Car Ownership Dispute Outcome

Pablo sold his car to Alfonso, who issued a postdated check as full payment. Before the check matured, Alfonso sold the car to Gregorio, who then sold it to Gabriel. When presented for payment, Alfonso's check was dishonored because he had closed his account. Pablo sued Gabriel to recover the car, claiming unlawful deprivation due to Alfonso's deception. However, Pablo's suit against Gabriel is unlikely to succeed because Gabriel is likely a good faith purchaser for value, assuming he was unaware of the deception. The dishonored check does not affect Gabriel's title to the car unless he knew of the fraud. Pablo might have a remedy against Alfonso for the deceptive act.

In this situation, Pablo's suit against Gabriel is unlikely to prosper. Gabriel is probably considered a good faith purchaser for value, assuming he was unaware of Alfonso's deception. The dishonored check does not affect Gabriel's title to the car unless he was aware of the fraud. Pablo may have remedies against Alfonso for the deceptive act.