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Car dealer and salesman convicted over selling ‘spiced up’ written-off vehicles

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A car dealer and a salesman have been convicted in Ireland for selling severely damaged vehicles that had been written off and subsequently 'spiced up' to appear roadworthy. The fraudulent operation left buyers completely deceived, purchasing cars that were fundamentally unfit for the roads.

The convictions highlight ongoing concerns regarding consumer protection and vehicle safety fraud within the automotive retail sector, underscoring the risks posed to unsuspecting motorists by structurally compromised vehicles being falsely marketed as safe.

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