Legal Question in Consumer Law in New Jersey

auto dealer

Bought a car in mid June still dont have plates or reg. Dealer told me there is a problem with the title something to do with previous owner. My question is , Is the dealer aloud to sell a car if the title is not clear and what can I do about it. Thank you

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Asked on 8/16/05, 4:24 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys
Robert Davies The Davies Law Firm, P.A.

Re: auto dealer

you now have a serious problem, because you paid for the car and still do not own it. please contact me, and i can assist you in handling this. i have dealt with similar situations.

call at 973 890 0400.

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Answered on 8/16/05, 5:01 pm
John Corbett Corbett Law Firm LLC

Re: auto dealer

Apparently, the dealer sold you something that he did not own. All dealers know, or should know, that New Jersey is a "title State."

The act of selling something that you do not own fits within the definition of the Consumer Fraud Statute. The penalties for that are triple damages plus attorney fees.

You should consult a competent attorney immediately. The thing that comes to my mind is that the "problem with the title" may mean that the auto is a stolen vehicle. If that is the case, you cannot get good title and your recourse is only against the seller. So, the real question is "What is the financial picture of the seller."

Call if I can be of further help to you.

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Answered on 8/20/05, 11:34 am


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