I have spoken to citizens advice today and they seam to feel that it was 'not as described' and should ask again for a refund. I have emailed them and shall give 24 hours for a response before sending a letter from their templates via recorded delivery. my only issues are 1 they have said that I could have cracked frame as ive had bike 5 days (yes I have but I havnt ridden it and it was in the shop for 3 1/2 of those)? 2 if this gets legal how much does it cost? any pointers appreciated THanx DAve

sounds like it may be worth putting this info to them. may encourage them to 'do the right thing'

i purchased a mountain bike in a private sale 2nd hand. after a few days i found a crack in the frame which had been covered up by a sticker so was not visible until i fitted some accessories. i have contacted the seller but they say its not their problem and i could have caused the crack myself. in fact i havnt ridden the bike yet as i sent it away to have wheel repaired. the bike is approx 8 years old but was advertised in great condition. i do understand that a private sale is basically buyer beware. yes i did inspect the bike but are you able to strip a bike down to inspect it. i have mailed them and they said they didnt know about the crack. any thoughts on how i could proceed or am i just flogging a dead bike Thanx DAve