what can i do about a auto dealer that sold me a car that was wrecked but sold it to me as certified?

Answer 1

"Certified" means nothing! Each dealer can have their own certification program, with their own qualifications. I could list basic items like good tires, brakes, and exhaust, and call that my certification requirements.

Was this a franchised dealer, or an independent business? Did they list the thinks they checked, to call the car certified, or did they just say it was a certified used car? Unless they did the repairs on the car, they do not have to disclose prior damage on a used vehicle, unless there is a salvage title!

Look at your paperwork and see what certified really means in your case. If the dealer said that there had been no body damage, you may have a case, otherwise you should have had the car checked out prior to purchase!

Answer 2

you should see a lawyer. years ago i purchased a car that turned out to be a clip[front half and back half were 2 different cars] it was not sold as certified, in fact the dealer did not know that it was ever in a wreck [the repair really was that good] i spotted it after the purchase only because i had done that kind of work myself, anyway i kept the car and drove it 280k miles
at best you will get your money back or a different car of equal value
at worst you may have to go to court to prove your case
either way i suspect you will win[save for loss of time and lawyer payments]

Answer 3

Better business bureau,Give them a call I work at a car dealer.

Answer 4

sue them.