If I purchased a car from a dealer and discovered it has a cracked engine block, does it have any responsibility for repair costs if the car was purchased “as is”?
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If I purchased a car from a dealer and discovered it has a cracked engine block, does it have any responsibility for repair costs if the car was purchased “as is”?
Asked on April 1, 2012 under General Practice, Florida
Answers:
Daniel Bowen / Daniel D. Bowen, Attorney at Law
Answered 12 years ago | Contributor
If you got assurances that the car was in good working condition, you may have a fraud claim. I would call the Governor's office of Consumer Affairs and make a complaint. See if they will assist you in getting your money back.
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