“As is” is a legal term describing the status of an item for sale. A car being sold “as is” is being sold without a warranty. That means that any problem with the car is no longer the responsibility of the dealer or private seller once it has been sold. All repair costs will come directly out of pocket for the buyer.
Can I sue if I bought a car as is?
Based on used car law, if your agreement has gone through and you fulfilled the terms of what you told the buyer, he generally may not sue you or get the money back. In most cases, a used car purchase sold between private individuals is an “as is” transaction with no warranty or guarantee implied by used car law.
Can a dealer sell a car with a deposit on it?
Dealers are all about making the money and if someone offers them more for something and it doesn’t break the law, then they will go with the most profitable deal and sell the car even if there is a deposit on it. Feel free to have your friend check with an attorney familiar with this type of law in MA, but I doubt there is any legal recourse.
What happens when a dealership sells you a car without a title?
Or sometimes, a car comes into a used car dealership that had been stolen. It sounds obvious – a dealership needs to own a car before it can sell it to you. When a dealership in possession of a vehicle, but no title to it, it creates a problem for everyone involved.
Can a car dealership sell you a bad car?
Buying a car, whether new or used, can be a little like playing the lottery. Even if you do all your homework, you can still end up with a lemon car or a previously damaged car. Say a dealership does sell you a bad car – you’re going to need to know what to do.
What should I know before buying a car from a dealer?
By law, car dealers are required to disclose all previous vehicle damage to potential buyers. This includes frame damage, flood damage, salvage status and prior accidents. If a dealer fails to disclose any of this information during the sale, you may have an auto fraud claim. You should always check a car’s Carfax report before buying it.
