Hello,
My Question is with regard to a utility which was purchased at a Major Melbourne auction house last week. After paying for the vehicle it was driven to a mechanics workshop, where it was inspected. Mechanic said major engine issues approx cost to fix $8500 (head gasket, it had a blown engine).
After calling the auction house they advised that it was buyer beware and that the purchaser did not disclose this information to them.
This can't be legal under Australian Consumer Law surely. Can my friend take legal action against the Auction house, they must have some duty of care?
Kind Regards
My Question is with regard to a utility which was purchased at a Major Melbourne auction house last week. After paying for the vehicle it was driven to a mechanics workshop, where it was inspected. Mechanic said major engine issues approx cost to fix $8500 (head gasket, it had a blown engine).
After calling the auction house they advised that it was buyer beware and that the purchaser did not disclose this information to them.
This can't be legal under Australian Consumer Law surely. Can my friend take legal action against the Auction house, they must have some duty of care?
Kind Regards