+1 :cheers: :unibrow:

alright sending out some forms to the bureau of auto repair, and DMV investigations tomorrow. Both companies told me to stick it so... I'm also going to submit my small claims forms tomorrow.

If they told you to stick it, do just that. To them where it hurts, the bank accounts. They should pay to make your car right or buy it back and undo the deal. Good luck. :cheers:

Not sure what the amount is here in CA, but most states small claims are $5k or less. But it can be very cheap to pursue because you can do all of the filing yourself. Both companies should be included in your lawsuit. More than likely a used car dealer would be aware of the issues, but the smog shop is definitely going to be on the hook for repairs.

Wow! I actually lost the case.:faint: I was organized as hell, dressed well, had tons of proof the car was modified before i bought it, what else did the judge need? F'ed up thing is they sent me the letter and it got here x-mas eve. then the day after x-mas I saw a long crack in one of my wheels and have no idea how it got there or how long it's been there. The wheels are limited edition and I can't even buy one anymore. What awesome luck I'm having.:(
I want to throw a brick through their showroom window those cheating asses

Sorry to hear. If I were you:

I would replace the cracked wheel and sell the car on ebay, and be very up-front in your listing that it does not meet California emissions requirements. An out-of-state buyer from a state with more lenient (or no) emissions requirements will buy it.

Don't tell your whole tale of woe regarding your experience with the dealer, in your listing. It serves no purpose. Just represent the car honestly and sell it, and cut your losses.

X2^^ E bay or some other national listing at a decent price and an honest rep of the car and move on. Lessons learned.

I am also very sorry to hear it didn't work out. Not sure what could have been done differently either. Maybe nothing.:cheers:

sorry to hear about this... hopefully it works out for yah man


but I had to post this...

http://s.buzzfed.com/static/imagebuz...54235388-9.jpg

I'd sell it but then I wouldn't be able to find one like it for around the same price. I like the sti not the wrx. and around my area they aren't cheap, even stock.

You didn't explain WHY you lost your small claim -- care to share what was said?