Legal Question in Business Law in California

Vehicle Repo'ed after 2 years

I purchased a $7695.00 vehicle in 2004. I paid $5895.00 cash and the dealer arranged to have payments made to him, no bank involvement. After 3 days I had to repain intake manifold and tires and brakes for 1800.00. The salesman told me ''we will work something out'' After two years I get a call from the guys ''attorney'' saying I need to sign a new contract and work out a payment arrangement or he will take me to criminal court. I called him back left a message and 6 days later my car was taken in the night. Never received any letters and I think the ''attorney'' was repo man. On top of all that the company I bought the car from has changed names and the guys wife is proposed owner now. Is his actions legal? And if so why?


Asked on 10/11/06, 12:10 pm

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Re: Vehicle Repo'ed after 2 years

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Answered on 10/12/06, 2:48 pm
Terry A. Nelson Nelson & Lawless

Re: Vehicle Repo'ed after 2 years

The bottom line is that if you had a valid purchase contract, and didn't make the payments, they have a right to repossess. However, your other facts would give you grounds for legal action that you should have taken before the repossession. You need to quickly consult with an attorney to determine what must be done now. Feel free to contact me for help.

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Answered on 10/11/06, 2:19 pm


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