I found an ad for a used truck (private party), the guy said it was his sons truck but his son left the country. I bought the truck with two bank checks (so i could get reciepts) and he cashed them same day, signed the dmv release forms and gave me the title. I found out later the truck was repo’d and the guy bought it at auction.
The thing is, he did a ’sleight of hand’ and only filled out the dmv forms after i did and only after i left did i double check and find out he was a dealer who bought it at auction and flipped it to me.
I did a vehicle history and found out it was a clean repo’d truck, no accidents, one previous owner and sold at auction.
I called him back that same evening and he assures me no worries, just need a truck weight certificate & smog check and the dmv will process the change of title/ownership.
state: california
btw, the transaction took place at his home.
good responses
(btw I didn’t thumbs down anyone)
damnit damnit. i didn’t listen to my gut.
a nice old man trying to be too nice.
the alarm was ringing in my head but i checked it out inside out and the truck itself was good, invited me into his home and had nice long chat etc.
Originally posted 2009-09-20 14:00:05.
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Sounds like you bought a truck.
What is the problem? Does it really matter if he lied about it belonging to his son?
The fact that he didn’t have the title filled out should’ve raise a red flag.
But if there’s nothing wrong with the truck, mechanically or title wise, what’s the problem?
If you really want to stick it to him for lying, then report him as a curbstoner….. which is a dealer that sells cars posing as a private party to avoid paying fees.
Let the buyer beware.. You have just purchased a truck..Next time ask questions and have your mechanic check it out , unless you are a mechanic .. When you buy a used vehicle from someone you do not know , always count your fingers after you shake hands..Good luck
If you agreed on the price and he delivers the truck there isn’t alot you can do except small claims and that system is full of crap! Get the title and don’t let this con man talk you into more bullshit! Chalk it off as one of life’s experiences and move on. Today you have to do your home work before you buy ANYTHING! Scams are everywhere and their really good at what they do so be careful !!!
OK, so, he’s a dirtbag that lied about where he got the truck. Still looks like a clean truck with no accidents at the price you agreed upon.
Technically what he did is called “puffery” and while it’s sleazy, it’s completely legal. “Oh yeah, it’s a great little car. Just traded in from a little old lady that only drove it to church and back.”
The only thing you’ve got is whether it was sold as is or with a warranty. It must be disclosed by a dealer. I’m sure he was smart enough to have you sign something. Even if he didn’t it would be an uphill battle as if it’s not stated it is generally accepted to be as is. Or, if it is under factory warranty, no issue there either.
It depends how many cars a year he sells as to whether or not he’s a “curbstoner.” The laws vary depending on municipality, he can probably sell between 4 and 6 cars a year without being categorized as a dealer. The license just allows him to purchase cars at an auction and does not necessarily make him a dealer.
you could report him to the dmv investigation unit, and he could be fined and/or lose his license, aside from that, you are an owner
Not sure what your question is.
so, the man’s a liar. unless he made some false statement about the condition of the vehicle that affected it’s value, your situation is that you are now the proud owner of a truck.
Used vehicle sales are “as is, where is” but of course that doesn’t cover fraud. So if he told you for example that that transmission works fine but it didn’t, then you might have a case.