bought a used car from a private owner he said there was nothing major wrong with it now I get home and the motor is blown, is there any protection for this type of issue from
the state of va what can a person thats been deceived in this way do, what are my recourses
2007-01-18 02:06:33 · 9 answers · asked by bandita100 1 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Buying & Selling
Other then going back to the original owner and seeing if he will refund your friend and he give the car back, there is nothing your friend can do. Most cars are sold 'as is' and that is a risk you take. Most people are decent though and I'd hope this fellow would be and would refund your friend. If not... a costly lesson well learned.
2007-01-18 02:10:40 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
The problem that you face here is the fact that you didn't get it in writing that there was nothing major wrong. Next time, if the seller is confident that there is nothing wrong with the vehicle that they are selling, then they will sign a contract that states that you have 24-48 hours from the time that the vehicle is paid for to the time that you would have to return if something major does go wrong. Secondly, NEVER BUY A USED VEHICLE FROM ANYONE WITHOUT GETTING A CARFAX AND AN INSPECTION BY YOUR MECHANIC. They can find things that could be wrong, even if the owner doesn't want to disclose.
2007-01-18 02:15:18 · answer #2 · answered by protruckdriver71 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
unfortunately there is nothing she can do, when it comes to things like that its as is, he lied yeah to get rid of it and make a profit, she should have given it a test drive before she bought it, small claims court won't even take it because it was bought from a private owner, all she can really do is either sell the parts or junk it, they do give you some money for that, its called buyer beware, its best that she takes it as a life lesson and is more careful for now on, sorry that this happened to her
2007-01-18 02:22:31 · answer #3 · answered by sarah 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Talk to the states attorney office. But i really believe if you bought the car from a private owner then the only thing you can do is talk them to small claims court.
2007-01-18 02:12:20 · answer #4 · answered by bigb62960 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If its sold "as-is" you just have to learn from your mistakes and not do it again. Most likely, the person who sold it to you knew he was selling you junk, and will not refund anything.
Carfax reports are not the tell all and end all. Carfax is useless for a cars condition that has not been disclosed. My first car had accident damage that was concealed and many other problems and was reported to have a CLEAN title by carfax. If a accident is not reported to the insurance company, carfax won't tell you anything.
2007-01-18 02:16:11 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
This is why we have lawyers. In fact I bet that in VA you will find more lawyers than good mechanics or honest used car salesmen.
I would check with AAA, or consult a lawyer.
Good luck
2007-01-18 02:12:53 · answer #6 · answered by DeSaxe 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
the fellow you offered the vehicle to may have performed something unlawful and for this reason your acquaintances moms licence is getting suspended because the vehicle continues to be registered in her call.
2016-10-15 09:53:26 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
depending on the state you live if the girl was sold as is there is nothing that can be done.
2007-01-18 04:32:27 · answer #8 · answered by rici2d 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Your friend didn't drive the car before buying it!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
2007-01-18 02:12:53 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋