I have a bought a car from someone few days ago and she told me that there's no problem with the car; so I didn't take it to a mechanic to inspect; took her words. But after 3 days I took it to a mechanic and mechanic told me that this car needs lots of replacement/fix and will cost me $800. I asked the seller to take the car back and give back the money, but she said she's not responsible for anything now. What to do? We both signed the title and a Bill of Sale form. On the bill of sale, it says that "there is no guarantee or warranty, expressed or implied, with respect to the above-described property. It is also understood that this vehicle is sold in "as is" condition." WHAT TO DO...?? CAN I TAKE THIS TO COURT..????? WOULD I WIN..??
2006-06-20 09:23:31 · 8 answers · asked by youmine2000 1 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Buying & Selling
Anything I can do now...????? Can i see a Lawyer..??
2006-06-20 09:55:37 · update #1
BUT HOW...??? IT SAYS 'AS IS'.. And the seller didn't know there was any problem, the car runs good.
2006-06-21 03:38:42 · update #2
No, if you were worried about it, you should have taken it in. This Country is so consumed by suing people!!! It's ridiculous, she gave you the option to take it to a mechanic, you didn't. She sold the car as is...why is that her fault? It's not like you went to a reputable company...
2006-06-20 09:29:35 · answer #1 · answered by lilmiss 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Beauty is in the eye of the beholder. Private party transactions are not covered by any warranty implied or not. If the car was 4,000 and it needs 800 to be fixed than you really are paying 4800 for the car. You failed the simple test of car sales. Never believe the seller. They only want to get rid of the car. Secondly depending on what is wrong with the car, she may or may not have known it needed. You are on your own now, having learned a valuable lesson.
2006-06-20 16:41:34 · answer #2 · answered by yes_its_me 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
You are stuck. Caveat Emptor (buyer beware). You signed an agreement that specifically states no warranty expressed or implied and the vehicle is "as is".
Consider this a learning experience and get the next vehicle inspected by a certified mechanic prior to purchase.
2006-06-20 16:40:42 · answer #3 · answered by mykidsRmylife 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
In VA we have a lemon law. within a certain amount of time they are required to fix it or they have to take it back.
It is against the law to lie about car's damages.
I signed an "as is" contract too but a lemon is a lemon.
However a lemon is a car that will no longer run or has severe safety hazards and other severe problems. Look into it I am sure you will win.
I bought a camry from a used car lot and within one week the engine blew. I told the guy what happened and although no one likes to take responsability for it law is law, threaten them with a suit and they will fix it, i paid 65 for towing he paid 2,000 for a new engine :)
2006-06-26 20:55:38 · answer #4 · answered by Nikki D 1 · 0⤊ 1⤋
If you have a lemon law in your state, than you can bring the car back within that time period. Check local law.
Also, you may have a case if your state law requires a seller's disclosure - which means she is required by law to describe in detail all issues/flaws/conditions with the car.
Next time - get a mechanic to look at the car.
2006-06-20 16:28:30 · answer #5 · answered by Muskratbyte 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Yes you can take it to court because even though you signed the paperwork, they are still obligated to help you during 30 days after sale, just like the car dealerships...
2006-06-20 17:08:41 · answer #6 · answered by 4man 1 · 1⤊ 1⤋
If you have the $800 and you really want the car, fix it. Or do what I would do, sell the car to a dumb person for more than what you bought for.
2006-06-20 16:41:43 · answer #7 · answered by boboluv06@sbcglobal.net 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
If your under 18 and your parents didn't sign you can get your money back..
Other than that you'll have to eat it and take it for a lesson learned
2006-06-20 16:27:40 · answer #8 · answered by Vulcan 1 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋