who can I contact concerning abad used car deal?

Answer 1

If it was from a dealer you can contact the Better Business Bureau or the Attourney General.

Private deal? You just have to learn from your mistakes.

And for the record - the Lemon Law doesn't apply unless the car you have purchased has been recalled or deemed problematic.

Answer 2

Probably no one.

Most used cars are sold with a sticker on it saying "as is" and that phrase was likely in the contract as well.

IF they gave you some sort of warranty for...oh, let's say 90 days...you can make a claim under that, but if you check your warranty, it is likely limited to major engine failure and the drive train.

Everything else--from tires, wheels, brakes, bearings, CV boots, cooling system, heating system, air conditioning, battery, power steering, power brakes, anti-lock brake system, power windows, radio, light bulbs, headlights, filters, sensors, exhaust system--(the list is almost endless) is YOUR responsibility, no matter how quickly it failed after you bought your car.

Depending on the state in which you live, the Department of Motor Vehicles (where you get your driver's license or your car registered) can probably point you towards a state government agency that investigates these types of cases.

However, they will only get involved if you can show them compelling proof that:

A warranty agreement was violated, or

The dealer actually engaged in an illegal activity, such as doing an unsafe, substandard repair to the car just before selling it, having a reasonable knowledge that the part or system would fail quickly.

That's hard to prove, so you may have to hire a good mechanic that you and your family and friends trust, and pay him to do an inspection, write up his report on the letterhead of his repair business, and take that with you to the investigator's office.

Best wishes,

Answer 3

http://www.bbb.com

"Lemon Law" only protects you in case of a NEW car purchase (some states also used cars w/ warranty) when the vehicle has MECHANICAL problems which can't be fixed after numerous tries. It has NOTHING to do with buyer's remorse or fraud.

Answer 4

your local secretary of state has information about the procedure called the lemon law. this is when some one sells you a used car that is no good.

Answer 5

lemon law? Lemon is a used car !I would file a police report. Small claims court

Answer 6

http://www.lemonlawcenter.com/howtoprotect.html This website will help but check around many other lawyers to see what they can and are willing to do for you! I'm sorry you got the shaft and I wish you the best!

Answer 7

lemon law
bbb
small claims court
your finance company

Answer 8

bbb.