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    Default Private Car Sale, Illegal Modifications

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


    Friday 24/06/2011 I purchased a modified Toyota Hilux 4x4 2000 Model with engineering certificate by private sale.

    The modifications carried out include lifted suspension and a front solid axle conversion which was carried out by the seller personally but certified to comply with the Australian road regulations act of 1998. I noticed the front leaf springs were sagging and took the car to a local suspension shop before buying and was tolled it is not uncommon and could be fixed for $750.

    Today 25/06/2011 I took the vehicle to Ultimate suspension in Ingelburn to arrange for the work to be done. They clearly stated that the lift, steering and the way the front axle conversion has been carried out would not comply with road regulations and no engineer would certify the modification. The certification would be invalid and the modifications illegal on Australian roads.

    Ultimate suspension has given me a cost estimation of $2,500 - $3,000 to professionally carry out the modifications and obtain a legal engineers certification.

    I would like to know my rights in this matter. Could I be entiled to demand a refund and return the car or possibly have the seller pay the cost of the work needed?

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    Default Re: Private Car Sale, Illegal Modifications

    You'll need to discuss this with an Australian lawyer or post to an Australian legal board. As was indicated when you posted, this board deals only in U.S. law. Laws are different in every country.

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