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Used Cars Sold "AS IS" Q. Hi, Question: What is the worst that can happen if my catalytic converter is reading 300 degrees higher than normal? Question: Can a used car dealer sell someone a car with a bad catalytic converter even "AS IS"?

Question: what do you think of a mechanic that places silicon sealer on oil pan instead of gasket?

Question: Can a used car dealer sell someone a car with a bad remanufactured CV shaft "AS IS" ?

Yes, this all happened to me. Yes, I'm a female.

A. here we go in order:

The worst that will happen is the car will burn down.

Yes. "AS IS" is the same as saying "Let the buyer beware". He can sell a car with only three wheels and two fenders.

There are some applications where a gasket is not needed. Many oil pans, and other parts, come from the factory sealed with a silicone sealer. I myself have replaced oil pans using only silicone sealer.

Yes. "AS IS" is the same as saying "Let the buyer beware". He can sell a car with four flat tires and three doors.

Female has nothing to do with it. I know plenty of males who made the same mistake. Whenever you consider buying a used car have it checked by a professional (yours, not theirs) mechanic to find out what kind of shape it's in.

I have a question, Did he kiss you? I know whenever I get screwed I like to be kissed also.