An Aucklander who purchased a 1967 Mercedes-Benz for more than $130,000 from an Australian car company is suing the dealer.
The car sold to Matthew Williams in 2017 by Brisbane company Michael Anthony Luxury Cars allegedly had rust, underside was unsatisfactory, and its doors, bonnet and boot lid had incorrect gapping.
Williams asked Luxury Cars to fix the defects and sent a quote, New South Wales district court Justice Richard Button said.
However, Luxury Cars owner Michael Anthony did not accept the quote as it was not rectifying work, but a full restoration of the car.
Luxury Cars sell all sorts of luxury sports vehicles, including Audis and Porsches for up to $500,000.
Consumer New Zealand adviser Maggie Edwards told Stuff people should test drive a car before buying, as well as check the paperwork, give it a mechanical inspection, and get a loan from a bank rather than the dealer.
“We get people buying cars in New Zealand and not going through these steps and getting in trouble. It is definitely buyer beware, whether buying here or overseas,” Edwards says.
“Before you hit the car yards, do the hard yards and understand your rights and what you should be checking for.”
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