Mike's Place

Review: I purchased a 2007 Dodge Ram 1500 Quad Cab from a private dealer. Mike's Place in Orange, CA. I purchased the vehicle as is with no warranty. After inspecting the vehicle and obtaining the [redacted] report from the salesman along with asking the salesman if the vehicle was safe and had any prior issues or changes. He told me it had no issues and it was a good truck. I felt good about buying it after that. The truck broke down on me shortly after 30 days of having it. I told the dealer it broke down and he had me take it to his mechanic. The mechanic confirmed what I thought. It has blown had gaskets and needs a new engine. Mike's place refused to fix the vehicle. I decided to get an [redacted] report. The report showed that when it was sold at auction to the dealer, it had changes to the structure and frame. This information was not disclosed to me when I purchased the vehicle. Had I known this, I would not have purchased it. It compromises the safety of the vehicle. I have a toddler and a pregnant wife to look out for. I would not have wanted them to ride in this truck. It is against California law to sell a vehicle with structure or frame damage without disclosing it to the buyer ( AB 964 ). I was also informed that I was double charged on my registration fee when I signed the contract. That is also illegal. I feel completely scammed and lied to. I have spoke to the lender on this vehicle as well about the situation. They do not seem to care that I was ripped off. They only want their money. I cannot afford to repair the vehicle nor would I even want to if I could since the safety of the vehicle has been compromised. I am at a complete loss on this. I have worked very hard to have good credit and this is going to ruin it for my family and I.Desired Settlement: I would like for Mike's Place to take the vehicle back and release me from any financial obligation to this vehicle.