I was aware that the a/c light did not turn on and the guy who sold it to me ,told me that its because needs to be refill, then I didn't pay attention in the temp needle was stuck, and a light of the air bag pass was on.
So there I was to my mini dealer in Ontario California I drop it off to fix these problems. 1 day nada, 2 days nada... after a week they call me back to tell me that the cluster instrument need to be replaced that it was not reading cost $1380 ouch... just to fix the needle temp. problem, after 2 days they called me back that it's not reading and they ask me if I knew if somebody has tempered the modules? I said I just bought it and know anything about that. so now they need more time to diagnostic the modules? damn $$$$$
I'ts been there since I bought it, I just drove it 2 times I'm so sad.....
Then they told me that is overheating too OMG.
Called the guy who sold it to me and no answer. :( Can this be take it to court and get my money back from the guy I bought it?

 

Sorry to hear about all these problems! That certainly does suck that you bought a new (to you) car and instead of excitement all you got is headaches and expense!

Well of course you can sue anybody for anything but that doesn't mean you have a good case or you will win. If the seller made representations that the vehicle was in a certain condition and he knew or should have known they were not true then you may be able to recover. However if the vehicle was sold "as it" then it is up to the buyer to have it checked out and know what he is buying.

It may come down to a "he said" "she said" situation and if you have something in writing that is always the best evidence. Usually private parties selling used cars are sold on a "as is" basis with no warranty implied. But as I said if he specifically represented certain things that are untrue that could help you. Then again the court could say "let the buyer beware" and you should have been more diligent in checking it out. Getting the bad end of a bargain does not mean you will always win. The seller could always say that as far as he knew the car was basically sound.

Maybe you can work something out with the seller to avoid the headache of litigation. Good luck with the repairs and resolution and I hope you get it all worked out and enjoy your car!

 

What are the modules? Are they expensive? The dealer told me that they need to check one by one. And it had escalated to a very time consuming and if I want to get my car from them it's ok, I felt like the dealer doesn't want to fix it :(

 

If you can, find an independent MINI mechanic. They are less expensive and they may be able to do a quicker fix. I only know of two... one is in Thousand Oaks (Motoring Magic) and one in Orange County (Miniworx?) They are both great shops and will go out of their way to help you.

 

Thanks for your help! I will consider this as an option. They call me 2 mins ago and told me that they got Communication by passing 2 of the modules. but I have to replace the 2 modules or they told me that I might need to replace the entire computer , $$$$$$ damn. Can I take my car out of the dealer even they haven't fix the modules? my car was running when I left it in the dealer. But I'm afraid that since the temperature needle doesn't work and they already put hands on my car you know... (I don't want to kill the engine)

 

One thing I can guarantee, I will never buy a used Mini. No never nada! So sorry you have to go through this!

 

Did they misdiagnose the cluster than?

 

God Knows he told me that in order to keep testing they have to put a new one in(so they put the new one before they found that the modules are not working) :( but I'll ask him if he could double check if the original still in good condition.
I bet they are going to said that is defective :(

 

bought a used 2007 cooper s. - 4 months ago from penske mercedes -west covina -my 1st Mini with 39000 miles

took it to Ontario Mini , Ca - changed Oil & coolant flush
@ about 41000 miles

had no idea i need to check oil level on a fairly low mileage car.

little rattling noise @ start UP around 43000 miles .

check engine light & low oil warning light came on , on the way to work @ 44000 miles
turn around came home . finally check oil- no oil on dip stick- added oil started the car again, engine made awful clunking noise & massive oil spill all over my drive way ! now looking for a used engine to buy.
This place call LOW MILEAGE ENGINE in Memphis. anyone dealt with them before?

 

Most of the dealers don't want to work extra time :(

 

Sorry for your bad luck OP, that's rough! Not to rub salt in the wounds, but in the future it's always a good bet to have a used car inspected before purchasing... any seller who refuses a pre-purchase inspection (PPI.) is one to walk away from, I think. It's a few hundred dollars, give or take, and can save you big headaches in the future.

I hope it doesn't end up costing you too much! Once its fixed and you're on the road, you'll soon forget about the extra up front costs to get you motoring.

 

wow! no warranty? I feel your pain.. so sad

 

I drove the mini 2 times, and I love the way it drives...Just these sour spoons of acid that I'm swallowing right now .....

 

I can't imagine what this is going to cost you. Personally, I'd leave the car there, leave the state and change your name and SS number.

Then go buy a Mazda.

 

Trade it in for a good R53!

 

Thanks Jake C6R

To the OP this quoted post is excellent and suggest you heed the advice in avoiding litigation and get down to some agreement with the seller to move forward...

Good Luck OP!

 

I'd try and get my $1300 back or credited to the repair if it didn't need it.

...wish you luck.

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Was a BILL OF SALE done between you an seller? What were the stipulations/conditions of the sale? As alluded to earlier, if car was sold AS-IS, SALE IS FINAL then you may be SOL. Sorry for your crappy experience.

 

Learn your options. I suggest that you speak with a lawyer, and also call the consumer fraud office of your state attorney general's office.

Think of this as having a pain you need help diagnosing and treating. Seek professional advice.