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    Unhappy Buying a Car That is Titled in the Name of a Deceased Person

    My question involves a consumer law issue in the State of: Texas
    Thanks for this site. I bought a 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse from a lady who said she had clear title in her name. I gave her a cash down payment, and we signed a promissory note for remainder of balance, as well as bill of sale and Texas title app forms. So already made first payment and the title turns out to be in her name and the man who she worked for. He apparently bought it for her, and was going to put it solely in her name, but passed away before such. Only heir is a half brother somewhere in Dallas, but she does not have any contact info, or won't say such. I have the vehicle in my driveway and tags have been out for about a year. Question is this, can I do the bonded title in Texas if unable to locate potential heir, or if she disappears, and I can't continue to make payments to her, which is very probable, then what are my options and if she cooperates but the heir is unlocatable or refuses to cooperate what are options for me as far as car. Sell parts off it, or try bonded title, or ??? Any and all advice is appreciated. I gave her about $1,000 down and payments of $200 monthly for 10 months, and the car has been wrecked and needs a fender, windshield, hood and more. Please e-mail or whatever is allowed here if you can help me, thanks again.

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    Default Re: Bought Car and Gave Individual Down Payment, Titled in a Deceased Persons Name

    Unless the title is held as an "or" title (her name OR his name), the other title
    owners estate must go through probate or an heir must complete an transfer of
    title allowed by heirs of
    the

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    Default Re: Buying a Car That is Titled in the Name of a Deceased Person

    It's possible that she simply stole the car from the estate.

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