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Re: Hmm, what to do..
[Re: djjd05]
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15/11/2009 19:14
15/11/2009 19:14
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samsite999
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its a sticky situation mate, I had a sale go bad on me once, I was the new buyer of the car and it spun its shells on the way home I did seek legal advice, I was told I could take it to the small claim's court but it would not be a easy one to win, and truth be told it probably was not worth the time, money or effort. I just ended up sucking it up and paying the bill With out jumping in on any side as I have no idea what the story is, I recommend you both try and come to a amicable arrangement before it gets messy
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Re: Hmm, what to do..
[Re: samsite999]
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15/11/2009 19:29
15/11/2009 19:29
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Vickster
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Vickster
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As the seller, you should have sent the V5 yourself no?
Caveat emptor in a private sale, don't think he has any come back
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Re: Hmm, what to do..
[Re: djjd05]
#934946
15/11/2009 19:38
15/11/2009 19:38
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proccy
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proccy
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so the v5 was in your name? is it legal for him to tax it then? i'd see what emjay or stan have to say, but i'm pretty sure that legally you're on safe ground. i assume there are witnesses to the sale and purchase to verify it wasn't a trial or anything?
sad situation, but i'd stick it out for now despite feeling bad about it
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Re: Hmm, what to do..
[Re: djjd05]
#934981
15/11/2009 20:48
15/11/2009 20:48
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samsite999
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if the problems were not there when the car was sold, and to the best of your knowledge it was not sold with any underlying conditions then there is little to feel guilty about. here is the law as best as I can see it explained Linky to "private sales rights" At the end of the day there are expectations with everything, some higher and some lower than they should be. The steaming up issue is just what they do, All 5 of mine have done it. The tick over issue could be any number of reasons, weak/broken coil pack, connection, plugs. Thats the really sticky point...but that depends on what kind of person you are. If you have been honest, the best thing you can do is be as helpful as possible, pass him to the forum and in the direction of the information he/she needs. Most likely its all relativity silly odds and sods At the end of the day, its down to you to decide what's right and fair
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Re: Hmm, what to do..
[Re: djjd05]
#935029
15/11/2009 21:47
15/11/2009 21:47
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Enforcer
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Enforcer
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If the car is in good condition, and he is going to be troublesome, it might be better for you to take it back and refund his money. I don't think you are under the slightest obligation to do so, but sometimes, unfortunately, we are wise to waive our rights for the sake of peace and tranquility.
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Re: Hmm, what to do..
[Re: sugerbear]
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16/11/2009 00:03
16/11/2009 00:03
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Rog20VT
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it doesnt sound like anything serious, why doesnt the new owner get it looked at? I think you shouldn't give any any money back, problems can occur with used cars, and that is the buyers responsibility to ensure he is happy that the car is suitable via available checks. Tell him to call a specialist and get some idea of what it could be.
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Re: Hmm, what to do..
[Re: Sedicivalvole]
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16/11/2009 12:36
16/11/2009 12:36
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Akeme
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Akeme
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lol..yeah i was gonna write that!
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Re: Hmm, what to do..
[Re: Rog20VT]
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16/11/2009 14:39
16/11/2009 14:39
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Catman11
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he gave you money , you gave him keys . if he wants to give you the car back , then take it .Do not however give him back his money. Car bought as seen , thats why lots of people buy at over inflated prices from garages - so you do have some comeback. not in a private sale
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Re: Hmm, what to do..
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#936257
17/11/2009 23:46
17/11/2009 23:46
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DMCOUPE
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I wish that we could all be as obliging with our advice as you have been for djjd05. Indead the problems with the car may turn out to be minor, but having been stung on a previous private car purchase, I admit a little over-reaction, but I had hoped with all the research I had done before buying my second coupe, it would be one that would not imediately cost me money, but I supose thats second hand cars for you. Matt.
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Re: Hmm, what to do..
[Re: sugerbear]
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18/11/2009 01:02
18/11/2009 01:02
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benje
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I remember selling mine for the first time, buyer came round, went on a test drive for 1 hour, sign the documents over, hand money over, less than 200 yards down the road, the clutch disintergrates!
I gave him his money back, my mates took the piss, but perhaps I'm too nice!
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Re: Hmm, what to do..
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#936625
18/11/2009 14:16
18/11/2009 14:16
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proccy
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proccy
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I wish that we could all be as obliging with our advice as you have been for djjd05. Indead the problems with the car may turn out to be minor, but having been stung on a previous private car purchase, I admit a little over-reaction, but I had hoped with all the research I had done before buying my second coupe, it would be one that would not imediately cost me money, but I supose thats second hand cars for you. Matt. oooo another e.mids coupe! (assuming it's the swad near burton?) welcome matey, get to the donongton meet on 29th and meet some other localish owners - tons and tons of advice and information on this site....
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Re: Hmm, what to do..
[Re: sugerbear]
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18/11/2009 18:36
18/11/2009 18:36
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MattCoupe
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I was going to stay out of this cos i could be seen as being bias, however this is definately not the case...... Matt (DMCOUPE) is a good friend of mine and before buying the car from djjd05 he came to look around mine and drive it for comparitive reasons. Now my Coupe is far from being perfect however in comparison to Matts new one it could be described as a dream.... Matt did a lot of research into this car and having already owned one perhaps his expectations were high, but the Coupe steaming up IS a problem as it smells of coolant and was a problem for Djjd05 in April this year apparantly it never got sorted, theres the first problem. Matt was unable to drive the car due to there being no road tax so had to trust answers from the seller. The gearbox is very stiff which may be due to it being of road for some time but even on the drive home the car was under performing. 2 pipes were loose which Matt thought may have fixed the problem but didnt.... and he rang me the day after to demonstrate the cutting out problem hes got with the car. In conclusion i hope i have given an unbias review on this whole deal and i, and hopefully many of you will welcome Matt to the wonderful world of Coupe and offer advise as necessary with fixing the car and having it running the way it should be. Matt
Last edited by MattCoupe; 18/11/2009 19:25.
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Re: Hmm, what to do..
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#936867
18/11/2009 19:01
18/11/2009 19:01
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Rog20VT
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Has he joined the forum then? When Gianni (Raven on here) owned this car it was very nice so these problems must have arisen since then. It sounds like either a dodgy door seal letting water in, or the heater matrix leaking coolant into the cabin. If the car had no tax and couldnt be tested, id have not bought it personally. In any case, im sure Matt will find enough help to get these issues sorted. Its a lot of car for circa £1500 even with these small problems.
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Re: Hmm, what to do..
[Re: Rog20VT]
#936877
18/11/2009 19:16
18/11/2009 19:16
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If the car had no tax and couldnt be tested, id have not bought it personally. Abso'flaming'lutely... I am so sorry, and no offence to your friend, but never buy a car without driving it, you are opening yourself up to all sorts of problems there, as he has found out to his future expense! But as Rog says, once sorted it will be a good car again.
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