Carvana Hides Pre-Existing Vehicle Damage Visible in Their Own Inspection Photos
Carvana sold a vehicle with a cracked windshield that was clearly visible in their own pre-delivery photos but not disclosed to the buyer. The company refused to cover the repair by applying a narrow policy exception, leaving buyers without recourse within the return window.
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