Ozark, MO asked in Uncategorized for Missouri

Q: bought a car that was advertised as perfect, The test drive was fine, it blew up on the way home can I get compensation?

Yesterday, I bought a Volvo 850 turbo from a dealer in independence Missouri. He told me that the car was in perfect running condition and that everything was great. He just had the oil changed, a new battery, and more. I got the car it ran great I signed the title and left. I drove less than 20 miles and then it had to be towed to my home town the rest of the way. He lied about the condition of the car and won’t give me compensation. Is there anything I can do about this?

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Ronald J. Eisenberg
Ronald J. Eisenberg
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  • Chesterfield, MO
  • Licensed in Missouri

A: I’m sorry to hear that. You can sue but it will be your burden to come up with admissible evidence showing that the seller knew about then problem and lied to you. At this point you’ve only articulated highly suspicious timing between the sale and breakdown. Consult with a consumer lawyer near you next week.

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