Sale Of A Car To Minor, Legal?

[Schattilly]

What is the name of your state?California My 16 year old son bought a car for 950.00 without our knowledge. He doesn't have a license, just a permit. There is no bill of sale, just the pink slip is signed but not made out to a buyer. Is it legal for someone to sell a vehicle to a minor? Doesn't the seller have to get the car smogged unless he sold it in "as is" condition? Without paperwork couldn't the seller call it in as stolen? If he got into an accident who would be liable, us as his parents? The person who the car is registered to?

[qcxlvr1]

Originally Posted by Schattilly

What is the name of your state?California My 16 year old son bought a car for 950.00 without our knowledge. He doesn't have a license, just a permit. There is no bill of sale, just the pink slip is signed but not made out to a buyer. Is it legal for someone to sell a vehicle to a minor? Doesn't the seller have to get the car smogged unless he sold it in "as is" condition? Without paperwork couldn't the seller call it in as stolen? If he got into an accident who would be liable, us as his parents? The person who the car is registered to?

The contract (purchase of the car) is considered "voidable," on the part of the minor, since 16 is not the age of majority. I'd suggest having your son return the car and get his $950 back, and acquire a vehicle in a more legitimate fashion.