Frazbomb 3 Posted March 17, 2019 Just, to add. We also won a case a few month ago. Judge seemed like a sensible fella, and it would seem he was. This was our first court case (been trading 15 years) and if I'm honest I didn't find it too bad. I certainly won't be afraid or taking it all the way again. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Blenheim Car Sales 111 Posted September 16, 2019 ok so we had our 3 hours in court and |Lost as expected, but at least its over now, she was in small claims with a £9999 claim and judge awarded £2975 I learned a lot from the process and how it all works, If it happened again i would defend myself as i can ask clever questions like my solicitor too Question, While of course i am committed to pay this sum is there anything i can do to split it into monthly payments sofen the blow ??is this discretion of court or the plaintiff ?? so nil deals for September and a £2975 hole in the bank account, VAT qtr in 14 days time, Christmas around the corner Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mark101 536 Posted September 16, 2019 8 minutes ago, Blenheim Car Sales said: Lost as expected £9999 claim and judge awarded £2975 Sounds like you won Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MattR 177 Posted September 16, 2019 Did you get the car back? Maybe a few more details in the private room? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Blenheim Car Sales 111 Posted September 16, 2019 i dont have access to private room...................... your right i will be discreet but its over done finished and i was expecting more than the amount awarded so in that respect Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TangoVictor32 90 Posted September 16, 2019 Dont give us exact figures round it ie just shy of £3k Was it for the repairs or compensation for plaintiff not having access to the car and travel costs? And do they have to return the item? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BHM 994 Posted September 16, 2019 2 hours ago, Blenheim Car Sales said: Question, While of course i am committed to pay this sum is there anything i can do to split it into monthly payments sofen the blow ??is this discretion of court or the plaintiff ?? In a few days you’ll receive Form N24 confirming judgement with the payment due date (which will be 14 days from the date of the court hearing). After that the claimant is free to instigate whatever legal action they want and it will subsequently be added to your bill. If they have any sense they’ll take the High Court route & send in enforcers unannounced- it’ll take months but you’ll end up being raped. A genuine piece of advice - instead of making a twat of yourself dragging it out, pay it & put it all behind you. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Blenheim Car Sales 111 Posted September 16, 2019 BHM yes thanks i was aware of the severity of a failure to pay, I agree i have 21 days actually in this instance was agreed at the hearing Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TangoVictor32 90 Posted September 16, 2019 2 hours ago, BHM said: In a few days you’ll receive Form N24 confirming judgement with the payment due date (which will be 14 days from the date of the court hearing). After that the claimant is free to instigate whatever legal action they want and it will subsequently be added to your bill. If they have any sense they’ll take the High Court route & send in enforcers unannounced- it’ll take months but you’ll end up being raped. A genuine piece of advice - instead of making a twat of yourself dragging it out, pay it & put it all behind you. Well said mate. The tv bailiff shows do show a lot of car dealers...and cars do get clamped or removed... You might end up losing a few more cars to get the £3k plus additional costs Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Blenheim Car Sales 111 Posted September 16, 2019 I am now a member of the Private lounge lucky me, I wont be having bailiffs i will be getting things sorted, My cars are safe, I was taken to court on as a sole Trader my cars are in the ltd company name but i wont be on call the sheriff's or cant pay wont pay 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
J.T 39 Posted September 16, 2019 1 hour ago, Blenheim Car Sales said: I am now a member of the Private lounge lucky me, I wont be having bailiffs i will be getting things sorted, My cars are safe, I was taken to court on as a sole Trader my cars are in the ltd company name but i wont be on call the sheriff's or cant pay wont pay We were looking forwards to seeing you on the Sheriff's program . I'm glad you got it sorted and she didn't get the ridiculous amount she claimed for, and now you can tick off being taken to court in your Motor Dealers eye spy book!! I lost my first and only case in court last week too, so I feel your pain. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
have a word with the wife 299 Posted September 16, 2019 9 hours ago, Blenheim Car Sales said: Question, While of course i am committed to pay this sum is there anything i can do to split it into monthly payments sofen the blow ??is this discretion of court or the plaintiff ?? application to vary a judgement = £50 form n245 available online read = i cannot pay the judgement ex326 form, again, available online they would do it to you so do it to them, but do,nt hang about Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Blenheim Car Sales 111 Posted September 16, 2019 thank you Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DigitalAutos 3 Posted September 16, 2019 Is it possible to say what happened to the vehicle. Does it get returned or is the award for a replacement engine to be fitted or something. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
have a word with the wife 299 Posted September 17, 2019 in reference to the ex326, if you could kindly let us know, if you apply, how you got along with it, may help someone in the future, thankyou. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites