If I bought a vehicle 2 months ago but its broken down twice in the last month with extensive repairs, how do I know when to pursue legal action?
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If I bought a vehicle 2 months ago but its broken down twice in the last month with extensive repairs, how do I know when to pursue legal action?
I bought the car “as-is” and I expected some repairs but the tires are bad, including the spare, the shocks have had to be replaced, an alignment has been done, and the motor has had to be pulled to have repairs done. I’ve only had the vehicle back 2 weeks and it broke down again, with possible fuel pump repair needing to be done.
Asked on May 8, 2012 under General Practice, North Carolina
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FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 11 years ago | Contributor
If you purchased the presumed used vehicle from a dealership, then most likely it would have a greater knowledge as to its condition than an ordinary person selling his or her car.
As to your question as to when to pursue legal action against the seller, the issue is whether the seller knew that the vehicle has issues with it material to desirability and price paid by a willing buyer that were not disclosed before the sale took place.
If you cannot prove that the seller knew about problems with the car before the sale not disclosed to you, then you bought it "as is" and are responsible for its repairs under the law.
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