Dealership Transmission Dispute Resolution

Summary

In Montana, dealerships must provide a written estimate before work and cannot retain your vehicle without consent. If a used transmission was not disclosed, it may be deceptive practice. You can file a complaint with the Montana Department of Justices Office of Consumer Protection. If unresolved, consider small claims court or consulting a local attorney specializing in consumer rights.

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this is in montana
I see, you're dealing with this issue in Montana. In Montana, you have rights under the state's consumer protection laws. Here are some points to consider:
- The dealership should provide a written estimate before any work.
- They cannot retain your vehicle without your consent.
- You can file a complaint with the Montana Department of Justice's Office of Consumer Protection.
Did they provide you with any written agreement or estimate for the transmission work?
not until after the fact and it was covered by warranty however they did not tell me it was a used transmission
It seems like you're dealing with a challenging situation. In Montana, if the dealership didn't disclose that the transmission was used, it might be considered deceptive practice. You can file a complaint with the Montana Department of Justice's Office of Consumer Protection. Would you like to know how to proceed with filing a complaint?
i filed one with them and they say they can not help me
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It sounds like a challenging situation with the dealership. Since the Montana Department of Justice's Office of Consumer Protection couldn't help, you might consider taking legal action. You can explore small claims court or consult with a local attorney specializing in consumer rights. Would you like more information on these options?
yes a lawyer
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It seems like you might have a strong case to discuss with a lawyer, especially considering the potential deceptive practices involved. Would you like to be connected to local lawyers who can better assist you with your case?
yes
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It seems like this is a high-value case due to the potential deceptive practices by the dealership. Would you like to be connected to local lawyers who can better assist you with your case?
What is your phone number?
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It seems like you have a strong case due to the potential deceptive practices by the dealership. Let's get you connected to local lawyers who can assist you further. What is your name?
Jeremy Pearson
Thank you, Jeremy. I'll proceed to connect you with local lawyers who can assist you further. Could you please provide your zipcode? Additionally, would you like to share your email address for further communication?
their is more to it than just that they have done way more than just htat
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It sounds like you're dealing with a complex situation involving multiple issues with the dealership. If there are additional details or incidents that you haven't mentioned yet, it would be important to share those with your attorney. This can help them build a stronger case for you. Would you like me to assist you further with anything specific?