bought a used car now i have thermostat problems?

Question

Bought a used car from a used car dealers. The car engine has started over heating, no heat from Radiator, Been told it could be a thermostat problem this is 2 days after i purchased the vehicle.

Phoned the car dealer they have said to bring vehicle in. Did a quick check under trading standards I have a right to repair or refund as the car was not roadworthy.

So my question is legally they are required to repair the vehicle without making me pay, if im correct?

Answer 1

Hmm. Sorry to say but you should have been more careful when buying a used car. You should have done your research like checking in carlistglobal.com or something like that for a better knowledge and tips of buying used cars.

Those sites give you like simple and easy instructions to helpful tips to distinguish the best used car. :)

Answer 2

Its not the dealer trying to take away your rights having you sign as is forms. Its law that dealers have you sign these forms so there is no question if there is warranty with the car or not. Used cars must be sold as is or with warranty. If you signed documents stating you purchased it as is you are at the dealers mercy. However, you just bought it and he asked you to bring it in. Thats good. He can do whatever he wants, but no longer than you have had it he will probably be willing to remedy the situation if he is reputable. An overheating problem can be one of several different things. Radiator, thermostat, non working radiator fan, blown head gasket or cracked heads are most common. There is a chance of it being a thermostat but unfortunately its probably something more serious. Its always wise to get a used car checked by a mechanic before you purchase.

Answer 3

Cars, even brand new ones, need repairs at times. You have a faulty thermostat and the dealer said to bring it in. Do so. Get it fixed if it needs it.



Needing a thermostat doesn't equal "being faulty".

Answer 4

It depends what the contract or bill of sale says. It may say 'as is'. If you don't have a written warranty you may be out of luck but a thermostat doesn't cost that much. Hopefully you have checked the radiator to make sure it is full.

Answer 5

All that aside, replacing a thermostat is very cheap. If that is the only problem, why not just fix it?

Answer 6

a legal dealer gives a warrenty you are correct