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Sold a faulty car from dealership
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paddedjohn wrote: »After pondering on this for a couple of hours i realise that the dealer may not have to do anything at all. The OP bought a car which while worn is not broke as it is being driven, if wear was a factor in the SOGA then what about the wear on the tyres/clutch/brake pads/discs etc? would a dealer have to renew these aswell? The timing chain is an item that needs changing on a regular basis just like other parts of the car and although it is rattling its not failed yet.
Don't think TS would agree, especially as the OP has only had the car a week. As previously been said, VX's do have a known cam shaft bolt problem so the 'dealer' would be aware of this. I do find it strange that the OP's local VX dealer won't even have a listen to it without charging for it. They would be the most likely people to indentify the noise.
In any event, you seem to be suggesting that the OP sorts this out himself before giving the dealer sufficient opportunity to inspect and rectify. Should the OP follow your advice before putting in writing a request that the selling dealer inspects the car, he may predjudice his rights under the SOGA.
I would urge the OP to speak to his local TS for advice on this. However, if it was me I would ring a couple of VX dealers to see if they will offer any advice on the noise. He may come across one that will take a quick look without charging him.PLEASE NOTEMy advice should be used as guidance only. You should always obtain face to face professional advice before taking any action.0 -
paddedjohn wrote: »After pondering on this for a couple of hours i realise that the dealer may not have to do anything at all. The OP bought a car which while worn is not broke as it is being driven, if wear was a factor in the SOGA then what about the wear on the tyres/clutch/brake pads/discs etc? would a dealer have to renew these aswell? The timing chain is an item that needs changing on a regular basis just like other parts of the car and although it is rattling its not failed yet.
The SOGA does cover these things; under "fit for purpose and of merchantable quality."The greater danger, for most of us, lies not in setting our aim too high and falling short; but in setting our aim too low and achieving our mark0 -
The SOGA does cover these things; under "fit for purpose and of merchantable quality."
and the timing chain (if this is indeed the fault) is fit for purpose as it is controlling the timing, it may rattle but it works. it is after all a 7 yr old car not a new one.Be Alert..........Britain needs lerts.0 -
paddedjohn wrote: »and the timing chain (if this is indeed the fault) is fit for purpose as it is controlling the timing, it may rattle but it works. it is after all a 7 yr old car not a new one.
But it is not of merchantable quality.The greater danger, for most of us, lies not in setting our aim too high and falling short; but in setting our aim too low and achieving our mark0 -
But it is not of merchantable quality.
Agree.
Particularly if they have sold it at full rate and without pointing the fault out."If you act like an illiterate man, your learning will never stop... Being uneducated, you have no fear of the future.".....
"big business is parasitic, like a mosquito, whereas I prefer the lighter touch, like that of a butterfly. "A butterfly can suck honey from the flower without damaging it," "Arunachalam Muruganantham0 -
what does merchantable quality mean? the chain is doing its job so is fit for purpose.Be Alert..........Britain needs lerts.0
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grizzly1911 wrote: »Agree.
Particularly if they have sold it at full rate and without pointing the fault out.
they said the car was basically from the bargain bin so I doubt it was sold at full market rate.Everyones opinion is the most important.....no wonder nothing is ever agreed on.0 -
pitkin2020 wrote: »they said the car was basically from the bargain bin so I doubt it was sold at full market rate.
It doesn't make any difference what price the consumer pays.The greater danger, for most of us, lies not in setting our aim too high and falling short; but in setting our aim too low and achieving our mark0 -
desribe as in this case
If the timing chain, or its function, is going to fail imminently, it is not of merchantable quality. If it is making a noise, different to what it should be, it is not of merchantable quality.The greater danger, for most of us, lies not in setting our aim too high and falling short; but in setting our aim too low and achieving our mark0
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