What can you do if a dealership sold you a car that they claimed was a 2002 when it is really a 2000?

1. Can you sue a car dealership for misrepresentation?
2. What happens if a dealership sells you a lemon?
3. What if a dealer sells you a damaged car?
4. Can you return a used car if it has problems?
5. What states have lemon laws?
6. What does the lemon law cover?
7. Can I return a car bought as is?
8. Can I return a car on finance if its faulty?
9. Are you liable for a car after you sell it?
10. Can I sue a person that sold me a bad car?
11. Can you sue if someone sells you a bad car?
12. Is the dealership responsible for damage?

Can you sue a car dealership for misrepresentation?

To sue a dealer for misrepresentation, you need to also show that you suffered some loss as a result. It's not enough that you wouldn't have bought the car if you had known the truth. You also need to be able to prove that the dealer intentionally lied to you or deceived you in some way.

What happens if a dealership sells you a lemon?

Under the Song-Beverly Consumer Warranty Act, if you purchase a defective vehicle that meets the legal requirements of a lemon, you are entitled to a refund, or the vehicle can be replaced at the manufacturer's expense.

What if a dealer sells you a damaged car?

If a dealer sold you a damaged car without providing a disclosure about the damages, you have the option of reporting the dealer to the state or filing a lawsuit.

Can you return a used car if it has problems?

While there are some federal Lemon Laws protecting consumers, individual states may also have their own laws regarding defective vehicles. ... If the defect is unable to be fixed after several attempts, the owner may be able to return the car in exchange for compensation or a replacement vehicle.

What states have lemon laws?

Currently, only seven states have used car lemon laws: Connecticut, California, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Jersey, New Mexico, and New York. Sadly, even in the states in which they are active, the application of these laws is very limiting and rarely helps.

What does the lemon law cover?

The lemon law protects consumers from retailers who sell defective goods. If a defect surfaces within 6 months of purchase, it is assumed that the defect existed at the time of sale, unless the retailer can prove otherwise.

Can I return a car bought as is?

If you've purchased a new or used car and you're having second thoughts about it, in most cases, you won't be able to return the car. The dealer who sold you the car is usually not legally obligated to take the car back and issue you a refund or exchange after you've signed the sales contract.

Can I return a car on finance if its faulty?

By law, the vehicle you are sold must be of satisfactory quality, fit for purpose and as described. Otherwise you're entitled to take it back and claim a refund. The car must not be faulty or broken when purchased, and it must be of a standard that a reasonable person would expect, considering its age and mileage.

Are you liable for a car after you sell it?

In most states, used car sales are understood to be "as is." This means the buyer understands that if something goes wrong after the car is driven away, it's entirely his or her responsibility. That means that, as a seller, you're not responsible for the car after it's sold.

Can I sue a person that sold me a bad car?

In the US, just about anyone can sue just about anyone else for just about anything. But you're going to have to prove that they knew the car had problems before selling it to you, or you're going to lose that lawsuit in a matter of minutes.

Can you sue if someone sells you a bad car?

You can sue a dealership for selling you a bad car if they did not properly disclose any known issues with the vehicle. ... Often times, the only way to get the dealer to repair the vehicle or arrange for the car to be returned for a full refund is by having an auto fraud attorney sue the dealership.

Is the dealership responsible for damage?

Let's say someone hits your vehicle while it is at the dealership. ... The dealership will assist with any collision repairs (paid by any combination of you/the guilty party/the insurance company) and serve as a liaison between you and the insurance companies. But the dealership is not responsible for any damage caused.