Online Car Dealer Inspection Claims Do Not Match Post-Purchase Vehicle Condition
A buyer's vehicle purchased through an online dealer that advertises a 100-point inspection developed check-engine, thermostat, transmission, and engine problems within months, and the extended warranty's rental reimbursement fell far short of what was needed to stay mobile. The gap between marketed inspection standards and actual vehicle condition, plus ambiguous warranty rental terms, leaves buyers stranded and out of pocket.
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