You left the dealership excited about your new car. But a few days later, something doesn’t feel right. Your monthly payment is higher than what the salesperson quoted, or you found fees in the contract that were never mentioned. Maybe the car isn’t performing like they promised it would. Now you’re wondering: did the dealer […]
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Can a Dealership Add Fees to the Final Price of Your Car?
Quick Answer No. Once you and the dealer agree on a price and sign, that price is binding. A dealer cannot add fees afterward without your written consent. Undisclosed charges that appear on the final contract are not legitimate and may violate California dealer licensing law and the Consumer Legal Remedies Act. You negotiated a […]
Can a Car Dealer Change the Contract After Signing?
You’ve spent weeks researching the perfect car, test driving different models, and negotiating the best deal. Finally, you sit down with the finance manager, review the terms one last time, and sign on the dotted line. And then, weeks later, you realize the contract in front of you doesn’t match what you remember agreeing to. […]
