2006-07-03 03:41:37 · 12 answers · asked by patriots 1 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Buying & Selling
No it is not illegal to sell a car with a defect. If the car is unsafe, you may have a liability issue if you fail to disclose the problem, but you can sell it.
If you knowingly allow someone to drive the vehicle and the brakes do not work, you are putting people in danger. You could be held liable for the damages caused.
If by "bad brakes" you meant the brakes are worn, and should be replaced, but they do stop the vehicle safely, there is no legal issue there.
Some states require that a safety inspection be done, before a car is sold. Some do not require any inspections, and some have annual inspections.
You should always have a used car checked by your qualified mechanic before purchase. If you buy from a private individual, the sale is as-is. A dealer may or may not offer a warranty. Either way, it is worth the expense of having the pre purchase inspection done!
2006-07-03 03:52:25 · answer #1 · answered by fire4511 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
It isnt illegal, but is it right? If you know about the brakes, then out of safetys sake, please tell the buyer of what is wrong. How would you feel if you bought the car not knowing about bad brakes and then having an accident later. Someone or yourself could be hurt.
2006-07-03 03:46:51 · answer #2 · answered by mailbox1024 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It is only illegal to sell something that is bad when you do not inform the customer.
If you have an ad that says " great car, blah blah, but it needs brakes " then you have no problems.
But list it like "great car, blah blah, new brakes". Now if you know they are not new yet you state they are....this is fraud.
And since a car is over $500 this would be felony fraud.
2006-07-03 03:48:25 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
as long as you tell potential buyers the brakes are bad it's up to them if they want to buy it anyway. also, just to be safe you should tell them it has to be towed and not driven off your property. what they do with it after that is their problem. lots of people buy cars that don't run at all so i don't think it would be illegal as long as they're aware of the problem.
2006-07-03 03:47:37 · answer #4 · answered by jbslass 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'm sure laws vary from state to state, but I think it's OK as long as you disclose there is a problem with the brakes.
2006-07-03 03:45:35 · answer #5 · answered by Christina D 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I don't know if it's illegal, but if you don't tell the buyer about the bad brakes before they buy, it's certainly dishonest.
2006-07-03 03:45:30 · answer #6 · answered by Dr. Quest 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Not as long as you tell all potential buyers the problems with the brakes.
2006-07-03 03:45:18 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2016-11-30 05:05:09 · answer #8 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
if u tell the seller there aer bad brakes thean no, but if you keep it a secret then ur in trouble
2006-07-03 03:44:42 · answer #9 · answered by roxxymuffin825 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i"ll go with roxxymuffin! be honest to the buyer to avoid the trouble and accident that will cause you of feeling of guilt.
2006-07-03 04:03:26 · answer #10 · answered by shih 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋