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There should be no discussion on them refunding you your deposit. Of course if they put money into the car for upgrades or things you asked them to do such PPF or a spoiler etc. that’s another story, but that hasn’t happened.
Just tell them you’re not comfortable with the rebuilt title and the modifications. Buy yeah, cc dispute and done if they give you shit. Black and white.
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its just a normal deposit while you go through the process. all it takes is a "i decided not to go ahead with the purchase and need my deposit back". dont see what the big deal is at all and why you are concerned. |
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Get the deposit back. All the stuff they already said - ditto.
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Most mods that most people do give either largely superficial enhancement (spacers, lowering springs, bodykits, etc.) or actual performance enhancement that improves one thing at the cost of another--a balancing act. And usually, when you sell the car afterward, most people don't want it for the same reason you don't want a modded car to start with. Used and abused. You either have the cash to deal with the damage or you don't. Modding a newer BMW 5 series is not a budget-friendly activity over time. As for your downpayment, just say you want it back. If they refuse, you will probably need an attorney. |
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I'm glad the dealer actually was honest to you. Most others, given how far the purchase process had gone, would just say everything has been sorted out and some softwares required updates.
Also, there is a very specific sequence you have to do to the steering wheel stalks to activate odometer stoppers. It's extremely rare for someone to trigger that randomly as I'm assuming that was what happened. Cheap ones will cut out your engine rpm and speed, but more expensive ones can cut out only your odometer reading so you don't even know it's running without driving the car a good distance. BMW ECU records engine HRs as well so comparing that to distance driven can help spot out cars with odometer stoppers |
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Only buy clean cars from networked dealers or, if modded, someone you know and trust. Glad you got refunded. |
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