Used-car Scams

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Many consumers in the market for a new vehicle opt for previously-owned cars. Used cars can be a bargain for struggling consumers, but purchasing a car with previous owners leaves buyers vulnerable to various fraud and scams by both used-car dealers and private sellers.


Common fraud & scams:

Defective Car Sales  
"Curbstoners"   

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Statistics:

According to StopCurbstoning.com, as many as one in five vehicles sold outside of dealerships are not legal private party car sales, but are illegal sales of curbstoned vehicles.

According to Better Business Bureau, the organization received 13,686 complaints concerning used-car auto dealers and 12,736 complaints concerning the auto repair and service industry across North America in 2009.