What can I do if the car I purchased has defects and I just want my money back?
I purchased a used vehicle on Aug 7th, I had to wait a day to get it because the water pump had to be fixed. When I picked it up I noticed a crack in the windshield while driving off the lot so I immediately turned around and told the dealership. They stated to come back another day. Four days later, it broke down due to being overheated. I took it back that day they claimed they did not see anything wrong and that it was probably an air pocket. I took the car and returned it a week later to get the windshield fixed. They kept it for a week. Then called me to get it, when I asked if the repairs were made, they told me no. I explained that I wouldn’t get it until the repairs were made. What I later found out from the bank was that they had not paid the dealership and wanted five references from me. At this point, I did not want the car anymore. Now also because I was registering the car in PA they gave me a temporary plate but it was only good for 20days. So by the 27th 20day s after I purchased the car it had broken down again I let it sit and took it back the 27th the day the plate expired and it’s been sitting there ever since. I do not want the car or any other one from them. I want my money back. Besides requesting five references, they keep telling me it will be considered a voluntary repossession and it will damage my credit. What can I do?
Answered By: Theodore N. Stapleton, PC
I don't think you can return the car as the law says sales of used cars are "as is". You could file a chapter 78 bankruptcy and discharge the debt if you qualify.
Answer Applies to: Georgia
Replied: 1/12/2012
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Answer Applies to: Georgia
Replied: 1/12/2012
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Answered By: Burnham & Associates
You should contact the Attorney General's office to determine if there is a Consumer Protection claim to be made against this dealership. Another option is to contact your local Better Business Bureau for assistance in resolving this matter. You also could contact an attorney to assist you in pursuing a civil claim against the dealership.
Answer Applies to: New Hampshire
Replied: 1/6/2012
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Answer Applies to: New Hampshire
Replied: 1/6/2012
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Answered By: Diefer Law Group, P.C.
I don't know if this was a used car. If it was new, you could look to see if you could return it under the lemon law. If it was used and you bought it as is, you might not have too many options. Contact the better business bureau and see if they can help you. You could also tell the dealer you will report them to better business bureau and will sue them for selling you a bad car.
Answer Applies to: California
Replied: 1/5/2012
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Answer Applies to: California
Replied: 1/5/2012
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Answered By: Janet A. Lawson Bankruptcy Attorney
I am not versed on the Lemon Laws. A voluntary surrender would be a hit on your credit - you need to see someone who knows about the lemon laws.
Answer Applies to: California
Replied: 1/4/2012
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Answer Applies to: California
Replied: 1/4/2012
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Answered By: Lakelaw - Loop Bankruptcy
This is not a bankruptcy question. But it is covered by the Illinois Consumer Fraud and Deceptive Business Practices Act. This is more complex than can be answered in a short response. It is also perhaps covered by the Uniform Commercial Code too.
Answer Applies to: Illinois
Replied: 1/4/2012
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Answer Applies to: Illinois
Replied: 1/4/2012
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Answered By: CONSUMER PROTECTION ASSISTANCE COALITION, INC. (DE).
Document repairs and use the lemon law.
Answer Applies to: California
Replied: 1/4/2012
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Answer Applies to: California
Replied: 1/4/2012
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Answered By: Foster Law Group
This is not a bankruptcy related question. You may want to contact a lawyer who can advise you whether your state has a Lemon Law. Most used cars come 'buyer beware.' Next time consider taking the car to a mechanic. As a consumer, you have a responsibility to protect yourself because no one else will, least of all a used car dealership.
Answer Applies to: Colorado
Replied: 1/4/2012
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Answer Applies to: Colorado
Replied: 1/4/2012
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Answered By: Law Office of Lynnmarie A. Johnson
Contact a "Lemon" lawyer, someone who specializes in auto problems, this is really who need to talk to so that you can find out exactly what is required to return the car. Good Luck!
Answer Applies to: Michigan
Replied: 1/4/2012
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Answer Applies to: Michigan
Replied: 1/4/2012
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Answered By: The Orantes Law Firm
The car sounds like a "lemon." If you live in California, you should google "lemon law attorney" or a search along those lines and you should be able to find a firm focusing on that type of practice.
Answer Applies to: California
Replied: 1/3/2012
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Answer Applies to: California
Replied: 1/3/2012
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