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Automatic gearbox issue after auction purchase

I bought a Ford Kuga car at auction. A major car franchise who put the car in for sale knew the car needed brand new automatic gearbox and they were advised by TrustFord 2 weeks prior to my purchase. They didn't tell auction house and now I'm left with at least £3500 of a bill to pay. The car won't even drive. Have I got a case?

Asked on 15 October 2015 by Brerton

Answered by Honest John
It depends on the conditions on which the car was sold. If it was sold 'with warranty' then you have a case. If it was sold 'without warranty' then, though the fault should have been declared, you have to take what you got.

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