Legal Question in Consumer Law in New York

Automotive Title 'Washing' Scam?

I purchased a vehicle six months ago in New York state and ran a carfax on it before purchasing showing a clean title.

Six months later I have spent countless dollars trying to figure out what is causing the engine to fail. I went to sell the vehicle on eBay and was denied a listing- The vehicle has a salvage title from IN. It seems according to an AutoCheck (More $$ out of pocket) the vehicle was totaled and then sent to NY state where it 'magically' appeared again with a clear title which the dealer sold me.

So after six months, my vehicle is almost dead and I find out I am a victim of title washing.

So I have any legal recourse? Is there a lawyer on here who can speak with me to follow up on this? I am now left with a $14,000 dollar 2006 year paperweight.


Asked on 5/26/09, 11:11 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Andrew M. Doktofsky Andrew M. Doktofsky, P.C.

Re: Automotive Title 'Washing' Scam?

If you purchased the car from a dealer, then you may have a claim. Depending on where in NY the dealer is located, I may be able to assist you. Please call or email my office to discuss further.

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Answered on 5/27/09, 11:34 am


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