That was what I was picking up on. I'm sure the "THIRD PARTY" would be someone who would offer to overpay the buyer with a fraudulent instrument like a bank draft, and ask the buyer to refund the difference less some "convenience fee" or other show of feigned generosity.

Damn thieves! I recently read about a new twist on Nigerian scams where they prey upon lonely singles on dating websites and develop relationships via e-mail for the sole purpose of eventually asking for money. Unfortunately there are enough suckers out there for it to be profitable.