Sellers Fraudulent Sale Of Vehicle

Summary

The user purchased a vehicle from an individual who did not disclose that the vehicle had a salvage title. The user has proof of the initial agreement and payments made to the seller. The contract did not specify the condition of the title. In texas, it is illegal to sell a vehicle without disclosing its salvage status, which may constitute fraud or breach of contract. The user is advised to consult with a local attorney for further guidance.

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i ahve been paying on a vehicle from and individual who has been giving me paper plates for the past two years claiming to be waiting on the court house due to covid. we were recently pulled over and have been dealing with the court. when we told the seller this he said ill just bring you the title and you can get the plates yourself. when he gave me the title it is a salvage title. we have not made anymore payments on the vehicle. this is my only transportation for work and evidently i am not supposed to even drive on texas roads.
Did the seller disclose that the vehicle had a salvage title when you initially purchased it?
no he did not
What proof do you have of the initial agreement and payments made to the seller?
i have the contract we signed saying the car is legal to drive on texas roads as well as a * dollar down payment and reciepts of most or all of the payments we made towards the balance of the car
Did the contract specify the condition of the title? In Texas, it's required to disclose a salvage title before selling. You may have a case for fraud or breach of contract.
no
In Texas, it's illegal to sell a vehicle without disclosing its salvage status. You might have a case for fraud or breach of contract. Please consult with a local attorney.