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gajagfan · 08-06-2013, 04:08 PM

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Originally Posted by Frank in MD

That is a popular myth, there is no cooling off period on cars. You sign and drive it off it's yours.

But at the deal on the contract. If they destroyed the only contract you signed, it is back on them. Period. You have a copy of that contract that they destroyed as well correct OP?

Frank in MD · 08-06-2013, 04:11 PM

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Originally Posted by gajagfan

But at the deal on the contract. If they destroyed the only contract you signed, it is back on them. Period. You have a copy of that contract that they destroyed as well correct OP?

Didn't I mention that in my very first post?

Biv08SS · 08-06-2013, 04:11 PM

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Originally Posted by Frank in MD

That is a popular myth, there is no cooling off period on cars. You sign and drive it off it's yours.

NOT true!!!!! Some states protect the consumer and you do have 3 days. But like I said in SOME states.

mr02Z/28 · 08-06-2013, 04:11 PM

Sorry, to hear that ..... I never had to bring in pay stubs for a purchase, not sure what that is about, usually they just pull my credit score ...

I'm in Phila., PA ....... what dealer did you try to buy from ?? I wonder if it is the same one I will never recommend for anything ..

cbass · 08-06-2013, 04:12 PM

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Originally Posted by Deathmore

Yes I drove the vehicle home last night at 9:00PM after I signed the original sales contact. I drove it back to them at 9:00AM this mourning to get the window fixed and give them the other $8,500 of my down payment. Unfortunately that's not what happened they instead shredded the Orignal Sales Contract and tried to get me to sign a new one. Which I refused to do.

I've already decided no matter what they do, at this point I'm not taking the car. I'm just not sure how everything will work out. Technically the car is in my name and is no longer a new vehicle.

Bad situation, but the original paperwork is what should be honored. If it is not, then even if it is registered they need to take it back without new paperwork. I have heard of a the dealer calling people back after they took delivery to try to change the terms and people just left the car. It sucks for the dealership, but they are trying to change agreed upon terms.

You didn't sign the new paperwork so get your $1500 back and leave.

gajagfan · 08-06-2013, 04:12 PM

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Originally Posted by Frank in MD

Didn't I mention that in my very first post?

You may have Frank....sorry if I missed it!

Frank in MD · 08-06-2013, 04:13 PM

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Originally Posted by Biv08SS

NOT true!!!!! Some states protect the consumer and you do have 3 days. But like I said in SOME states.

According to the FTC, the 3-Day Cooling Off Rule does NOT apply to the purchase of new automobiles or items sold online.

http://www.usa.gov/topics/consumer/s...day-rule.shtml

Jmcsjcrs · 08-06-2013, 04:23 PM

What dealer was it?

mr02Z/28 · 08-06-2013, 04:28 PM

yeah, tell us what dealer it is .... I bet it is the same one that is horrible on customer service that I tried to deal with ....

Egon · 08-06-2013, 04:36 PM

This is a common dealer scam, they get you to commit to a contract you sign and drive off and then a day or two later they tell you that the financing fell through. Most contracts have a finance clause that says “subject to loan approval” They use that to try to get you to come back in and sign a new contract with higher interest rate or higher purchase price. (they know damn well what you qualified for though this is just them trying to pad their bottom line) NEVER take possession of the vehicle until every i is dotted and t is crossed and the financing has been finalized. Better yet get financing on your own before you ever set foot in the dealer ship. When they want to discuss financing see what they are willing to offer and counter with the interest rate you were able to receive on your own. If they can beat it great if not go with what you already have.

Also make sure they fix every single issue you are concerned with before you take the car home, or get those repairs it in writing. If it was a verbal agreement between you and the salesman good luck in collecting on that.

Buying a car is an emotional decision for most of us and dealerships use that to their advantage. I am sorry that you got taken advantage like this but you need to be prepared before you start the car buying process otherwise they will nail you at every turn.

yellowrs · 08-06-2013, 04:38 PM

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Originally Posted by Frank in MD

That is a popular myth, there is no cooling off period on cars. You sign and drive it off it's yours.

+1

Twilborne · 08-06-2013, 04:41 PM

If they have no sales contracted, and are dumb enough to register the car in your name, then take the car and say thank you very much for the wonderful gift. That is an old dealer scam. Its like telling them you are trading in a car and they take it to the back for evaluation. You test drive a car and come back and they tell you they already sold your car. All dealer BS. You made a mistake giving them money before the car was ready for delivery. They are going to screw you around before they give it back.

jkchambless · 08-06-2013, 04:46 PM

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Originally Posted by Egon

This is a common dealer scam, they get you to commit to a contract you sign and drive off and then a day or two later they tell you that the financing fell through. Most contracts have a finance clause that says “subject to loan approval” They use that to try to get you to come back in and sign a new contract with higher interest rate or higher purchase price. (they know damn well what you qualified for though this is just them trying to pad their bottom line) NEVER take possession of the vehicle until every i is dotted and t is crossed and the financing has been finalized. Better yet get financing on your own before you ever set foot in the dealer ship. When they want to discuss financing see what they are willing to offer and counter with the interest rate you were able to receive on your own. If they can beat it great if not go with what you already have.

Also make sure they fix every single issue you are concerned with before you take the car home, or get those repairs it in writing. If it was a verbal agreement between you and the salesman good luck in collecting on that.

Buying a car is an emotional decision for most of us and dealerships use that to their advantage. I am sorry that you got taken advantage like this but you need to be prepared before you start the car buying process otherwise they will nail you at every turn.

What he said......right on the money.

TastyBake · 08-06-2013, 05:08 PM

Sounds like the finance person made a mistake and they were still on the "he's a kid" mode. Which is surprising since it seems you initially followed through on a professional level.

Like everyone said, recommend going back to the dealer asking them to take your name off the contract and you don't like the fact the original one was shredded. Ask for your $1500 back and report them to the Chevrolet customer service.

I wouldn't say "I spoke to my lawyer about this" because you haven't. They may call your bluff and ask to bring them in.

You can call a lawyer for free for 30 minutes for legal advise. Then you can use that advise.

08-06-2013, 04:23 PM	#22
Jmcsjcrs Drives: 2012 2SS RS Inferno Orange Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: Marlton, NJ Posts: 398 View My Garage	What dealer was it? __________________ 2012 2SS RS CAI Industries Lloyd's Floor and Trunk Mats IOM Heritage Grill Sparks SS emblems Year One Restoration 1969 Camaro Script

08-06-2013, 04:11 PM	#18
mr02Z/28 Drives: 2002 Z/28,1968 Chevelle convert. Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Phila.,PA Posts: 1,137 View My Garage	Sorry, to hear that ..... I never had to bring in pay stubs for a purchase, not sure what that is about, usually they just pull my credit score ... I'm in Phila., PA ....... what dealer did you try to buy from ?? I wonder if it is the same one I will never recommend for anything ..

08-06-2013, 04:28 PM	#23
mr02Z/28 Drives: 2002 Z/28,1968 Chevelle convert. Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Phila.,PA Posts: 1,137 View My Garage	yeah, tell us what dealer it is .... I bet it is the same one that is horrible on customer service that I tried to deal with ....

08-06-2013, 04:36 PM	#24
Egon Drives: 2014 2SS/RS 1LE Join Date: May 2013 Location: Charlotte NC Posts: 977	This is a common dealer scam, they get you to commit to a contract you sign and drive off and then a day or two later they tell you that the financing fell through. Most contracts have a finance clause that says “subject to loan approval” They use that to try to get you to come back in and sign a new contract with higher interest rate or higher purchase price. (they know damn well what you qualified for though this is just them trying to pad their bottom line) NEVER take possession of the vehicle until every i is dotted and t is crossed and the financing has been finalized. Better yet get financing on your own before you ever set foot in the dealer ship. When they want to discuss financing see what they are willing to offer and counter with the interest rate you were able to receive on your own. If they can beat it great if not go with what you already have. Also make sure they fix every single issue you are concerned with before you take the car home, or get those repairs it in writing. If it was a verbal agreement between you and the salesman good luck in collecting on that. Buying a car is an emotional decision for most of us and dealerships use that to their advantage. I am sorry that you got taken advantage like this but you need to be prepared before you start the car buying process otherwise they will nail you at every turn.

08-06-2013, 04:41 PM	#26
Twilborne Drives: 2013 Blue Ray Blue 2LT Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Orange Park, Fl. Posts: 376 View My Garage	If they have no sales contracted, and are dumb enough to register the car in your name, then take the car and say thank you very much for the wonderful gift. That is an old dealer scam. Its like telling them you are trading in a car and they take it to the back for evaluation. You test drive a car and come back and they tell you they already sold your car. All dealer BS. You made a mistake giving them money before the car was ready for delivery. They are going to screw you around before they give it back.

08-06-2013, 05:08 PM	#28
TastyBake Drives: 2011 Camaro 2LT/RS Black Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Ohio Posts: 980	Sounds like the finance person made a mistake and they were still on the "he's a kid" mode. Which is surprising since it seems you initially followed through on a professional level. Like everyone said, recommend going back to the dealer asking them to take your name off the contract and you don't like the fact the original one was shredded. Ask for your $1500 back and report them to the Chevrolet customer service. I wouldn't say "I spoke to my lawyer about this" because you haven't. They may call your bluff and ask to bring them in. You can call a lawyer for free for 30 minutes for legal advise. Then you can use that advise.