Common Red Flags of Dealer Auto Fraud When Buying a Used Car in California
Buying a used car can be exciting—but it can also be risky if you’re not aware of the common warning signs to watch out for. Unfortunately, some car dealers in California...
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California Dealers Selling Branded Title Vehicles Without Telling You? Here’s What You Must Know
"They Never Told Me the Car Had a Branded Title" A California consumer thought she had found the perfect used SUV at a dealership in Bakersfield. It was a great price, low...
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California Car Dealers Selling Salvage Title Cars Without Telling You? Know Your Rights Now
"I Didn’t Know It Was Salvage Until It Was Too Late" “Ashley” was thrilled when she bought her first car from a dealership in Los Angeles. It looked flawless, drove...
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California Car Dealers Selling Former Uber, Lyft, or Taxi Cars Without Telling You? Here’s What You Must Know
"They Didn’t Tell Me It Was an Uber Car" “Marcus” thought he had scored a deal when he bought a clean-looking SUV from a dealer in San Jose. The mileage looked reasonable....
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California Dealers Selling Lemon Law Buybacks Without Telling You? Here’s What You Need to Know
"They Didn’t Tell Me It Was a Lemon Buyback" “Kelly” was excited about his new-to-her sedan from a dealer in Fresno. The car looked clean, drove well, and had low mileage....
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California Auto Fraud: Undisclosed Accident History in Used Cars
“This Car's Never Been in an Accident…” Imagine being told that your new used car is in "perfect condition"—no accidents, no damage, just a reliable ride. You feel relief,...
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Overcharged Vehicle License Fees in California: What Dealers Don’t Want You to Know
Why did my registration cost so much? You just bought a car. You're thrilled—until you look at your contract. Something doesn't add up. Why did your vehicle license fee...
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California Car Dealers Must Honor Advertised Prices — No Exceptions
"They said the price was $21,999 online. At the dealership, it became $25,500 — plus add-ons I never agreed to. Is this even legal?" A Common (and Costly) Scenario for...
Read MoreWhat Is Auto Dealer Fraud? Understanding the Basics
Not every sale is honest. Some dealerships mislead buyers with hidden fees, rolled-back odometers, or deceptive financing terms. Others sell vehicles with undisclosed damage...
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