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Does Lemon Law Apply to Used Cars?

California lemon laws do not apply to used cars. You should always call a professional Los Angeles attorney specializing in lemon law for more information. If you are thinking of buying a new vehicle, a used car can prove to be unreliable and there would be little you could do about it. Some used cars are sold with a warranty and that is the only way to have some legal protection against malfunctions.

What is a lemon?

lemon_carA lemon is a car that fails to be repaired after four or more (depending on state laws) attempts. Lemon laws are important for protecting the consumer. Under the California lemon law, you are entitled to compensation from the manufacturer or the dealer.

Purchasing a lemon car can be very frustrating and sometimes dangerous. Serious malfunctions can endanger your life. Make sure you bring a mechanic when you shop for a used car.

How to approach buying a used car?

Since the California lemon laws apply only to new vehicles, does this mean that buying a used vehicle is completely unreliable? Not entirely. There are used cars that are sold with a warranty. The warranty entitles you to free repairs. If the manufacturer fails to repair the vehicle, lemon laws do apply and you can get compensation. Make sure you always discuss with a professional Los Angeles attorney specializing in lemon law to find out exactly if your situation is in accordance with California lemon laws.

You should remember that there are also laws that protect consumers. For example, it is illegal to deceive clients into purchasing a low quality vehicle. A dealer is obligated by law to give all the details about the state of the vehicle. In other words, the dealer cannot hide anything from you. This means that one of the best approaches to purchasing a car is to ask as many questions as possible.

If you want to find out more about Californian lemon laws, make sure to visit our website at https://www.lemonlawattorneyinla.com/ !

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