It has been 4 months since my purchase of an AS IS truck. It has a blown motor and an estimated $1200 to repair. No warranty, and I know Im out of luck. What I would like is some help of what things I can do or say to get the dealer to help with fees. GOODWILL? or is there any recission laws that can help me? The motor only had 65k miles and is a 98' mechanic is giving a statement that it has been worked on extensivly and has a lot of aftermarket parts. Not a lemon, and carfax was not done. I know Im screwed but Im looking for a "professional" way to approach the dealer for help. Anyone have any smart suggestions?
2006-07-09 18:46:27 · 3 answers · asked by mckyrules 2 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Buying & Selling
Bought at a dealership, financed with 1800 down 3 yr contract
2006-07-09 18:55:26 · update #1
mechanics statement is from my mechanic NOW as he is tearing down motor to give diagnosis...not from the dealers mechanic at time of purchase
2006-07-10 08:22:26 · update #2
First of all ; you should have run the Carfax report before u bought. The dealer is not obligated to do so, although many do. Also, Carfax reports, although they do give alot of useful info, it doesn't really tell u about mechanical issues.
Secondly; the mechanics statement, again your responsibility, before you bought. I would have been suspect of a vehicle with only 65k miles, being sold "as is , no warranty" And you should have had it looked at by your own independent source
Thirdly; You probably got a really good price on it , if it was sold to you " as is" That usually means that it is gonna need work
That being said....four months later....My best advice to you is to go back to the same dealer, and explain that the vehicle has some problems that you are not prepared to deal with..And that you would appreciate it if he would re- appraise it now..as is...for TRADE IN value.......Then trade it in to him.....
You probably will have a negative balance to roll into your new loan , but that might be better than shelling out for repair bills now.
Remember...He did nothing wrong in the first place..You did not research your purchase
He doesn't want an unhappy customer. On the contrary.. He wants to sell you another car ....and hopefully you will take my previous points of advice on your next purchase
Remember If you walk in with an attitude he will respond with same.....That's human nature... Good Luck!
2006-07-10 05:56:53 · answer #1 · answered by Vicky 7 · 1⤊ 1⤋
First of all, did ou buy it from a dealer or a person?
Talk to an attorney. YOu might be able to sell the truck for parts.
But if by chance, the mechanic did something wrong, even accidetnally, he/she should be made to replace the engine. You could donate the truck or car, to a charity, such as Megan's Law, Good Will, Salvation Army.
2006-07-10 01:52:24 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
More than likely you are outta luck. If you financed with the dealer, buy here pay here you can work something out on the repair. If it was financed thur a bank or finance company you are pro bally out of luck. I would ask them if they would help pay half or something like that on the repair. If they don't and you can't afford to fix I would park in front of the deal ship everyday with a sign on it saying what happened to you at the dealer and how much they helped you.
2006-07-10 02:28:14 · answer #3 · answered by calikid79 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋