CarMax sells vehicle with known title defect leaving buyer without legal ownership
CarMax sold a vehicle after a title conflict was created by a post-acquisition auction transaction, and acknowledged awareness at time of sale. The buyer made payments, incurred fees, and invested in improvements while holding no legal ownership of the vehicle.
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