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You don’t have to buy cars “blind”

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If you buy a car from a dealership, big or small, you have the benefit of the Consumer Protection Act’s warranty if it malfunctions in some way within six months of purchase.
3 Jul 2025 English South Africa Education · Self-Improvement

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