Post by Blessing Ojoma Onakpa (@blessing-82)

If you go for a test drive and something suddenly develops in the car — engine overheating, brake issues, transmission failure, radiator problems, battery faults, suspension issues, or electrical faults — don’t panic and immediately accept liability because the owner is shouting.

Know your rights.

Many mechanical faults usually develop over time due to wear, poor maintenance, or existing hidden problems. Most of them do not just appear instantly because someone test drove a car normally for a few minutes.

Except there was reckless driving, misuse, or an accident directly caused by the person test driving, the owner generally remains responsible for fixing his vehicle.

Don’t let fear, pressure, or public embarrassment make you accept liability for every fault that shows up during inspection.

Always:
-Test drive with permission
- Inspect with your mechanic
-Avoid reckless driving
-Ask questions about the vehicle history
-Know your rights before making payments.

If you go for a test drive and something suddenly develops in the car — engine overheating, brake is...

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WILKIE OMAJUWA MARVIN: thank you for the enlightenment
Comfort Yako Asala: This is an eye opener. I will also advise that to be on a safer side, a witness to the owner of the vehicle can accompany you while you're out test driving to avoid stories that touch the heart 😊
Damilare: Spot on. From a legal perspective, liability requires proving a direct link between the driver's actions and the damage. Normal wear and tear, or a ticking time bomb under the hood, is entirely on the owner. Well said.
Koko: Wow thanks for this information