Tag Archives: Car-dealer fraud

We’ve written dozens of articles on how you should avoid dealer fraud cases, but today I’ve decided to bring a real dealer fraud case sample. You may have already happened to be involved in a dealer fraud and you just wonder what you can do or what you should do and what outcome you can expect. How did it start? On or about June 2, 2010, our client visited IMAX Auto Group with the intent to purchase a vehicle for personal and family use.  The car dealership’s personnel showed her the subject vehicle assuring her that it was in excellent mechanical condition, had never been involved in any accidents and had …

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Often times we come across clients who have been defrauded by an automobile dealership and are eager to take matters into their own hands and rectify the wrongs.  From a layman’s perspective the idea of doing so appears harmless and in fact righteous.  However, when analyzed from a legal perspective the idea of taking self-help measures is riddled with pitfalls and negative effects on the consumer. Unfortunately, when an individual has been harmed financially and is hurt emotionally, he or she often does not see these pitfalls and when addressed by a consumer attorney starts to feel apprehensive, fearing that the dealer fraud attorney himself might mislead them.  It …

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Have you ever come to describe your car dealer as an honest and trustworthy person? I guess no, because dealer tricks are so called “treasures of their profession”. To avoid car dealer fraud you should first of all recognize those tricks which may seem quite kind and humanistic from the first sight. “I have got a car for you” You should know that there is a huge difference between buying a car and being sold a car. In the first case your purchase is on your terms, in the second case that sweet-talking man controls over every next step. To avoid this kind of dealer tricks you should take …

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A car purchase is rather a responsible and time-consuming process. Not only should you think upon and choose which model fits your lifestyle best, but also you should be informed and beware of auto frauds. Auto scams can spoil the whole pleasure of your car purchase: nobody likes to be defrauded, especially when money is involved. So being informed about the most common car dealer frauds will save you both money and nerves. Scam1. Advertised Price Increase According to the law a dealer is entitled to sell a vehicle only for the advertised price, i.e. price that has been mentioned in the window stickers or media ads. Sometimes dealers …

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Are you interested in buying a used car? Do you feel worried about it? Here are some danger signs indicating that the car you are looking at may not be your best choice. A lot of people mistakenly tend to think that when checking out a used car, you simply need to listen to the engine, kick the tires and make sure the interior is clean. The fact is that there are a lot of other more detailed ways to learn whether or not the vehicle is worth buying. Do not just look at and listen to the engine, but actually drive the vehicle for 10 to 20 minutes …

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Used cars are perfect for those who either refuse to pay the sticker price on a new vehicle or for whatever reason prefer a worked-in vehicle. However, buying a used car can be risky and may present a danger for the driver’s safety. If you are going to buy a used car, there are certain non-expert things that you can look at while investigating the car. Serial number stickers Serial numbers that do not match or stickers that have obvious signs of tampering are good clues that the parts might have been switched with another vehicle's because of a damage. The tires When inspecting a used vehicle, examine the …

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Unscrupulous car dealers are the nightmare of all car buyers. To avoid falling for various auto scams, you need arm yourself with knowledge on popular car buying scams. Most car dealers you’ll interact with will probably be nice and law abiding folks who are simply doing their jobs. Unfortunately, among these honest people there will be a lot of fraudulent dealers as well who will try to trick you. However with sufficient homework done, you will be knowledgeable enough to avoid all the possible car dealer fraud attempts. Here are 2 auto sales scams that can be easily prevented: No trade in pay off If you’re planning to trade …

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Gas prices fluctuated heavily over the summer and busy holidays when people were likely to travel in 2010.  So today when one gallon gas costs up to three dollars, drivers are more careful when filling up their tanks. So if you are thinking to buy a car, but are still unsure, use your old one till its pumps are friendly. This will enable you to gain some trying time. Do not let car dealers convince you. Weigh the pros and cons of buying a new car before you go to shop for another one – be it a reliable family car or just a car for your personal usage. …

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When dealing with car dealers, you as a potential car buyer need to be very careful in order not to become a victim of car dealer fraud.  Here are two of the newest car scams you should learn about. Spot Delivery The scenario of this scam is as follows.  When you decide which car you are going to buy and are ready to fill out all the paperwork , the car dealer tells you that your loan hasn’t been “officially” approved yet, but you can drive the car home. You are satisfied with the dealer’s proposal and drive the car home without thinking about possible consequences. A few days …

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There are a lot of do’s and don’ts when  buying a used car. Actually you have consider a lot more things than you do when getting yourself a brand new car. When buying a used car there are several things to consider: Deciding On A Model In order to decide which car model to buy you need to think about your needs, lifestyle, budget and driving habits. It would be better if you study every detail of different cars from technical specifications to prices. Payment Options As you are going for car financing it is essential to work with a good finance company. You should take into consideration the …

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