Ontario man receives towing and storage bill for car he sold 15 years ago
A Toronto man is facing a $1,130 towing and storage bill for a vehicle he sold 15 years ago because the buyer never transferred the registration. The towing company maintains that they must bill the last registered owner, highlighting a common legal pitfall in used vehicle sales.
Why it matters
It serves as a cautionary tale for vehicle sellers to ensure ownership transfers are legally finalized to avoid future liability for abandoned or impounded vehicles.
A Toronto man said he was shocked when he received a more than $1,000 towing and storage bill for an SUV he sold 15 years ago after the vehicle was never registered to the new owner.
The article presents both the individual's frustration and the towing company's legal justification without taking a side.
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