When must a dealer provide a warranty for a used vehicle?

• A. When the vehicle is sold for more than $1,000
• B. When the vehicle is sold for more than $2,000
• C. When the vehicle is sold for more than $3,000
• D. When the vehicle is sold for any amount

Answer: (C)

A dealer in Wisconsin must provide a warranty for a used vehicle when it is sold for more than $3,000. This requirement is outlined in state law and aims to protect consumers by ensuring that vehicles sold within this price range meet certain quality standards. The rationale is that a higher purchase price typically indicates that the vehicle is of better quality or value, warranting additional assurances for the buyer.

Under this provision, the warranty covers certain repairs and defects that may arise after the sale, thereby providing peace of mind to the purchaser. The threshold reflects the legislative intent to balance consumer protection with the realities of the used auto market. Vehicles sold for less than this amount do not carry the same warranty requirements, which allows dealers to have flexibility in pricing and selling lower-cost vehicles without imposing an obligation that might deter sales.