can be done about these people??? I noticed your blog has been running for 2 years already and neither of the cellphone numbers have changed...

#341 Ella on 2010-07-02 07:41 (Reply)

I received a call this morning (Friday 2 July 2010) from a man, cell number 087 805 2390, who told me I was to be in the final draw for a Chery (or a Chevy?) on TUES 6 July at Monte Casino. When I told him I didn't remember entering the draw (I never enter competitions btw) and that I live in Cape Town, he said he needed to "check" with his manager and get back to me. I doubt they will bother getting back to me but boy I sure hope they do, I am ready to kak someone out today lol. To all you JHB people, why don't you all pitch up to the next meeting and rip these douchebags a new one? It would be classic :)

#342 Greg on 2010-07-02 13:54 (Reply)

Just got called too. I suggest everybody save the numbers that the "event coordinators" call from... then the next time anybody calls, ask them to call back at that number instead... or say "I can't talk now but please call my wife Anna as soon as you can on 0763758026" Get them calling eachother! ;-)

#342.1 Nick on 2010-07-06 17:27 (Reply)

Baie dankie vir al die terugvoer. Kan nie glo dat Anna al twee jaar vir die Scam maatskappy werk nie. Was ook vanoggend oppad Fourways toe, al die pad vanaf Pretoria. Gelukkig het ek besluit om eers te gaan google terwyl die Springbokke teen Nieu Zeeland speel. Ek stem, speel saam en daag net nie op nie! Dit sal ook interessant wees as Carte Blanche wel 'n bietjie speurwerk kan doen. Wonder ook of iemand al die voertuig gewen het. Weereens dankie vir al die inskrywings! Dit het my baie tyd en moeite bespaar.

#342.2 Suzette Gous (Homepage) on 2010-07-10 10:35 (Reply)

I have also just received a call to attend a presentation on Wednesday 7th July in Fourways. "Win a Chery" draw. All the same information as above Interwaves - Slimstar Communications cc. t/a Inter Waves. Thanks for this site. You have prevented me from wasting a lot of time and travel.

#343 Michelle on 2010-07-05 13:44 (Reply)

same thing happened to me this morning.....8/7/2010

#343.1 BONGI on 2010-07-08 15:39 (Reply)

Just received a call and when I told the guy that I am from the Eastern Cape, he told me he will have to check with management and phone me back. I phoned the 0878052390 number to get the company name and was given Interwaves marketing. Googled it and got onto your blog. I apparently won a Chery QQ. The scary thing is that I entered a competition for a Chery and if it was not for my built in Bullsh1t meter, I could have been scammed if I stayed in JHB or PTA!

#344 Not to be scammed on 2010-07-06 11:31 (Reply)

I have just recieved the same call today, all the same details given, i was told that someone will contact me tomorrow to confirm address.... cant wait for the call got something installed for them! thanks for this website...a very good warning!

#345 Terance on 2010-07-06 14:47 (Reply)

Got the same call. Apparantly I filled in a form somewhere in claremont, even though I haven't been to claremont in about 2 years. Got congratulated and was given instructions to the venue for the prizegiving. The supervisor also congratulated me. They send me a fax from 021 446 3300 - the same number mentioned above. They are now called Call-Exec I didn't go to the prizegiving, but I think I should phone and tell them I'll be coming to their offices to collect my prize. Incidentally a quick Google later, the address associated with the number is for a company called Executive Research: Floor 10 Strand Twrs 66 Strand St Central Cape Town 8001 Tel : (021) 446-3300 Fax : (021) 421-1908 Cell : 083 679-0795 Email : capmark@tiscali.co.za http://www.brabys.co.za/search-InfoKey.asp?region=2&town=-1&ref=5802830&adType=50&companytitle=Executive%20Research&ht=1

#346 Ryan on 2010-07-08 14:31 (Reply)

Hey, thank heavens for this website. A guy by the name of Brian, tel No 0878052350 phoned me this morning telling me that the car competition I entered has closed and I was one of the runner ups. I have won a holiday accomodation to the value of up to R12,000 for me ,my spouse and 2 young children. Am supposed to collect my vouchers this sat. he gave me a ref number as well. Yesterday I had applied for medical aid insurance quotes...

#347 Bongi on 2010-07-08 15:30 (Reply)

I was contacted yesterday by a guy called Sam from Interwave, and got told that I'm a draw for a Chery and I need to be at Fourways Mall on Friday 9 July 2010 at 10:00, that I need to come dressed smart casual and I need to take my partner with me for a photo in case I win the car. He gave me a number to call him back on 087 805 2390, and even gave me a reference number!! He told me his event manager Kenny would call me today - which he did to confirm that I was attending - so just told him that I stay in Cape Town so I couldn't have entered their supposed draw! Something didn't sit right with me so luckily i 'googled' it and found this website! Thanks!

#348 Genevieve Roux on 2010-07-08 15:41 (Reply)

I also received a call yesterday with the same info... draw is on Saturday 17 July at 10 in Design quarters in Fourways... Pathetic bunch of people who needs to be stopped! The dude who will phone you the day after is named Kenneth. The 2 numbers they gave me: 087 805 2390; 071 583 9649.

#349 Karen on 2010-07-09 09:58 (Reply)

Hi I just received a call from these guys, a guy called Prosper. Same story, same cell number (087 805 2390) and even same address 216 Design Quarter, i've entered a few sms competitions but realised he was lying after a few minutes. Googled Interwaves the minute i put the phone down and have saved myself some precious weekend time! Thanks for the site.

#350 Marco on 2010-07-09 12:11 (Reply)

I have just been contacted by this same lot (thank goodness for a quick google check). I was contacted by Phillip, cell number 087 805 2390. He supplied the following info: Company name: Interwave Company website: www.ourwinners.co.za Room 216, 2nd Floor Design Quarter I really hate this lot and their underhanded approach to marketing. If their product was any good they would be able to sell it on it's merits.

#351 Doug on 2010-07-12 13:59 (Reply)

I got a same call today 12/07/10 for the gut called Johann.He saif I entered the competion in February and my name was drawn to win a car.I played along but thanks guys,I did not think of a scam.

#352 Mador on 2010-07-12 15:07 (Reply)

I got a call today from BEAUTY, who said that I won a holiday for four and told me to go to: 26 Guildford Road, Calswald, Midrand. I got a call on my cellphone after I had just updated my cellphone number with 1 life direct. are they selling our numbers?

#353 Lesley-Anne Israel on 2010-07-14 13:12 (Reply)

Just got called today - also from 087 805 2390. 'Interwave' for a Cherry. What rubbish! The scary thing is that it must be working. Why else after 2 years would they still be at it?

#354 Brad on 2010-07-20 10:30 (Reply)

Just got a call today from Kelvin (087 805 2390) representing Interwave at Design Quarter, and surprise surprise I'm the 3rd person to be selected for the draw on Saturday. He mentioned that if I win I will be photographed for advertising purposes. So I assured him I would not wear my pjamas in that case. He asked if I would take him for a spin in the car if I won, and I said only if he doesn't mind doing corners on 2 wheels. Needless to say I will not be going. Interesting though, he did have my surname. I wonder where he got my information. Apparently Anna will be phoning me tomorrow to give me directions :)

#354.1 Christina on 2010-08-05 13:50 (Reply)

How do they get our information and what kinda scam is this, what do they get from this? im really confused

#354.2 NANA on 2010-08-24 12:58 (Reply)

Well yes it is still going and going, today 3/08/2010 Called by World Connect tel: 087 805365. We were promised a dinner even for the kids, to win a chevy spark, generator, quad bike, ice maker and a holiday if our names were drawn. 28 Guildford road, midrand. Thami. What made me suspicious was the fact that she asked me if we both were employed.

#355 Rudi on 2010-08-03 13:14 (Reply)

HI I received the call yesterday from Ben and was told to expect a call fom Anna. As above, the company is called Interwave - tel number 0878052390. Thanks for the heads up!

#356 Shivz on 2010-08-05 14:38 (Reply)

I have just been phoned by Phillip from 0878052390 regarding some competition I apparently entered for a car. When I said I didn't recall entering the competition he put down the phone? Would be interested to know they end up scamming people!?

#357 George on 2010-08-11 11:49 (Reply)

Even myself i was phoned by someone yesterday gave a ref number.He said i must come at 14h00 or 16h00 on the 25/08/10.Their number is 0878052350.Ref no won one of=1.Quad bike 2.Holiday 3.GPS 4.Generator Free meal plus you will be entered to a car draw Cherry.How true is it?I am a competitions man but i dont remember this one. I stay in Rabie-Ridge and i dont know how they know me.

#357.1 M L Mashishi (Homepage) on 2010-08-24 21:28 (Reply)

I was called by a lady yesterday, I supposedly sms'd and now my number is in the draw to win a car...When I told my boyfriend about this, he just laughed and assured me it was a scam. I thought I'd google them anyway, this site popped up. I'm supposed to be going there tomorrow, guess what, I'll be at work, I suggest you also do the same.

#358 Hopewell on 2010-08-19 12:59 (Reply)

Got the call from Divine today - phone number 0878052390 and Anna was the event coordinator with number 0763758026. Found it weird that it was to be a quick thing - start at 16:00 and had to be on your way again at 17:00 'cause they just want to make it a quick fun thing' - Silly me did get excited as I did recall some competition, but then I did some investigoogling and it's quite shocking to see that the pests have been at it since 2008! will think of something clever to tell Anna if she does phone me tomorrow...

#359 Liesel on 2010-08-24 11:11 (Reply)

Also just got phoned by Kenneth 0878052390 Copany Interwave Suppose to be at Design Quater in Fourways Thursday at 12:00 Thanks for the Headsup

#360 Sean on 2010-08-24 13:05 (Reply)

same thing has happened to me. I received a call from Anna (087 805 2390) telling me i have been shortlisted to win a cherry qq and the draw is taking place tom at cnr william nicol and leslie at 2pm. luckily I found this site before i wasted my time tomorrow, so thank you to everyone!

#361 Kathy on 2010-08-30 13:32 (Reply)

I continually get calls from these guys (roughly every 3 months). Them and the Holiday Club I think it is. Every 3 months they phone 1 week apart from each other... Anyways, I usually just tell them to expect my there, no problem, I'm so excited :-)... then don't pitch up... At least it stops some other guy from getting nailed, 1 empty seat is better than a full one... They phone them the next day and I tell them I was ill/my cat died/work commitments and they give me a second chance which I obviously take ;-)!

#362 KN on 2010-08-30 14:12 (Reply)

I got the call yesterday and was told I had entered the competition at Cresta Mall and was given a REF J756.Dont know how they got my name n surname. Havent signed up for any insurance. the only thing i remember doing is joining up for gym at virgin active Cresta, could someone be selling our details?

#363 ric on 2010-08-31 09:19 (Reply)

Mr. Maxwell at phone no 087 805 2365 phoned me today saying i am one of the lucky few to go through for the car or one of their prizes on www.winners.co.za I must bring my wife through, driver’s license and proof in the form of ID that I am who I say I am. He gives you a reference number. The place is at Midrand near Voda World. Previously an insurance company phoned in connection with life cover which I told them no. This type of marketing is below the belt. Time share can only be sold this way because it sucks. I was with Flexi Club and I contacted Shiebert and associates in CT they cancelled my time share because Flexi Club. Lie to you, take you for a ride and don’t fulfill their promises. You can do the same

#364 Gavin on 2010-08-31 10:39 (Reply)

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