What is the penalty for a car dealer selling a salvaged title car?

Answer 1

Though laws regarding the sale of vehicles vary from state to state, the law generally allows the sale of cars with a salvaged title - provided the information regarding the salvage was revealed up front. This translates to the idea that there is no law prohibiting anyone from selling a salvaged vehicle, so there is no penalty. It's all about the deal and what you were told. Reputable car dealers tell you and get you to "sign off" on the fact that you were properly informed a vehicle was salvaged as part of the sale. Shady dealerships and many private parties may not say anything and (unfortunately) leave you high and dry. If you believe you were taken, litigation, complete with a lawyer'$ fee or pro per (sans attorney) in small claims court, might be all you can do. Note that a lawyer will often waive the fee for an initial consultation or offer that first visit at a very affordable rate. A wise person would take advantage of this. The burden of proof is squarely on you, so itemize all you can recall about the negotiation and who was there, and do this immediately. Then begin to line up your ducks. Get some advice, toss aside the emotional distress (detatch!) and focus on just the facts in the incident. Then look things over and make your choices, all with hopes for a favorable outcome.