Verbal Car Sale Dispute

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Verbal agreements in Texas can be binding if supported by evidence. Ensure you have proof of the agreement and payments. A valid sale requires the title to be in the sellers name. Consult a local attorney in Houston County, Texas, for guidance on enforcing your agreement and addressing title issues.

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A friend and I made a verbal agreement on me purchasing a car from him $* total $* down $* a month he brought the car down and picked me up and brought me to the car gave me the keys said it's mine. Now on the way after picking me up to take me to get the car he was running late and didn't want to stop and pick up the down payment money of $* said he's not hurting for it right now don't worry about it so we agreed I would take the money and get insurance and a new tire for the car. He was in a hurry like I said so we were going to do the bill of sale next time he came down. The title is not in his name. Now he is trying to say he needs the car back because something happened and now he doesn't have a car. I have most of the proof I need on text messages that proves he was seeking a car to me. I told him no he couldn't have the car back we made a deal. What's are my rights in Houston county Texas
In Texas, verbal agreements can be legally binding, especially if you have evidence like text messages. Here are some points to consider:
- Ensure you have proof of the agreement and any payments made.
- A valid sale requires the title to be in the seller's name.
- Without the title, transferring ownership legally can be complicated.
Have you considered discussing this with a local attorney to explore your options based on the evidence you have?
I was going to talk to the county constable
It sounds like you're in a tricky situation. Talking to the county constable can help, but they may have limited involvement in civil matters like this. You might want to consult a local attorney for guidance on enforcing your verbal agreement and addressing title issues. Would you like help finding a local lawyer to assist you?
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Great, I'll help connect you with a local lawyer who can assist with your case. Could you please provide your phone number? It's important to ensure a lawyer can reach out to you directly.
Also I have another question in the text messages the seller mentioned me sending him a pic of my breast. I did not do that but would that help if I did to show that I have kept my end of the agreement as of now?
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In your situation, it's crucial to focus on the legal aspects of the car sale and not on unrelated matters such as sending pictures, as it won't help your case. Since you agreed to seek local legal assistance, let's proceed with gathering the necessary information to connect you with a lawyer:
*. What is your phone number?
*. What is your name?
*. Can you provide your zipcode?
*. What is your email address? (optional)
These details will help in connecting you with a suitable lawyer.