I have just purchased a second hand car from the small ads of the local newspaper but after only one week the clutch has gone. Can I sue the seller for compensation as Ive only just bought the car?
Consumers have far fewer rights when purchasing any goods from private sellers (as opposed to buying from traders). The law requires that goods sold privately only have to be as described and they do not have to meet any minimum quality standards (except vehicles must be roadworthy and not sold in a dangerous condition). Even if the vehicle was described as very good condition you would need to prove this wasn’t the case at the time of the sale. The fact that the clutch has gone doesn’t necessarily prove that the vehicle wasn’t in good condition.
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- I have just purchased a second hand car from the small ads of the local newspaper but after only one week the clutch has gone. Can I sue the seller for compensation as Ive only just bought the car?
- Do I have any rights if I buy from a private seller e.g. a car or other goods from a small advert in the local paper?
- Shouldnt I just put the car in my local free newspaper?
