If I purchased a new car and paid in full, how long does the dealer have to get me the title?
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If I purchased a new car and paid in full, how long does the dealer have to get me the title?
The dealer says they have 45 days to get the title to me. The 45 days have passed and they still have not given me the title so I can get my new plates. I cannot drive the car now as the temporary tags have expired. Do I have any options?
Asked on December 30, 2015 under Business Law, Ohio
Answers:
SJZ, Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 8 years ago | Contributor
Yes...you can sue them for breach of contract (not giving you title to the vehicle you purchased) to force them to turn over title or possibly rescind the sale (give car back, get money back, plus possibly compensation for any other costs you incurred in the meantime). If they are not responsive, filing a lawsuit may be the quickest way to force them to respond, and they can then settle the suit with you by providing the title. A good idea would be to overnight, some way you can prove delivery, a letter giving them, say three (3) days to turn over the title to you and warning them that you will bring legal action after that.
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