How To Buy A Used Car Fact Sheet C-8
By: Legal Aid Society of Minneapolis
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Booklets
The Car Handbook
(Separate Website)
This comprehensive guide walks you through new car buying, used car buying, leasing, renting, insurance, and other car-related topics.
By: Minnesota Attorney General's Office
Minnesota's Car Laws
(Separate Website)
By: Minnesota Attorney General's Office
Legal Information by Phone
MN's Used Car Warranty Law
By calling Tel-Law, you can listen over the phone about Minnesota's used car warranty law. Many other topics are also available.
By: Hennepin County Bar Association
MN's New Car Lemon Law
By calling Tel-Law, you can listen over the phone about Minnesota's New Car Lemon Law. Many other topics are also available.
By: Hennepin County Bar Association
Other Helpful Resources
Beware of Flooded or Salvaged Used Cars
(Separate Website)
Buying a used vehicle has certain risks. According to experts, however, buying a flood-damaged car or truck can be especially risky and potentially very expensive.
By: Minnesota Attorney General's Office
Car Shops - Truth in Repairs
(Separate Website)
Tips on how to select a mechanic, get a good deal on repairs, and resolve potential disputes.
By: Minnesota Attorney General's Office
Co-Signing a Loan
(Separate Website)
By: Federal Trade Commission (FTC)
International Driver's License Scams
(Separate Website)
In this scam, consumers receive a flyer or email advertising the "international driver's license" as a valid form of identification and an irrevocable license to drive...
By: Minnesota Attorney General's Office
Isn't there a 3-day "cooling off" law where I can return the car and get my money back?
I just bought a car from a private party. Things were working fine and I love the car. However, 2 days ago it started to act funny, and I do not want the car any longer. The seller refused to take the car back...
By: Legal Aid Service of Northeastern Minnesota-Duluth
Motor Vehicle Service Contracts
(Separate Website)
The Minnesota Attorney General's Office encourages Minnesota automobile owners to fully understand motor vehicle service contracts, sometimes referred to as "extended warranties,"
before purchasing one.
By: Minnesota Attorney General's Office
Online Car Sales
(Separate Website)
Although the internet may be an effective tool in locating potential buyers and sellers, it can also be a haven for fraudulent actors looking to make easy money at the expense of others. A current car scam illustrates the point.
By: Minnesota Attorney General's Office
Used Car Shopping
(Separate Website)
Used cars may come with a history of accidents, repairs, rattles, dents and dings - so anyone buying one should be diligent about making sure they're getting their money's worth.
By: Minnesota Attorney General's Office
Where do I find information about my consumer/tax problem?
Click on the statement that is closest to your problem and get directed to a fact sheet with information on this topic.
By: Minnesota Legal Services Coalition State Support Center
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