19/09/2026
You buy the car, drive it home, and a few days later…
The engine starts overheating.
The gearbox begins acting strangely.
Or a mechanic tells you the car has accident damage you were never told about.
What do you do?
Don't rush straight into repairs.
First, document the problem. Take photos and videos, get an independent inspection, keep the diagnostic report and save your conversations with the seller.
Then find out whether you're dealing with normal wear and tear or a potentially undisclosed defect.
And before confronting the seller, go back to the original advert, WhatsApp messages and sale agreement. What exactly were you told about the car?
We break down what to do when problems appear after you've already bought the car, including what evidence to keep and what to consider if the seller refuses to help.
Have you ever discovered a serious problem with a car after buying it? What happened?
Read the full guide here
There is a particular kind of frustration that comes with buying a used car and discovering a problem a few days later. Perhaps the engine starts overheating.
