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What should I do if my financed car keeps breaking down?

What do I do if my financed used car keeps breaking down? I got a car from a local dealer. However, this used car keeps breaking down all the time.

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Eric Schad · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
“The first thing you should do is to see if your car qualifies for the lemon law.
This law states that dealers must sell cars that are in working order. If they keep breaking down, the dealer must fix or replace the vehicle.
If the vehicle doesn’t qualify, you’re at the mercy of the dealer.
Call them to see what they’re willing to do. While there are some
shady dealers
, most will work with you with the intention of keeping their reputation untarnished at the very least.”
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