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The National Consumer Commission said the cars were sold nationally.
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The National Consumer Commission said the cars were sold nationally.
The Consumer Tribunal also fined various companies, including many used car dealers, for disregarding consumers’ rights in terms of the Consumer Protection Act.
Due to WeBuyCars not adhering to consumer rights regarding used cars, it now has to take the financial pain of refunds and fines, as well as other expenses.
Consumers buying used cars have long worried about what could go wrong, but two recent consumer wins now offer greater protection.
The used car dealer must now pay up: R459 000 for the refund, R100 000 for the fine and the legal costs of the Consumer Commission.