December 3rd, 2024 by WCBC Radio

States like North Carolina and Tennessee continue to recover from recent flooding; now Maryland’s Attorney General is cautioning car buyers that some flood-damaged vehicles may make their way to market.  Telltale signs are a musty odor, moisture in exterior or interior lights, and stained or loose upholstery.  Amie Mitchell of the Better Business Bureau says that car buyers have rights to check out vehicles before buying…

  

“The law allows for used cars to be inspected by an independent mechanic. So, even if you’re purchasing from a dealership, you have the right to take that car and get it inspected by someone else independently before you purchase.”