Carvana In Trouble
https://thehustle.co/11082022-carvana/
Consumer Reports Buying Guide
https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/buying-a-car/how-to-buy-a-used-car-a5221672417/
Ca Buyer’s Bill of Rights
https://www.dmv.ca.gov/portal/car-buyers-bill-of-rights-ffvr-35/
What Happens if the Dealership Doesn’t Pay Off the Car You Traded In?
https://www.motorbiscuit.com/happens-dealership-doesnt-pay-car-trading/
Mr. and Mrs. J purchased a used vehicle from a dealership in Northern California. The dealership failed to complete the registration and transfer of ownership of the vehicle with the DMV. Our firm sued and within two months, our clients were paid monetary damages for the loss of use of their vehicle and received the registration.
Mr. S paid off his loan on a motorcycle in 2021. After paying off the loan, the lender failed to provide him with the clear title to the motorcycle. Our firm sued the lender and Mr. S was paid statutory damages for the lender’s failure to transfer the title for the motorcycle to him.
Mr. G retained our firm to assist him in recovering his downpayment after he cancelled the purchase of a vehicle. Within one month, Mr. G was reimbursed for the downpayment.
Mr. A sued a car dealer in Riverside County because it failed to pay off his loan on a trade-in vehicle within twenty-one days of acquiring the vehicle from him. He retained our law firm to force the dealership to pay off the loan. After we filed the lawsuit, the dealership paid off the loan and paid Mr. A monetary damages for the delay and credit damage.
Ms. C purchased a vehicle from a dealership in Orange, California. The dealership did not complete the registration with the DMV so she retained our law firm to force the dealership to complete the transfer of the registration and ownership of the vehicle to her. After filing the lawsuit on behalf of Ms. C, the dealership completed the registration with the DMV and paid Ms. C for her inability to use the vehicle while it was not registered to her.
Mr. M financed the purchase of a vehicle with a major auto lender. California law requires a lender to provide a consumer who paid off an auto loan with the title within fifteen days. The lender did not do so. After the lender ignored Mr. M for months, our firm obtained the title and monetary damages for Mr. M from the Lender.
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Show Notes
We love our cars! Over 14.5 million cars were sold in 2020 - down from 2019, but still a lot considering the economic impact of the pandemic. Buying a car is something that most of us will experience at least once in our lifetime and often we say, "I got a great deal!" But did you, really? Talk Wealth to Me sits down with Sharon Glassey of Glassey | Smith (californiaconsumerattorneys.com). Sharon has more than 20 years of experience litigating auto fraud, lemon law and Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA) cases throughout California. We cover the biggest mistakes people make when they walk on a car lot and what to avoid. If you have ever had that feeling of clammy hands, nerves, excitement or buyer's remorse, you won't want to miss this episode.
Our client bought a vehicle from Downtown LA Motors in Los Angeles, CA. She alleged that Downtown LA Motors had not registered the vehicle to our client, despite several months passing since purchase. Glassey | Smith successfully obtained monetary damages for our client. If you purchased a vehicle and have not received the registration or plates, please call our office for a free consultation.
Our office represented a consumer who purchased a certified pre-owned vehicle from Audi South Coast in Santa Ana, CA. We alleged that Audi South Coast sold him a vehicle that had sustained substantial accident damage prior to sale, in violation of Audi’s CPO program. If you believe that Audi South Coast sold you a defective vehicle, please contact our office to speak with an experienced attorney.
Glassey | Smith obtained monetary damages for a consumer who purchased a vehicle from Nexstop Motorsports in Sacramento, CA. The consumer alleged that Nextstop Motorsports had not registered the vehicle to our client, despite our client’s temporary registration for the vehicle having expired. If you purchased a car from Nexstop Motorsports and have not received plates or registration, call our office for a free consultation.
Our clients purchased a vehicle from Lithia Ford of Fresno in Fresno, CA. As part of the sale, our clients traded in their present vehicle. Our clients claimed they suffered credit damage as a result of Lithia Ford Lincoln of Fresno failing to timely pay off our client’s outstanding loan on the trade-in. Glassey | Smith was able to obtain a favorable result for our clients. If you traded in a vehicle to Lithia Ford Lincoln of Fresno, and the trade-in’s loan has not been paid off, please contact our office to discuss your legal rights.
A consumer purchased a vehicle from Rydell Automotive Group in Northridge, CA. The consumer alleged that the vehicle suffered from multiple substantial mechanical defects. Our firm successfully obtained a favorable result for the consumer. If you believe Rydell Automotive Group sold you a defective vehicle, call our office for a free consultation.
Glassey | Smith successfully obtained monetary damages for a consumer who purchased a vehicle from Newport Coast Auto in Costa Mesa, CA. Our client alleged Newport Coast Auto sold our client a vehicle that was not only equipped illegal emissions parts, but also plagued by engine issues. If you believe Newport Coast Auto has sold you a defective vehicle, call our office to speak with an experienced attorney.
Our office represented a consumer who purchased a vehicle from Pacific Honda. The consumer alleged that Pacific Honda had not registered the vehicle to the consumer, despite more than 90 days passing since purchase. Glassey | Smith was able to obtain a favorable result for the consumer. If you purchased a vehicle from Pacific Honda and have not received the vehicle’s plates or registration, call our office for a free consultation.
Glassey | Smith was able to obtain a favorable result for a client who purchased a vehicle from Sunrise Auto Source. Our client alleged that Sunrise Auto Source obtained financing for our client through fraudulent means. This resulted in our client paying higher monthly payments than she had originally agreed. If you believe Sunrise Auto Source engaged in fraudulent conduct while selling you a vehicle, please contact our office to discuss your legal options.
Glassey | Smith successfully represented a client who leased a vehicle from Rolls Royce Motor Cars Orange County. Our client alleged the leased vehicle suffered from multiple mechanical defects. If you believe Rolls-Royce Motor Cars Orange County sold you a defective vehicle, please contact our office for a free consultation.
Our office successfully represented consumers who purchased a vehicle from Volkswagen of Stockton. Our clients alleged that they never received the registration for the vehicle after purchase. If you purchased a vehicle from Volkswagen of Stockton and have not received the vehicle’s registration or plates, please contact our office to speak with an experienced attorney.
Our clients purchased a new vehicle from Orange Coast Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram Fiat. Our clients claimed the vehicle was plagued with engine and transmission issues. We obtained a favorable result for our clients. If you believe Orange Coast Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram Fiat sold you a defective vehicle, please contact our office for a free consultation.
Glassey | Smith successfully represented a consumer who purchased a new vehicle from Stockton Dodge Chrysler Jeep Ram in Stockton, CA. Our client claimed Stockton Dodge sold our client a defective vehicle that suffered from many mechanical defects. If you believe Stockton Dodge Chrysler Jeep Ram sold you a defective car, contact our office to discuss your legal options.
A consumer contacted us regarding a vehicle she purchased from South Coast Toyota in Costa Mesa, CA. The consumer alleged that South Coast Toyota charged her more than the vehicle’s advertised price. Our office successfully represented the consumer in obtaining monetary damages. If you believe South Coast Toyota charged you more than the advertised price for a vehicle, please contact our office for a free consultation.
Our firm successfully represented consumers who purchased a new vehicle from DCH of Temecula. Our clients alleged DCH of Temecula sold our clients a vehicle that suffered from multiple mechanical defects, which were not repaired under warranty. If you believe DCH of Temecula sold you a defective vehicle, please call our office to discuss your legal options.
Glassey | Smith obtained a favorable result for a consumer who purchased a vehicle from United Imports in San Jose, CA. Our client alleged that United Imports failed to timely register our client’s vehicle. If you purchased a vehicle from United Imports and have not received your plates or registration, please call our office for a free consultation.
Our office represented a consumer in a dispute with Kearny Mesa Acura, involving the purchase of a used vehicle. The consumer alleged Kearny Mesa Acura sold him a vehicle with illegal emissions equipment. This is illegal! Glassey | Smith was not only able to obtain a favorable result for our client, but also able to do so without the need to file a lawsuit. If Kearny Mesa Acura sold you a vehicle with illegal emissions equipment, please call our office for a free consultation.
Our office successfully represented consumers who were involved in a dispute with Golden Auto Group, Inc. in Corona, CA. Our clients alleged Golden Auto Group, Inc. misrepresented that a vehicle was stock, when it was equipped with illegal, aftermarket emissions parts. If you purchased a vehicle from Golden Auto Group, Inc. that is equipped with illegal aftermarket parts, or missing required emissions parts, contact our office to discuss your options.
Auto dealers have developed a sophisticated selling system designed to entice you into the dealership, wear down your objections to buying, and keep you in a vehicle after the sale.
If you are one of the tens of thousands of California consumers that are cheated by unscrupulous car dealerships every year, you can do something about it!
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