Vehicle Trade Misrepresentation Case

Summary

In Illinois, sellers must disclose known vehicle defects. If a dealership fails to disclose issues like bad brakes or transmission, it may constitute misrepresentation or fraud. Attempt to resolve the issue directly with the dealership. If unresolved, consider filing a complaint or seeking legal advice for potential actions.

Full Conversation

I posted my f150 for sale on Facebook marketplace a month ago. A guy that owns a used car dealership in Bloomington asked me if id be willing to trade. I agreed. I didn't find out unaHe didn't disclose
It sounds like you might be dealing with an issue related to undisclosed information in a trade. In Illinois, sellers are generally required to disclose known defects. Did the dealership fail to disclose any specific defects or issues with the vehicle you received?
Yes bad brakes & bad transmission was written on the car window & had been poorly erased
It seems like you might be dealing with a potential case of misrepresentation or fraud. In Illinois, sellers must disclose known defects in vehicles. If the dealership didn't disclose these issues, you might have grounds for a complaint.
Have you attempted to resolve this issue directly with the dealership?