{"id":10937,"date":"2023-01-05T08:00:31","date_gmt":"2023-01-05T14:00:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/slls.org\/?p=10937"},"modified":"2023-09-05T22:19:27","modified_gmt":"2023-09-06T03:19:27","slug":"buying-a-used-car","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/slls.org\/en\/buying-a-used-car\/","title":{"rendered":"Know Your Rights: Buying a Used Car"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"pl-10937\"  class=\"panel-layout\" >\n<div id=\"pg-10937-0\"  class=\"panel-grid panel-no-style\" >\n<div id=\"pgc-10937-0-0\"  class=\"panel-grid-cell\"  data-weight=\"1\" >\n<div id=\"panel-10937-0-0-0\" class=\"so-panel widget widget_sow-editor panel-first-child panel-last-child\" data-index=\"0\" data-style=\"{&quot;background_image_attachment&quot;:false,&quot;background_display&quot;:&quot;tile&quot;,&quot;so_cpt_readonly&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;animation_event&quot;:&quot;enter&quot;,&quot;animation_screen_offset&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;animation_duration&quot;:&quot;1&quot;,&quot;animation_repeat&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;animation_hide&quot;:true,&quot;animation_disable_mobile&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;animation_state_end&quot;:&quot;visible&quot;,&quot;animation_delay&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;animation_debounce&quot;:&quot;0.1&quot;}\" >\n<div\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\tclass=\"so-widget-sow-editor so-widget-sow-editor-base\"\n\t\t\t\n\t\t><\/p>\n<div class=\"siteorigin-widget-tinymce textwidget\">\n<h6><em>The information provided on this post does not, and is not intended to, represent legal advice. All information available on this site is for general informational purposes only. <\/em>If you need legal help, you should contact a lawyer. You may be eligible for our free legal services and can apply by calling our Covid Legal Hotline at <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/slls.org\/covid-19\/\">1-844-244-7871<\/a><\/strong> or applying online<strong> <span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><a style=\"color: #0000ff;\" href=\"https:\/\/lastate.kempscaseworks.com\/\">here<\/a>.<\/span><\/strong><\/h6>\n<p>You have rights when you buy a used car, truck, or other vehicle. The text below uses the word used \u201ccar,\u201d but many of your rights apply to purchasing used trucks or other vehicles.<\/p>\n<p>Know your rights when buying from a dealer or a private person. Some rules apply only to dealers.<\/p>\n<p>Take steps to protect yourself and do your homework before you buy! Test, inspect and check the history of the car.<\/p>\n<h2>The Vehicle Information Number<\/h2>\n<p>Get the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) for the used car you want to buy.<\/p>\n<p>Keep the VIN in a safe place.<\/p>\n<p>You can use the VIN to find out about the used car you want to buy.<\/p>\n<h2>The Test Drive<\/h2>\n<p>Take the car on a test drive. Drive the car on hills, highways, and in stop-and-go traffic.<\/p>\n<h2>Inspect the Car<\/h2>\n<p>Examine the used car you want to buy. Use an inspection checklist when going over a used car inside and out.<\/p>\n<p>You can find used car inspection checklists in magazines, books, and trustworthy websites dealing with used cars.<\/p>\n<p>You might want to hire a mechanic to inspect the car. You will need to pay to have a mechanic inspect the used car.<\/p>\n<h2>Find out about the used car\u2019s history.<\/h2>\n<p>Get the car\u2019s maintenance and repair records. You can ask for maintenance or repair records from the owner, the dealer, or the repair shop.<\/p>\n<p>Check out reviews of the car\u2019s history. Use only reliable websites or trustworthy databases.<\/p>\n<p>Below is a government website that can tell you more about the used car you want to buy and the legal title for the car.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>The Department of Justice\u2019s National Motor Vehicle Title Information System (NMVTIS) (<a href=\"https:\/\/vehiclehistory.bja.ojp.gov\/\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><span style=\"color: #138a43; text-decoration: underline;\">https:\/\/vehiclehistory.bja.ojp.gov\/<\/span><\/span><\/a>).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Check for recalls<\/h2>\n<p>The federal government uses a \u201crecall\u201d to tell the public about car safety problems.<\/p>\n<p>Find out before you buy if there is a recall on the car you want. You can use the VIN to find out if the car has a recall.<\/p>\n<p>You can ask the dealer if the car has a recall. If there is a recall on the used car you want, you can find out if it was fixed. Do not rely on what the dealer says; use the car\u2019s VIN to check for recalls yourself.<\/p>\n<p>Enter the VIN on this website: <span style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: #138a43;\"><a style=\"color: #138a43; text-decoration: underline;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nhtsa.gov\/recalls\">https:\/\/www.nhtsa.gov\/recalls<\/a><\/span>. You can also call the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration\u2019s (NHTSA) Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.<\/p>\n<p>If there is a recall, ask the dealer to fix it or give you proof that the safety problem covered by the recall was fixed.\u00a0 Federal law does not require dealers to fix recalls on used cars. That means you might need to fix the recall issue yourself.<\/p>\n<p>If you buy the car, fix a problem listed in a recall immediately. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) warns that all safety recalls pose safety risks. Unfixed recall issues might cause accidents.<\/p>\n<p>Usually, a dealership that sells new cars for the make or brand you want to buy will fix a recall issue for free. This is another thing to check before you buy.<\/p>\n<h2>Get a Fair Price<\/h2>\n<p>Before you buy or put money down, find out what the car is worth. Only talk about the price once you have an idea of a fair price for that car.<\/p>\n<p>There are free websites with pricing information for used cars. Here are some examples of sites with used car prices:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>National Automobile Dealers Association\u2019s (NADA) Guides: (<span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><span style=\"color: #138a43;\"><a style=\"color: #138a43; text-decoration: underline;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nadaguides.com\/Cars\">https:\/\/www.nadaguides.com\/Vehicles<\/a><\/span><\/span>),<\/li>\n<li>Edmunds: (<span style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: #138a43;\"><a style=\"color: #138a43; text-decoration: underline;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.edmunds.com\/appraisal\/\">https:\/\/www.edmunds.com\/appraisal\/<\/a><\/span>),<\/li>\n<li>Kelley Blue Book: (<span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><span style=\"color: #138a43;\"><a style=\"color: #138a43; text-decoration: underline;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.kbb.com\/whats-my-car-worth\/\">https:\/\/www.kbb.com\/whats-my-vehicle-worth\/<\/a><\/span><\/span>).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Find out the costs to own and maintain the car.<\/h2>\n<p>The cost of owning a used car includes repairs and regular maintenance. Use trustworthy websites to find out how reliable the make and model of the used car might be.<\/p>\n<p>Some sites can tell you what repair problems happen with the type of car you want.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>You can learn more from the National Motor Vehicle Title Information System (NMVTIS) (<span style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: #138a43;\"><a style=\"color: #138a43; text-decoration: underline;\" href=\"https:\/\/vehiclehistory.bja.ojp.gov\/\">https:\/\/vehiclehistory.bja.ojp.gov\/<\/a><\/span>). NMVTIS has information about a car\u2019s title, odometer data, and damage history. Expect to pay a small fee for each report.<\/li>\n<li>The National Insurance Crime Bureau (NICB) (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.nicb.org\/vincheck\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><span style=\"color: #138a43; text-decoration: underline;\">https:\/\/www.nicb.org\/vincheck<\/span><\/span><\/a>) has a free database that includes flood damage, insurance claims, and other information.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>You can use the VIN to get this information and search online for companies that sell vehicle history reports. If the report isn\u2019t recent or it seems that things are missing or untrue, the information may not be complete. You may want to get a second report from a different reporting company. Some dealer websites have links to free reports.<\/p>\n<h2>The Buyer\u2019s Guide<\/h2>\n<p>The Federal Trade Commission, or \u201cFTC,\u201d is a government agency with rules about car sales, including used car sales. One rule says dealers must post a Buyer\u2019s Guide on every car for sale.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Dealers selling fewer than six vehicles a year do not need to post a Buyer\u2019s Guide.<\/li>\n<li>Dealers do not need to post a guide for motorcycles and most recreational vehicles.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The Buyer\u2019s Guide is important and must tell you these things:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>If the car is sold \u201cas is\u201d or with a warranty.<\/li>\n<li>What percent of repair costs will a dealer pay under warranty?<\/li>\n<li>A warning that spoken promises (meaning promises not in writing) are hard to enforce.<\/li>\n<li>A warning to get all promises in writing.<\/li>\n<li>A warning to keep the Buyers Guide for reference after the sale.<\/li>\n<li>A list of the major mechanical and electrical systems on the car, including some of the major problems you should look out for; and<\/li>\n<li>A warning that you should get an independent mechanic to inspect the car before you buy it.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>When you buy a used car from a dealer, get the original Buyer\u2019s Guide that was posted on the car. If you can\u2019t get the original buyer\u2019s guide, get a copy of the original Buyer\u2019s Guide.<\/p>\n<p>The Buyer\u2019s Guide must tell you if there are any negotiated changes in warranty coverage. Negotiated means worked out between the buyer and seller. The Buyer\u2019s Guide becomes part of your sales contract.<\/p>\n<p>The Buyer\u2019s Guide controls if there is a different term in the sales contract. Watch out for language about Warranties. If the Buyer\u2019s Guide says the car comes with a warranty and the contract says the car is sold \u201cas is,\u201d the dealer must give you the warranty described in the Buyer\u2019s Guide.<\/p>\n<h2>Find out about warranties and what it means to buy a car \u201cas is.\u201d<\/h2>\n<p>Louisiana law does not give buyers the same rights as they may have in another state.<\/p>\n<p>For Example: In Louisiana, car dealers are not required to give used car buyers a three-day right to cancel. Before you buy from a dealer, ask about the dealer\u2019s return policy. Get the return policy in writing. Read it carefully. You do not have any automatic right to cancel the sale at all.<\/p>\n<p>You only have a right to return the car in a few days for a refund if the dealer gives you this right. Dealers may describe the right to cancel as a \u201ccooling-off\u201d period, a money-back guarantee, or a \u201cno questions asked\u201d return policy.<\/p>\n<p>Ask about and read the dealer\u2019s return policy before you put any money down or buy the car. Get the return policy in writing. Read it carefully.<\/p>\n<h3>What does \u201cas is\u201d mean when buying a used car? Find out ahead of time what it means to buy \u201cas is.\u201d<\/h3>\n<p>In Louisiana, the sale is <strong>not<\/strong> \u201cas is\u201d unless the Buyer\u2019s Guide says so. A dealer must check the box next to \u201cAs Is \u2013 No Warranty\u201d on the Buyer\u2019s Guide to sell a car \u201cas is.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>What if the dealer says it will repair a car sold \u201cAs is \u2013 No Warranty\u201d? Do not rely on what the dealer says. Get any promise about repairs to a car sold \u201cas is\u201d added in writing as part of the Buyer\u2019s Guide. If you don\u2019t get the dealer\u2019s promise in writing in the Buyer\u2019s Guide, forcing the dealer to keep its word can be tough.<\/p>\n<h3>What kind of warranties cover do and do not cover your used car?<\/h3>\n<h4>Implied Warranties<\/h4>\n<p>If you have a written warranty that doesn\u2019t cover your problems, you might be covered by an \u201cimplied warranty.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>When a dealer sells a car with a written warranty or service contract, implied warranties are included automatically. There are some exceptions to this rule listed below.<\/p>\n<p>Louisiana law says that cars sold by dealers must meet reasonable quality standards. This is called an <strong>implied warranty. <\/strong>An implied warranty is an unspoken, unwritten promise from the seller to the buyer.<\/p>\n<p>Warning: dealers can add terms to the sale to undo the implied warranty. Dealers can write a notice with the words \u201cas is\u201d or \u201cwith all faults\u201d to undo the implied warranty.<\/p>\n<p>There is no set time limit to act on an implied warranty. There is more than one kind of Implied Warranty.<\/p>\n<h4>The Warranty of Merchantability<\/h4>\n<p>The most common type of implied warranty is called a \u201cwarranty of merchantability.\u201d This kind of warranty means the seller promises that the car will do what it\u2019s supposed to do.<\/p>\n<p>For example, a warranty that the car will run. The Warranty of Merchantability covers basic things a car is supposed to do but does not cover everything that could go wrong with the car. Breakdowns and other problems after you buy do not prove the seller violated the warranty of merchantability.<\/p>\n<p>The buyer must show that the problem was already there at the time of the sale. A problem after the sale might not be because of a defect at the time of sale.<\/p>\n<h4>Warranty of Fitness for a Particular Purpose<\/h4>\n<p>A &#8221;warranty of fitness for a particular purpose\u201d covers a sale based on the dealer\u2019s advice that the car is fit for a particular use.<\/p>\n<p>For Example, the dealer suggests you buy a specific car to haul a trailer. That means the dealer promises that the car can haul a trailer.<\/p>\n<p>Any limit on an implied warranty\u2019s time limit must be included in the written warranty.<\/p>\n<h4>What is a limited warranty?<\/h4>\n<p>Dealers may offer a full or limited warranty on all or some of a car\u2019s systems or parts. Most used car warranties are limited. What a limited warranty covers varies.<\/p>\n<p>A full (not limited) warranty includes the following terms and conditions:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Anyone who owns the car during the warranty period is entitled to warranty service.<\/li>\n<li>Warranty service will be provided free of charge. That includes things like removing and reinstalling a system covered by the warranty.<\/li>\n<li>You can decide whether to replace the car or get a full refund if the dealer cannot fix the car after trying a reasonable number of times.<\/li>\n<li>To get a warranty service, you must tell the dealer that the car needs a repair covered by the warranty. An exception is if the dealer can prove you must do more to qualify for warranty service.<\/li>\n<li>You only must tell the dealer that a warranty service is needed to get it unless the dealer can prove that it is reasonable for you to do more.<\/li>\n<li>Implied warranties have no time limits.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>If any of the things listed above are missing or excluded, the warranty is limited. A full or limited warranty doesn\u2019t have to cover the entire car. The dealer may say that only certain things about the car are covered.<\/p>\n<p>Some parts or systems may be covered by a full warranty. Other things about the car may have only a limited warranty. The dealer must check the appropriate box on the Buyers Guide to show if the warranty is full or limited. \u00a0Look for this information in the Buyer\u2019s Guide.<\/p>\n<p>The dealer must include the following information in the \u201cWarranty\u201d section of the Buyer\u2019s Guide:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>What part of the repair cost the dealer pays. For example: \u201cDealer will pay 100 percent of the labor and 100 percent of the parts&#8230;\u201d<\/li>\n<li>What things about the car are covered? For example, a warranty that covers the frame, body, or brake system.<\/li>\n<li>The back of the Buyers Guide lists the major systems where problems may occur.<\/li>\n<li>How long does the warranty last for each item covered? For example, \u201c30 days or 1,000 miles, whichever comes first.\u201d<\/li>\n<li>If there is a deductible. If there is a deductible, how much is the deductible?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Can I review the dealer\u2019s warranty before I buy the car?<\/h3>\n<p>You have the right to see a copy of the dealer\u2019s warranty before you buy. Review the dealer\u2019s warranty carefully to find out what is covered. Things to look for:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>How to get repairs done.<\/li>\n<li>That includes where repairs are done and who does repairs.<\/li>\n<li>Who must carry out what the warranty covers<\/li>\n<li>Check out who does the warranty work to see if others have reported problems with them.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>What can I do if I have problems after buying a used car?<\/h2>\n<p>You can contact the local Better Business Bureau (BBB) in your area to see if they can help you solve the problem. In the Greater New Orleans area, the BBB number is 504-581-6222.<\/p>\n<p>The Louisiana Used Motor Vehicle Commission \u201cLUMVC\u201d is responsible for licensing and regulating independent used car dealers. The LUMVC also investigates complaints about used motor vehicle sales, auctions, crushers, automotive dismantlers, rent with the option to purchase, daily rentals, and used parts and accessories.<\/p>\n<p>The LUMVC only covers dealerships. The LUMVC does not cover sales between individuals.<\/p>\n<h3>How do I file a complaint with LUMVC?<\/h3>\n<p>You can call the office at 800-256-2977. Or you can fill out a complaint form found at: <a href=\"https:\/\/lumvc.louisiana.gov\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/Consumer-Complaint-Process.pdf\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><span style=\"color: #138a43; text-decoration: underline;\">https:\/\/lumvc.louisiana.gov\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/Consumer-Complaint-Process.pdf<\/span><\/span><\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>The top of this form has information on where to send it to. Or you can file a LUMVC complaint online at: <span style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: #138a43;\"><a style=\"color: #138a43; text-decoration: underline;\" href=\"https:\/\/lumvc.louisiana.gov\/complaint-form\/\">https:\/\/lumvc.louisiana.gov\/complaint-form\/<\/a><\/span>.<\/p>\n<h2>Can I sue the seller if none of the above resolves my issues with the car?<\/h2>\n<p>Yes, you can sue.\u00a0 If you paid $5,000 or less for the car, you could sue the seller in Small Claims Court. For most parishes, Small Claims Court is in the Justice of the Peace Court.<\/p>\n<p>For more information about Small Claims Court, check here: <a href=\"https:\/\/lasc.libguides.com\/c.php?g=583267&amp;p=4027476\">https:\/\/lasc.libguides.com\/c.php?g=583267&amp;p=4027476<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>In Orleans Parish, Small Claims Court is in First Parish Court.<\/p>\n<p>If you live in Algiers, Orleans Parish Small Claims Court is in Second Parish Court. Learn more here: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.orleanscivildistrictcourt.org\/first-city-court-clerk\">https:\/\/www.orleanscivildistrictcourt.org\/first-city-court-clerk<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Learn more about buying a used car on this site from the State of Louisiana: <a href=\"https:\/\/lumvc.louisiana.gov\/facts-for-consumers-about-buying-a-used-car\/\">https:\/\/lumvc.louisiana.gov\/facts-for-consumers-about-buying-a-used-car\/<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<style type=\"text\/css\" class=\"panels-style\" data-panels-style-for-post=\"10937\">@import url(https:\/\/slls.org\/wp-content\/plugins\/siteorigin-panels\/css\/front-flex.min.css); #pgc-10937-0-0 { width:100%;width:calc(100% - ( 0 * 30px ) ) } #pg-10937-0 , #pl-10937 .so-panel { margin-bottom:30px } #pl-10937 .so-panel:last-of-type { margin-bottom:0px } @media (max-width:780px){ #pg-10937-0.panel-no-style, #pg-10937-0.panel-has-style > .panel-row-style, #pg-10937-0 { -webkit-flex-direction:column;-ms-flex-direction:column;flex-direction:column } #pg-10937-0 > .panel-grid-cell , #pg-10937-0 > .panel-row-style > .panel-grid-cell { width:100%;margin-right:0 } #pl-10937 .panel-grid-cell { padding:0 } #pl-10937 .panel-grid .panel-grid-cell-empty { display:none } #pl-10937 .panel-grid .panel-grid-cell-mobile-last { margin-bottom:0px }  } <\/style>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The information provided on this post does not, and is not intended to, represent legal advice. 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