I bought a Smart car two months ago which has an electrical problem - should the warranty cover this?
I bought a Smart car on a 55 plate with 52,000 miles two months ago. It appears that the wiring loom has shorted out, affecting a number of systems. I don't know the full outcome yet but this will be expensive. The used car dealer provided a three-month warranty that does not cover this problem. Do I have any recourse under current law and does the limited warranty affect my rights?
Asked on 15 September 2010 by andrewg
Answered by
Honest John
He has to warrant it for any fault either present or developing on day of sale for six months from date of sale: www.honestjohn.co.uk/faq/consumer-rights
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