Ringer rosy?

I bought a car and it turned out to be a ringer. Is it not possible for me to keep it and get it insured legally? I’ve read some information on ringers on the Internet but it just says stay clear. Now I find I have one I want to know if I can keep it legally and not be in trouble driving past police or anything like that. I really want the car and don’t want to loose it and can’t afford to buy anything else so I’m stuck.

Asked on 20 February 2010 by A.F., via e-mail

Answered by Honest John

No. The car belongs to its rightful owner, if he can be found. Or his insurer, if the insurer paid out on it as a total loss.

Tags: insurance legal issues ringers

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