As the national economy is slow to recover, many American consumers are unable to afford the price tag of a new vehicle.
There are certainly low-cost options that range in the $15,000 to $20,000 range and the price goes up from there. Many believe that these cheaper models are likely fraught with problems and are probably the most likely candidates to be challenged under the North Carolina Lemon Law.
But North Carolina Lemon Law attorneys know that’s not necessarily the case. Even the world’s most expensive vehicles can be defective. While they can cost much more, they often have new technology that is largely untested — and that can cause problems. Sean always describes these difficulties in this way:
What used to be fixed by a mechanic with a wrench, is now “fixed” by a “technician” with a computer keyboard.
The advanced engine, suspension and interior parts of a vehicle can be so new and so high-end that the company doesn’t properly test them. It’s also possible that these expensive vehicles were simply rushed through the assembly line, which can be the downfall of many consumer products.
We hope this isn’t the case for Kim Kardashian, who recently bought a $325,000 Ferrari, the Huffington Post reports.
As DriverSide clearly shows, many other celebrities haven’t been hit nearly as hard by the economic downturn. The likes of Jerry Seinfeld, Jay Leno, Simon Cowell, Nicholas Cage and P. Diddy have spent hundreds of thousands of dollars buying and repairing both brand new and vintage racers.
And as sports car enthusiasts know, the price of many sports cars is extremely high. The faster, the more gadgets, the more futuristic-looking, the more it’s going to cost you. Thesupercars.org put together a list of its most expensive vehicles, ranging from a pricey $550,000 to an astronomical $2.4 million. Just for a set of wheels.
Many of these vehicles may not be street legal and attempting to navigate the winding woodsy roads of North Carolina may not be wise. But collectors may make a purchase simply to know they own the car. It’s unlikely they’ll hit 260 mph any time soon.
But even these cars can have problems. As The New York Times reports, Rolls-Royce is recalling nearly 600 Ghost models because of fire hazard. And BMW has announced a recall of 32,000 vehicles for the same defect involving a circuit board that controls the water pump and cools the engine.
The North Carolina Lemon Law can help those dealing with defective vehicles. There are many circumstances under which a vehicle can qualify under the state’s Lemon laws. If the same defect causes the consumer to take the vehicle back to the shop several times, if the repairs take a long period of time to fix, or if the warranty has ended, but the same problem keeps cropping up, you may be entitled to relief.
When you’re talking about a vehicle — a significant purchase — it’s important to ensure you get a quality product. If you believe you may have been the victim of poor workmanship on your vehicle or if you are having problems with repair after repair for a defect that came from the factory, you should consult with an experienced North Carolina Lemon Law attorney today.
If you think you may have a lemon law case in North Carolina, fill out our online NC Lemon Law Review, or call us at 828-285-8888. If you qualify under the North Carolina Lemon Law, our services are always free.
