Termination of the purchase contract for a used car due to an unreported defect?

Questioner

3.5 weeks ago I bought a second-hand occasion from a garage. Despite the fact that it only has 60,000 km on the counter, this morning an orange light suddenly lit up on my dashboard; something is wrong with the engine. Today I am going to have the problem investigated by a garage. If it is a serious engine problem, do I still have any right to terminate the purchase contract with the garage? During the sale, the garage did not mention any technical defects.

Lawyer

Good afternoon, Based on your story, I assume that you bought the car as a consumer. In principle, the seller should be given the opportunity to remedy the defect. If this is not done or not done properly, or if the seller refuses to repair (free of charge), this can be grounds for terminating the agreement. However, this depends on what was agreed upon, the nature of the defect, the purchase price, and what the seller has stated about the condition of the car. If you would like to discuss your case further, please feel free to contact us without obligation. Gr, Mr. Mr. S. Leito FerLei Legal 06-49175526