When a car dealer sells you a dud, chase the bank
Author: Wendy KnowlerPublished on: July 8, 2026Country: South Africa
Business & EconomySociety & Lifestyle

If a car dealer sells a defective vehicle, consumers should turn to the bank that financed the purchase. Wendy Knowler's article on News24 advises pursuing the bank rather than the dealer when a car turns out to be a dud. This strategy often leads to a refund or repair due to the lender's liability. The approach is based on South African law holding banks partially responsible for defective products they finance.
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