Archive for ‘used cars’


Pop Quiz! How’s Your Auto Aptitude?

July 21, 2008 By: LemonLaw Category: Car Buying, Car Lemon Law, Consumer Rights, dealerships, financing, Lemon Law, used cars, Vehicle Fraud

Yes, I know we are in the middle of a hot, humid Summer….no better time to surprise you with a pop quiz on your knowledge relating to the lemon law and car buying.  No matter what time of year, it’s important to be prepared when either buying a new or used car, or filing a lemon… Read More


Chrysler To Sell Cars On EBay

July 08, 2008 By: LemonLaw Category: Car Buying, Chrysler, used cars, Warranty

Over the years, we have frequently received calls and e-mails from folks who have purchased vehicles on e-bay.  Unforutnately, most times, we had to refer these consumers elsewhere, because it was very rare for a car sold on e-bay to still have a manufacturers warranty.  Well guess what? That’s about to change. With car sales declining… Read More


Used Car Lemon Law Passed In Philly

July 03, 2008 By: LemonLaw Category: Craig Thor Kimmel, Pennsylvania Lemon Law, philadelphia, TV interview, Used Car Lemon Law, used cars

While Pennsylvania has always had a Lemon Law for new cars, Philadelphia has now instituted a Lemon Law for used cars sold in the city. Mayor Nutter has signed Philadelphia’s first Used Car Lemon Law Bill, sponsored by Councilman Darrell L. Clarke. The Used Car Lemon Law ensures that purchasers of used cars in Philadelphia… Read More


Get Cash PLUS Keep Your Car!

July 01, 2008 By: LemonLaw Category: Consumer Rights, Defective Car, Kimmel & Silverman, Magnuson Moss, Motorcycles, used cars, Warranty

Strapped for cash?  Who isn’t?  Unemployment is up. News reports continue to flood in about how poor the economy is. As gas prices soar higher, the money in our wallets seems to dwindle. Our homes are not worth what they were and neither are our stock portfolios. So, how would $2,000, $3,000 or even $5000… Read More


Lemon Law.Com Featured on Action News

June 27, 2008 By: LemonLaw Category: Car Buying, Consumer Rights, TV interview, Used Car Lemon Law, used cars

6ABC consumer reporter Nydia Han put together a fantastic piece last night on buying a used car.  With gas prices soaring, people are looking at saving money by buying pre-owned, but you need to do your homework to make sure your dream car wasn’t previously someone else’s nightmare.  In the story, Nydia mentioned several great… Read More


Outside Lemon Law? Try the Mag Moss Act.

May 22, 2008 By: LemonLaw Category: Consumer Rights, Lemon Law, Magnuson Moss, TV interview, used cars, Warranty

On Your Side: Car Issues by Jim Donovan PHILADELPHIA (CBS 3) ―Are you having mechanical problems with your car? While state lemon laws can help, some Federal laws are designed to protect you too. In fact, the Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act may be your best bet. Jan Jeffries bought a certified pre-owned Jaguar about a year… Read More


Philly Council Passes Used Car Bill

May 20, 2008 By: LemonLaw Category: Consumer Rights, Defective Car, legislation, Magnuson Moss, PA Lemon Law, Pennsylvania Lemon Law, Used Car Lemon Law, used cars

At 1-800-LEMON LAW, we receive countless calls from folks who purchased a used car and ended up being taken for a ride. Sometimes the car has a salvage title, or it will not pass inspection, or it just falls apart. Many times, these distressed drivers have little or no protection under the State and Federal… Read More


Heading out to a “once-in-a-lifetime” dealership event to buy a car? Watch NBC10 today at 4pm

March 21, 2008 By: LemonLaw Category: dealership incentives, TV interview, used cars

Attention viewers in Philadelphia and the Delaware Valley: You see the advetorials in the Philadelphia Inquirer and receive the solicitations in the mail.  It’s a once-in-a-lifetime event at a local dealership, with pricing and financing deals that are so unbelievable, they can’t even print the terms. Sounds a like a great deal, right?  STOP.  Before you… Read More


Honda Accord Tops The List for Quality Used Cars

March 19, 2008 By: LemonLaw Category: Car Buying, Honda, used cars, Warranty

By Jacqueline Mitchell, Forbes.com Think about a used car and you might think junky, dirty and old. But another market is catching the attention of savvy buyers who want updated rides without paying new-car prices. These certified used or certified “pre-owned” (CPO) vehicles have been inspected and refurbished by the manufacturer and are backed by… Read More


Where Do Lemon Cars Go?: Interesting NY Times Story on Laundered Lemons

September 01, 2007 By: LemonLaw Category: Car Lemon Law, Defective Car, Kimmel & Silverman, lemon buybacks, Pennsylvania Lemon Law, used cars, Vehicle Fraud

Ever wonder what happens to lemon cars once they are bought back by the manufacturer? Last Sunday, The New York Times printed an interesting story which should shed some light on this mystery. Many Pennsylvania consumers are unaware that, in 2002, K&S Attorney Craig Thor Kimmel worked with the Pennsylvania House of Representatives Consumer Affairs Committee… Read More