Car Purchase Dispute Resolution

Summary

In Tennessee, buying a car as is means accepting it with all known or unknown issues. However, if the dealer misrepresented the cars condition or committed fraud, you may have legal recourse. Gather all sale documents, obtain a mechanics report, and consider contacting the Tennessee Attorney Generals office. Consulting with a local attorney could also be beneficial.

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Amanda
Hi Amanda! How can I assist you with your legal issue today?
I bought a car in January at a dealership. I drove it foe three days and it broke down. I signed an as is. The mechanic said there were a couple of issues. Can i get my money back?
Hi Amanda! In North Carolina, buying a car "as is" generally means the dealer is not responsible for any issues after the sale. However, if the dealer committed fraud or violated the law, you might have some recourse. Did the dealer disclose the issues with the car before the sale?
No they said there were no issues.
In North Carolina, if the dealer did not disclose known issues or committed fraud, you might have a case. Here are some steps you can consider:
- Gather all documents related to the sale.
- Get a detailed report from the mechanic.
- Contact the North Carolina Attorney General's office for assistance.
- Consider consulting with a local attorney.
Would you like help connecting with a local lawyer who can assist you further?
I live in Tennessee
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Hi Amanda! Since you mentioned you're in Tennessee, the laws might differ slightly. In Tennessee, purchasing a car "as is" typically means the buyer accepts the car with all known or unknown issues. However, if the dealer knowingly misrepresented the car's condition or committed fraud, there could be potential legal recourse.
- Gather all documents related to the sale.
- Obtain a detailed report from the mechanic.
- Consider contacting the Tennessee Attorney General's office for assistance.
- Consulting with a local attorney could be beneficial.
Would you like help connecting with a local lawyer who can assist you further?
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