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Old 07-02-2007, 02:22 PM   #20 (permalink)
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Originally Posted by Sion
Lasereth, what was the purchase price? And, most importantly, how was it financed?

If the purchase price was, say, $7000 and you are financed through the dealership, a threat to quit making payments might get them to budge where nothing else will. Just be sure not to store the car at your residence. Leave it with a friend, so it can't be repo-ed.

If you are not financed through the dealership, then take the matter up with your lending institution. They may be able to pressure the dealer to do something.

good luck.
I would caution you on witholding payments unless you can handle a major ding in your credit. Since you purchased the car caveat emptor, you are basically stuck.

Most people spend the money to have an inspection by a trusted third party. Even that might not detect transmission problems. And if you believe a used car salesman when they say the car was inpsected, well...ever hear of swamp land?

Like Cynthetique said earlier, just look at this as a $1,500 learning experience. And when you do have it fixed, at least you'll know it won't break any time soon!

Also, if the car had a 30 warranty, what was covered? The transmission is part of the drive train, which is usually the portion with the longest coverage.
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