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Questioner

I have been put in default in the sale of my car: Opel Vivaro. They claim that I have tampered with the gearbox for the sale of my car. I have requested the entire workshop file from my garage about my car as proof that I DO NOT MESS WITH MY CAR. I have had it for 5 years and have driven it from 145000 to 301000 km. The new owner says that after 18 days the automatic gearbox no longer worked (properly?). His garage says that I have tampered with the gearbox and that the damage is over €4300 while the buyer paid €2900 for it. I can't believe I have to pay for this. I feel partly morally but not legally responsible, especially because I would have 'messed around'! What is wise? I have started writing a statement of defense, but what is the best way to approach this? Can you show me around?

Lawyer

Since it seems that you have clearly fulfilled your duty to provide information. Also important is the year of the car. In connection with the buyer's duty to investigate.

Questioner

The car is from 2009 and was sold for €2900.

Lawyer

If you contact me directly I can provide you with further information.