Bought Car From a Seller Who Didn't Hold Title

[help needed in NC]

My question involves a consumer law issue in the State of: North Carolina

I purchased a used car from an individual whom stated he lost the title. We went to the department of motor vehicles to have the lost title change to my name. We were told that the title is in the sellers ex-girlfriends name. She was contacted and stated she would do the paper work to change the title however hasn't. The car was put in her name because insurance would be cheaper. Before I puchased the car it wasn't running and had been sitting for about 2 years. What can I do?

[Mr. Knowitall]

She was contacted and stated she would do the paper work to change the title however hasn't.

And this happened how long ago?

The 'seller' already has your money?

Before I puchased the car it wasn't running and had been sitting for about 2 years.

Are you implying that you've put money into the car, even though you do not yet have title?

If you don't have money in the car, my approach would be to tell the seller, "I need title by [date] or the deal is off." If you've already paid for the car, or have paid and put money into the car, you could have a problem getting money back - as it sounds like this guy is a deadbeat.

[help needed in NC]

Have had car since May been working on it to get it running, so wasn't in a hurry for the title. Is running now and need title. Yes he has the money but didn't pay much being that it wasn't running.