Used car: Hidden problems

[bcarson1976]

Hello,

Here is my situation, and I hope someone can advise.

I recently purchased a used car from a long-time family friend. Before purchasing the vehicle, I was informed that the car MIGHT need new breaks. Knowing that breaks are not expensive, I decided to purchase the car for $1200($600 up front and $600 2 wks. later).
After purchasing the car, I had it inspected and found that is needed over $1400 worth of work to be a safe car, and $950 to pass inspection. Another family member spoke to the sellers and was informed that they knew it needed more work than just breaks, that is why they were selling it.

I simply need to know this: Can I refuse the other $600 payment? Can I get reimbursed for the $950 minus the cost for breaks?

Thanks.

 

[I AM ALWAYS LIABLE]

<BLOCKQUOTE><font size="1" face=" Arial, Verdana, Helvetica">quote:</font><HR>Originally posted by bcarson1976:
Hello,

Here is my situation, and I hope someone can advise.

I recently purchased a used car from a long-time family friend. Before purchasing the vehicle, I was informed that the car MIGHT need new breaks. Knowing that breaks are not expensive, I decided to purchase the car for $1200($600 up front and $600 2 wks. later).
After purchasing the car, I had it inspected and found that is needed over $1400 worth of work to be a safe car, and $950 to pass inspection. Another family member spoke to the sellers and was informed that they knew it needed more work than just breaks, that is why they were selling it.

I simply need to know this: Can I refuse the other $600 payment? Can I get reimbursed for the $950 minus the cost for breaks?

Thanks.

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My response:

Oh, you're going to try no matter what I say here . . . however, in a court of law, the decision would be is that your obligation was to have the car inspected PRIOR to any form of purchase agreement. You had an opportunity to find out about the car before you plunked down your money. Since you didn't, and since a "private sale" does not come with warranties or guarantees, and you entered the agreement regardless, you owe ALL of the money to the sellers.

IAAL


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