Legal Question in Consumer Law in California

Used Car Sales

I am interested in buying a used car from a private party in Northern CA. The only issue is that she would like to keep the car for an extra 3 weeks before handing it over. If I make her an offer, what kind of contract should I propose? Should I give her a small deposit (the car value is 7,000) until the car can be handed over?

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Asked on 11/28/01, 6:24 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys
Ken Koury Kenneth P. Koury, Esq.

Re: Used Car Sales

dont buy it until she is ready to hand it over. as owner you would be responsible for any accidents she might get it.

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Answered on 11/28/01, 7:29 pm
Ken Koenen Koenen & Tokunaga, P.C.

Re: Used Car Sales

Do a contract indicating that you will not own the automobile until she is ready to deliver it to you. A VERY small deposit ($100 max.) will make it a legal contract. Do not allow her to drive the car after a sale.

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Answered on 11/28/01, 7:43 pm


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