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UPDATED: Legal Statement Regarding Customer Signposting Materials WE HAVE DECIDED TO EXTEND THE TIMELINE OF POSTERS IN OUR WINDOW DUE TO REACHING A SELECT MINORITY THAT HAVE ASKED US FOR HELP WITH THE COMPANY. WE WILL NOW KEEP THE POSTERS UP UNTIL THE 6TH OF AUGUST 2025. We wish to clarify our position regarding the materials currently displayed that signpost our experience with Affordable Cars Driffield Ltd. These materials reflect our genuine and documented experience with the company and are not defamatory in nature. Under UK law, specifically the Defamation Act 2013 , a statement is only considered defamatory if it causes or is likely to cause serious harm to the reputation of the subject and is false . Our materials are factual and based on our direct dealings with the company, and therefore do not meet the threshold for defamation.   We are not comfortable removing these materials at this time. However, we are open to updating them should Affordable Cars Driffield Ltd settle...
 Your Rights When Purchasing a Vehicle from this dealership 🚗 Know Your Rights When Buying a Vehicle – Especially When Things Go Wrong If you've purchased a vehicle from a dealership like Affordable Cars Driffield and encountered serious mechanical issues within a few months—such as needing a full engine replacement—you are protected under UK consumer law. Here's what you need to know: 🛡️ Legal Protections Under the Consumer Rights Act 2015 Fit for Purpose & Satisfactory Quality : A vehicle must be roadworthy and free from serious faults at the time of sale. A major defect like engine failure within three months strongly suggests the car was not of satisfactory quality. Right to Repair or Replacement : After 30 days but within six months, you are entitled to request a repair or replacement if the fault was present at the time of purchase. The dealer must prove otherwise. Right to Reject : If the dealer refuses to repair or the fault is severe, you may be entitled to rejec...