When you buy a vehicle from a Pennsylvania dealership, you trust that they have been honest about its history. The law requires them to provide a written disclosure – stating clearly if the car has a salvage or rebuilt brand – before the sale is finalized. Finding out...
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Did your “all-original” muscle car come with aftermarket parts?
You love American muscle and you worked hard to save for that second-car splurge. Maybe you found a classic that runs well and looks sharp with the seller promising a "numbers-matching" car. After agreeing with the price you get it home. But then eventually, you spot...
Why buying a car in December may expose you to more fraud
Holiday commercials show happy people getting cars with big red bows as amazing year-end deals. The ads make December car shopping look perfect. What the ads don't tell you is that December creates ideal conditions for dealer fraud and tricks that can hurt your wallet...
Is your new car a lemon? PA’s Lemon Law explained
Nothing is more frustrating than the check engine light glowing in a car you just bought. You purchased a new vehicle expecting reliability, not immediate and constant visits to the service department. When a new car has serious, recurring problems, you may feel...
How car dealers mislead buyers on add-ons
Buying a car should feel exciting. For many in Philadelphia, it turns into stress and regret. Hidden fees, surprise charges and confusing contracts leave buyers paying much more than expected. One major cause is the addition of products and extended warranties. Here's...
Fake certification claims in certified pre-owned vehicles
Buying a car is a major investment and for many in Pennsylvania, a Certified Pre-Owned (CPO) vehicle feels like a smart middle ground. It is more reliable than a typical used car but less expensive than new. But what if that certification is fake? Some dealerships...
3 requirements for classifying a Pennsylvania car as a lemon
When quality is a key consideration, buying a new vehicle rather than a used one can be a smart move. Despite disclosure regulations, it is very difficult to ensure the quality of a used vehicle. There could be latent defects or issues that the previous owner...
Red flags to look for when buying a used car
When you go to the dealership and buy a used car instead of a new car, you’re probably looking to make a sound financial decision. You know that new cars lose a lot of value as soon as they drive off of the lot. You hope that you can buy a used car that will be nearly...
When does a new Pennsylvania vehicle officially become a lemon?
There are many reasons that people choose to purchase brand-new vehicles rather than used ones. Even when you have a mechanic you trust inspect a pre-owned vehicle, you never truly know how the previous owner may have abused the vehicle or failed to properly maintain...
Did you buy a faulty vehicle in Pennsylvania?
As a consumer who spent tens of thousands of dollars on a vehicle, you expected that it would be in the condition that you were told it was in. You thought that your vehicle would last for many years without any significant mechanical failures and that the warranties...