Dealership Truck Purchase Concerns

Summary

Purchasing a vehicle as is generally means the dealership isnt liable for post-sale issues unless false claims were made. In new mexico, consumer protection laws like the unfair practices act and lemon law may offer some recourse. The unfair practices act prohibits false or misleading statements, while the lemon law covers new vehicles with severe defects. Statutory consumer remedies may also allow for damages under certain conditions. Consider consulting a local attorney to explore your options.

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Dealership sold me a bad truck, wont replace engine.
Hey Russ! Sorry to hear about your truck issue. How long ago did you purchase the truck, and did the dealership provide any kind of warranty or guarantee?
one month ago I purchased the truck, as is
Hey Russ! Since you bought the truck "as is," it generally means the dealership isn't responsible for problems after the sale. But let's see if there are any exceptions. Did the dealership make any specific claims about the condition of the truck that turned out to be false?
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Hey Russ! Since the truck was bought "as is" and no specific false claims were made, it may be challenging to hold the dealership liable. However, you might still want to explore if there are any consumer protection laws in New Mexico that could help.
what are consumer protection laws in new mexico?
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New Mexico's consumer protection laws include:
- The Unfair Practices Act: Prohibits false or misleading statements about products and services.
- Lemon Law: Covers new vehicles with severe defects.
- Statutory Consumer Remedies: Allows consumers to sue for damages under certain conditions.
Would you like to explore any specific law or need further details?