Warranty on second-hand cars?

Questioner

Bought the car in January 2023, built in 2019 for € 16,750 April 2023 the engine broke down. Another engine costs €4000. The garage doesn't want to know anything about it. My question is, do I still have a warranty on the car?

Lawyer

Good morning, As a rule, you are entitled to a legal guarantee if a defect occurs within one year of purchase. In that case, it is assumed that the product is non-conform (that is to say: that the product does not meet the expectations that were created at the time of purchase). It must concern a defect of such a nature that you did not have to take into account or accept. Engine failure falls under this category in most cases. All circumstances play a role. Think of what was agreed at the time of purchase, how you yourself have treated the car in the meantime, etc. You must give the garage owner the opportunity to repair the car. You should not be responsible for the costs. If the garage owner does not cooperate, you can have the car repaired by a third party or cancel the purchase and claim your money back. The car must then be returned to the garage owner. The process in this regard must proceed correctly. Please feel free to contact us without obligation to discuss your case further. Gr, Mr. Mr. S. Leito FerLei Legal 06-49175526