Reviewed by: Attorney Chuck Panzarella KEY TAKEAWAYS You have rights after buying a used car. Dealerships can't sell you a car with hidden problems and pretend it's perfect. Engine trouble soon after buying might be a fraud. If the dealer didn't tell you about issues beforehand, they might have broken the law. You might be able to get your money back. It's possible to cancel the sale of the car and get a refund. Dealerships don't like doing this. They'll likely fight back, so … [Read more...] about What to Do When The Car Dealer Sold a Car With Engine Problems