You finally find a quality used car at a good price. But before signing the contract you notice that the price on the contract is higher than the advertised price. No surprises here! Many car dealers tend to increase prices to make more profit. Of course, dealers will make you…
Why is the Dealership Asking Me to Sign a New Contract? Typical scenario: You purchase a car and drive it home. A few days later, you receive a call from the dealership, informing you that you did not qualify for financing and you will either need to return the vehicle…
Resolved December 2, 2019 On May 5, 2018, Nathaniel visited a dealership in Norco, California with the intent to acquire a used vehicle. After searching through the dealer’s inventory Nath located a 2015 BMW 4 series coupe which he liked. He inquired with the salesperson regarding the vehicle’s condition, history…
Finally, you are ready to buy your next car. It is a major investment and you should take it seriously. Dishonesty happens everywhere and auto dealer fraud is not an exception. Auto dealers will not cheat you outright but will mislead you in a way that you will end up…
It is not a coincidence that customer trust in auto deals has fallen sharply. A survey by Cox Automotive says that only 61% of Americans believe their dealership gave them the best price. Most often you may not even notice that you are being lied to. The lack of information lets the…
If you find the right lawyer to handle auto dealer fraud, consider half of the work done. Yes, a lot depends on the lawyer. Is he/she specialized in auto dealer fraud? Does he/she have a successful case record? These are questions to ask when you are in search of a…
You have been spending days and weeks trying to find the perfect car you have been looking for so long. Alas, you find out the auto dealer has committed a fraud, which leaves you with the question “What can I do to seek redress?”. If you believe that you are…
It does not matter whether or not you buy a brand-new or a used vehicle. Most importantly, you need the dealership warranty, which will guarantee your rights when the purchased product qualifies as “lemon”. What kind of Dealership Warranties exist? Under the California law, there is no such requirement…
Has it ever happened to you that you bought a car and paid more than the advertised price? Or you bought a car and it broke down soon after you drove off the lot? These and much more are types of auto dealer fraud. And if you have experienced it…
