ostensible authoritycar sales agentmotor vehiclesale without authority
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ai analysis
Case Summary
Key Issues
{"issue_text":"Did the car sales agents have ostensible authority to conclude the sale agreement on behalf of the applicant?","issue_type":"law","dispositive":"yes","related_facts":"Applicant gave stated price; agents sold at that price without further reference"}
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Facts of the Case
Background
Applicant entrusted his Toyota Cressida to a car dealership for sale; the dealer sold it to the third respondent without the applicant’s express approval. Applicant sought return of the vehicle, claiming the sale was unauthorised.
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