Solicitor recommendations to pursue a car trader
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Hi
Looking for a recommendation of a good solicitor to pusue a car trader.
In short I sent my dad to buy a car for me a long distance away, the car drove well on the test drive with no problems (my dad was picked up from antrain station so the car was warm). Deal was done and car was purchased. My dad drove to a shell garage put some fuel in, when he started it, the car started to smoke badly out of the exhaust. He phoned the trader to which my father was told that it was probably just dirty fuel being pulled through the system as the car was low on fuel. My dad then parked in the garage for an hour or so whilst sorting insurance, upon starting the car again the smoke continued. He tried phoning the trader back several times but no answer. My dad then phoned me, told me and asked what he should do - as the trader did not take my dad back to a premises he did not know where he could return the car to - my dad said the smoke subsided so I felt I had no option but to tell my dad to come home (what were my options?).
The following morning I started the car again and low and behold plenty of bluey grey smoke. I have not driven the car since it was brought back to me and started to talk to the trader (of which most is in text format) to which he told me that my dad put the wrong fuel in and that the car was sold as seen, he said the car was inspected and deemed acceptable so its not his problem... having read a few websites I feel the trader has an obligation to repair the car or refund the whole price.
My main problem is I do not have a fixed address for the trader and he refused to provide one to me. Therefore, I am looking for a specialist solicitor who can advise me as to my position. If I am not able to pursue then i will accept this however I want a solicitor to advise me on it.
Anybodynknow of a good one who they could recommend?
Looking for a recommendation of a good solicitor to pusue a car trader.
In short I sent my dad to buy a car for me a long distance away, the car drove well on the test drive with no problems (my dad was picked up from antrain station so the car was warm). Deal was done and car was purchased. My dad drove to a shell garage put some fuel in, when he started it, the car started to smoke badly out of the exhaust. He phoned the trader to which my father was told that it was probably just dirty fuel being pulled through the system as the car was low on fuel. My dad then parked in the garage for an hour or so whilst sorting insurance, upon starting the car again the smoke continued. He tried phoning the trader back several times but no answer. My dad then phoned me, told me and asked what he should do - as the trader did not take my dad back to a premises he did not know where he could return the car to - my dad said the smoke subsided so I felt I had no option but to tell my dad to come home (what were my options?).
The following morning I started the car again and low and behold plenty of bluey grey smoke. I have not driven the car since it was brought back to me and started to talk to the trader (of which most is in text format) to which he told me that my dad put the wrong fuel in and that the car was sold as seen, he said the car was inspected and deemed acceptable so its not his problem... having read a few websites I feel the trader has an obligation to repair the car or refund the whole price.
My main problem is I do not have a fixed address for the trader and he refused to provide one to me. Therefore, I am looking for a specialist solicitor who can advise me as to my position. If I am not able to pursue then i will accept this however I want a solicitor to advise me on it.
Anybodynknow of a good one who they could recommend?
xjay1337 said:
Is he a trader?
Or was it a private sale.
Plenty of documentation online, no need for lawyers at this early stage.
Make a complaint in writing.
Yes he said he was a trader.Or was it a private sale.
Plenty of documentation online, no need for lawyers at this early stage.
Make a complaint in writing.
He has stated it is not his problem and therefore not willing to repair, replace or refund. Online documentation seems to suggest trying to resolve with the trader before any legal proceedings but the guy is not interested...
Also I dont have an address for him
The Spruce goose said:
you don't need a solicitor yet as posted above. what is the car, have you link to advert?
192.com can find addressees if you know his name. the dvla may supply this(not sure). i would hire a private dick before a solicitor.
Not sure I want to post a link to the ad or state the car incase he reads this.192.com can find addressees if you know his name. the dvla may supply this(not sure). i would hire a private dick before a solicitor.
I used an electoral search site to get an address but I dont think it is correct?
A private dick may be the way to go to get the right info. I did a bank transfer, would his bank be able to pass on correspondance?
The Spruce goose said:
you don't need a solicitor yet as posted above. what is the car, have you link to advert?
192.com can find addressees if you know his name. the dvla may supply this(not sure). i would hire a private dick before a solicitor.
At what point do I need a solicitor?192.com can find addressees if you know his name. the dvla may supply this(not sure). i would hire a private dick before a solicitor.
I ask as he has refused to help and will not communicate anymore...
Have you googled his mobile number?
Unfortunately you have done pretty much everything wrong when buying a car, not gone yourself, not seen it cold, not been to a physical address, not bought from a dealership or a private seller but a 'trader'.
You're now feeling it.
First port of call is to find out what the fault is, it might be a blocked breather or whatever, it might need a new engine.
Unfortunately you have done pretty much everything wrong when buying a car, not gone yourself, not seen it cold, not been to a physical address, not bought from a dealership or a private seller but a 'trader'.
You're now feeling it.
First port of call is to find out what the fault is, it might be a blocked breather or whatever, it might need a new engine.
Butter Face said:
Have you googled his mobile number?
Unfortunately you have done pretty much everything wrong when buying a car, not gone yourself, not seen it cold, not been to a physical address, not bought from a dealership or a private seller but a 'trader'.
You're now feeling it.
First port of call is to find out what the fault is, it might be a blocked breather or whatever, it might need a new engine.
I know I am a fool but on paper the car was everything you should look for.... one lady owner and full audi historyUnfortunately you have done pretty much everything wrong when buying a car, not gone yourself, not seen it cold, not been to a physical address, not bought from a dealership or a private seller but a 'trader'.
You're now feeling it.
First port of call is to find out what the fault is, it might be a blocked breather or whatever, it might need a new engine.
Yes hence I have booked it in to audi. If its a relatively small amount (I.e. £500) then I'll take it on the chin but if its a massive repair then I am hoping I can reclaim some costs
munkynutz said:
At what point do I need a solicitor?
I ask as he has refused to help and will not communicate anymore...
the thing is you will be paying money for stuff you can do. and i really can't see how they will find someone for you without them paying a pi.I ask as he has refused to help and will not communicate anymore...
the trader will be selling other cars, so the best way/simpliest is to meet him again or get someone to do it.
The Spruce goose said:
the thing is you will be paying money for stuff you can do. and i really can't see how they will find someone for you without them paying a pi.
the trader will be selling other cars, so the best way/simpliest is to meet him again or get someone to do it.
Good point. Thank you for pointing this outthe trader will be selling other cars, so the best way/simpliest is to meet him again or get someone to do it.
munkynutz said:
In short I sent my dad to buy a car for me a long distance away, the car drove well on the test drive with no problems (my dad was picked up from antrain station so the car was warm). Deal was done and car was purchased.
the trader did not take my dad back to a premises
My main problem is I do not have a fixed address for the trader and he refused to provide one to me.
I'm sure you don't need telling...the trader did not take my dad back to a premises
My main problem is I do not have a fixed address for the trader and he refused to provide one to me.
Anyway...
You've bought a car that obviously and consistently smokes, yet your father didn't notice on a brief test-drive before you agreed the purchase.
You bought it from somebody who's probably a trader, but who you only have a (mobile?) phone number for.
How much was the car, how old? How much money, time, effort and blood pressure do you want to invest on the off-chance that you'll get some recompense?
How much are we talking about for the car here and any possible work that needs to done to it? In any case, I would wait for Audi to come back to you before you get solicitors and private eyes involved as this will not be cheap.
When he said he was a trader was that verbal or is it written down somewhere?
Notwithstanding the textbook of comedy errors in the whole scenario buying this car, i wish you the very best OP.
- Always meet at a place that the seller lives or works (as best you can tell)
- Start car from cold if possible
Did you do an HPI check or similar?
When he said he was a trader was that verbal or is it written down somewhere?
Notwithstanding the textbook of comedy errors in the whole scenario buying this car, i wish you the very best OP.
- Always meet at a place that the seller lives or works (as best you can tell)
- Start car from cold if possible
Did you do an HPI check or similar?
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