Asked in Consumer Law and Small Claims for Kentucky

Q: I purchased a used 1999 Ford truck from private party in Kentucky. Although they said it would “make it “ the 3 1/2 hour

Fraudulent listing on marketplace fraudulent mileage. Nothing works, states 1 owner. I’m the 10 th!! Mileage is less than in 2016. Frame is full of holes and rust. I’ve driven it 6 miles. I’m 64 and on a fixed income and boy am I stupid!! I’m out 2k for the truck $700 for uhaul , hotel bill, and the parts I’ve purchased trying to make it start. I will sue him; either in Small claims or civil court. He says I can sell it. I have higher morals. Rust is “just cosmetic “. I don’t think so. I started today after being on charger for a few hours but it won’t tomorrow. Piece o crap

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Leland Hulbert
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Leland Hulbert
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  • Louisville, KY
  • Licensed in Kentucky

A: You should be able to sue him in small claims court in the county where the transaction took place. Save all your records and communications with him. You can hire a lawyer, but that may end up costing you more than the car is worth. They have small claims packets at the courthouse so you can file claims yourself.

Timothy Denison agrees with this answer

Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
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  • Consumer Law Lawyer
  • Louisville, KY
  • Licensed in Kentucky

A: I would hire a civil lawyer snd sue the seller for fraud and consumer protection violations.

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