Comeback on Used Car from Dealer

[spinale6]

Anybody know if you have any comeback on a used car that was bought about 6 weeks ago from a dealer. The thing nearly went on fire this morning. After turning the ignition the electrical box with fuses in it start smoking and some wires under the hood have melted.

 

[MichaelL]

Any warranty left?

Was there any warranty offered with the car?

Normally dealers give 3 months warranty on used cars

 

[Henny Penny]

Re: Any warranty left?

If it were me, I would take it back ... ask to have it fixed or a refund. Contact the SIMI if they are members.

 

[Lemurz]

Cars

What Make, Model & Year was the car?

You might have some comeback with the manufacturer if it's a known problem. (Fiat had a big issue in the past with cars going on fire)

Failing that [broken link removed] have a complaints procedure if the dealer is a member?

 

[Marion]

From the ODCA website

...car was bought from a garage/dealer;

* The consumers' rights may depend on a number of factors, such as, if there was a guarantee/warranty with the car, what was said by the dealer about it and if the consumer had the car checked over by an expert before purchasing.

* However, in general, if there is a fault with the car, the consumer should be entitled to a repair, replacement or refund.

* If the consumer receives no satisfaction directly from the garage, they may wish to contact to the Society of Irish Motor Industry (SIMI), if the garage is a member, to pursue their complaint. under the SIMI's complaints and investigation procedure

* If they are still not happy, they may wish to take legal advice from a solicitor on the best way to proceed.

* If the consumer wishes to claim solely for a repair, they may be able to pursue the matter through the Small Claims Court.

You should definitely purse this issue.

Marion :hat

 

[sluice44]

It would depend on whether you bought it 'sold as seen' or with a warranty.

What kind of written receipt did you get?

 

[Bizzy]

If you purchased the car using Car-Finance, such as a Hire purchase Agreement, then the finance company can be brought into the arguement. Did the Dealer arrange finance on the car for you?